Shaded Seats at Acrisure Stadium

Find the Best Seats in the Shade for Pittsburgh Steelers NFL games

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Venue Quick Facts

Capacity

68,400 seats

Orientation

275° from North

Surface

grass

Best Shade Time

After 3 PM

Opened

2001

Shade Pattern Simulator

See how shade changes throughout the season and day for football games:

Best Shaded Sections

These sections typically offer the most shade coverage during NFL games:

Section 301

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Section 302

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Section 303

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Section 304

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Section 305

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Football Shade Strategy

Game Duration

Football games last 3+ hours, making shade important for early season games and sunny afternoon kickoffs.

Best Shade Sections

Upper deck and covered club sections provide the best shade during afternoon games

Seasonal Considerations

  • Early season (September-October): High sun exposure risk during day games
  • Late season (December-January): Sun exposure less of a concern
  • Playoff games: Weather protection becomes more important than shade

Sun Safety at Acrisure Stadium

🧴 Sun Protection

  • Apply sunscreen 30 minutes before game time
  • Reapply every 2 hours during long football games
  • Bring a hat and sunglasses
  • Consider UV-protective clothing

💧 Stay Hydrated

  • Drink water regularly throughout the game
  • Avoid excessive alcohol in direct sun
  • Seek shade during timeouts/breaks
  • Watch for signs of heat exhaustion

🏃 Shade Breaks

  • Use covered concourses during halftime/innings
  • Visit air-conditioned team stores
  • Find shaded standing areas
  • Move to shaded sections if available

Plan Your Visit to Acrisure Stadium

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