Bank of America Stadium

The stadium sits in uptown Charlotte, in the Third Ward neighborhood just south of the city center. The location makes it easily accessible from throughout the Charlotte metro area, though gameday traffic in the dense urban core requires planning.

Driving & Parking

• Driving
  From I-277, take Exit 1 (Mint Street) and follow signs to the stadium. From I-77 North, take Exit 55 (Mint Street). From I-77 South, take Exit 54A (Mint Street). The stadium address is 800 South Mint Street, Charlotte, NC 28202. Note: Cedar Street between West 1st Street and Stadium View Drive is closed to car traffic until Spring 2026 due to ongoing city construction.
  • From the North
    Take I-77 South toward Uptown Charlotte. Exit onto the Brookshire Freeway (I-277 East) and use the Fourth Street or Graham Street exits to access the parking lots near the northern gates.
  • From the South
    Take I-77 North toward center city. Take the Morehead Street exit directly, or merge onto the John Belk Freeway (I-277) and exit at Carson Boulevard to approach the southern or eastern sides of the stadium.
  • From the East
    Follow US-74 West as it transitions into the John Belk Freeway (I-277 Inner). Exit at Brooklyn Village Avenue or South Boulevard to quickly reach the center city parking decks.
  • From the West
    From the airport area, take the Billy Graham Parkway to I-77 North, or follow Wilkinson Boulevard (US-74 East) straight into Uptown. Connect to the John Belk Freeway (I-277) and exit at Carson Boulevard or Graham Street.
• Parking
  The Mint Street Parking Garage(Lot 1) is located at the corner of Mint and Graham streets, directly across from the stadium's North Gate. Additional parking is available at the Charlotte Convention Center and 7th Street Station parking lots.
  
  Tailgating around the stadium is relatively limited. The area is dominated by garages rather than open air lots where tailgating is prohibited. For those in lots and looking for supplies, Harris Teeter in Uptown provides groceries, and Whole Foods Market offers organic and specialty items. For beverages, Mecklenburg County ABC Store #27is the closest liquor store.

Public Transit

• LYNX Light Rail
  The Lynx Light Rail system is a convenient alternative to driving. A number of Park-and-Rides exist throughout the system
  • Blue Line
    The Blue Line runs North/South from University City to Sterling. The Brooklyn Village stop is a short walk to the stadium
  • Gold Line
    The Gold Line runs roughly East/West and primarily services the city center. The Mint Street stop is a short walk to the stadium

Rideshare

• The designated rideshare zone is at the corner of Third & Church Streets, next to Romare Bearden Park

The uptown Charlotte area surrounding Bank of America Stadium offers a vibrant pregame scene, with the Third Ward and South End neighborhoods providing numerous bars, restaurants, and breweries within walking distance.

Bars & Restaurants

• Clutch Kitchen & Pour House
  This sports bar is located directly beside Bank of America Stadium. With over two dozen TVs, a large patio, and extensive food menu, it's a go to pregame bar.
• Graham St. Pub & Patio
  This sports pub features a rooftop bar with stadium and city views. They serve globally inspired food along side craft beer and seltzers
• Duckworth's Grill & Taphouse
  This local pub chain features a massive tap list and is known for their cheesesteaks and craft beer selection.
• Dram & Draught
  This upscale cocktail and whiskey bar features a huge selection from around the world, hand-crafted cocktails, draught beer, and wines in the South End
• Salud Cerveceria
  Located in NoDa (North Davidson), this James Beard-nominated brewery offers craft beers, food, and a vibrant atmosphere. It is near the 36th St Lynx Blue Line stop making it a convenient stop further from the stadium

Neighborhood Attractions

• NASCAR Hall of Fame
  This destination serves as an interactive entertainment and museum facility tracking the history of NASCAR racing
• The Green
  This 1.5-acre literary-themed pocket park features whimsical brick pathways, sculptures, and directional signs dedicated to classic authors. It functions as a public plaza and a general pedestrian gathering point before stadium events.
• Romare Bearden Park
  Named for the Charlotte born artist it features fountains, gardens, a splash pad, and grassy areas
• Mint Museum Uptown
  This museum houses internationally renowned collections of American and contemporary art, along with craft and design. It's part of the Levine Center for the Arts cultural campus
• The RailYard South End
  This mixed use development in the heart of South End combines office space with restaurants and outdoor gathering spaces. It echoes Charlotte's rich rail history and is part of the trendy South End entertainment district.

• The Obsidian Towers
  The stadium's exterior features massive archways and domed towers made of black obsidian granite, creating a distinctive and intimidating appearance. The design was specifically chosen to reflect the Panthers' panther logo and create a memorable visual identity.
• Indomitable Spirit Statues
  Each of the stadium's three main entrance gates is flanked by a pair of larger than life bronze panther statues, totaling six sculptures across the exterior plaza.
• Sam Mills Statue
  Located between the stadium's east and north entrances along Mint Street, this bronze statue honors the Hall of Honor linebacker and coach. The sculpture depicts Mills in uniform with his helmet tucked under his arm,
• Mike McCormack Statue
  Located in front of the stadium's main north gate this life-sized bronze sculpture commemorates the Pro Football Hall of Famer who served as the Panthers' inaugural team president and general manager.
• Championship & Division Title Markers
  The franchise does not display traditional fabric championship banners within the seating bowl. The team's 2003 and 2015 NFC Championships alongside their division titles are commemorated via signage and graphics displayed throughout the public concourses.
• Hall of Honor
  Busts of the 8 members of the team's Hall of Honor can be found on the 100 level concourse. The names of these members are also displayed on signs on the wall above the top row of seats in the upper deck
  • Mike McCormack
  • Sam Mills
  • Jake Delhomme
  • Steve Smith Sr
  • Jordan Gross
  • Wesley Walls
  • Muhsin Muhammad
  • Julius Peppers

• Silver Club
  This two story premium space features eight self contained player themed lounges with full service bars and dining operations. Positioned within this level are four Silver Club Terraces located in the northeast and southeast corners of the 300 level, which provide three rows of cushioned seats set behind fully retractable glass windows and dedicated television arrays.
• Suite Club
  Positioned across the 300 and 400 levels, these five distinct club spaces integrate standard suite ticketing with communal food and beverage setups. Guests use a dedicated VIP entrance on the north side of the stadium structure to access these levels.
• The Gallery Field Suites
  Located on the field level directly behind the end zone, this space features 12 to 14 individual luxury suites and two shared club lounges. The suites incorporate floor-to-ceiling glass back-walls that offer a direct line of sight into the players' tunnel walk between the locker room and the playing surface.
• Gridiron Club
  Situated on the north side of the stadium on the 400 level, this space pairs covered outdoor stadium seats with an indoor lounge equipped with a theater video wall, private restrooms, and buffet service.
• One Carolina Club
  Located in the East End Zone on the 300 level, this indoor suite facility accommodates ticket holders at executive style table seating behind large glass viewing windows. The interior floor plan includes a catered buffet, a private cash bar, and a dedicated billiard room
• The Huddle
  A 400 level club space positioned along the north sideline that includes three rows of outdoor seating, retractable glass walls, and a dedicated catering layout.
• Goal Line Lounge East & West
  Positioned in the corners of the 400 level deck, these premium viewing areas feature three rows of exterior seats and retractable glass partitions. Goal Line Lounge West (southwest corner) is officially named in memory of former player and coach Sam Mills, while Goal Line Lounge East (southeast corner) honors the historical 1993 franchise founding date.
• The Registix Reserve
  Reimagined from the former Vault and Platinum Access footprint near the North Gate, this field side sideline hospitality venue puts ticket holders directly adjacent to the team benches. It includes rows of leather field seats, a private indoor climate-controlled lounge, all-inclusive culinary stations, and private full service bars.

Specialty Food

• Queen City Smash
  (Section 101) A smash burger focused stand featuring Carolina-inspired burgers, smash burger egg rolls and waffle fries. Highlights include the Carolina Smash Burger with smoked beef chili and slaw, and the Jalapeño Smash Burger with pimento cheese and hot honey; a veggie burger is also available.
• Bojangles / Burger & Bojangles
  (Sections 105, 128, 505, 516, 543) The Charlotte-born Southern chicken and biscuit chain serves 4 piece Chicken Supremes boxes, seasoned fries and Legendary Sweet Tea at its stadium counters. Sections 128 and 516 also offer double cheeseburgers, while Section 128 adds a single cheeseburger option.
• Duke’s Sauce Shack
  (Section 107) A sandwich and salad stand built around Duke’s mayonnaise and Southern deli flavors. Noteworthy choices include the Carolina Cuban with pulled pork, ham, swiss and pickles, the Chicken Salad Club with bacon, a classic BLT, an Italian Grinder and Italian Chopped Salad.
• Carolina Coop
  (Section 109) A chicken focused stop serving Buffalo chicken egg rolls, crispy and grilled chicken sandwiches, and bone in wings in Buffalo, Barbalo, dry-rub and lemon-pepper varieties. Boneless Buffalo wings and waffle fries are also available.
• Carolina BBQ
  (Sections 116, 136, 511, 520, 528, 538, 549) A barbecue stand serving pulled pork and pulled chicken sandwiches, barbecue nachos, premium loaded nachos and mac & cheese. Section 116 also features the Masked Bandit sandwich with chopped smoked brisket, cheddar, vinegar slaw and bourbon barbecue sauce.
• Spudz
  (Section 118) A loaded fries and nachos stand that gives familiar stadium snacks a more substantial twist. Choose Hawaiian barbecue pork or taco seasoned beef over fries or wonton chips, or try truffle fries with Parmesan aioli and Parmesan cheese.
• Carolina BBQ Nachos
  (Section 126) A specialty nacho stand combining barbecue meats with queso, fresh toppings and tortilla chips. Highlights include al pastor pork nachos with pineapple pico, Cheerwine barbecue chicken nachos and Tex-Mex ground beef nachos, with chips, salsa and guacamole as additional options.
• Piedmont Pit — North and South Club Lounges
  (Sections 314, 342) A barbecue focused concept on the Club level, offering Carolina-style pulled pork sandwiches, pork mac & cheese and barbecue platters. Noteworthy choices include the Masked Bandit brisket sandwich, Cheerwine-glazed jalapeño-cheddar sausage and warm pork rinds.
• North & South Club Lounge Concessions
  (Sections 318, 346) Club level grill and wings stands with a shared core menu of smash burger baskets, boneless wing baskets, carne asada waffle fries and veggie burgers. Both offer al pastor pork, Cheerwine barbecue chicken and Tex-Mex beef nachos; South also lists an à-la-carte smash burger and extra topping options.
• Panthers Den & Red Zone Concessions
  (Sections 325, 335) Matching Club level concession stands that combine Bojangles favorites with specialty hot dogs and stadium snacks. Highlights include Chicken Supremes, seasoned fries, Legendary Sweet Tea, premium footlong hot dogs and the Tex-Mex Dog with queso, pico and avocado crema, plus Bavarian pretzels and bottomless popcorn.

Stadium Classics

• Fan Favorites
  (Sections 112, 125, 132, 140, 515, 522) An all purpose stadium snack stand serving hot dogs, Bavarian pretzels, bottomless popcorn, nachos with cheese, candy and roasted peanuts. Sections 112, 132 and 515 add bratwurst and veggie dogs, while Sections 125, 140 and 522 feature the Carolina Dog with smoked beef chili, slaw, mustard and onions.
• Marco’s Pizza
  (Sections 117, 137) The pizza chain counters serve cheese and pepperoni pizzas for a straightforward gameday meal. Both locations also carry three packs of Krispy Kreme doughnuts and roasted peanuts.
• Burgers, Fries & Wings
  (Section 501) An upper concourse grill and wings stand offering double cheeseburgers, boneless Buffalo chicken wings and French fries. Roasted peanuts are available for a smaller snack.
• Hot Dogs, Pretzels & Popcorn
  (Sections 506, 507, 530, 535, 545, 550) Traditional stadium snack stands sharing a menu of hot dogs, giant soft pretzels and bottomless popcorn. Nachos and roasted peanuts provide additional gameday staples.
• Burgers & Fries
  (Sections 527, 540) Upper concourse burger stands centered on a familiar burger and fries meal. Section 527 offers double cheeseburgers and French fries.
• Sandwiches & Craft Beer
  (Section 528) A combined sandwich and beer counter on the upper concourse, convenient for picking up a meal and a drink together. Selections vary.
• Pizza
  (Sections 534, 551) Two upper concourse pizza counters provide a simple meal option for fans seated nearby.
• Pretzels
  (Section 536) A dedicated upper concourse pretzel counter for a quick snack between plays.
• Hot Dog & Bratwurst
  (Section 542) A traditional sausage stand on the upper concourse, serving bratwurst and hot dogs. Bottomless popcorn, giant soft pretzels and roasted peanuts round out the menu.

Dessert

• Bojangles Counters
  (Sections 105, 128, 325, 335) The Bojangles counters offer Bo-Berry cookies, a sugar cookie with blueberries.
• Fan Favorites
  (Sections 112, 125, 132, 140, 515, 522) These stadium snack stands provide a candy stop, with M&M’s, Skittles and Sour Patch candy as well as Cotton Candy.
• Marco’s Pizza
  (Sections 117, 137) The Marco’s Pizza counters double as a doughnut stop, with three-packs of Krispy Kreme doughnuts available alongside the pizza menu.
• Krispy Kreme
  (Section 320) A dedicated Krispy Kreme doughnut counter on the Club level.

Craft Beer

Wicked Weed, the Asheville brewery owned by Anheuser-Busch, is the main craft brewery represented around the stadium. Its Pernicious IPA is widely available, including at numerous food stands. The dedicated beer stops below offer additional places to explore the stadium’s beer selection.

• Draft Craft Beer & Craft Beer Bars
  (Sections 102, 517, 530, 544) Dedicated craft beer counters on the lower and upper concourses.
• Miller Lite
  (Section 115) A branded beverage bar with a broader beer selection than its name suggests. Choices include Terrapin Hopsecutioner IPA and Blue Moon alongside Miller Lite and Coors Light.
• Taproom
  (Sections 120, 122) A pair of lower concourse taproom bars offering additional places to stop for a beer.
• Sandwiches & Craft Beer
  (Section 528) A combined sandwich and craft beer counter on the upper concourse, convenient for picking up a meal and a beer together.

Cocktails & Liquor

• Miller Lite
  (Section 115) A beverage bar serving beer, wine and mixed drinks. Cocktail highlights include the Blue Margarita and White Strawberry Margarita, with souvenir cocktails and double pour options also available.
• Taproom
  (Sections 120, 122) A pair of lower concourse bars for beer and mixed drinks. Cocktail selections may vary by location.
• Lower-Concourse Bars — Bar & Cerveza Modelo Bar
  (Sections 130, 136) Two lower concourse bar locations: the Bar near Sections 130–131 and Cerveza Modelo Bar near Sections 136–137. Drink selections vary by location.
• Club-Level Lounge Bars
  (Sections 308, 314, 325, 335, 342, 350) Full service bars on the Club level serve the Locker Room, North Club Lounge, Panthers Den, Red Zone, South Club Lounge and Press Box Lounge areas. These provide lounge settings for a drink; selections vary and Club level access is required.
• Premium Cocktails
  (Sections 511, 525, 532, 538, 545) Upper concourse cocktail counters providing convenient stops for mixed drinks. The cocktail selection varies by location.
• VIZZY Hard Seltzer
  (Section 518) A branded hard seltzer counter offering an alternative to beer and mixed drinks. Look for the VIZZY stand on the upper concourse.
• Beverages
  (Near Section 519) An additional upper-concourse beverage counter, convenient for fans seated in the surrounding sections. Selection varies.

Wine

• Miller Lite
  (Section 115) A beverage bar with a wine selection spanning Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, rosé and sparkling wine. Beer and cocktails are available at the same counter.

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