Capacity: 68,400
Events: NFL, NCAA Football, concerts, comedians, special events
Home Teams: Pittsburgh Steelers and Pittsburgh Panthers
Acrisure Stadium used to be called Heinz Field and is located in a neighborhood in Pittsburgh called North Shore. It is home to the Pittsburgh Steelers NFL team. The stadium opened in 2001 and was renamed in 2022. This stadium also houses the Pittsburgh Panthers, the NCAA football team in the Atlantic Coast Conference.
Navigating the Acrisure Stadium for any hockey game, concert, or family event is easy if you know the rules. The A-to-Z Guide has everything you need to know. Here are a few important items to note:
There are four entrances to the arena. The two main entrances are on the east side and the premium entrances are on the west side.
Alcohol cannot go into or out of the arena. Each guest may only buy two beverages.
Binoculars are allowed at most events.
This venue is cashless. Credit and Debit cards are the only accepted payments and photo IDs may be needed with those forms of payment.
Tickets are mobile and must be scanned for entry. Screenshots are not acceptable. Once a ticket is scanned, it cannot be used by anyone else, or for re-entry.
Download the Acrisure Stadium mobile app for more information on the rules and updated parking and ticketing details.
Guests can bring bags into the arena, but they must meet certain criteria, as follows.
Bags must be clear
They must be 14x14x6” or smaller
Bags must have 2 pockets or less
Clutches or Wallets must be 4.5x6.5” or less
No handles or straps are allowed on clutches
Medically necessary bags or diaper bags need supervisor approval
All bags are subject to a search upon entry
Any bag that does not meet these standards cannot come into the venue
Seating configurations vary based on the type of event you are seeing. Football games have different seating levels than a concert, for example. Confirm your seat location on the Acrisure Stadium Seating Chart right here.
The Acrisure Stadium has a variety of different seating configurations and options. Here are a few reviews on various areas of the venue:
Section 519
Guests on A View From My Seat stated that this section had great access to the concourse and wasn’t too far from the field. The section’s view is behind one of the goal lines and off to the side a bit. Fans found it comfortable without any obstructions to the view.
The biggest complaint about this section is that it views the field from one side so fans sometimes miss the action happening at the other side of the field. They struggle to see details that occur near the other goal line.
Section 535
Fans sitting in this section stated that it held the ‘best seats ever.’ They appreciated that it was next to the stairs and had easy access to the restrooms, concessions, and other concourse items.
The biggest problem with this section is that the stair’s railing is a little bit in the way. However, most fans felt this option was better than having to try and view the game around someone’s head.
Since the maps vary based on the event, decide what angle you’d like and look for seats in those sections. If you’re coming for a concert, make sure your floor seats are close, or you are tall enough to see over others. For football, think about which angle you appreciate so you can make the most of your experience.
Getting to Acrisure Stadium by car is simple enough. The Parking & Directions page has directions at the bottom of the page. The website also recommends downloading the WAZE app to get directions that will take you right to your parking spot, if you decide to buy one in advance.
On the site, get directions from the airport, from the I-279 Parkway North and the PA Turnpike.
There are thousands of parking lots around the stadium, but traffic can get crazy on game days, and even for special events. It is recommended to secure your parking spot in advance by reserving ahead of time.
Spot Hero allows you to take a look at your event and find the right parking spot so you can just pull in on the day of the concert or game.
The Steelers have also partnered with Champions Garage, which holds 400 new spaces on the corner of West General Robinson and Tony Dorsett, right behind the Hyatt Place Hotel.
You can check out the full parking guide for Acrisure Stadium here.
Parking with Spot Hero costs anywhere from $5-$100, depending on the space you get and the distance from the stadium.
Independent outside garages generally cost between $20-$30, depending on distance from the stadium. Ordering your parking in advance gives you a better chance at a good spot.
The local light rail system stops close to the Arena. Get off the railway at the Port Authority Allegheny station or the North Shore station. Both of those cut back on the walking you would have to do if you leave from downtown.
You can also take a Rideshare to the stadium. If you do that, have them drop you at the Art Rooney Avenue and Reedsdale intersection. This is situated near Gate B. The other rideshare drop-off is just across from the Carnegie Science Center.
Holiday Inn Express & Suites
Hyatt Place Pittsburgh
Wyndham Grand Pittsburgh Downtown
Residence Inn Pittsburgh
The Westin Pittsburgh
Quaker Steak & Lube
North Shore Tavern
The Yard
Cafe Milano
Steel Mill Saloon
Acrisure Stadium takes special consideration to those who need extra assistance. There are plenty of accessibility plans in place. ‘You will find some general information on accessibility below, but if you need more, visit the Accessibility page, or call (412) 697-7150 (ext.4)
Accessible Seating and Ticketing
Assisted Listening Devices
Elevators and Accessible Entrances
Concession and Bathroom accessibility
Interpreting Services
Accessible Drop-off Locations
Accessible Parking Spots
Service Animal Allowance
Sensory Kits and Rooms
Wheelchair Assistance
Interpreting Services