Ford Field
Detroit · Home of 🏈 Detroit Lions
⚡ Quick answers
- Who plays at Ford Field?
- Ford Field in Detroit is home to the Detroit Lions (NFL).
- What is the closest airport to Ford Field?
- Detroit (DTW) is the closest major airport, about 23 miles (37 km) from Ford Field — roughly 33 min by car depending on traffic.
- How much is parking at Ford Field?
- Game-day parking starts around $40 USD. The Detroit People Mover is free to ride, with its Broadway St. station about a 7-minute walk from Ford Field, and the QLine streetcar (~$1.50 one-way) also serves stops…
- How much is a beer at Ford Field?
- A standard beer is estimated at about $7.44 USD (16 oz), 2026; we couldn't confirm it on a menu. Cheaper option: 'All-Day Deals in the Den' value beer at Streats of Detroit stands, 2026; size not stated. A regular hot dog is about $8.26 USD (estimate). Prices vary by stand and size and may change.
- How do you get to Ford Field without a car?
- The Detroit People Mover has a stop (Broadway) within a few blocks of Ford Field, and the QLine streetcar runs along Woodward Ave with stops near the stadium for about $1.50 one-way — both good options to avoid downtown parking.
- Where are the best seats at Ford Field?
- Lower sidelines (100s) in the loud domed stadium; upper 300s cheap. Sit lower for the Lions crowd. Downtown, climate-controlled.
- What is the bag policy at Ford Field?
- Clear bags up to 12×6×12 in. (or a one-gallon freezer bag), plus a 4.5×6.5 in. clutch. No outside food or drinks unless medically necessary with a medical pass. No water bottles.
- Is Ford Field wheelchair accessible?
- Wheelchair and companion seats are at the top of certain sections ('ADA' row on the ticket). To move seats in advance, email guest.services@lions.nfl.net at least a week ahead; on game day, fill out a form at Guest Services and exchange at the Gate A or Gate G windows. Accessible drop-off is near Brush St & Montcalm St outside Gates B and C, and accessible parking is first-come in Lot 4 and the Ford Field Parking Deck. Gates A, B, C, D and G have accessible security lanes, and wheelchairs take you from Guest Services to your seat and back.
✈️🚗 Getting to Ford Field
Nearest major airport: Detroit (DTW) — about 23 mi / 33 min away.
🏟️ Fan guide
Best seats
Lower sidelines (100s) in the loud domed stadium; upper 300s cheap. Sit lower for the Lions crowd. Downtown, climate-controlled.
Parking
District Detroit garages/lots around the stadium (by Comerica Park); walkable downtown. QLine/People Mover help. ($25–40 USD)
Getting there
QLine down Woodward or People Mover + walk; walkable from downtown Detroit. Indoor comfort.
Bar scene
The District Detroit and downtown around the stadium (and Comerica next door) have bars; Greektown is a short walk. Good and walkable.
Pre-game bars
- District Detroit spots — Around the stadium on Woodward.
- Greektown — Bars + casino, short walk.
Concession prices (USD, approx)
- Standard beer (16 oz), 2026, estimate$7.44
- 💸 Deal: 'All-Day Deals in the Den' value beer at Streats of Detroit stands, 2026; size not stated
- Hot dog (estimate)$8.26
- Coney dog$7
- Better Made chips$5
Prices vary by stand and size and may change.
Insider tips
- QLine down Woodward
- Enjoy the indoor comfort
♿ Accessibility at Ford Field
Wheelchair and companion seats are at the top of certain sections ('ADA' row on the ticket). To move seats in advance, email guest.services@lions.nfl.net at least a week ahead; on game day, fill out a form at Guest Services and exchange at the Gate A or Gate G windows. Accessible drop-off is near Brush St & Montcalm St outside Gates B and C, and accessible parking is first-come in Lot 4 and the Ford Field Parking Deck. Gates A, B, C, D and G have accessible security lanes, and wheelchairs take you from Guest Services to your seat and back.
- Sensory-friendly
- Sensory Room available through any Guest Services desk, or text 313-513-8398 on game days.
- Hearing
- Assistive listening devices at Guest Services (Gates A, B, C, E, G). Lions game captions in the Lions app or at detroitlions.com/closedcaption (tablets at Guest Services); for other events, email at least 3 weeks ahead.
- ASL interpreters
- After buying tickets, email guest.services@lions.nfl.net at least three weeks ahead.
- Service animals
- Trained service animals only; no emotional support animals. No relief area listed.
🎒 Can I bring it? Bag & food policy
- Bags (clear-bag policy)
- Clear bags up to 12×6×12 in. (or a one-gallon freezer bag), plus a 4.5×6.5 in. clutch.
- Bag check
- No bag check; items are never held at the gates.
- Outside food
- No outside food or drinks unless medically necessary with a medical pass.
- Water bottles
- No water bottles.
Not allowed & exceptions
- Diaper bags (infant bottles and formula go in a clear bag)
- Strollers and infant car seats
- Seat cushions and chairs
- Medical pass needed for other medical items—email 1 week ahead
- Cameras with lenses over 5 in.
⚠️ Check before you go: Ford Field's accessibility guide is dated November 2023; no newer version was found, so details may have changed.
From the venue's official guest guide, checked 2026-10. Rules can change by event. Official policy ↗
🧳 Visiting Ford Field as an away fan
The next visiting teams, and the airport you'd fly into: Detroit (DTW) (DTW). Each link has that team's full road-trip guide.
- Sun, Oct 25Green Bay Packers at Lions NFL
- Sun, Nov 1Minnesota Vikings at Lions NFL
- Sun, Nov 22Tampa Bay Buccaneers at Lions NFL
- Thu, Nov 26Chicago Bears at Lions NFL
- Sun, Dec 13Tennessee Titans at Lions NFL
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