Upcoming events at Acrisure Stadium
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The Steelers' stadium on the North Shore
Acrisure Stadium is a 68,400-seat open-air stadium on Pittsburgh's North Shore, along the Ohio River, and the home of the Pittsburgh Steelers of the NFL and the University of Pittsburgh Panthers football team. It opened in 2001 as Heinz Field and was renamed Acrisure Stadium in July 2022 under a new naming-rights deal.
The stadium is a horseshoe. Two three-tier grandstands line the sidelines, upper bleacher seating closes the north end, and the south end stays open, framing the downtown skyline across the river.
- Steelers games: preseason in August, the regular season from September into early January, plus home playoff games.
- Pitt football: fall Saturdays, typically the easier ticket of the two tenants.
- Concerts and special events: mostly summer, including stadium tours and outdoor hockey games.
Acrisure Stadium seating chart: levels and section numbers
The Acrisure Stadium seating chart uses three numbered levels plus premium areas. The ranges below come from the venue's own guest guide, which references sections from each range, and are consistent with a fan seat-view database.
- 100 level (sections 101–152): the lower bowl, wrapping the field, plus field-club sections labeled FC.
- 200 level (sections 205–240): the club level, with access to indoor club space.
- 500 level (sections 504–541): the upper deck, including the north-end bleachers, and the lowest-priced seats.
- Suites and NC club sections: premium areas between the main tiers.
Sideline sections are the most expensive on each level, and prices drop toward the corners and the end zones. Published guides do not reliably identify which sideline sections sit behind the Steelers bench, so confirm that on the seat map attached to your listing if it matters.
The venue designates section 120, rows BB through HH, as alcohol-free seating, a good option for families.
Best seats for Steelers games, and seats to think twice about
Football
- Lower sideline, middle rows: the best mix of closeness and perspective. Very low rows put you behind players standing on the sideline.
- 200-level club: a strong sideline angle, plus indoor space on cold December days.
- 500 level between the 20-yard lines: the value pick for seeing formations and the whole field.
- South end zone: the open end with the skyline behind it. The view of the city is the draw, but wind and weather come straight in.
- North-end bleachers: lower prices and a loud crowd, but the longest view of the far end zone.
Weather
This is an open-air stadium on a river, and late-season games can be cold, wet and windy. Seats in the back rows of a tier, tucked under the deck above, offer some cover; one fan review notes that club section 224 stays in the shade all game because of the overhang. In rain, the grass field is known to get sloppy, which can slow the game. Umbrellas are allowed but cannot be opened in the stands, so bring rain gear instead.
Concerts
For an end-stage show, lower and club sideline sections nearest the stage give the best angle. Seats at the opposite end of the 500 level are the farthest away. Layouts differ by tour, so check the map on your listing.
Demand and timing
Steelers tickets are among the most sought after in the NFL, and Steeler Nation is known for traveling well, which pushes demand for road games too. At home, the AFC North rivals, especially the Baltimore Ravens and Cleveland Browns, draw the biggest crowds, along with prime-time and late-season games with playoff stakes. Preseason games are the easiest way in.
Pitt home games usually have more inventory, with demand rising for rivals and ranked opponents. Concert demand follows the act, and floor and lower-sideline seats sell first. Every order on GoodSeats is backed by a 100% guarantee.
Parking on the North Shore and taking the T
Parking
Stadium parking is organized into Gold, Red, Blue and Green lots, most of them pre-sold for Steelers games, plus the Champions Garage with more than 400 spaces at West General Robinson Street and Tony Dorsett Drive. As of the 2026 season:
- Passes: sold through ParkMobile for single games or the season; Champions Garage passes are mobile only.
- Event-day parking: available at select locations, card payment only.
- Tailgating: allowed under ALCO Parking's lot rules, but not inside the Champions Garage.
- Traffic: the stadium recommends alternate routes to avoid congestion at I-279 Exit 1B.
The T and the river
- Light rail: Pittsburgh's T stops at Allegheny Station, connected to the stadium by a raised pedestrian walkway, and at North Side Station. Riding from downtown avoids North Shore traffic entirely.
- Gateway Clipper: riverboat service runs on game days.
Check the stadium's parking page for current lot maps and pass sales.
Acrisure Stadium bag policy and gate rules (as of October 2026)
As of the 2026 season, Acrisure Stadium enforces the NFL-style clear-bag policy (bags must be transparent plastic, vinyl or PVC):
- Clear bags: smaller than 12 by 6 by 12 inches.
- Clutches: non-clear clutches no larger than 4.5 by 6.5 inches.
- Drinks: factory-sealed plastic bottles of water or soft drinks of 24 ounces or less are permitted, which is unusual for an NFL stadium.
- Not allowed: coolers, thermoses and glass bottles.
Other rules to plan around:
- Gates open two hours before kickoff at Gate A East and West, Gate B, Gate C and the FedEx Great Hall gates.
- There is no re-entry once you leave.
- The stadium is cashless; cash can be converted to a prepaid card at the FedEx Great Hall ticket window, which closes after halftime.
- The stadium is smoke-free, with no designated smoking areas.
Policies change, so check the stadium's A–Z guide before you go.
From Three Rivers to Heinz Field to Acrisure
The stadium replaced Three Rivers Stadium, the Steelers' home from 1970 to 2000, and opened in August 2001. Designed by Populous, it is home to the FedEx Great Hall, about 40,000 square feet of Steelers and Panthers memorabilia that includes Pro Football Hall of Fame lockers and championship trophy displays. The field has been Kentucky bluegrass since 2009, kept growing with a heating system.
Beyond football, the stadium hosted the NHL Winter Classic in 2011 and an NHL Stadium Series game in 2017. Taylor Swift's June 2023 concert drew 73,117. In April 2026, the NFL Draft was staged outside the stadium and at Point State Park, with a reported record attendance.
Frequently asked questions
What is the capacity of Acrisure Stadium?
Acrisure Stadium seats 68,400 for football. Concert attendance can be higher; Taylor Swift's June 2023 show drew 73,117.
What is the Acrisure Stadium bag policy?
As of the 2026 season, clear bags must be smaller than 12 by 6 by 12 inches, and non-clear clutches can be no larger than 4.5 by 6.5 inches. Factory-sealed plastic bottles of water or soft drinks of 24 ounces or less are allowed. Check the stadium's current policy before you go.
Where do you park for a Steelers game?
The stadium's Gold, Red, Blue and Green lots and the Champions Garage sell passes through ParkMobile, and many are pre-sold for Steelers games. Limited event-day parking is card only, and many fans take the T to Allegheny or North Side Station instead.
Is Acrisure Stadium the same as Heinz Field?
Yes. The stadium opened as Heinz Field in 2001 and was renamed Acrisure Stadium in July 2022.
Does Acrisure Stadium have a roof?
No. It is an open-air horseshoe with an open south end, so dress for the weather, especially at late-season games. Umbrellas are allowed but cannot be opened in the stands.