Mercedes-Benz Stadium Stadium

Retractable-roof stadium in Atlanta hosting sports and events

Atlanta's Mercedes‑Benz Stadium hosts NFL and MLS matches, major concerts and large events; visitors come for live sport, stadium tours and the venue's signature retractable roof and integrated fan amenities.

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Mercedes-Benz Stadium at a Glance#

Address: 1 AMB Drive NW, Atlanta, GA 30313, USA

Website: https://mercedesbenzstadium.com

Hours: Varies by event

Admission: Varies by event; stadium tours available for a fee (price varies)

About Mercedes-Benz Stadium#

Mercedes-Benz Stadium is a multi-purpose sports and events arena in Atlanta, Georgia, serving as the home stadium for the Atlanta Falcons (NFL) and Atlanta United FC (MLS). It opened in 2017 and replaced the previous Georgia Dome as the city’s primary large-capacity venue.

The stadium features a distinctive retractable roof with a central oculus and a continuous circular LED video board that rings the interior, enhancing sightlines and live presentation. Standard seating capacity is about 71,000 for American football, with flexible configurations for soccer, concerts and special events.

Planned and constructed in the 2010s to provide a modern multi-use venue for professional sports and entertainment, the stadium introduced new architectural and broadcast elements and has hosted major events since opening. It has served as the site for league finals and national-level sporting events.

Situated just northwest of downtown Atlanta, the stadium sits within the city’s sports and entertainment district with public transit connections and surface parking for event days.

  • Opening and roof: Opened in 2017 with a retractable roof that opens in a pinwheel pattern, and designed to host football, soccer and large-scale events - check event schedules and transit options before visiting.
  • Transport and security: Located near downtown Atlanta with connections to MARTA rail and shuttle services for event days; heavy security and bag policies are enforced for public events.

What to See#

  • Field and seating bowl: The bowl-shaped playing field and spectator seating configured for NFL games and Major League Soccer matches, with a standard football capacity around 71,000 and expandable seating for larger events.
  • Halo video board: The 360-degree halo video board that encircles the interior above the seating, providing continuous replays and live information to spectators across the stadium.
  • Concourses and suites: Concourse, event suites and public atria used for hospitality, concerts and non-sporting events; these spaces are integrated into the stadium’s mixed-use design.

How to Get to Mercedes-Benz Stadium#

Mercedes‑Benz Stadium sits in downtown Atlanta next to the Georgia World Congress Center. Take MARTA heavy rail to the Dome/GWCC/Philips Arena/CNN Center station on the Red or Gold line and walk about 5-10 minutes to the stadium. By car use I‑75/I‑85 (the Downtown Connector) and follow signs for Northside Drive/Georgia World Congress Center; multiple event parking lots are adjacent to the venue.

Tips for Visiting Mercedes-Benz Stadium#

  • Use MARTA and the GWCC/CNN Center or Dome/GWCC station to avoid stadium parking queues-public transit drops you within a short walk of the stadium entrances and is actively promoted on event days.
  • Allow extra time for security screening and bag checks and enter through the gate printed on your ticket; gates and entrance assignments are enforced to keep lines moving, so check your ticket for the correct entry point.
  • If you want shorter lines and easier tailgating logistics, arrive 60-90 minutes before kickoff and use the stadium's published mobile ticketing and entry guidelines to speed through access procedures.

Best Time to Visit Mercedes-Benz Stadium#

Plan around the event calendar - the stadium is busiest during the NFL season and on major-event days; check schedules for specific crowd expectations.

Event season (busiest)
September-January · 10-22°C (typical Atlanta fall/winter)
Busy on NFL game days, major college football and postseason events - expect large crowds and sold-out events.
Spring (variable crowds)
March-May · 12-26°C
Moderate event schedule (MLS, concerts) - crowd levels vary by schedule but overall fewer NFL-scale events.
Offseason & summer (fewer large games)
June-August · 22-33°C
Fewer stadium-scale sporting events, though concerts and special events can still draw big crowds; hot, humid weather outside the venue.

Weather & Climate near Mercedes-Benz Stadium#

Climate

Mercedes-Benz Stadium's climate is classified as Humid Subtropical - Humid Subtropical climate with hot summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 0°C to 32°C. Abundant rainfall (1297 mm/year), wettest in March.

Air Quality: AQI 36 Good
Best Time to Visit
SeptemberJuneAugust
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
42°
Warmest Month
-14°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
Month Comfort Temp Feels Rain Sky Humidity Wind UV Daylight
January Acceptable 0° - 11° 3° 127 mm partly cloudy 82% 2.9 m/s 0.5 moderate 10.1h
February Acceptable 2° - 14° 6° 121 mm partly cloudy 82% 2.9 m/s 0.8 moderate 10.9h
March Good 6° - 19° 12° 142 mm partly cloudy 80% 2.9 m/s 1.2 high 11.9h
April Very Good 10° - 23° 16° 104 mm partly cloudy 78% 2.7 m/s 1.7 very high 12.9h
May Very Good 15° - 27° 21° 105 mm partly cloudy 76% 2.3 m/s 1.9 very high 13.8h
June Excellent 19° - 30° 25° 95 mm partly cloudy 73% 2.0 m/s 2.1 extreme 14.2h
July Very Good 21° - 32° 26° 127 mm partly cloudy 71% 1.9 m/s 2.0 extreme 14.0h
August Excellent 21° - 31° 26° 95 mm partly cloudy 70% 1.8 m/s 1.8 very high 13.2h
September Excellent 17° - 28° 23° 96 mm some cloud 70% 2.0 m/s 1.5 very high 12.3h
October Excellent 11° - 23° 17° 82 mm some cloud 71% 2.1 m/s 1.1 high 11.2h
November Very Good 6° - 18° 12° 95 mm some cloud 74% 2.3 m/s 0.7 moderate 10.3h
December Acceptable 2° - 13° 6° 108 mm partly cloudy 82% 2.7 m/s 0.4 low 9.8h

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