Gillette Stadium

Before heading to Gillette Stadium, guests should review the venue's policies to plan ahead and ensure a smooth experience.

• Re-Entry & Smoking: Gillette Stadium enforces a no re-entry policy and is smoke-free. Smoking is prohibited in all areas, including cigarettes, vaping devices, and electronic cigarettes.³
• Payment Options: Gillette Stadium is cashless. Credit or debit cards, as well as mobile pay, are accepted. There are cash-to-card stations located throughout the venue that allow guests to turn cash into prepaid cards.³
• Prohibited Items: Outside food and beverages, noisemakers or bullhorns, and weapons of any kind are not allowed inside Gillette Stadium. Check the official A-Z guide for the complete list of prohibited items.³
• Age Restrictions: Gillette Stadium welcomes fans of all ages. For Patriots games, guests of all ages require a ticket. For Revolution matches, guests aged two and under do not require a ticket.³

For the most up-to-date guidance and information on regulations (including bag policies), check the official Gillette Stadium A-Z guide.

Home to a variety of sports and entertainment venues, Foxborough and the greater New England area offer a mix of dining, nightlife, and cultural attractions. The region is a lively year-round destination for concerts, sporting events and performances:

• Xfinity Center: The Xfinity Center is a popular outdoor amphitheater that hosts major summer concerts and touring artists, with a capacity of approximately 19,900.⁶
• TD Garden: TD Garden is home to the Boston Celtics and Boston Bruins. The arena also hosts concerts, family shows, and major sporting events with a capacity of around 19,500.⁷
• Leader Bank Pavilion: The Leader Bank Pavilion is a waterfront venue in Boston known for hosting seasonal concerts and live performances, offering an intimate setting with a capacity of about 5,000.⁸

Gillette Stadium offers extensive on-site parking, with large general parking lots surrounding the venue, making it convenient for guests arriving by car. The stadium is also located near public transportation options, providing additional accessibility for visitors.

Public Transportation: The stadium is accessible via the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) Commuter Rail, which offers special-event service to Foxboro Station, adjacent to the venue.⁴

Driving: Gillette Stadium is located at 1 Patriot Place, Foxborough, MA 02035, just off Route 1. Multiple designated parking options are available, including general, pre-paid, and accessible lots. Nearby parking areas include:

• Gillette Stadium Lot 22
• Gillette Stadium Lot 23

Gillette Stadium offers a wide variety of food and beverage options to suit every fan. Standard concessions feature classic stadium fare alongside New England favorites such as clam chowder, lobster rolls, and grab-and-go snacks. Guests 21 and older can enjoy beer, wine, and cocktails at select locations.

The stadium is directly connected to Patriot Place, a large dining and entertainment complex with restaurants and bars. This provides additional food options before and after events, offering a unique, extended game-day experience beyond the venue itself.⁵

Altogether, the combination of in-stadium concessions and nearby Patriot Place makes it easy for guests to find food and beverages that suit their preferences throughout their visit.

Gillette Stadium opened in 2002 in Foxborough, Massachusetts, as the home of the New England Patriots of the NFL and the New England Revolution of MLS. With a seating capacity of over 64,000, it quickly became one of the region’s premier sports and entertainment venues.¹

Since then, the stadium has hosted Patriots home games, Revolution matches, and other major sporting events, including international soccer exhibitions and the NHL Winter Classic in 2016. These events draw sports fans from across the entire New England region.

The stadium has undergone multiple renovation phases, including upgrades to seating, premium spaces, and large-scale video boards. Ongoing enhancements to fan amenities continue to help maintain its status as a leading multi-event facility.⁹