Bank of America Stadium stadium information: Home of the Carolina Panthers in NFL. Located in Charlotte, NC with a capacity of 75,523 seats. The stadium has open air and faces 75 degrees. Built in 1996.
For a day game at Bank of America Stadium, the first base side falls into shade first. The coolest seats are on that side, in the back rows under the upper-deck overhang, and in any fully covered or club-level sections. Evening games leave most of the park shaded by first pitch. See how we calculate this.
At a glance: pick a game time
Sun: W · 24° above the horizon
Shaded (0)
Light sun (27)
Moderate sun (19)
Full sun (14)
Seating layout is approximate — the shaded vs sunny side is accurate, but individual section details are modeled, not from this park’s real seating map.
Overview
Bank of America Stadium in Uptown Charlotte combines modern amenities with southern hospitality. The open-air design creates an intimate atmosphere despite being one of the NFL's larger venues.
Stadium Highlights
Downtown Charlotte location
Renovated with state-of-the-art video boards
Home of Keep Pounding tradition
Hosts college football championship games
Unique Features
Distinctive blue seats throughout
Six-story escalator system
Panther statues at entrances
Views of Charlotte skyline
Shade & Sun Protection Guide
Best Shaded Sections by Time
Morning Games
West sideline sections 331-345
Club level west side
Upper deck west
Afternoon Games
East sideline gets shade after 2 PM
Sections 301-315
Upper deck east
Evening Games
Most seating shaded by 4 PM
Lower bowl in shade
End zones shaded
Shade Tips
Stadium runs north-south
West side best for early games
East side better for late afternoon
Upper deck provides minimal overhang protection
Monthly Weather Patterns
September
81°F 70% 35% rain
Hot and humid
Seek shade on west side
October
69°F 65% 30% rain
Pleasant fall weather
Comfortable in most sections
November
58°F 65% 30% rain
Cool and crisp
Sun provides warmth
December
48°F 65% 35% rain
Chilly, possible rain
Dress in layers
January
43°F 65% 35% rain
Cold for Carolina
Bundle up regardless
Seating Guide
Premium Seating Options
Club Levels
Silver Club
Sideline club level
All-inclusive F&B
Padded seats
Private entrance
Black Club
End zone club
Field views
Premium dining
VIP parking
Seating Tips
Lower bowl sidelines
Best views of action
experience
Club level
Weather protection and amenities
value
Upper deck sidelines
Full field view at lower cost
value
Lower corners
Great angles close to field
experience
Budget-Friendly Options
Upper deck corners 501-508, 545-552
Upper end zones
Standing room
Food & Drink
Signature Items
BBQ nachos
Pulled pork sandwiches
Bojangles chicken
Cheerwine
Local Favorites
Bojangles
Carolina BBQ
Local craft beers
Sweet tea
Beer & Beverages
Bud Light
Miller Lite
Local craft selection
Yuengling
Local breweries: NoDa Brewing, Olde Mecklenburg, Birdsong, Triple C