Capacity: 76,125-85,000
Home Teams: Denver Broncos (NFL)
When Empower Field opened in 2001 as the new home of the Denver Broncos, first as Invesco Field, then later as Sports Authority Field, many long-time Broncos fans felt cheated of the sense of local identity that the previous stadium had helped to foster. The name of Mile High Stadium was a nod to Denver’s famous sobriquet, the Mile High City, which stems from the fact that the city of Denver is almost exactly one mile above sea level. In 2018, the fans finaally got what they wanted, when the new stadium was renamed Broncos Stadium at Mile High and later Empower Field at Mile High following a sponsorship deal (most fans nowadays just refer to it as “The Mile High Stadium” or “New Mile High”). But there is more to the city’s elevation above sea level than just nostalgia and local pride. Visiting teams who come to Denver’s Empower Field at Mile High frequently struggle with the altitude, as well as the deafening noise from the stands, giving the Broncos a serious home field advantage. Empower Field at Mile High hosts all regular season and playoff Broncos home games, as well as college football games (including the local grudge match between the Colorado State University Rams and the University of Colorado Boulder Buffaloes), concerts, soccer matches, and marching band finals. Hungry visitors will find the food at Empower Field at Mile High much improved of late, with classic favorites like hot dogs, nachos, pretzels, and popcorn available for just $4-5 as well as Vietnamese Banh Mi sandwiches, boozy ice cream, and Buffalo Chicken Mac and Cheese. Shoppers will find all kinds of cool Broncs merchandise at the kiosks and shops dotted around the venue.
The Empower Field at Mile High provides its guests with a wide range of seating options. Premium seating, including suites and VIP rooms, caters to those looking for that exclusive gameday experience. Grabbing a seat near the team benches is a popular option for fans who want to catch a glimpse of their favorite players up close. From the lower bowl to the nosebleeds, there isn’t a bad seat in the house, meaning that Empower Field at Mile High has a seat for every preference (and budget). Visit TicketX to check which tickets are available to games or events at the Empower Field at Mile High and use our handy seating chart to compare different seating options.
Visitors can access the Empower Field at Mile High via public transportation or driving their own vehicle.
It is easy to get to Empower Field at Mile High using the RTD light rail. Different lines stop at Mile High Station and Decatur Federal station, each about an 8-minute walk from the stadium. The Denver Trolley also runs a special Football Shuttle on game days that costs $10 for a return ticket. Taking a taxi or riding a bike (weather permitting) to the stadium are two other decent options. Visit Empower Field at Mile High’s official website for detailed information on public transportation.
Guests can drive their own vehicles to Empower Field at Mile High but should be aware that considerable traffic does tend to stack up before and after games or major events. Make sure to arrive early to avoid problems. You can find maps and driving directions on Empower Field at Mile High’s official website.
On-site parking is only available to season ticket holders with parking permits, but nearby off-site parking lots are also available within a short walk of the stadium. Parking permits can be purchased in advance via the Denver Broncos mobile app. More information about parking is available on the Empower Field at Mile High’s official website.
Parking at Empower Field at Mile High usually costs between $20 to $60, but you can often find cheaper parking rates in off-site parking lots. Visit Empower Field at Mile High’s official website for more information on cheaper parking rates or use the Denver Broncos mobile app.