SHADE GUIDE

Northwest Stadium

Washington CommandersMLB
Landover,
67,617 seats
0° orientation
Open Air
Built 1997
Northwest Stadium stadium information: Home of the Washington Commanders in MLB. Located in Landover, with a capacity of 67,617 seats. The stadium has open air and faces 0 degrees. Built in 1997.

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.

Before the Game

  • D.C. restaurants
  • National Harbor

After the Game

  • D.C. nightlife
  • Arlington bars

Insider Tips

Pro Tips

  • Metro is best transportation option
  • Tailgating lots open early
  • Club level worth it for amenities

Best Value

  • Upper deck between 20s
  • Metro parking
  • Standing room tickets

Hidden Gems

  • Upper deck D.C. skyline views
  • Dream Seats experience
  • Metro convenience

Things to Avoid

  • Driving if possible
  • Leaving right at game end
  • Cash-only lots without cash

Stadium History

Timeline

1997Stadium opens
1999Hosts first playoff game
2020Team begins rebrand process
2022Becomes Washington Commanders

Stadium Traditions

Hail to the Commanders

Fight song

Burgundy and Gold

Team colors tradition