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stadium · Pittsburgh, PA
Acrisure Stadium
“Heinz Field” · The House of Sixburgh
7.5Passport Score
2001Opened
68,400Capacity
Open AirRoof
Natural GrassSurface
2Check-ins
The basics
About Acrisure Stadium
Iconic Pittsburgh stadium located along the riverfront known for its yellow seating and passionate football atmosphere.
- Type
- stadium
- Sports
- Football
- League
- NCAAF
- Nicknames
- Heinz Field, The House of Sixburgh
- Location
- Pittsburgh, PA
- Time zone
- America/New York
- Status
- active
FormerlyHeinz FieldThree Rivers Stadium
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How fans rate it
7.5Passport Score
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Don’t miss
Landmarks, traditions & experiences
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Songs & MusicIconic
Hail to Pitt
The Pitt Band leads fans in singing "Hail to Pitt" throughout the game.
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Roc the Panther
Roc entertains fans with game-day traditions and crowd interaction.
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City of Champions Celebration
Game-day presentation celebrates Pittsburgh's rich championship sports history.
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Blue & Gold Out
Acrisure Stadium becomes a sea of blue and gold during major games.
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Pregame RitualIconic
Terrible Towels
More than 65,000 Terrible Towels spin in unison before kickoff, after touchdowns, and during key defensive moments.
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Songs & MusicIconic
Renegade
In the second half of close games, Styx's "Renegade" plays while the crowd waves Terrible Towels in one of the NFL's greatest traditions.
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Songs & MusicIconic
Here We Go Steelers
Fans passionately sing "Here We Go" throughout the game, especially after touchdowns and before kickoff.
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Steel Curtain Legacy
The "Steel Curtain" identity is celebrated throughout Acrisure Stadium with chants, video tributes, and defensive introductions.
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Steeler Nation Travels
Steelers fans are famous for turning opposing stadiums into home-like environments, making "Steeler Nation" a defining franchise tradition.
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Ben Roethlisberger Legacy
Two Super Bowl rings and the winningest quarterback in Steelers history.
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Franco Harris Legacy
Immaculate Reception hero — the play that launched a dynasty and changed NFL history.
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Greatest Steelers Moments
The Immaculate Reception, Santonio Holmes, the Helmet Catch denial, and the greatest plays in franchise history.
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Immaculate Reception Exhibit
December 23, 1972 — Franco Harris and the most famous play in NFL history.
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Jack Lambert Legacy
Hall of Fame middle linebacker — the toothless snarl of the Steel Curtain.
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Mean Joe Greene Legacy
Hall of Fame defensive tackle and anchor of the Steel Curtain — Mean Joe.
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Pittsburgh Football History
Pittsburgh football culture — Terrible Towels, Steel Curtain, and Steeler Nation.
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Rooney Family Legacy
The Rooney family — Art, Dan, and three generations of Steelers ownership.
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Steel Curtain Exhibit
Greene, Lambert, Ham, Blount, and the greatest defense in NFL history.
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Steelers vs Browns Rivalry
AFC North rivalry with Cleveland — decades of division battles.
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Steelers vs Ravens Rivalry
The fiercest rivalry in the AFC North — Pittsburgh vs Baltimore for division supremacy.
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Terry Bradshaw Legacy
Four Super Bowl rings — the blonde bomber and face of the 1970s dynasty.
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Three Rivers Stadium History
From Three Rivers to Heinz Field to Acrisure — Pittsburgh football on the North Shore.
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Troy Polamalu Legacy
Hall of Fame safety — the hair, the interceptions, and two Super Bowl rings.
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MascotIconic
Steely McBeam
Steely McBeam — the Steelers mascot firing up Steeler Nation on gameday.
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Video Board FeatureIconic
Terrible Towel Features
Terrible Towel features on the video board — gold towels waving across the stadium.
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First VisitIconic
Acrisure Stadium
Your first time walking into Acrisure Stadium — Terrible Towels, skyline, and Steeler Nation.
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Acrisure Stadium Tour
Behind-the-scenes Acrisure Stadium tour — Great Hall, clubs, and field.
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AFC Championship Game
AFC Championship at Acrisure Stadium — one win from the Super Bowl.
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All Six Lombardi Trophies
See all six Lombardi Trophies — Super Bowls IX, X, XIII, XIV, XL, and XLIII.
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December Football in Pittsburgh
December football in Pittsburgh — cold, intensity, and Terrible Towels on the North Shore.
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Immaculate Reception Monument
Stand at the Immaculate Reception monument — the most famous play in NFL history.
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One of the Loudest Crowds in the NFL
One of the loudest crowds in the NFL — Steeler Nation at maximum decibel on the North Shore.
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Rivalry GameIconic
Ravens Rivalry Weekend
Full Ravens rivalry weekend — the fiercest hatred in the AFC North.
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Renegade in the 4th Quarter
Renegade blasts in the fourth quarter — Styx and 65,000 Terrible Towels shaking the stadium.
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Renegade Unite 65,000 Fans
Renegade unites 65,000 fans — gold towels waving as one in the fourth quarter.
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Rivalry GameIconic
Steelers vs Bengals
AFC North rivalry when Cincinnati visits Pittsburgh.
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Steelers vs Browns
AFC North rivalry when Cleveland visits the North Shore.
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Steelers vs Ravens
The fiercest rivalry in the AFC North when Baltimore comes to Pittsburgh.
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Sunday Night Football
Primetime SNF energy under the Acrisure Stadium lights on the North Shore.
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Tailgate on the North Shore
Tailgate on the North Shore — pregame culture along the three rivers.
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Wave a Terrible Towel
Wave your Terrible Towel with 65,000 Steeler Nation members — the most iconic fan ritual in sports.
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Franchise Timeline
Complete franchise timeline from 1933 to six Super Bowls and Steeler Nation worldwide.
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Hines Ward Legacy
Super Bowl XL MVP — the hardest hitting wide receiver in NFL history.
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Jerome Bettis Legacy
The Bus — Hall of Fame running back and Super Bowl XL champion in his hometown.
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Hall of Honor Ceremonies
Hall of Honor induction ceremonies honoring franchise legends.
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Tailgate Events
Tailgate events on the North Shore before kickoff in Pittsburgh.
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Franco Harris Tribute Event
Special tribute events honoring Franco Harris and the Immaculate Reception.
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Troy Polamalu Tribute Event
Special tribute events honoring Troy Polamalu and the hair that terrorized the NFL.
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Pregame EntertainmentMust see
Pregame Fan Festivals
Pre-game fan festivals on the North Shore — food, music, and black and gold energy.
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Victory CelebrationMust see
Steelers Victory Celebration
Stay for the postgame victory celebration when the Steelers win at home.
Architecture
Carnegie Science Center
Carnegie Science Center — an architectural landmark of Acrisure Stadium, home of the Pittsburgh Panthers.
Architecture
Great Hall
The main entrance area features large Steelers branding and fan gathering spaces.
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Main Entrance
Main Entrance — an architectural landmark of Acrisure Stadium, home of the Pittsburgh Panthers.
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North Shore Riverwalk
North Shore Riverwalk — an architectural landmark of Acrisure Stadium, home of the Pittsburgh Panthers.
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Pitt Script
Pitt Script — an architectural landmark of Acrisure Stadium, home of the Pittsburgh Panthers.
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Architecture
Pittsburgh Skyline
Views of the Pittsburgh skyline and the North Shore from Acrisure Stadium.
Architecture
Rivers Casino
Rivers Casino — an architectural landmark of Acrisure Stadium, home of the Pittsburgh Panthers.
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Architecture
Rivers Overlook
Overlook toward the confluence of the Allegheny, Monongahela, and Ohio from the North Shore.
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Architecture
Roberto Clemente Bridge Views
The iconic yellow bridge creates a famous Pittsburgh sports backdrop.
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Architecture
Steel City Architecture
The design reflects Pittsburgh's industrial identity with steel and riverfront influences.
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Architecture
Three Rivers Views
The stadium sits along the Allegheny and Ohio Rivers, creating one of the NFL's best waterfront backdrops.
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History
Mean Joe Greene
Celebrates one of the greatest defensive players in NFL history.
History
Panther Statue
Panther Statue — a landmark celebrating Pittsburgh Panthers history at Acrisure Stadium.
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History
Pittsburgh Steelers Retired Numbers
Honors Steelers legends including Ernie Stautner and Franco Harris.
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History
Six Super Bowl Championships
Celebrates Pittsburgh's six Super Bowl victories.
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History
Steelers Dynasty Era
Celebrates the 1970s championship teams featuring legends like Terry Bradshaw, Mean Joe Greene, and others.
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History
Steelers Wall of Honor
Recognizes the greatest players in franchise history.
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Experience
Kid-Friendly Steelers Activities
Family football experiences and interactive games.
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Experience
Pittsburgh Food
Features local favorites including Pittsburgh-inspired concessions.
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Experience
Steelers Nation Fan
Interactive areas celebrating one of football's largest fan bases.
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Experience
Steelers Stadium Tours
Behind-the-scenes tours featuring the field, locker rooms, suites, and history.
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Experience
Steelers Tailgate Culture
One of the NFL's strongest tailgate traditions featuring passionate fans.
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Statue
Franco Harris Statue
Statue of Franco Harris and the Immaculate Reception outside Acrisure Stadium.
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Historic Marker
Gold Legacy Plaza
Plaza celebrating Pitt Panthers football history at Acrisure Stadium.
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Displays
Immaculate Reception
Exhibits on the Immaculate Reception, the most famous play in Pittsburgh football history.
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Rituals
Pitt Band
The Pitt Band performs “Hail to Pitt” and the Panthers pregame show at Acrisure.
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Displays
Six Lombardi Trophy
Displays of the Steelers’ six Super Bowl Lombardi Trophies.
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Displays
Steelers Hall of Honor
Hall of Honor recognizing Pittsburgh Steelers legends and the Steel Curtain era.
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Displays
Team History Wall
Wall covering Steelers history from the 1930s through six Super Bowl titles.
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Historic Marker
Terrible Towel Plaza
Plaza celebrating the Terrible Towel, Myron Cope’s gold-towel gameday ritual.
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Historic display
Steelers vs Bengals Rivalry
AFC North rivalry with Cincinnati — Ohio-Pennsylvania bragging rights.
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Special Event
Theme Nights
Special theme nights — throwbacks, alumni, and Steeler Nation celebrations.
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Special Event
Alumni Meet & Greets
Meet and greets with Steelers alumni and franchise legends.
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Special Event
Pittsburgh Sports Celebrations
Pittsburgh sports celebrations — Steelers, Pirates, and Penguins pride on the North Shore.
Through the years
History
Names
- 1970-2000Three Rivers Stadium
- 2001-2022Heinz Field
- 2022-presentAcrisure Stadium
- Former nameHeinz Field
Home teams
- Pittsburgh PanthersNCAAF
- 2001-presentPittsburgh SteelersNFL
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