State Farm Stadium in Glendale, Arizona, west of Phoenix, is home to the NFL’s Arizona Cardinals and the annual Fiesta Bowl. It has a retractable roof and a roll-out natural grass field, and has hosted Super Bowls, college football’s biggest games and concerts. This guide covers the essentials for any event: parking lots, rideshare, public transport, the bag policy and payments.
Check the official State Farm Stadium directions and parking page for your event.
State Farm Stadium at a glance
| Location | Glendale, Arizona (West Valley, near Loop 101) |
| Home team | Arizona Cardinals (NFL); home of the Fiesta Bowl |
| Parking | Blue Lots (general), Red Lots (preferred); open 4 hours before Cardinals kickoff |
| Rideshare | Black Lot, south of the stadium |
| Payments | Cashless |
| Bags | Clear bag 12″ × 6″ × 12″ or small clutch |
State Farm Stadium parking
- General parking (Blue Lots): enter from Glendale Avenue or Cardinals Way off Loop 101.
- Preferred parking (Red Lots): enter at Maryland Avenue and 95th Avenue.
- On Cardinals game days, lots open four hours before kickoff and close an hour after the game.
- Parking is cashless: card payment only.
Uber and Lyft
The designated rideshare drop-off and pick-up is the Black Lot, south of the stadium.
Public transport
Valley Metro light rail doesn’t stop at the stadium. The practical options are Valley Metro bus Route 70 along Glendale Avenue, or game-day shuttles when the City of Glendale or the event organiser runs them. Check before you travel.
Bag policy
- Allowed: a clear plastic, vinyl or PVC bag up to 12″ × 6″ × 12″, a one-gallon clear freezer bag, or a small clutch up to 4.5″ × 6.5″.
- Not allowed: backpacks, large purses, camera bags and coolers.
Frequently asked questions
What time does parking open at State Farm Stadium?
For Cardinals games, four hours before kickoff. Other events vary.
Does the light rail go to State Farm Stadium?
No. Use Valley Metro bus Route 70 or an event shuttle if one is running.
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Source: State Farm Stadium – Directions & Parking. Easy Guide India is not affiliated with State Farm Stadium.