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Lucas Oil Stadium

Indianapolis · Home of 🏈 Indianapolis Colts

⚡ Quick answers

Who plays at Lucas Oil Stadium?
Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis is home to the Indianapolis Colts (NFL).
What is the closest airport to Lucas Oil Stadium?
Indianapolis (IND) is the closest major airport, about 10 miles (16 km) from Lucas Oil Stadium — roughly 14 min by car depending on traffic.
How much is parking at Lucas Oil Stadium?
Game-day parking starts around $25–40 USD. A handful of free, first-come first-served street spaces exist on the 100 block of W. Merrill St. and the 600-800 blocks of Russell Ave., plus a state DOA lot at 601 W. M…
How much is a beer at Lucas Oil Stadium?
A standard beer is estimated at about $8.46 USD (16 oz), 2026; we couldn't confirm it on a menu. A regular hot dog is about $6.25 USD (estimate). Prices vary by stand and size and may change.
How do you get to Lucas Oil Stadium without a car?
Lucas Oil Stadium sits directly in downtown Indianapolis, within walking distance of hotels, bars, and restaurants - explicitly marketed as one of the most walkable NFL stadium locations.
Where are the best seats at Lucas Oil Stadium?
Lower sidelines (100s) in the loud domed stadium; upper 600s cheap. Sit lower. Downtown, climate-controlled, great sightlines.
What is the bag policy at Lucas Oil Stadium?
Clear bags only under the NFL policy (standard size is 12×6×12 in. or a one-gallon freezer bag, plus a 4.5×6.5 in. clutch); no backpacks or large purses. No outside food or drinks, except approved medical or dietary needs. No bottles or cans; empty reusable bottles aren't clearly allowed.
Is Lucas Oil Stadium wheelchair accessible?
Accessible seats have a 'W' after the row (e.g. Row 5W); use Ticketmaster's accessible filter and say what you need when buying, or call the Ticket Office on Fridays (317-262-3389). Accessible parking is first-come, first-served, and drop-off is at the southwest pull-through off Missouri St or on Capitol Ave by the Colts Pro Shop. All entrances and levels are reachable by ramps, elevators and escalators. Ask Guest Services for wheelchair help; event-day ADA moves are at the ticket windows near Section 118 (scan your ticket first).
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✈️🚗 Getting to Lucas Oil Stadium

Nearest major airport: Indianapolis (IND) — about 10 mi / 14 min away.

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🏟️ Fan guide

Best seats

Lower sidelines (100s) in the loud domed stadium; upper 600s cheap. Sit lower. Downtown, climate-controlled, great sightlines.

Parking

Downtown garages/lots around the stadium; very walkable compact downtown. Easy in/out. ($25–40 USD)

Getting there

No rail — walk from anywhere in downtown Indianapolis (central) or the lots. Indoor comfort.

Bar scene

Georgia Street and downtown Indy right by the stadium have bars; Mass Ave is a short walk. Very walkable.

Pre-game bars

  • Georgia Street bars — By the stadium downtown.
  • Mass Ave — Indy's best strip, short walk.

Concession prices (USD, approx)

  • Standard beer (16 oz), 2026, estimate$8.46
  • Hot dog (estimate)$6.25
  • 💸 Deal: Value Meal combo (hot dog + popcorn + soda) offered across many sections.
  • Pork tenderloin$11

Prices vary by stand and size and may change.

Insider tips

  • Everything downtown is walkable
  • Mass Ave for after

♿ Accessibility at Lucas Oil Stadium

Accessible seats have a 'W' after the row (e.g. Row 5W); use Ticketmaster's accessible filter and say what you need when buying, or call the Ticket Office on Fridays (317-262-3389). Accessible parking is first-come, first-served, and drop-off is at the southwest pull-through off Missouri St or on Capitol Ave by the Colts Pro Shop. All entrances and levels are reachable by ramps, elevators and escalators. Ask Guest Services for wheelchair help; event-day ADA moves are at the ticket windows near Section 118 (scan your ticket first).

Sensory-friendly
KultureCity sensory-inclusive certified. Certified sensory inclusive: sensory kits (headphones, fidget tools, cue cards, weighted lap pads) at any Guest Services kiosk, and a sensory/quiet room in the southwest corner of Street Level.
Hearing
Assistive listening devices at all major events from the Guest Services kiosk near Section 121 or any kiosk. Captioning boards in the northeast and southwest corners.
ASL interpreters
Give at least 2 weeks' notice; call Guest Services at 317-262-8600 to arrange it.
Service animals
Service animals welcome. No relief area named; no re-entry.

🎒 Can I bring it? Bag & food policy

Bags (clear-bag policy)
Clear bags only under the NFL policy (standard size is 12×6×12 in. or a one-gallon freezer bag, plus a 4.5×6.5 in. clutch); no backpacks or large purses.
Bag check
No bag storage—take non-compliant bags back to your car; compact strollers can be checked at Guest Services.
Outside food
No outside food or drinks, except approved medical or dietary needs.
Water bottles
No bottles or cans; empty reusable bottles aren't clearly allowed.
Refill stations
Filling stations on every level (e.g. Street Level near Sections 116 and 143) plus fountains throughout.
Re-entry
No re-entry.

Not allowed & exceptions

  • Medical bags and breast pumps exempt (screened)
  • Diaper bags must be clear
  • Video cameras; lenses over 6 in.
  • Selfie sticks and poles
  • Noisemakers, beach balls, drones

⚠️ Check before you go: The stadium has bottle filling stations, but the Colts A-Z guide says bottles are prohibited and doesn't clearly allow empty ones. Assume no bottles unless staff confirm.

From the venue's official guest guide, checked 2026-10. Rules can change by event. Official policy ↗

🧳 Visiting Lucas Oil Stadium as an away fan

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