Mercedes-Benz Stadium
Atlanta, GA · Home of the Atlanta United FC and Atlanta Falcons
Upcoming games
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Reserve a spot in advance — game-day parking near Mercedes-Benz Stadium fills early.
Getting there
Mercedes-Benz Stadium sits in downtown Atlanta, immediately west of Centennial Olympic Park and adjacent to State Farm Arena. MARTA rail's Vine City and GWCC/CNN Center / Dome stations sit on either side of the venue, providing direct rail access from Hartsfield-Jackson airport on the Red/Gold Line — making MBS one of the most airport-accessible major stadiums in the country. Driving uses I-75/85 (exit 249C) or I-20 with parking in stadium decks and downtown garages. Rideshare zones are signed around the perimeter. Confirm bag and entry rules on the venue's official site before going.
The neighborhood
MBS sits in the heart of downtown Atlanta's tourism and entertainment district. The Georgia World Congress Center, Centennial Olympic Park, the World of Coca-Cola, the Georgia Aquarium, the Civil Rights Center, and the College Football Hall of Fame are all within a 10-minute walk. State Farm Arena (Hawks) sits immediately east, making double-event days possible. The Castleberry Hill and Westside neighborhoods are short rides west with growing restaurant scenes. Atlanta's downtown blocks have historically been quieter outside event windows but have steadily added street-level energy with new bars and food halls. The neighborhood is also one of the most walkable game-day approaches in the South.
Where to eat & drink nearby
On-site, Mercedes-Benz Stadium itself is known for its fan-first concessions pricing — $2 hot dogs and refillable sodas are still the headline. For pre-game nearby, Hudson Grille (a longtime Atlanta sports-bar standby), Stats Brewpub (immediately across from the stadium), and Der Biergarten (German beer hall near the venue) are the closest pre-game stops. Mary Mac's Tea Room in Midtown is a classic Atlanta Southern-food sit-down, and Sweet Auburn Curb Market a short ride east is a historic food hall with multiple vendors. Pre-game crowds at the closest spots build within 90 minutes of kickoff.
First-timer tips
Plan to arrive 2 hours before kickoff for Falcons games or 90 minutes for Atlanta United matches. MARTA rail from the airport is the simplest arrival pattern for visitors flying in — a roughly 20-minute ride from the terminal to Vine City station. The retractable roof's 'pinwheel' opening is the building's signature architectural element and a draw on its own; check the team's status page for whether the roof will be open. MBS is famous for its fan-first concessions model — drinks and food are priced well below industry norms, including $2 hot dogs and refillable $2 sodas. The clear-bag policy is enforced strictly for both NFL and MLS events. Atlanta United home matches frequently draw the largest crowds in MLS — book ahead.
Best games to catch
For the Falcons, NFC South matchups against the Saints (the league's most-played rivalry), Buccaneers, and Panthers are the divisional draws — Falcons–Saints consistently prices above the season average. Falcons–Cowboys, Falcons–Eagles, and any visit from a recent Super Bowl champion typically peak demand. For Atlanta United, matches against Orlando City SC (Florida derby) and Inter Miami draw the largest crowds, with visits from Charlotte FC and Nashville SC building Southern derby weight. Atlanta United's club home matches consistently rank among the highest-attended in MLS history. Both teams publish promotional calendars on their official sites — themed games, jersey reveals, scarf nights — that vary year to year.
What to know
Mercedes-Benz Stadium opened in August 2017, replacing the Georgia Dome (which stood next door from 1992 to 2017 and was demolished in November 2017) as the home of the Falcons and the new home of Atlanta United, who moved over from Bobby Dodd Stadium in their second MLS season. The building's signature feature is the eight-petal retractable roof that opens and closes in a pinwheel pattern — one of the most architecturally ambitious roof systems ever built for a stadium. The seating bowl can configure from roughly 71,000 for NFL games up to over 75,000 for major soccer matches, with the upper-deck sections curtained off for typical Falcons games. MBS hosted Super Bowl LIII in February 2019, the MLS Cup Final, the College Football Playoff National Championship, and is scheduled to host matches at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The fan-first concessions pricing introduced by owner Arthur Blank has been widely studied as a model in stadium economics.
Frequently asked questions
What time do gates open at Mercedes-Benz Stadium?
Gates typically open about 2 hours before kickoff for Falcons games and about 90 minutes before kickoff for Atlanta United matches. Check the team's official gameday guide for the specific game's gate time.
How do I get to Mercedes-Benz Stadium on MARTA?
MARTA rail's Vine City and GWCC/CNN Center / Dome stations sit on either side of the venue. From Hartsfield-Jackson airport it's a direct ride on the Red or Gold Line, roughly 20 minutes — one of the most airport-accessible major stadiums in the country.
Where can I park at Mercedes-Benz Stadium?
Stadium parking decks and downtown garages ring the building. Reserving in advance via the parking link above typically beats showing up. Rates and lot availability change year to year — confirm before driving.
Is the roof open or closed at Mercedes-Benz Stadium?
The retractable roof opens and closes depending on weather and team preference — check the team's status page or social channels close to the event for the current call. The roof's eight-petal pinwheel opening is the building's signature architectural feature.
Is concessions pricing really lower at Mercedes-Benz Stadium?
Yes — MBS introduced fan-first concessions pricing at opening, with $2 hot dogs, $2 refillable sodas, and other items priced well below industry norms. The model has continued in updated form season to season; check current prices on the official site.
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