Empower Field at Mile High

Driving & Parking

• Driving
  From I-25, take Exit 210B (Colfax Avenue) and head west, or take Exit 209A (Federal Boulevard) and head north. From I-70, take I-25 South to the Colfax exit. From downtown Denver, head west on Colfax Avenue or 17th Street. Gameday traffic on Federal Boulevard and Colfax builds 2-3 hours before kickoff.
• Parking
  The majority of the parking lots immediately surrounding the stadium are exclusively sold to season ticket holders. Though some are held back for non-season ticket holding fans they are very limited and require pre-purchase. The lots have relatively strict tailgating policies as well including no open flames. Off-site alternatives include Ball Arena, Auraria Campus, Denver Aquarium, and Riverside Church which are all walking distance to the stadium. For tailgate supplies, King Soopers (Kroger-owned, the dominant Denver chain) has multiple convenient locations. For beverages, Argonaut Wine & Liquor is a Denver institution and one of the largest liquor stores in the state with an incredible craft beer and spirit selection.

Public Transit

• RTD Light Rail
  The Empower Field Light Rail Station drops fans off just east of the stadium with service from the E and W lines. Though further away the Decatur-Federal Station is a good alternative for fans trying to beat the crowds after the game. The E Line services the Southeast Corridor while the W Line services the West. Fans on the A, B/N Lines can transfer at Union Station while fans on the D and H Lines transfer to the E at I-25 & Broadway.

Rideshare

• The designated Rideshare Zone is east of the stadium in the Ball Arena and Auraria off-site parking lots near the Empower Stadium Mile High Light Rail station, though walking a few minutes in any direction should help alleviate congestion and some surge pricing

Denver's pregame scene benefits from the stadium's proximity to downtown, the LoHi (Lower Highlands) neighborhood, and the RiNo (River North Art District) area. The craft beer scene in Denver is among the best in America, and game-day bar hopping is part of the culture.

Pregame Bars & Restaurants

• The Original Brooklyn's
  A Denver neighborhood bar and restaurant on Sheridan Boulevard, not far from the stadium. They serve classic American bar fare — burgers, wings, and sandwiches — in a casual, unpretentious atmosphere. It's a reliable pregame stop for food and drinks close to the stadium.
• The Original Chubby's Denver
  A Denver institution on 38th Avenue serving massive, overstuffed Mexican-style green chile burritos that have been a local obsession for decades. The smothered breakfast burritos and green chili are legendary. This is the kind of place that defines a city's food culture — no-frills, enormous portions, and unforgettable flavor. About 10 minutes from the stadium.
• Snarf's Sandwiches
  A Denver-born sandwich chain known for their toasted hoagies and subs. Fresh bread baked daily, quality meats and cheeses, and generous portions. Multiple Denver locations make it convenient for a quick, satisfying pregame meal.
• Briar Common Brewery + Eatery
  A craft brewery and restaurant on West 44th Avenue in the Berkeley neighborhood. They brew creative beers and serve a solid food menu in a warm, inviting taproom. A quality pregame beer stop about 10 minutes from the stadium.
• Strange Craft Beer Company
  A Denver craft brewery on Zuni Street, close to the stadium, known for creative and sometimes experimental beers. The taproom has a laid-back atmosphere, and the proximity to the stadium makes it a natural pregame stop for craft beer fans.

• The Mile High Monument (Lot J)
  Located on the north side of the stadium, this outdoor museum is a meticulous 1/8th-scale mini-replica of the historic old Mile High Stadium. It preserves team history by featuring 176 salvaged original seats and a permanent bronze statue dedicated to the legendary superfan, "Barrel Man."
• Ring of Fame Plaza
  Located outside the south entrance, this plaza features individual bronze-and-steel pillars honoring 38 franchise titans including players, coaches and owners.
  • Interior Ring of Fame
    These individuals, such as John Elway, Terrell Davis, Shannon Sharpe, Champ Bailey, and Peyton Manning, are also honored inside on the stadium's 500 level facade
• Bucky the Bronco
  Standing high above the stadium rim, this iconic 27-foot-tall fiberglass horse has watched over franchise home games since 1975. Following a total restoration, Bucky was re-mounted at the apex of the expanded south scoreboard, cementing his place as a permanent skyline fixture.
• Thunder the Mascot
  Thunder, a live Arabian horse ridden by Ann Judge, leads the team onto the field and gallops the length of the field after every Broncos touchdown. This tradition has been a staple of home games since 1993.
• The Mile High Altitude
  At 5,280 feet, the thin air provides a measurable advantage for the home team. Field goals travel farther, long passes hang in the air longer, and visiting teams visibly tire in the fourth quarter. It's the Broncos' invisible 12th man.
• The Foot-Stomping Legacy
  A tradition brought over from the old Mile High Stadium, metal flooring was installed in the stadium bowl allowing fans to stomp their feet during big moments, a phenomenon known as the Mile High Thunder

• South Stands (Sections 100-112)
  The most passionate fan section, located in the south end zone lower bowl. The "In-com-plete!" chant that erupts after every opposing incomplete pass originated here.
• Upper Deck Mountain Views
  Sections 500-540 on the west side offer stunning views of the Rocky Mountains beyond the stadium rim
• Bud Light Champions Club
  Located in the north end zone this hospitality experience is highlighted by a large climate controlled luxury lounge and two custom designed bars. Guests can seamlessly transition from the interior lounge to an exclusive outdoor seating deck featuring 225 seats sheltered by a structural stadium overhang, providing exceptional, unobstructed views of the entire playing field.
• United Club
  The main premium club experience with padded seats, climate controlled lounges, premium food and beverage, and private restrooms.
• Breckenridge Bourbon Club
  A sprawling luxury club area located on the ground level (Level 0) on the East side of the stadium that pairs premium 100-level bowl seats with all-inclusive gourmet dining and custom local bourbon blends.
• Luxury Suites
  Over 100 suites across multiple levels with catering, private restrooms, and dedicated attendants.

Signature Items

Empower Field at Mile High features localized culinary vendors spotlighting some of Denver's most celebrated restaurant brands and regional staples:

• Atwater Grill (Section 100)
  In honor of Denver Broncos Ring of Fame safety Steve Atwater, this spot specializes in premium, quick serve smashburgers. Its signature item is "The Assassin Burger"—a nod to Atwater’s nickname—which can be paired with crispy curly fries tossed in a custom Coca-Cola barbecue sauce.
• Blue Pan Pizza (Section 127 & United Club)
  A local favorite bringing authentic, award winning Detroit-style pizza to the stadium. They serve up signature rectangular thick-crust slices known for their airy center and heavily caramelized, crispy cheese edges.
• GQue BBQ (Section 135 & United Club)
  As the stadium's exclusive championship barbecue partner, this local smokehouse chain crafts authentic wood-smoked meats. Fans line up for their smoked brisket sandwiches, pulled pork, and classic stadium sides.
• 505 Southwestern (Sections 110, 116, 128, 202, 507, 511, 531)
  Providing the stadium's signature regional green chili flavor profile. Their crowd pleaser is the 505 Southwestern Monster Nachos, alongside a variety of green-chili-smothered pork and cheese dishes.
• ChoLon (Section 103 & United Club)
  Helmed by renowned local Chef Lon Symensma, this station adapts his upscale downtown Southeast Asian menu for game day. The premier menu item features gourmet Wagyu beef meatballs topped with a rich red sauce and dollops of whipped ricotta.
• The Bagel Deli (Sections, 327, 527, 533)
  A family-owned Jewish deli that has been a Denver institution for nearly six decades. They serve up classic deli staples, highlighted by the "Mile High Madness"—a massive sandwich stacked with corned beef, pastrami, Swiss cheese, and sauerkraut on marble rye.
• Lucy’s Burger Bar (Sections 111, 202)
  Known for introducing Tennyson Street's famous Minnesota-style, cheese stuffed "Juicy Lucy" burgers to the stadium crowds, offering a perfectly molten core with every bite.
• TAG Burger Bar (Section 127)
  Part of a mini-food hall concept within the concourse. TAG Burger Bar serves up eccentric gourmet burgers like the "Tijuana Burger" (smothered in pork green chile).
• Barbed Wire Reef & Wild Taco (Sections 328, 524)
  The go-to spot for adventurous eaters looking for authentic wild game, serving up premium elk burgers, exotic sausages, and wild game tacos.
• Birdcall (Section 110)
  A popular Denver-born chain serving all-natural, premium crispy chicken sandwiches, chicken tenders, and innovative dipping sauces.

Value Items

• $5 Mile High Favs
  To ensure affordability for families and casual fans, the stadium features a dedicated value pricing program available at 18 concession stands throughout the venue. A selection of 12 traditional stadium favorites including standard hot dogs, nachos, popcorn, pretzels, hot chocolate, and bottled water are locked in at just $5 each

Drinks

Colorado craft beer is world class, and the stadium showcases it. Blue Moon (brewed in Denver), Great Divide, Odell, Left Hand, and New Belgium are prominently featured. Coors, brewed in nearby Golden, is the hometown macro beer. Standard domestics are everywhere. Note: alcohol hits harder at altitude, so pace yourself.