How to See the Raiders at Allegiant Stadium without the Headaches

You can love the Silver and Black and still dread the logistics. Allegiant Stadium sits at 3333 Al Davis Way with 65,000 fans all trying to arrive within the same two hours, and whether you walk from the Strip or pay for a lot, the plan matters more here than at most NFL venues. I’ve been through the gridlock, learned the shortcuts, and picked up the rules that keep you from getting turned around at the gate.

Where do I park and when do the lots open?

For Raiders home games, parking lots open four hours before kickoff and every official lot is cashless. Buy your pass in advance and keep it digital in the Raiders app or SpotHero. There’s no re-entry to the parking lots, and all lots are cleared one hour after the final whistle. If you plan to tailgate, check your pass first. Tailgating is permitted in these lots only: onsite A, B, C, E, F, G, H, J and offsite S, V, W, X plus the Dewey lot. If you want to tailgate alongside friends, line up and enter at the same time or you’ll be parked in different rows.

The stadium will direct you into a specific stall and asks you to keep your setup behind the red emergency line. Trailers and vehicles longer than 20 feet are not permitted. Lots open early, but vehicles can stage only in a single curbside lane starting one hour before gates to the lots. Arriving randomly and hoping to pay drive-up is a good way to get turned around here.

If you need to charge an EV, charging stations are installed in Lots A, D, and F. On event days you’ll still need a valid parking pass for the lot where those chargers sit, and availability is first come, first served. For ADA access, the designated drop-off is in Lot B near Gate 2. If accessible stalls are full, attendants will direct ADA placard holders to the next available space within the reserved lots, but an ADA placard by itself does not grant you entry without a valid parking pass.

Which way should you get here?

The fastest option depends on where you’re sleeping and whether you want to carry a cooler. Here’s how the main approaches stack up.

Two patterns regulars rely on: if you’re staying at Mandalay Bay or Luxor, the pedestrian bridge is the cleanest in and out. If you’re off-Strip or want to avoid driving home through a crowd, the Game Day Express solves both problems for a few dollars and uses designated lanes to reach the stadium perimeter.

What can I bring, and when do gates open?

For Raiders games, all stadium gates open two hours before kickoff. The Ticketmaster box office on the northeast corner opens four hours before kickoff and closes at the end of halftime. Allegiant is strictly cashless for everything: concessions, parking, team store, and tours. If you only brought cash, cash-to-card kiosks inside the building convert it to a prepaid card you can use anywhere major cards are accepted.

The bag rules follow the NFL clear policy. Approved clear bags are 12 x 6 x 12 inches or smaller. You can also bring a small clutch or wallet up to 4.5 x 6.5 x 2 inches. If you brought the wrong size, the stadium runs three bag check locations that open with the gates and close one hour after the event. Bag check costs $20 per bag, cashless only. Locations: North Bag Check in Lot B south of Hacienda Avenue, East Bag Check in Lot E, and West Bag Check at 5455 Polaris Ave. Strollers are prohibited inside but can be checked at bag check for the same $20 fee.

For hydration, hard-sided bottles and cans are not allowed. Empty, soft-sided water bottles are permitted and there are water fountains throughout the concourses. If you like to fill before you sit, look for fountains by Sections 105, 120, 129, 142 on the 100 Level, 222, 246 on the 200 Level, and 304, 322 on the 300 Level, plus both tunnels on the 000 Level.

Other policies that catch visitors: the stadium is no re-entry, and sales are limited to two alcoholic drinks per person per transaction. Handheld still cameras with a lens shorter than six inches are allowed. Empty soft-sided bottles are fine, but outside food is not. If you need a private space, the Intermountain Health nursing pods operate from gate open until the event ends.

Tailgating at Allegiant without getting cited

If tailgating is your tradition, buy a pass for an approved tailgating lot and read the timing. The lots open four hours before kickoff and tailgating must shut down once the game starts. The stadium enforces volume and safety rules in the lots and monitors them on CCTV. The one-vehicle-one-stall rule is real here, and setups can’t cross the red emergency lane painted behind your bumper.

The simplest first-timer option that doesn’t require a parking pass is the Modelo Tailgate Zone in Lot N, directly across Dean Martin Drive from the stadium. If you prefer a traditional bring-your-own setup, look for passes in the onsite tailgating lots A, B, C, E, F, G, H, or J, or the offsite tailgating lots S, V, W, X and Dewey. All vehicles must have a valid pass for the specific lot and enter through the gate printed on the pass or you’ll be redirected around event-day one-way patterns.

Getting out after the final whistle is where Allegiant differs from older stadiums. Metro and stadium traffic control prioritize moving pedestrians first, especially at the Hacienda bridge crossing and along Dean Martin Drive, so cars may be held in place immediately after the game. That’s part of why many of us choose to walk across the bridge to the Strip or use the Game Day Express even when we do own a parking pass for other weeks. If you do drive, be set up to sit tight for a few minutes and resist “creative shortcuts” that will push you into a closed turn or a restricted lane.

Seats, concourses, and food that save time

If you want a low-hassle food run, use the checkout-free markets sprinkled around the concourses. Allegiant installed multiple checkout-free stores so you can scan in, grab what you want, and leave without queuing for a register. Mobile ordering with in-seat delivery is available in the club sections only, specifically C109–C115 and C131–C137, during Raiders home games. WiFi is widely available and free as Allegiant Stadium WiFi by Spectrum, so the app and mobile pay work cleanly once you’re inside.

Premium levels have their own VIP entrances and concierge desks, but if you’re in the upper levels you can still make smart choices. The water fountains listed earlier are fast to reach from the corners of the 100s and 300s. Restrooms cluster near Guest Experience kiosks on each concourse, and those kiosks are also where families can pick up child ID bracelets or guests can request wheelchair escort service to their seats.

On non-event days, the Raider Image flagship team store at the north entrance is open, and the stadium provides complimentary parking in Lots A and C for store customers. On game days the store remains open until one hour after the game for ticketed guests. If you’re in town the day before a home game and want to see more of the building, the Countdown to Kickoff tours operate on select Saturdays.

Speaking of tours, the standard guided tour runs about 75 minutes, typically covers a mile of walking, and visits spaces like the Al Davis Memorial Torch, locker rooms, the press room, and clubs. As of this season, guided tour tickets start at $65.99 before fees, tickets are sold online in advance, and parking is free in Lot C for tour guests on non-game days. Nevada residents, PSL holders, and those who serve have posted discounts when you book with the applicable code and present ID at check-in.

How long does the Strip walk really take, and is it safe after dark?

From Mandalay Bay to the nearest stadium entries is typically 10–15 minutes at an easy pace. Event operations close Hacienda Avenue to vehicles on Raiders game days and select large events, then staff it for pedestrians. The route is well lit and police and event staff are positioned along the corridor and at crossings. It is as direct and predictable as Las Vegas gets on a sellout night, which is why many season-ticket holders favor it over a postgame car queue.

If you’re staying farther north on the Strip, the Deuce bus is a decent connector. A 24‑hour pass is $8, and the stop nearest the pedestrian route sits by Mandalay Bay. Ride down, walk across the bridge, and after the game either repeat the process or grab a late snack at Mandalay Bay or Luxor while the first wave of crowds clears.

Quick takeaways for Raiders game day

• Lots open 4 hours early and close one hour after the game. Buy a digital pass in advance for the exact lot and entry gate printed on it.
• Tailgating is restricted to listed lots only. Onsite: A, B, C, E, F, G, H, J. Offsite: S, V, W, X and the Dewey lot.
• Gates open 2 hours before kickoff. The box office opens 4 hours before kickoff and closes at halftime.
• Bag check is available for $20 at North in Lot B, East in Lot E, and West at 5455 Polaris Ave. Clear bag max is 12 x 6 x 12 inches, or a 4.5 x 6.5 x 2 clutch.
• Official rideshare zone is Lot N at 5285 Dean Martin Dr. Consider walking the bridge to call a car from Mandalay Bay or Luxor after the game.
• RTC Game Day Express is $4 round trip and serves six casino park-and-ride locations around the valley.
• The Strip Deuce bus is $8 for 24 hours and drops you near the Hacienda bridge if you’re based on Las Vegas Blvd.
• Allegiant is cashless. Use cards or mobile pay, or load cash at the in-stadium cash-to-card kiosks.
• Empty, soft-sided bottles are allowed, and water fountains are at 100 Level 105/120/129/142, 200 Level 222/246, and 300 Level 304/322.
• Tour tickets start at $65.99 and include free Lot C parking on non-game days.

Reader Q&A

What time should I arrive if I want to tailgate?

Plan to be in line right when the lots open, which is four hours before kickoff for Raiders games. Tailgating stops when the game begins, and lots are cleared one hour after the game ends. Only the designated tailgating lots are eligible, so make sure your pass is for A, B, C, E, F, G, H, J or the offsite S, V, W, X or Dewey lots.

Where do rideshares pick up after the game?

All official rideshare pickup and drop-off happens in Lot N at 5285 Dean Martin Dr just north of the stadium, with southbound traffic flow after events. If your hotel is on the Strip, many fans walk back across the Hacienda bridge to Mandalay Bay or Luxor before hailing a ride to shorten the wait.

What happens if my bag is too big?

Use stadium bag check. There are three locations, they open with the gates, and it’s $20 per bag paid by card or mobile pay. North is in Lot B, East is in Lot E, and West is at 5455 Polaris Ave. Otherwise, only clear bags up to 12 x 6 x 12 or a clutch up to 4.5 x 6.5 x 2 are allowed.

We’re staying on the Strip. Is walking really faster than parking?

Most nights, yes. Hacienda Avenue closes to vehicles on Raiders game days and select large events, so the pedestrian route from Mandalay Bay is direct. The walk takes about 10–15 minutes, and you avoid the postgame vehicle hold on the west side of I‑15.

To choose the smoothest plan, start with where you’re staying. Strip hotel guests should walk or combine the Deuce with the pedestrian bridge; off-Strip visitors often do best with the Game Day Express or a prepaid tailgating lot if you’re setting up early.

Published: September 28, 2026 · Reviewed by the Hey Las Vegas editorial team