Phoenix
🏟️ Address: State Farm Stadium, 1 Cardinals Dr, Glendale, Arizona, 85305, United States Directions in Google Maps
State Farm Stadium is located in the Glendale Sports & Entertainment District, off the AZ Loop 101 Freeway. Over 24,000 parking spaces are available for those bringing cars to the venue, but taxi or ride-share services are also convenient.
Below you can find general information on travel and parking for State Farm Stadium. Individual events may have additional/restricted services available, and so we recommend clicking through to the event and viewing the Travel & Parking tab for event-specific information.
There are numerous lots at the stadium where visitors can park their vehicles, and these lots are grouped into coloured zones. The configuration of these zones varies by event, but each parking pass will have a designated colour and location. Visitors are encouraged to arrive early for a smooth parking experience.
The Black Lot is the designated ride share pick-up/drop-off location for most events at State Farm Stadium. The Black Lot is located south of the venue, across Bethany Home Road / Cardinals Way.
Greyhound bus routes service Glendale, with the stop located around 10 miles (or 15 km) from State Farm Stadium. There are several other Greyhound stops within the Phoenix metro area, so passengers may wish to consult the route map for the stop that works best with their accommodation and travel plans. Bus routes are available between Phoenix and many major US cities, including but not limited to Flagstaff, Tucson, Los Angeles, Las Vegas, San Diego, El Paso, Denver, and Houston.
Although public transport is very limited in Glendale, the Valley Metro offers bus route 70, which stops several times on Glendale Ave between N 91st and Loop 1001. The closest stop is Glendale Ave & 95th Ave, around 950 m (11 min) walk from the stadium.
Glendale has no local train services, but passengers travelling from further afield can take Amtrak services into Arizona. The Southwest Chief route runs between Chicago and Los Angeles, with a stop in Flagstaff. The Sunset Limited route runs between New Orleans and Los Angeles, with stops in Maricopa and Tucson. From any of these Arizona cities, passengers can take connecting Thruway or Greyhound buses to Glendale or elsewhere in the metro Phoenix area.
Phoenix is one of 20 cities that make up the Greater Phoenix area, along with Scottsdale, Glendale, and Tempe, which together create a vast and diverse urban metropolis in the desert. Phoenix itself is of course one of the priciest places to park your head at night, but budget accommodation is just as easily found as sleek minimal villas with private pools.
State Farm Stadium offers a huge range of concession stands to satisfy any visitor's appetite. Local favourites like Honey Bear's BBQ, Streets of New York Pizza, The Tamale Store, and Claudine's Kitchen are all popular choices, but there is no shortage of other gameday classics. Fans looking for hot food can choose from nachos, pizza, fried chicken, french fries, hot dogs, and BBQ sandwiches. There are also cold options, like salads and wraps, and for those with a sweet tooth, it's easy to find popcorn, churros, cotton candy, fruit, and ice cream.
Alcoholic and soft drinks are also widely available, with beer, wine, cider, and margaritas all on offer.
A takeaway mini-mart offers a range of packaged drinks and snacks, such as candy bars, cookies, and jerky.
Gluten Free
Gluten free options include chicken salad sandwiches, fruit cups, pizza, tamales, hard cider, and spiked seltzers.
Outside Food & Drinks
Fans are not allowed to bring any outside food or beverage items inside State Farm Stadium.
Security screening takes place at all State Farm Stadium entry gates. All fans must be screened with a metal detector and a bag search before entry to the stadium is permitted. As these security processes are busiest in the 30 minutes before kick off, it's recommended to arrive early with plenty of time to spare.
Restrooms
There are 50 restrooms located throughout State Farm Stadium.
Baby Changing
All men’s, women’s, and family restrooms at State Farm Stadium are equipped with a baby changing station. Also, Privacy Rooms are located on the Club Level in the elevator atrium at section 230.
All Sportsman's Park carparks and most off-site gameday parking lots have signed disabled parking spots. Vehicles must have a valid mobile parking pass to enter Sportsman's Park or off-site gameday parking areas. A state-issued disabled hangtag or license plate is required to park in a signed disabled spot.
Disabled Seating
Disabled seating is located on all three levels at State Farm Stadium, including all lofts and field boxes. All levels can be accessed by the elevators located near the five stadium entrance locations. One power outlet is available at each disabled seating platform for the use of guests with electric wheelchairs and other medical equipment.
Service Animals
Guide, signal, and documented service animals are allowed inside State Farm Stadium with fans that need their assistance. No pets or other animals are permitted.
Wheelchairs
Wheelchair assistance is available to guests and is scheduled on a first-come, first-served basis. Requests can be made by asking a stadium staff member or by visiting a Guest Services Office located near Sections 104, 123, 417, and 448.
Guest Services
Guest Services offices are located on the Main Level near Sections 104 & 123, and on the Terrace Level near Sections 417 & 448.
First Aid
There are 4 First Aid stations at State Farm Stadium. These are located on the Main Level near Sections 122 & 136, and on the Terrace Level near Sections 416 & 448.
Lost & Found
Fans can take found items to any of the Guest Services offices, and anyone who has lost an item at the stadium should enquire there first. After the game, enquiries about lost property can be directed to the 24/7 Command Center at (623) 433-7147 or via an online form on the Cardinals' website. Items are held for 30 days and then donated.
ATM
As State Farm Stadium has become cashless, reverse ATMs are located on the Main Level at Section 104 & 123, on the Club Level at Section 233, and on the Terrace Level at Section 416. These machines convert cash into debit cards that can be used at concession stands and other sales points in the stadium. There is also a standard ATM at Section 124.
Each visitor can bring 1 bag into the stadium. The only acceptable bags are:
Fans should be prepared to open their bags for inspection at the entry gates. Non-approved bags will be denied entry, and fans will have to return the bags to their vehicles or dispose of them entirely.
State Farm Stadium has a capacity of approximately 63,400. However, the capacity does differ between events depending on the seating configuration.
1 Cardinals Dr, Glendale, Arizona, 85305, United States.
