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Saints Fan Gameday Playbook | Health and Safety Tips for the Mercedes-Benz Superdome

Read below for critical updates to you New Orleans Saints tickets.

It's a new day for the Caesars Superdome!

Welcome to the Caesars Superdome, home of the New Orleans Saints. Whether it’s your first game or you’ve been in that number for years, use this guide to get ready for gameday and make the most of your time at the ‘Dome. From mobile tickets and your designated entry gate to security, concessions, Champions Square, and more, you’ll find the information you need for a smooth arrival and a great Saints gameday.

Ensure an enjoyable experience on gameday with 3 keys to the game

Open your Saints or SeatGeek app to view and download your mobile tickets, and access your Personal Game Plan.

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Open your mobile ticket to view your designated entry gate in your Personal Game Plan and use the exterior plaza to circumnavigate the building. The fastest way to your seat is to enter via your designated gate.

Once the game concludes, return to your mobile ticket to view your Personal Game Plan to review your departure plan. It is the fastest way out of the Caesars Superdome. Upon completion of the game, follow the staff directing you to the stairway or escalator that is closest to your seats to get down to the plaza level and out of the building.

Caesars Superdome Arrivals

Doors will open 2 hours prior to kickoff for all guests. All patrons will be subject to security screening and ticket scanning upon entry to the security checkpoints in our extended perimeter and the outdoor plaza concourse.

To expedite your entry
  • Add your mobile tickets and parking to your cellular device before you head to the Caesars Superdome.
  • Open your mobile ticket to view your designated entry gate in your Personal Game Plan and use the exterior plaza to circumnavigate the building. The fastest way to your seat is to enter via your designated gate.
  • Review the NFL's Clear Bag Policy for a smooth and seamless entry through our walkthrough security detectors. View the NFL Bag Policy for more information.

Please read our “Mobile 101” tutorial for detailed instructions

For assistance with your tickets upon arrival at the stadium, please visit the Box Office located outside Gate A Ground or one of our auxiliary ticket resolution locations near each ticket scanning location.

Stadium Security

We are dedicated to ensuring the safety and security of all guests at the Caesars Superdome. The visible security measures at the Caesars Superdome include the presence of uniformed police officers, the use of specially trained hazard detection canines, as well as bag and security screenings at all entrances.

Walkthrough security detection screening, OpenGate, is now in place to expedite guest entry. OpenGate™ is a Groundbreaking Weapons Detection System designed for the automatic screening of people.

DO NOT REMOVE
  • Belts, coins, wallets, glasses case, keys, watches, phones or jewelry
PLEASE REMOVE
  • Cameras

Security checkpoints are located at:

  • Gate A exterior ramps
  • Champions Square North and South Entrance
  • Garage 1 corner ramp
  • Garage 2 corner ramp
  • Gate E at the top of the stairs from Girod Street
  • Camry Garage 5 corner ramp
  • Rav4 Garage 6 corner ramp

Bag Policy

To provide a safer environment for our guests and significantly expedite fan entry into the Caesars Superdome, NFL teams have implemented an NFL policy that limits the size and type of bags that may be brought into stadiums.

The New Orleans Saints strongly encourage fans to not bring any type of bag. However, fans will be able to carry the following style and size bag, package, or container into the Caesars Superdome:

  • Bags that are clear plastic, vinyl, or PVC and do not exceed 12" x 6" x 12." This includes clear backpacks, clear fanny packs and clear cinch bags that fit within the permissible dimensions. (Official NFL team logo clear plastic tote bags are available through club merchandise outlets or at nflshop.com)
  • No buckles, grommets/hardware or décor can be concealing any part of the bag.
  • Logo can only be on one side of the bag.
  • One-gallon clear plastic freezer bag (Ziploc bag or similar).
  • Small clutch bags, 6.5" x 4.5", with or without a handle or strap, may be carried into the stadium along with one of the clear bag options.
  • An exception will be made for medically necessary items after proper inspection at a gate designated for this purpose

Prior to attending a game, fans are encouraged to visit the NFL team's website for additional guidelines specific to the stadium.

View the NFL Bag Policy for more information.

Designated Gates

Enter through the designated gate noted on your ticket, as this is the fastest path to and from your seats.

Gate C East Premium Suite and Club Entrance is exclusively available for all club holders and suite holders.

Gate G West Premium Suite and Club Entrance is exclusively available for all club holders and suite holders.

Smoke Free Facility

The Caesars Superdome is a smoke free stadium including interior and exterior concourses, seating areas, suites and club areas. This includes but is not limited to cigarettes, vapor cigarettes and electronic cigarettes.

Atriums and Express Escalators

Soaring from plaza level to the terrace levels, atriums located at Gate B, Gate D and Gate H will welcome Saints fans to the Caesars Superdome. These are the best entrances for all of our terrace level fans.

Gate B Atrium - Northeast Corner Escalators
  • From plaza level to loge level
  • From loge level to lower terrace level
  • From lower terrace level to upper terrace level
Gate D - Southeast Corner Escalators
  • From plaza level to loge level
  • From loge level to lower terrace level
  • From lower terrace level to upper terrace level
Gate H - Northwest Corner Escalators
  • From plaza level to loge level
  • From loge level to lower terrace level
  • From lower terrace level to upper terrace level

Cashless Stadium

The Caesars Superdome is a cashless operation including all concessions, merchandise, and parking. Apple Pay, Google Pay, Samsung Pay, and Android Pay along with contactless EMV are acceptable forms of payment inside the Caesars Superdome.

Guests may convert their cash to a Debit Card at the following Guest Service locations throughout the Stadium:

  • Plaza Level – Gate B
  • Terrace Level – Gate C

Debit cards may be purchased in any amount up to $500 (no minimum). For any questions regarding our cashless operations, please visit any Guest Services locations for assistance on game day.

Champions Square Tailgate

Champions Square Tailgate will open 3 hours prior to kick off and entertainment will conclude 45 minutes before kickoff.

Champions Square will only be available to ticketed guests. You will be screened, and your tickets will be scanned at our two Champions Square Tailgate entrances (LaSalle St. by Dave Dixon Dr. or Sugar Bowl Dr.) on the street level before joining the Saints tailgate and accessing the full exterior of the Caesars Superdome.

Gates at the Caesars Superdome will continue to open 2 hours before kickoff. Re-entry will not be permitted once you enter through the Champions Square entrances.

Saints Pro Shop

Shop the latest collection of official team gear at the Saints Pro Shop.

Gate A Ground Location

The Gate A Ground Team Store will be operational under the following plan:

  • The Team Store at Gate A Ground will open from the exterior of the stadium 4 hours prior to kickoff. All guests must go through security screening to access the store.
  • Once regular doors open (2 hours before kickoff), all guests must access the team store from the interior of the building once they complete security screening and their game day ticket is scanned.

At kickoff, the team store will be accessible for any ticket holder with access to Gate A ground from kickoff until one hour post-game.

Gate H Plaza Atrium

Access from inside the stadium and through our Outdoor Plaza Concourse.

Gameday Hours of Operations:

  • Opens 2 hours prior to kickoff and closes 1 hour post-game.
Gate F Terrace

Access from inside the stadium

  • Opens 2 hours prior to kickoff and closes at the end of the game.

Satellite locations are open at gate opening and close at the end of the game:

Satellite Locations
  • Exterior Concourse: Champions Square, Gates B Exterior & Gate D Exterior
  • Plaza Level Kiosks: Gates B & D
  • Loge Level Kiosks: Gates A & E + Mini Store in Claiborne Club Lounge – Glass Room
  • Terrace Level Kiosks: Section 515

On non-game days, the Saints Pro Shop located at Gate A Ground is open the following days and times:

  • Monday – Friday: 10am-5pm
  • Saturday: 10am-3pm
  • Sunday: Closed

Concessions and Grab & Go Markets

In partnership with the Caesars Superdome, Legends Global, the official food and facilities management team, has elevated the overall food and beverage experience for all fans. Fans will see enhanced menu options, more variety, and increased speed of service.

New Louisiana Local Concessionaires

  • King Creole – Stuffed Pockets (Sections 135 and Claiborne Market)
  • Ballard Brands – Chicken Wings, Conecuh Bahn Mi, Tater Tots (Sections 227, 229, 269, 271)
  • Pita Hut – Smoked Brisket, Creole Cheesesteak, Loaded Hot Dogs (Sections 513, 548, 616, 642)
  • Triple B’s Cajun Corner – Jambalaya, Alligator Sausage (Sections 613, 615, 639, 641)
  • Mrs. Wheats – Meat Pies, Crawfish Pies, Hall of Famer Pies (Sections 279, 506, 525, 536, 555)

Expanded Local Partnerships

  • TABASCO
  • Blue Plate
  • Blue Bell
  • Haydel’s Bakery
  • Leidenheimer
  • Rock n Sake
  • Thompson Meats
  • Hubig’s Pies

Fan Friendly Pricing

Tying into the 60th Anniversary Season of the Saints, a $6 Fan Friendly menu will be available, serving Hot Dogs, Popcorn, Pretzels, Nachos and Dome Foam (12oz. Busch Light Draft)

Enhanced Beverage Program

  • Overall Lower Beer Pricing
  • Expanded 12oz. Beer Options
  • Expanded Craft Beer Options
  • Signature Cocktail Program

Addition of Signature Items

  • Specialty Po Boys
  • Specialty Hot Dogs
  • Bayou Smash Burgers
  • Pork and Alligator Burger
  • Dome Nachos w/choice of Pork Carnitas, Chicken Tinga or House Made Seafood Queso

For all concession offerings, please visit the Caesars Superdome website: https://www.caesarssuperdome.com/plan-your-visit/food-beverage

Premium Club Lounges

The Caesars Superdome is excited to present unparalleled luxury seating options tailored to satisfy all Saints fans. These exclusive club areas feature meticulously crafted spaces that boast elevated food and beverage selections, premium views of the action, and exceptional amenities designed to enhance your game day experience. Enjoy the ultimate in comfort and sophistication as you cheer on the Saints!

All Clubs are available to guests 2 hours prior to kickoff and will remain open 1 hour post-game.

Mercedes Benz End Zone Club
  • Location: Ground Level - North
  • Access available to: Sections 154c - 104c and Field Level Suites #1 - #12
  • Hours: Open 2 hours prior to kickoff and remain open 1 hour post-game.
Caesars Rewards Legacy Club
  • Location: Ground Level - East
  • Access available to: Sections 113-115 and 141-143
  • Hours: Open 2 hours prior to kickoff and remain open 1 hour post-game.
Signature Club
  • Location: Ground Level - West
  • Access available to: Sections 141-143 and 113-115
  • Hours: Open 2 hours prior to kickoff and remain open 1 hour post-game.
Caesars Legends Club
  • Location: Loge Level – East
  • Access available to:
    • Caesars Rewards Legacy Club – Sections 113-115
    • Signature Club – Sections 141-143
    • East Plaza Club – Sections 111-112 and 116-117
    • West Plaza Club – Sections 139-140 and 144-145
    • East Loge Club – Sections 207c/304c–235c/320c
    • West Loge Club – Sections 249c/328c–277c/344c
    • Suite Holders
  • Hours: Open 2 hours prior to kickoff and remain open 1 hour post-game.
Champions Club
  • Location: Loge Level – West
  • Access available to:
    • Caesars Rewards Legacy Club – Sections 113-115
    • Signature Club – Sections 141-143
    • East Plaza Club – Sections 111-112 and 116-117
    • West Plaza Club – Sections 139-140 and 144-145
    • East Loge Club – Sections 207c/304c–235c/320c
    • West Loge Club – Sections 249c/328c–277c/344c
    • Suite Holders
  • Hours: Open 2 hours prior to kickoff and remain open 1 hour post-game.

Fan Code of Conduct

The National Football League, Saints, and the managers and staff of Legends Global are committed to creating a safe, comfortable, and enjoyable experience for all fans, both in the stadium and in the parking lot. We want all fans attending our games to enjoy the experience in a responsible fashion. When attending a game, there is a no-tolerance policy for the following behaviors:

  • Behavior that is unruly, disruptive, threatening or illegal in nature.
  • Intoxication or other signs of alcohol or substance impairment
  • Interference with the progress of the game (including throwing objects onto the field).
  • Failing to follow instructions of law enforcement, guest services, and security personnel.
  • Verbal or physical harassment of all fans, stadium staff, officials, team personnel and players.
  • Unreasonably obstructing the view of other patrons.
  • Offensive language, obscene gestures, language or clothing, to include the use of such language, or gestures concerning a person’s race, ethnicity, color, gender, religion, creed, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity/ expression or national origin; or to instigate, incite or encourage a confrontation or physical assault.
  • Any conduct deemed inappropriate or dangerous to fans, participants, officials or stadium staff.
  • Conduct that results in damage to the stadium or other personal property.
  • If a fan violates the Fan Code of Conduct and fails to identify themselves to stadium staff, the fan is subject to penalty, including being barred from the stadium and subject to a league-wide ban. The ticket holder of record may be subject to disciplinary measures including ticket suspension.

Event patrons are responsible for their conduct as well as the conduct of their guests and/or persons occupying their seats. Stadium staff will promptly intervene to support an environment where event patrons, their guests, and other fans can enjoy the event free from the above behavior. Event patrons and guests who violate these provisions will be subject to ejection without refund and potential loss of ticket privileges for future games.

The National Football League, New Orleans Saints, and managers and staff of Legends Global thank you for adhering to our Fan Code of Conduct. Let's all enjoy the game!

We strive to make sure all patrons have a safe and enjoyable environment to watch the game. If a patron wishes to report negative behavior or file a different complaint, please go to a Guest Services Kiosk and scan the QR Code for Event Day Problems to report the issue and location. The information will be relayed to stadium security.

Rideshare

The Caesars Superdome offers convenient rideshare drop-off and pick-up locations near the Stadium and Arena.

Rideshare Zone Location

The designated rideshare zone is located on Poydras Street between the intersection of Loyola Avenue and Carondelet Street.

Pathway from the Rideshare Drop-Off

  • Calling Your Rideshare: The rideshare zone is geo-fenced. All rideshare drop-offs must occur within this designated zone. You can only be dropped off at this location
  • From the Drop-Off: After being dropped off, proceed west (lake bound) along the sidewalk for about 3 blocks toward the stadium and Champions Square.
  • Follow Signs: Along the way, follow the clearly marked signs labeled "To the Stadium & Arena" for guidance to the Stadium and Arena.

Pathway from the Rideshare Drop-Off

  • From the Entrance: After the event, exit the building through the main entrances. Once outside, proceed east (river bound) along the sidewalk on Poydras Street.
  • Follow Signs: Follow the signs labeled "Rideshare Pickup" to navigate towards the designated area.
  • Designated Pickup Area: The sidewalk will lead you to the rideshare pickup zone. Look for marking to the loading zone for easy identification.
  • Calling Your Rideshare: The rideshare pickup area is geo-fenced. You can only request a rideshare pickup once you arrive at the rideshare zone.
Saints Ticket Donation Program

Saints Ticket Donation Program

Can't make it to a game? Donate your tickets to support community groups!

Saints and Pelicans Foundation
All donated tickets will be distributed to local 501(c)3 non-profit organizations.

VetTix
All donated tickets will be distributed to all branches of currently-serving Military and Veterans, including immediate family of troops KIA.

All ticket donations must be transferred to SaintsGive@saints.nfl.com or donate@vettix.org via SeatGeek no less than (5) days prior to kickoff. Any tickets submitted after the deadline are not guaranteed for donation fulfilment or tax deduction.