Reliant Stadium: A Visitor's Guide to Gates, Parking and Entry

What Reliant Stadium is and where to find it

Reliant Stadium is part of Reliant Park in Houston, Texas. The stadium's address is 8825 Kirby Drive, Houston, TX 77054, and the wider park's address is One Reliant Park, Houston, Texas 77054. SeatCommons lists events at the park for fans planning a visit.

The park sits within the Inner Loop of the southern portion of Interstate Loop 610, between Kirby Street and Fannin Street. The park's main phone number is 832-667-1400.

The Reliant Park site also includes Reliant Center at 8600 Kirby Drive and Reliant Arena. Each building has its own event gates, so check which facility your event is in before you travel.

Getting to Reliant Park by rail, bus and car

The METRORail Red Line stops right at Reliant Park. Riders should exit at the Reliant Park Station off Fannin and head to Gate 2 for entry.

For guests arriving from the airport, METRO's 500 IAH Express provides direct service between George Bush Intercontinental (IAH) and Downtown Houston, where riders transfer to the METRORail Red Line.

For more details on METRO service to Reliant Park, call 713-225-0119.

By car, the park is inside the Inner Loop of the southern portion of Interstate Loop 610, between Kirby Street and Fannin Street. Reliant Stadium events use Gate 9 at the corner of Kirby and Westridge.

Gates and stadium levels

Reliant Stadium events use Gate 9 at the corner of Kirby and Westridge, which also serves as the approach for the accessible Mobility Drop-Off Area at Blue Lot 19. Reliant Center events use Gate 10 at the corner of Kirby and McNee, and Reliant Arena events use Gate 9.

Inside the stadium, the main entrance gates are named for their corners: Kroger at the NE corner, Amegy Bank Gate at the SE corner, Ford Gate at the SW corner and Xfinity Gate at the NW corner. All main entrance gates are readily accessible using wheeled equipment.

Elevator lobbies are at the main entrances on all four corners, each with two accessible passenger elevators, plus an additional high-capacity elevator in the SE lobby serving all levels. VIP entrances on the east and west sides have four passenger elevators serving the Suites, Club and Press Box.

The stadium's concourse levels are numbered 100, 300 and 500. Guest Experience Booths on those levels are at sections 113, 133, 317, 345, 516 and 542. The Guest Experience Booth at Reliant Arena is at section 102.

The main Reliant Park Box Office is inside Bud Light Plaza on the south side of Reliant Stadium, and it is also the box office for Reliant Stadium events. For most Reliant Arena events the box office is outside the arena close to the Blue Lot, and for Reliant Center events box offices are inside the building close to the exhibit halls.

Food, drink and what you can bring in

Outside food and beverage is not permitted inside Reliant Park. Exceptions are made for medical reasons and children. Guests with valid dietary restrictions, such as food allergies, who must bring in outside food or beverage should email [email protected] in advance of the event.

Medically necessary items including breast pumps, medication, insulin and baby formula are permitted but must be checked during security screening on event days.

Reliant Park conforms to all Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission laws, including the section that prohibits public consumption of alcoholic beverages outside licensed areas on Sundays before 10:00 a.m. The official pages checked do not list specific concession stands or menus.

Accessibility services at Reliant Park

Accessible seating is available on all levels for all events at Reliant Stadium and Reliant Arena. ADA seating tickets are first come, first served and allow up to one companion ticket for every accessible ticket. Guests who need help relocating can visit the Guest Experience booth on the level of their tickets to swap tickets for ADA seating on a first come, first served basis.

Accessible parking spaces are available throughout Reliant Park on a first come, first served basis and are intended for vehicles with a proper state-issued placard or license plate in addition to the Reliant Park paid parking pass. Standard ADA spaces are in the Orange Lot at spaces 6, 8, 10 and 13; the Maroon Lot at 14 and 15; the Red Lot at 3 and 4; and the Blue Lot at 19.

The designated Mobility Drop-Off Area is at Blue Lot 19, entering Gate 9 at the corner of Kirby and Westridge, before the start of stadium events. Post-event mobility pick-up at the Blue Lot will not be available until vehicle traffic has cleared and parking lot egress is substantially complete, which may take up to 45 to 60 minutes after the event ends.

A dedicated Mobility Assistance team helps guests to and from their seats using Reliant Park wheelchairs, but this service is not available outside the ticket gates or in the parking lots. Golf carts on property are for employee operations only and are not equipped or rated for guest transportation. Manual and motorized wheelchairs, four-wheeled mobility scooters and other mobility aides used as mobility devices are permitted.

Reliant Arena has two platform lifts at Sections 102 and 104, staffed during events, serving the arena's accessible seating areas. Reliant Park also offers 100 percent accessible METRO service, and guests with disabilities can use METROLift paratransit.

Reliant Park has partnered with KultureCity to make the stadium and its events sensory inclusive. Sensory bags can be checked out with a valid ID at Guest Experience booths in Reliant Stadium at sections 113, 133, 319, 346, 517 and 543. The Sensory Room is near the elevators at section 133, across from the Guest Experience booth, and guests may use it for 15 minutes and request to stay longer if needed.

Reliant Park offers free access to Aira Explorer, an on-demand visual interpreting app. Assistive Listening Devices are available for stadium events and can be checked out with a valid ID at Guest Experience Booths. Guests are encouraged to submit ASL requests at least 14 days before the event.

Family restrooms on the Section 100 level are at 101, 112, 113, 117, 120, 121, 132, 133, 136 and 140; on the 300 level at 303, 316, 322, 325, 331, 344, 350 and 353; and on the 500 level at 504, 508, 511, 518, 524, 530, 534, 538, 544 and 550. A universal changing station is in the family restroom at section 133 of Reliant Stadium and in the family restroom near First Aid at Hall C of Reliant Center. A Nursing Mothers Room is accessible via the Guest Experience Booth at Section 133 on the Field Level (Level 100) concourse.

Emotional support animals are not permitted. Guide, signal and service animals are allowed, and Reliant Park reserves the right to relocate patrons with a service dog to the closest accessible seating area because of tight seating arrangements and egress issues.

Guests with accessibility questions or accommodation needs can call 832-667-1810 or email [email protected]. Last checked October 28, 2026.

Parking lots and drop-off

The Reliant Park parking lots listed are Maroon, Red, Orange, Yellow, Blue, Teal, Green, Purple and Tan. Parking is first come, first served and saving of spots is not permitted.

No overnight parking is permitted and there are no refunds on parking. Re-entry into the complex is subject to an additional parking fee, and a parking ticket is not valid for admission to an event. The Reliant Park complex is not responsible for theft or damage to vehicles or their contents.

For stadium events, the accessible Mobility Drop-Off Area is at Blue Lot 19, entering Gate 9 at the corner of Kirby and Westridge, before the event starts. If your vehicle has been relocated, call 832-667-1460 for assistance. The official pages checked do not publish rideshare zones, and they do not publish parking prices, so parking costs are not confirmed in the sources checked.

Bag policy, prohibited items and re-entry

Bag policies vary per event at Reliant Park. Backpacks and large bags that exceed 11 by 17 inches are not allowed. Necessary diaper bags and medical bags are subject to inspection before entry, and all bags are subject to search. Lockers and storage areas are not available for most events.

All Houston Texans games and NFL contracted events follow the NFL Clear Bag Policy. When a clear bag policy is in effect, permitted bags are one clear plastic, vinyl or PVC bag no larger than 12 by 6 by 12 inches, a one gallon clear plastic ziplock bag (or similar), or a small clutch purse no larger than 4.5 by 6.5 inches. An exception is made for medically necessary items after proper inspection, and guests should tell security staff about them before being scanned.

Prohibited items include all weapons and firearms, including all handguns; video recorders, audio recorders, professional camera equipment and photography lenses over 3 inches in length; sealed packages of any kind, bottles, cans, coolers and containers; and binocular cases and camera cases. The list is in no way exhaustive, and other items may be prohibited at the sole discretion of Reliant Stadium Management. All items allowed into Reliant Park facilities are subject to inspection.

Reliant Park facilities have a No Re-Entry Policy unless otherwise posted. Once you exit a facility, you will not be permitted to return.

Smoking and the use of electronic smoking devices are strictly prohibited inside the stadium and within 25 feet of all entrances and exits. Designated smoking areas are outside on the Service Level, on the Field Level terraces, and on the Club Level and Upper Level ramps.

All guests entering Reliant Park must wear a shirt and shoes. Reliant Stadium has a zero tolerance policy for dangerous, aggressive or violent actions by guests, and any guest acting in that manner will be immediately ejected. Certain areas are restricted and require an official credential or ticket.

Tailgating has its own rules. Music should be kept to a minimum, and golf carts, bikes and scooters are strictly prohibited during tailgating. Open flames are allowed but must be extinguished before entering Reliant Stadium, all tents and chairs must be put away before kickoff for safety, and large balloons are not permitted as decoration. Each valid parking receipt or hangtag is good for one 8 by 16 foot parking spot, and RVs must purchase a minimum of two spots and park in designated RV areas in each lot. Overnight parking is not allowed unless authorized by management. Tailgaters must have a fully charged fire extinguisher with a minimum rating of 2-A:10-B:C available at all times, and lighter fluid is strictly prohibited.

Gate and lot opening times

Gates to Reliant Stadium open 2 hours before kickoff for the Houston Texans and at the discretion of management for all other events. Parking lots open 4 hours before kickoff for the Houston Texans and at the discretion of management for all other events.

For any other event, the official event page is where door and start times are listed. The Reliant Park pages checked do not state start times for non-Texans events.

Check tickets

Browse events on SeatCommons to see events listed at Reliant Park. A valid ticket for the event is required for admittance to Reliant Park facilities unless otherwise indicated. The resale or attempted reselling of Reliant Park admission tickets on Reliant Park property is strictly prohibited.

Frequently asked questions

Where is Reliant Stadium?

Reliant Stadium is at 8825 Kirby Drive, Houston, TX 77054, inside Reliant Park. The park sits within the Inner Loop of the southern portion of Interstate Loop 610 between Kirby Street and Fannin Street.

Which gate do I use for a Reliant Stadium event?

Reliant Stadium events use Gate 9 at the corner of Kirby and Westridge. The stadium's main entrance gates are Kroger at the NE corner, Amegy Bank Gate at the SE corner, Ford Gate at the SW corner and Xfinity Gate at the NW corner.

Can I take the train to Reliant Park?

Yes. The METRORail Red Line stops right at Reliant Park. Riders exit at the Reliant Park Station off Fannin and head to Gate 2 for entry.

What is the bag policy at Reliant Stadium?

Bag policies vary per event. Backpacks and bags larger than 11 by 17 inches are not allowed, and all bags are subject to search. Houston Texans games and NFL contracted events follow the NFL Clear Bag Policy.

Is there accessible seating at Reliant Stadium?

Yes. Accessible seating is available on all levels for all events at Reliant Stadium and Reliant Arena. ADA seating tickets are first come, first served and allow up to one companion ticket for every accessible ticket.

Can I leave Reliant Stadium and come back in?

No. Reliant Park facilities have a No Re-Entry Policy unless otherwise posted, and once you exit a facility you will not be permitted to return.