Here’s what Cowboys fans and concertgoers need to know about parking passes, rideshare zones and tailgating rules.
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Before heading to a Cowboys game this season, or an upcoming concert at AT&T Stadium, patrons may want to avoid last minute fees or traffic hiccups by looking into Arlington’s parking options ahead of time.
Although the stadium offers thousands of available spaces, parking prices, availability and rules vary depending on the lot and vehicle type. Pre-purchased parking passes are recommended as day-of pricing may change, according to SeatGeek, the stadium’s official ticketing partner.
Here’s what visitors need to know about the parking lots around AT&T Stadium.
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Where can visitors park?
AT&T Stadium has approximately 12,000 parking spots across 15 numbered lots, with about 12,000 more in the lettered lots next door at Globe Life Field.
Blue lots, including Lots 1, 2, 3, 7, 10, 11 and 15, are for drivers coming to the north and west sides of the stadium, with lots 1 to 3 being closest to the main entrances.
Silver lots, including Lots 4, 5, 6, 12, 13 and 14, are for drivers coming to the south and east side of the stadium. Lots 8 and 9 are reserved for media and taxicab pick up and drop off. A portion of Lot 14 is designated for RVs and oversized vehicles. Bus parking is available in Lot 15, and limousine parking is available at Lot 11.
Patrons coming from either east-or westbound Interstate 30 will follow Randol Mill Road to reach the lots. Parking attendants placed at the entrance and throughout each parking lot help direct traffic.
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All lots have accessibility parking. However, it is available on a first come, first served basis and requires both a parking pass and valid handicap placard. Accessibility shuttles are available to guests who need the service, plus one companion, at every lot before and after the event.
Parking opens about four hours prior to Cowboys games, and 30 minutes before other special events, said Jordan Van Dootingh, corporate communications manager for the Dallas Cowboys.
How much does parking cost?
Parking for Cowboys games cannot be purchased at the stadium, but instead online through the stadium’s ticket partner. Van Dootingh recommends purchasing tickets ahead of time since day-of pricing is subject to change and may increase, per SeatGeek. The stadium does not use dynamic pricing for parking passes.
Prices vary by event, and range from $40 to $159. Preseason parking for Cowboys games is currently listed at $78, while regular season passes range from $83 to $159. Concerts currently schedule and other upcoming events show parking costs between $40 to $58. Prices can increase depending on fees and availability.
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RV pricing is $150, while bus and limousine prices range from $100 to $150.
Where can ridehailing users be dropped off or picked up?
Visitors who do not want to pay for parking or navigate post-event traffic can use ridehailing as a means to attend events at the stadium. Lot 15 is the designated lot for visitors to be dropped off and picked up.
The stadium lists separate areas for ridehailing vehicles, taxis and personal cars.
Personal drop off zones are also available in Lot 1 and Lot 6. Due to post-event traffic, the lots may not be available for pick up. Passengers can be picked up at the Miller LiteHouse entrance, near North Collins Street and Cowboys Way.
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Taxis are located at the west end of Miller LiteHouse.
Can visitors tailgate in the parking lots?
Tailgating is permitted only in designated spaces along the perimeter of certain lots, said Van Dootingh. Designated spaces are available in Lots 4, 5, 6, 7, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14 and 15.
It is not allowed in Lot 3, and parts of Lots 5, 8 and 9.
Designated spaces are available in Lots 4, 5, 6, 7, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14 and 15.
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Visitors may tailgate from the time lots open to up to two hours post-event and only in the grassy area directly behind their vehicle, occupying a space no larger than than nine feet wide and 12 feet deep.
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Tents, chairs, grills and tables may not block other parking spaces. Parking spaces cannot be saved or reserved, and are on a first come first served basis.
Charcoal and gas cooking is permitted. Open flames, deep fryers and oil based cooking is prohibited. Arlington police and courtesy officers patrol the lots to ensure all rules are adhered to.
Fireworks, loud speakers, merchandise sales and political signage is also not allowed during a tailgate.