Northwest Stadium stadium information: Home of the Washington Commanders in NFL. Located in Landover, MD with a capacity of 67,617 seats. The stadium has open air and faces 58 degrees. Built in 1997.
For a day game at Northwest 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 · 22° above the horizon
Shaded (0)
Light sun (30)
Moderate sun (20)
Full sun (10)
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
Stadium in Landover, Maryland serving the Washington D.C. area. Recently rebranded with the Commanders name change and undergoing cultural transformation.
Stadium Highlights
Serves the nation's capital region
Recent rebrand to Commanders
Large capacity stadium
Metro accessible from D.C.
Unique Features
Club level rings entire stadium
Dream Seats behind benches
Multiple party decks
D.C. skyline views from upper deck
Shade & Sun Protection Guide
Best Shaded Sections by Time
Morning Games
West sideline
Visitors side
Afternoon Games
Upper deck west side
Club level west
Evening Games
Most sections shaded by 4pm
Shade Tips
Open-air stadium with no roof
Upper deck provides shade to some lower sections
September games can be very hot
West side best for afternoon games
Monthly Weather Patterns
September
75°F 70% 30% rain
Warm and humid
West side recommended
October
63°F 65% 30% rain
Pleasant fall weather
Comfortable conditions
November
52°F 65% 30% rain
Cool autumn days
Layer clothing
December
42°F 65% 30% rain
Cold weather
Bundle up
January
36°F 60% 30% rain
Winter cold
Dress warmly
Seating Guide
Premium Seating Options
Club Levels
Club Level
Club tickets
All-inclusive options
Wider seats
Private entrances
Dream Seats
Premium tickets
Field level behind benches
Premium service
Seating Tips
Club level
Best amenities and views
experience
Upper deck west
Good value with shade
value
Dream Seats
Closest to action
experience
Lower bowl corners
Decent views, fair price
value
Budget-Friendly Options
Upper deck corners
End zone upper level
Food & Drink
Signature Items
D.C. half-smoke
Chesapeake crab items
Mumbo sauce
Local Favorites
Ben's Chili Bowl
Maryland crab
Virginia ham
D.C. favorites
Beer & Beverages
Local craft beers
Bud Light
Miller Lite
Local breweries: DC Brau, Port City, Flying Dog
Getting There
Address
1600 Northwest Stadium Drive, Landover, MD 20785
Parking Options
Stadium Lots
Distance: AdjacentPrice: $40-50
Cash only at some lots
Green Lot
Distance: 0.3 milesPrice: $35
Metro Lots
Distance: At Metro stationPrice: $15-25
Walk or shuttle to stadium
Alternative Transportation
Public Transit
Metro Blue/Silver Line to Morgan Boulevard
Ride Share: Designated zones
Game Day Tips
Take Metro
Avoid parking hassles
Arrive early
Traffic and parking challenging
Check weather
No roof coverage
Explore tailgating
Big tailgating culture
Typical Game Day Schedule
Gates Open: 2 hours before kickoff
First Pitch: 1:00pm or 4:25pm typically
Neighborhood: Landover
Suburban Maryland location outside Washington D.C.