State Farm Stadium
Glendale · Home of 🏈 Arizona Cardinals
⚡ Quick answers
- Who plays at State Farm Stadium?
- State Farm Stadium in Glendale is home to the Arizona Cardinals (NFL).
- What is the closest airport to State Farm Stadium?
- Phoenix Sky Harbor (PHX) is the closest major airport, about 20 miles (32 km) from State Farm Stadium — roughly 29 min by car depending on traffic.
- How much is parking at State Farm Stadium?
- Game-day parking starts around $20 USD. A real, confirmed free option: Westgate Entertainment District offers free parking every day of the year, including Cardinals game days, and sits only a few hundred feet…
- How much is a beer at State Farm Stadium?
- A standard beer is estimated at about $8.59 USD (16 oz), 2026; we couldn't confirm it on a menu. A regular hot dog is about $5.15 USD (estimate). Prices vary by stand and size and may change.
- How do you get to State Farm Stadium without a car?
- Valley Metro Light Rail does not reach State Farm Stadium directly; the closest connection is Desert Sky Transit Center (79th Ave. & McDowell Rd.), from which a game-day shuttle runs specifically on Cardinals home-game days (fare ~$2 one-wa…
- Where are the best seats at State Farm Stadium?
- Lower sidelines (100s) are pricey; upper corners (400s) are the value with the retractable roof/field spectacle. Club level is comfortable in the heat.
- What is the bag policy at State Farm Stadium?
- Clear bags up to 12×6×12 in. (clear backpacks OK), plus a 4.5×6.5 in. clutch. No outside food, except for children under two. One factory-sealed 16.9 oz (500 mL) plain water bottle per guest.
- Is State Farm Stadium wheelchair accessible?
- Accessible seats are on all levels with up to 3 companion seats in the same row; buy on SeatGeek with the 'Accessible' filter (labeled WC + section) or call the Box Office (602-379-0102). ADA parking is at Sportsman's Park with a placard, and free carts run to the security checkpoints (from 3 hours before Cardinals games). Elevators at Gates 1, 2 and 3 reach every level. Ask Security or Guest Services for a free wheelchair escort between the gate and your seat.
✈️🚗 Getting to State Farm Stadium
Nearest major airport: Phoenix Sky Harbor (PHX) — about 20 mi / 29 min away.
🏟️ Fan guide
Best seats
Lower sidelines (100s) are pricey; upper corners (400s) are the value with the retractable roof/field spectacle. Club level is comfortable in the heat.
Parking
Huge lots around the stadium in the Westgate district (west valley); tailgating is big. No transit — drive. ($40–60 USD)
Getting there
No rail — drive to Glendale/Westgate. Budget time on the 101.
Bar scene
Westgate Entertainment District right by the stadium is a purpose-built bar/restaurant zone — the pre-game hub. Tailgating in the lots too.
Pre-game bars
- Westgate Entertainment District — Bars/restaurants right by the stadium.
- Lot tailgates — Classic Cardinals pre-game.
Concession prices (USD, approx)
- Standard beer (16 oz), 2026, estimate$8.59
- Hot dog (estimate)$5.15
- 💸 Deal: Hot dog (value/cheapism single-item average)
- Sonoran dog$10
- Nachos$14
Prices vary by stand and size and may change.
Insider tips
- Drive to Westgate
- Roof + AC means comfortable even in heat
♿ Accessibility at State Farm Stadium
Accessible seats are on all levels with up to 3 companion seats in the same row; buy on SeatGeek with the 'Accessible' filter (labeled WC + section) or call the Box Office (602-379-0102). ADA parking is at Sportsman's Park with a placard, and free carts run to the security checkpoints (from 3 hours before Cardinals games). Elevators at Gates 1, 2 and 3 reach every level. Ask Security or Guest Services for a free wheelchair escort between the gate and your seat.
- Sensory-friendly
- Sensory Room on the Main Concourse near Section 104 (by Guest Services), with sensory bags available.
- Hearing
- Open captions below the video boards at Cardinals games, and captioning smartphones at Guest Services (Gate 1). Assistive listening devices aren't mentioned on current pages.
- ASL interpreters
- Request through Guest Services, ideally at least 30 days ahead; not guaranteed.
- Service animals
- Guide, signal and documented service animals; no pets. Ask the nearest Guest Services booth for the relief area.
🎒 Can I bring it? Bag & food policy
- Bags (clear-bag policy)
- Clear bags up to 12×6×12 in. (clear backpacks OK), plus a 4.5×6.5 in. clutch.
- Bag check
- Bag Check on the East and West sides of the stadium (cost not published).
- Outside food
- No outside food, except for children under two.
- Water bottles
- One factory-sealed 16.9 oz (500 mL) plain water bottle per guest.
- Refill stations
- Free hydration stations outside security and water stations inside.
- Re-entry
- No re-entry.
Not allowed & exceptions
- Diaper bags (put supplies in a clear bag)
- Umbrellas over 12 in.
- Large strollers and wagons
- Seat cushions with zippers
- Signs over 3×2 ft
From the venue's official guest guide, checked 2026-10. Rules can change by event. Official policy ↗
🧳 Visiting State Farm Stadium as an away fan
The next visiting teams, and the airport you'd fly into: Phoenix Sky Harbor (PHX) (PHX). Each link has that team's full road-trip guide.
- Sun, Oct 25Denver Broncos at Cardinals NFL
- Sun, Nov 15Los Angeles Rams at Cardinals NFL
- Sun, Nov 29Washington Commanders at Cardinals NFL
- Sun, Dec 6Philadelphia Eagles at Cardinals NFL
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