Stadiums / Ford Field
Ford Field
7.5
Detroit
Stadium information
- Type
- stadium
- Capacity
- 65,000
- Opened
- 2002
- Roof
- Dome
- Surface
- FieldTurf
- Home teams
- Detroit Lions
- League
- NFL
- Sports
- Football
- Categories
- sport_football
- Timezone
- America/New_York
- Status
- active
- Address
- [object Object]
- Location
- Detroit
- Nicknames
- The Den
Domed downtown Detroit stadium known for modern design and major sporting events.
Former names
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7.5
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Naming rights history
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Pontiac Silverdome
1975-2001
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Home team history
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Detroit Lions
2002-present · NFL
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Michigan Panthers
2002-present · UFL
Features · Architecture
Connected to Historic Hudson's Warehouse
Architecture · Throughout the stadium, gameday
The stadium incorporates Detroit's historic architecture into its design.
Glass Atrium
Architecture · Throughout the stadium, gameday
The massive glass roof and atrium create one of the NFL's most recognizable indoor stadium designs.
North End Zone Window Areas
Architecture · Throughout the stadium, gameday
The stadium design incorporates city views and natural light.
Features · History
1957 Championships
History · Throughout the stadium, gameday
Celebrates the Lions' NFL Championship era before the Super Bowl period.
Barry Sanders
History · Throughout the stadium, gameday
Honors one of the greatest running backs in NFL history.
Calvin Johnson Tribute
History · Throughout the stadium, gameday
Celebrates one of the greatest wide receivers in franchise history.
Detroit Lions Museum
History · Throughout the stadium, gameday
Showcases team artifacts, memorabilia, and historic moments.
Detroit Lions Retired Numbers
History · Throughout the stadium, gameday
Honors Lions legends including Barry Sanders, Calvin Johnson, and other icons.
Lions Pride of the Lions
History · Throughout the stadium, gameday
Honors franchise legends, players, and contributors.
Wayne Fontes
History · Throughout the stadium, gameday
Highlights one of the franchise's most successful modern periods.
Features · Experience
Detroit Food
Experience · Throughout the stadium, gameday
Features local Detroit favorites and stadium concessions.
Ford Field Tours
Experience · Throughout the stadium, gameday
Behind-the-scenes tours featuring the field, locker rooms, and stadium history.
Kid-Friendly Lions Activities
Experience · Throughout the stadium, gameday
Family football experiences and interactive games.
Lions Fan Zone
Experience · Throughout the stadium, gameday
Interactive areas featuring games and entertainment.
Lions Pro Shop
Experience · Throughout the stadium, gameday
Official merchandise destination featuring jerseys, collectibles, and gear.
Lions Tailgate
Experience · Throughout the stadium, gameday
Pregame gatherings featuring food, music, and Detroit football traditions.
Traditions
Forward Down the Field Iconic Must experience
Songs & Music · Throughout the stadium, gameday
After Lions touchdowns and victories, the team's historic fight song, "Forward Down the Field," echoes throughout Ford Field.
Gridiron Heroes Halftime Iconic Must experience
Crowd Ritual · Throughout the stadium, gameday
During every home game, local youth football players are honored on the field as part of the long-running "Gridiron Heroes" tradition.
Jared Goff Chant Iconic Must experience
Crowd Chant · Throughout the stadium, gameday
Fans break into loud "Jared Goff! Jared Goff!" chants after big plays and victories, becoming one of the franchise's newest traditions.
One Pride Iconic Must experience
Special Events · Throughout the stadium, gameday
"One Pride" is the Lions' signature rally cry, displayed throughout Ford Field and embraced by fans before, during, and after games.
Honolulu Blue Out Iconic Must experience
Crowd Ritual · Throughout the stadium, gameday
Designated games transform Ford Field into a sea of Honolulu Blue, creating one of the NFL's most striking color displays.
The Panthers Pride
Crowd Ritual · Throughout the stadium, gameday
The Panthers embrace their history as one of the original USFL franchises.
Detroit Football Culture
Crowd Ritual · Throughout the stadium, gameday
The team connects with Michigan's passionate football fan base.
Blue & Silver Tradition
Crowd Ritual · Throughout the stadium, gameday
Fans celebrate the classic Panthers identity.
Motor City Football
Crowd Ritual · Throughout the stadium, gameday
The team represents Michigan's blue-collar sports culture.
History & timeline
1957 NFL Championships Iconic Must experience
Championship Banners · Championship Plaza and Hall of Fame area
The 1957 NFL Championship — the Lions' most recent title before the drought.
Calvin Johnson Iconic Must experience
Historic display · Hall of Fame area, main concourse
Megatron — records, highlights, and the greatest receiver era in Lions history.
Greatest Lions Moments Iconic Must experience
Historic display · Hall of Fame area, main concourse
Sanders' runs, Johnson's catches, championship glory, and the resurgence era.
One Pride Era Iconic Must experience
Historic display · Hall of Fame area, main concourse
The modern Lions resurgence — playoff runs, Hutchinson, Goff, and a new Detroit era.
Thanksgiving Day History Iconic Must experience
Historic display · Hall of Fame area, main concourse
The Lions and Thanksgiving since 1934 — the longest-running tradition in the NFL.
1952 NFL Championships Iconic
Championship Banners · Championship Plaza and Hall of Fame area
The 1952 NFL Championship — the Lions' first title of the golden era.
1953 NFL Championships Iconic
Championship Banners · Championship Plaza and Hall of Fame area
Back-to-back champions — the 1953 Lions repeat as NFL champions.
Aidan Hutchinson Era Iconic
Historic display · Hall of Fame area, main concourse
The face of the modern Lions defense and the resurgence era.
Bobby Layne Iconic
Historic display · Hall of Fame area, main concourse
The quarterback who led the Lions to three championships in the 1950s.
Detroit Football History Iconic
Historic display · Hall of Fame area, historical timeline
From the Portsmouth Spartans to Ford Field — nearly a century of Detroit football.
Joe Schmidt Iconic
Historic display · Hall of Fame area, main concourse
Hall of Fame linebacker and anchor of the Lions' championship defenses.
Lions vs Bears Rivalry Iconic
Historic display · Hall of Fame area, rivalry exhibits
Detroit vs Chicago — NFC North rivalry and Thanksgiving traditions.
Lions vs Packers Rivalry Iconic
Historic display · Hall of Fame area, rivalry exhibits
Historic NFC North rivalry with Green Bay — division battles for decades.
Chris Spielman
Historic display · Hall of Fame area, main concourse
The heart of Lions defense — a Motor City icon and broadcast legend.
Lions vs Vikings Rivalry
Historic display · Hall of Fame area, rivalry exhibits
Detroit vs Minnesota — NFC North division intensity and memorable games.
Matthew Stafford
Historic display · Hall of Fame area, main concourse
The franchise quarterback who broke records and led the Lions for a decade.
Pontiac Silverdome History
Historic display · Hall of Fame area, historical timeline
Memories of the Silverdome — home of the Lions from 1975 to 2001.
Tiger Stadium Lions History
Historic display · Hall of Fame area, historical timeline
Lions football at Tiger Stadium before the move to the Silverdome.
Entertainment
Roary Iconic Must experience
Mascot · Throughout the stadium, gameday
The Lions mascot — firing up One Pride and Honolulu blue fans throughout gameday.
Thanksgiving Day Entertainment Iconic Must experience
Special Event · Ford Field, Thanksgiving Day
Thanksgiving Day gameday entertainment — a Detroit tradition since 1934.
Detroit Lions Cheerleaders Iconic
Cheerleaders · Field level and sidelines, gameday
The Detroit Lions Cheerleaders perform throughout gameday in downtown Detroit.
Pride of the Lions Ceremonies Iconic
Special Event · Lions Legends Plaza and field level
Pride of the Lions induction ceremonies honoring franchise legends.
Theme Nights
Special Event · Throughout the stadium, themed gamedays
Special themed gamedays — alumni nights, throwbacks, and One Pride celebrations.
Military Appreciation Events
Special Event · Field level, select gamedays
Salute to service events honoring military members in the Motor City.
Pregame Fan Festivals
Pregame Entertainment · Main plaza and Brush Street, pregame
Pregame fan festivals and live entertainment in downtown Detroit before kickoff.
Youth Football Events
Community Event · Field level, select dates
Youth football clinics and community events at Ford Field.
Alumni Meet & Greets
Special Event · Select gameday events and appearances
Meet-and-greet opportunities with Lions alumni and legends.
Experiences
Barry Sanders Statue Iconic Must experience
Photo Spot · Lions Legends Plaza, Sanders statue
Classic photo with Sweetness — a Lions pilgrimage in downtown Detroit.
Barry Sanders Tribute Event Iconic Must experience
Special Event · Ford Field, select events
Honor Sweetness at a Sanders tribute event or alumni ceremony.
Calvin Johnson Tribute Event Iconic Must experience
Special Event · Ford Field, select events
Celebrate Megatron at a Johnson tribute event or alumni appearance.
Ford Field Iconic Must experience
First Visit · Any gate entrance
Your first time walking into Ford Field — brick atrium, warehouse history, and One Pride.
Ford Field Sellout Crowd Iconic Must experience
Crowd Ritual · Throughout the stadium
Ford Field at capacity — 65,000 Lions fans and the loudest roar in the NFL.
Historic Warehouse Iconic Must experience
Historic display · Historic warehouse wall, atrium area
Walk through the preserved Hudson's warehouse facade inside Ford Field.
Historic Warehouse Atrium Iconic Must experience
Stadium architecture · Main atrium, north entrance
Walk through the six-story brick atrium and preserved Hudson's warehouse wall.
Lions vs Bears Iconic Must experience
Rivalry Game · Ford Field, Bears game
Detroit vs Chicago — NFC North rivalry and Thanksgiving traditions.
Lions vs Packers Iconic Must experience
Rivalry Game · Ford Field, Packers game
NFC North rivalry when Green Bay visits Ford Field.
Loudest Roar in Ford Field Iconic Must experience
Crowd Ritual · Throughout the stadium, key moments
The moment Ford Field reaches peak volume — 65,000 voices as one.
NFC Championship Game Iconic Must experience
Special Event · Ford Field, NFC Championship
NFC Championship at Ford Field — one win from the Super Bowl.
Packers Rivalry Weekend Iconic Must experience
Rivalry Game · Downtown Detroit and Ford Field, Packers game weekend
Full Packers rivalry weekend — downtown tailgates and NFC North intensity.
Pride of the Lions Iconic Must experience
Hall of Fame · Pride of the Lions area, main concourse
Explore the Pride of the Lions Ring of Honor and franchise immortals.
Primetime Lions Game Iconic Must experience
Special Event · Ford Field, primetime home game
Primetime Lions football under the lights — one of the hottest tickets in the NFL.
Sunday Night Football Iconic Must experience
Special Event · Ford Field, Sunday Night Football
Primetime SNF energy in downtown Detroit — Ford Field at its loudest.
Thanksgiving Day Game Iconic Must experience
Special Event · Ford Field, Thanksgiving Day
Thanksgiving Day Lions football — a Detroit tradition since 1934.
December Football in Detroit Must experience
Season Ritual · Ford Field, December home games
Cold-weather December football in downtown Detroit.
Downtown Detroit Must experience
Entertainment District · Downtown Detroit, Brush Street corridor
Pregame in downtown Detroit — restaurants, bars, and Motor City energy before kickoff.
Lions vs Vikings Must experience
Rivalry Game · Ford Field, Vikings game
NFC North division battle when Minnesota comes to Ford Field.
Monday Night Football Must experience
Special Event · Ford Field, Monday Night Football
Monday Night Football in Detroit — One Pride under the national spotlight.
Lions Victory Celebration
Victory Celebration · After Lions home wins
Postgame victory celebration when the Lions win at home.
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