Acrisure Stadium parking runs from about $5 in a downtown garage with a free T ride across the river to $60 at the Champions Garage, with pre-sold North Shore lots in between. The stadium sits at 100 Art Rooney Avenue on the North Shore, across the Allegheny River from Downtown, and most lots open 5 hours before kickoff.
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Fireworks explode over Acrisure Stadium prior to a regular season game against the Cincinnati Bengals on January 4, 2025.
Which parking fits you
Fan type | Best option | Cost | The catch |
Tailgater | ALCO surface lot (pre-sold) | Varies by game | Kamin Science Center lots: no grills or tents |
Closest walk, no tailgate | Champions Garage | $60 plus fees | Mobile pass only, no tailgating |
Budget | Downtown garage + free T | Mostly $5 to $15 | Allow time for the train or walk |
Coming from the South Hills | Park and ride + light rail | Free parking | Train fare until the Free Fare Zone |
Scenic ride | Gateway Clipper from Station Square | $8 each way, $15 round trip | Tickets sold only at the dock |
No lot pass? Stage AE on the North Shore hosts a free-admission Steelers tailgate.
How to buy a Steelers parking pass
Close-in spots can sell out, so buy ahead.
- Season ticket holders buy through ALCO Parking at (412) 323-4455.
- Single-game fans buy ALCO lots through JustPark and the Champions Garage through ParkMobile.
- North Shore pay lots (Blue 7 lots, Blue 10 Garage) are card only. ALCO takes no cash anywhere.
Cheap parking near Acrisure Stadium
Light rail is free between the North Shore and Downtown, from First Avenue through Allegheny Station. The 2026 stadium guide puts most downtown garages at $5 to $15, priced by expected crowd size, with the Fort Duquesne & Sixth Garage at $20 to $30.
Game day timeline
Before kickoff | What happens |
5 hours | ALCO lots and Champions Garage open (Kamin Science Center lots about 4 hours) |
3 hours | Gateway Clipper shuttle starts |
2 hours | Gates open |
4th quarter to 1 hour after | Clipper return trips |
Taking an Uber or Lyft
Many fans skip parking entirely, especially when a few beers are part of the plan. Traffic crawls after the game and fares can climb, so pick a meeting spot a few blocks away and match the plate before you get in. If a ride home ends in a crash, it's worth reading up on your options after a rideshare accident.
Routes that dodge the Exit 1B jam
Situation | Tip |
Any direction | Park on the side of town you're driving home to |
Arriving on I-279 North (from Downtown or the airport) | Skip Exit 1B; use Exit 1D or the West End Bridge |
Arriving on I-279 South (from the North Hills) | Skip Exit 1B; use Exit 2B |
FAQ
How much is parking at Acrisure Stadium?
Downtown garages mostly run $5 to $15, the Champions Garage lists $60, and pre-sold North Shore lots vary by game.
What time does Acrisure Stadium open?
Most lots open 5 hours before kickoff and gates open 2 hours before. Arriving 2 hours early helps you beat the crowds.
Is Acrisure Stadium cashless?
Yes. Concessions take cards and mobile pay, and North Shore pay lots are card only.
Where is the best parking for Acrisure Stadium?
For tailgating, a surface lot. For the shortest walk without a grill, the Champions Garage, 0.4 miles from the nearest gate.
Is there an Acrisure Stadium parking map?
Yes. The stadium's 2026 Parking and Traffic Guide, a PDF on acrisurestadium.com, maps the North Shore lots and downtown garages, and the ParkPGH app shows live garage space.
Plan the parking now, and save the stress for the fourth quarter.
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