Home to the Philadelphia Eagles football team, Lincoln Financial Field is a hotspot in this bustling city.
It is a must-see sight when visiting Philadelphia, whether you’re going to see a game, an event, or just get some insight into where the Eagles train and play.
This guide will walk you through everything you need to know about the iconic stadium.
About Lincoln Financial Field
Construction for Lincoln Financial Field started in 2001 and is a stadium considered to be the successor to Veterans Field.
It was created as a football-specific stadium, located in Philadelphia’s largest sports precinct. It is neighboured by an indoor arena and a recently built baseball stadium.
This stadium was built to create a separate space for football, rather than combine the space with baseball, due to restrictions two sports in one stadium posed. It opened on August 3, 2003, after two years of construction.
Including expenses for renovations made in 2013, the total cost of Lincoln Financial Field was approximately $637 million.
It continues to be operated by the NFL’s Philadelphia Eagles, who currently rank ninth in Peter King’s NFL Power Rankings.
Notable Events
August 3, 2003 – Lincoln Financial Field hosted its first ticketed event, a soccer match between Manchester United and FC Barcelona.
August 22, 2003 – The Philadelphia Eagles hosted the New England Patriots in the first pre-season football game at Lincoln Financial Field.
September 8, 2003 – The Eagles and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers competed on Monday Night Football in the first regular-season NFL game at Lincoln Financial Field. The Buccaneers defeated the Eagles 17–0, the same as they did in the Eagles’ final game in Veterans Stadium, 27–10.
January 23, 2005 – In the team’s fourth consecutive NFC Championship Game appearance, the Philadelphia Eagles defeated the Atlanta Falcons 27–10. The win sent the Eagles to Super Bowl XXXIX in Jacksonville, Florida.
September 23, 2007 – During their 75th Anniversary, the Eagles set multiple team records in a 56–21 victory over the Detroit Lions – the second-most points in team history.
May 29, 2010 – The United States National Soccer Team won their match 2-1 against Turkey in the last game of the 2010 World Cup Send Off Series
September 12, 2010 – the Eagles honored the 50th Anniversary of their last NFL Championship as they wore replicas of the 1960 uniforms in a 27-20 loss to the Green Bay Packers.
Playoffs
January 11, 2004 – NFC Divisional Playoff, 20-17 win against the Green Bay Packers.
January 18, 2004 – NFC Championship, 14-3 loss against the Carolina Panthers.
January 16, 2005 – NFC Divisional Playoff, 27-14 win against the Minnesota Vikings.
January 23, 2005 – NFC Championship, 27-10 win against the Atlanta Falcons.
January 7, 2007 – NFC Wild Card Game, 23-20 win against the New York Giants.
January 9, 2011 – NFC Wild Card Game, 21-16 loss against the Green Bay Packers.
How Many Seats Are In Lincoln Financial Field?
Lincoln Financial Stadium has a seating capacity of 68,532, including 172 skyboxes and 11,000 business seats. Its overall capacity, with standing room only tickets, is 69,144.
How Do You Get To Lincoln Financial Field?
In terms of public transportation, these are the best ways to get to the Lincoln Financial Field, depending on where you are:
From Center City, North Philadelphia, or South
From Center City, North Philadelphia, or South Philadelphia – Take the SEPTA Broad Street Subway Line south to Pattison Avenue. As a South Philadelphia alternative, take the Route 4 bus southbound to Broad Street.
From West Philadelphia – Take the Market-Frankford Line east to 15th Street Station and transfer to the Broad Street Line southbound to Pattison Avenue.
From Suburbs – Take the Regional Rail train to Suburban Station (16th & JFK), walk through the concourse to City Hall Station, and transfer to the Broad Street Line southbound to Pattison Avenue.
From Nearby Western Suburbs – Take a suburban bus or trolley route to the 69th Street Terminal, transfer to the eastbound Market-Frankford, ride to the 15th Street Station, and transfer to the Broad Street Line southbound to Pattison Avenue.
The stadium also offers the SEPTA line for sports fans, starting at Lindenwood, NJ, that brings you to Pattison Avenue. This service also runs after the game’s end and will replace the subway line if any game continues after midnight.
Where Do I Park When Visiting Lincoln Financial Field?
At Lincoln Financial Field, there are 38 small surface parking lots to choose from at the stadium. During games, it costs $40 to park your car and $80 for oversized vehicles.
About a third of the parking lots are designated for tailgating during games. The lots that allow tailgating are pink, blue, and yellow, while tailgating is prohibited in red lots.
Tailgating lots become available five hours before the start of the game, and grills and alcohol are allowed in these approved lots.
Disabled parking is also available on request with a disabled hang tag or license plate. Attendants will provide you with accessible parking.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can You Bring Drinks Into Lincoln Financial Field?
Bottles, cans, or beverage containers of any kind are not allowed into Lincoln Financial Field.
Can You Take Food Into Lincoln Financial Field?
You are allowed to bring your own food into Lincoln Financial Field. However, it must be wrapped in clear plastic or kept in a transparent freezer bag.
What Is The Clear Bag Policy?
The clear bag policy was implemented as a way of keeping fans and attendees safer, while also expediting entry into events.
This policy limits the size and type of bags allowed into venues, with some exceptions for medical or childcare needs.
What Kind Of Bag Can I Bring?
One large clear bag – either a one-gallon Ziploc style bag or the 12″ by 6″ by 12″ clear bag. The larger clear bag must be made of clear PVC vinyl and is easily searched.
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