Stadiums / Gillette Stadium

Gillette Stadium

8.7

Foxborough

Stadium information

Type: stadium
Capacity: 65,878
Opened: 2002
Roof: Open Air
Surface: FieldTurf
Home teams: Boston Cannons
League: NFL
Sports: sport_lacrosse
Categories: sport_football, sport_lacrosse
Timezone: America/New_York
Status: active
Address: 1 Patriot Place, Foxborough, MA 02035
Location: Foxborough
Nicknames: The Razor

Large Foxborough stadium serving NFL football and MLS soccer.

Former names

CMGI Field

Parking

Large lots on site. $40-60.

Transit

Commuter Rail from South Station on game days.

Passport Score

8.7

4 ratings · 18 check-ins

Atmosphere

9.6

Concessions

7.8

Amenities

9.2

Access

8.5

Neighborhood

7.9

Attractions

9.4

Location map

1 Patriot Place, Foxborough, MA 02035 · Foxborough

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Naming rights history

CMGI Field
2002
Gillette Stadium
2002-present

Home team history

New England Patriots
2002-present · NFL
New England Revolution
2002-present · MLS

Notable events

AFC Championship Games
2019

Features · Architecture

Bridge Views and Exterior Plaza

Architecture · Throughout the stadium, gameday

The outdoor areas provide unique views of the stadium structure and surrounding complex.

Foxborough Sports Complex

Architecture · Throughout the stadium, gameday

Represents one of America's strongest sports regions.

Modern Multi-Sport Stadium

Architecture · Throughout the stadium, gameday

Combines soccer, football, concerts, and events.

North End Zone Video Board

Architecture · Throughout the stadium, gameday

The massive end zone display is one of the stadium's defining visual features.

Patriot Place Connection

Architecture · Throughout the stadium, gameday

The direct connection between the stadium and surrounding development creates one of the NFL's best stadium districts.

Robert Kraft Sports Legacy

Architecture · Throughout the stadium, gameday

Represents the Kraft family's influence on American soccer.

The Enclosed Plaza

Architecture · Throughout the stadium, gameday

The stadium's Patriot Place integration creates a unique retail, dining, and entertainment environment.

The Lighthouse

Architecture · Throughout the stadium, gameday

The 218-foot lighthouse is one of the stadium's most recognizable landmarks and symbolizes the New England coastline.

Features · History

Bill Belichick

History · Throughout the stadium, gameday

Celebrates the coach who led New England to multiple championships.

Five MLS Cup Final Appearances

History · Throughout the stadium, gameday

Display honoring the club's historic runs.

Jay Heaps

History · Throughout the stadium, gameday

Celebrates longtime captain.

MLS Original Club

History · Throughout the stadium, gameday

Honors New England's role as a founding MLS team.

New England Patriots Retired Numbers

History · Throughout the stadium, gameday

Honors Patriots legends including players recognized throughout franchise history.

Patriot Championship Rings

History · Throughout the stadium, gameday

Showcases championship rings and major franchise accomplishments.

Patriots Dynasty Timeline

History · Throughout the stadium, gameday

Displays major moments from one of the NFL's most successful eras.

Patriots Hall of Fame

History · Throughout the stadium, gameday

The interactive museum celebrates franchise legends, championships, and Patriots history.

Revolution Championships

History · Throughout the stadium, gameday

Celebrates club achievements.

Shalrie Joseph

History · Throughout the stadium, gameday

Honors a club icon.

Six Super Bowl Championships

History · Throughout the stadium, gameday

Celebrates New England's six Super Bowl victories during the Bill Belichick/Tom Brady era.

Taylor Twellman

History · Throughout the stadium, gameday

Celebrates the franchise scoring legend.

Tom Brady

History · Throughout the stadium, gameday

Honors the Hall of Fame quarterback and centerpiece of the Patriots dynasty.

Features · Experience

Kid-Friendly Patriots Activities

Experience · Throughout the stadium, gameday

Family areas featuring games and interactive football experiences.

New England Patriots Stadium Tours

Experience · Throughout the stadium, gameday

Behind-the-scenes access to the field, suites, locker rooms, and Patriots history.

New England Revolution Stadium Tours

Experience · Throughout the stadium, gameday

Behind-the-scenes access.

New England Soccer

Experience · Throughout the stadium, gameday

Combines MLS with the region's sports culture.

Patriot Place

Experience · Throughout the stadium, gameday

Combines soccer with shopping, dining, and entertainment.

Patriot Place

Experience · Throughout the stadium, gameday

Fan destination featuring restaurants, shops, entertainment, and activities directly next to the stadium.

Patriot Place Dining

Experience · Throughout the stadium, gameday

Local restaurants and entertainment options surrounding the stadium.

Patriots Hall Tour

Experience · Throughout the stadium, gameday

Interactive museum experience featuring exhibits, videos, and memorabilia.

Patriots ProShop

Experience · Throughout the stadium, gameday

Official merchandise destination featuring jerseys, collectibles, and team gear.

Revolution Store

Experience · Throughout the stadium, gameday

Official merchandise destination.

Revs Nation

Experience · Throughout the stadium, gameday

The passionate New England fan community.

The Fort Supporters

Experience · Throughout the stadium, gameday

The famous Revolution supporter section.

Training Camp

Experience · Throughout the stadium, gameday

Seasonal fan opportunity to watch practices and interact with the team.

Traditions

Minutemen Musket Salute Iconic Must experience

Pregame Ritual · Throughout the stadium, gameday

After every Patriots touchdown and before kickoff, the End Zone Militia dressed as Revolutionary War Minutemen fire black-powder muskets from the end zone.

"Crazy Train" Entrance Iconic Must experience

Songs & Music · Throughout the stadium, gameday

Ozzy Osbourne's "Crazy Train" blasts through Gillette Stadium as the Patriots take the field before kickoff.

Pat Patriot Pregame Iconic Must experience

Crowd Chant · Throughout the stadium, gameday

Mascot Pat Patriot leads fans in chants and interacts with the End Zone Militia before player introductions.

"Living on a Prayer" Singalong Iconic Must experience

Songs & Music · Throughout the stadium, gameday

During the second half, Bon Jovi's "Livin' on a Prayer" becomes a stadium-wide singalong at Gillette Stadium.

Sweet Caroline Iconic Must experience

Songs & Music · Throughout the stadium, gameday

Following Patriots victories, Neil Diamond's "Sweet Caroline" often plays as fans remain celebrating after the game.

Midnight Riders

Crowd Ritual · Throughout the stadium, matchday

The Midnight Riders are one of MLS's founding supporters' groups, famous for drums, flags, and colonial-inspired traditions.

"The Riders" Chants

Crowd Ritual · Throughout the stadium, matchday

Supporters perform coordinated chants led by capos throughout every home match.

Fort Atmosphere

Crowd Ritual · Throughout the stadium, matchday

The supporters' end creates a fortress-like atmosphere despite the large size of Gillette Stadium.

Scarf Raise

Pregame Ritual · Pregame, matchday

Before kickoff, supporters raise scarves while singing club songs together.

Cannons Identity

Crowd Ritual · Throughout the stadium, matchday

The team represents power, tradition, and explosive offense.

Boston Lacrosse Heritage

Crowd Ritual · Throughout the stadium, matchday

The club connects to the historic Boston Cannons legacy.

Red & White Tradition

Crowd Ritual · Throughout the stadium, matchday

The colors represent the franchise identity.

New England Lacrosse Pride

Crowd Ritual · Throughout the stadium, matchday

The team represents one of America's strongest lacrosse regions.

Original Professional Lacrosse Legacy

Crowd Ritual · Throughout the stadium, matchday

The franchise carries history from earlier professional leagues.

History & timeline

Adam Vinatieri Legacy Iconic Must experience

Historic display · Patriots Hall of Fame, Vinatieri gallery

Mr. Clutch — the kicker who won Super Bowls XXXVI and XXXVIII with legendary field goals.

Bill Belichick Legacy Iconic Must experience

Historic display · Patriots Hall of Fame, Belichick gallery

The Hoodie — six Super Bowl rings as head coach and architect of two decades of dominance.

Dynasty Era Exhibit Iconic Must experience

Historic display · Patriots Hall of Fame, dynasty gallery

Two decades of dominance — Brady, Belichick, and six Lombardi Trophies.

New England Football History Iconic Must experience

Historic display · Main concourse, New England history exhibit

From AFL days to six Super Bowls — a century of New England football.

Patriots vs Bills Rivalry Iconic Must experience

Historic display · Patriots Hall of Fame, rivalry exhibits

AFC East rivalry with Buffalo — Foxborough vs Western New York for division supremacy.

Patriots vs Jets Rivalry Iconic Must experience

Historic display · Patriots Hall of Fame, rivalry exhibits

The fiercest rivalry in the AFC East — decades of division battles in Foxborough.

Rob Gronkowski Legacy Iconic Must experience

Historic display · Patriots Hall of Fame, Gronkowski gallery

The greatest tight end in NFL history — Gronk powered three Super Bowl championships.

Snow Bowl & Tuck Rule Exhibit Iconic Must experience

Historic display · Patriots Hall of Fame, snow game exhibit

The Snow Bowl and Tuck Rule — the play that launched a dynasty in Foxborough.

Super Bowl LI (28-3) Iconic Must experience

Championship Banners · Patriots Hall of Fame, Super Bowl LI exhibit

Super Bowl LI — the greatest comeback in Super Bowl history, 28-3 to overtime glory.

Super Bowl LIII Iconic Must experience

Championship Banners · Patriots Hall of Fame, trophy room

Super Bowl LIII — defensive masterpiece and a sixth Lombardi Trophy.

Super Bowl XLIX Iconic Must experience

Championship Banners · Patriots Hall of Fame, trophy room

Super Bowl XLIX — Malcolm Butler's interception and a fourth Lombardi Trophy.

Super Bowl XXXVI Iconic Must experience

Championship Banners · Patriots Hall of Fame, trophy room

Super Bowl XXXVI — Brady's first ring and the birth of a dynasty.

Tom Brady Legacy Iconic Must experience

Historic display · Patriots Hall of Fame, Brady gallery

The GOAT — seven Super Bowl rings, three MVPs, and the face of the greatest dynasty in NFL history.

Andre Tippett Legacy Iconic

Historic display · Patriots Hall of Fame, Tippett gallery

Hall of Fame linebacker and one of the greatest pass rushers in Patriots history.

Julian Edelman Legacy Iconic

Historic display · Patriots Hall of Fame, Edelman gallery

Super Bowl LIII MVP — the receiver who delivered clutch catches in three Super Bowls.

Super Bowl XXXIX Iconic

Championship Banners · Patriots Hall of Fame, trophy room

Super Bowl XXXIX — three rings in four years and dynasty confirmation.

Super Bowl XXXVIII Iconic

Championship Banners · Patriots Hall of Fame, trophy room

Super Bowl XXXVIII — back-to-back champions and Vinatieri's game-winning kick.

Tedy Bruschi Legacy Iconic

Historic display · Patriots Hall of Fame, Bruschi gallery

Heart and soul of the Patriots defense — three Super Bowl rings and a comeback for the ages.

Ty Law Legacy Iconic

Historic display · Patriots Hall of Fame, Law gallery

Hall of Fame cornerback — shutdown coverage in three Super Bowl championships.

Entertainment

Pat Patriot Iconic Must experience

Mascot · Field level and concourse, gameday

Pat Patriot — the Patriots mascot firing up Patriots Nation on gameday.

Minutemen Iconic Must experience

Pregame Entertainment · End zones, pregame and gameday

Colonial Minutemen reenactors — musket firings and gameday pageantry.

Patriots Cheerleaders Iconic

Cheerleaders · Field level, sidelines and pregame

Patriots cheerleaders leading sideline energy and crowd engagement.

Pregame Fan Festivals Must experience

Pregame Entertainment · Patriot Place, pregame

Pre-game fan festivals at Patriot Place — food, music, and dynasty energy.

Military Appreciation Events

Special Event · Field level, select gamedays

Salute to service events honoring military members in New England.

Theme Nights

Special Event · Throughout the stadium, select gamedays

Special theme nights — throwbacks, alumni, and Patriots Nation celebrations.

Tailgate Competitions

Tailgate Lot · Parking lots, pregame

Tailgate competitions in the Gillette Stadium parking lots before kickoff.

Patriots Alumni Meet & Greets

Special Event · Patriots Hall of Fame and club spaces, select events

Meet and greets with Patriots alumni and franchise legends.

Experiences

AFC Championship Game Iconic Must experience

Special Event · Gillette Stadium, AFC Championship

AFC Championship at Gillette Stadium — one win from the Super Bowl.

All Six Lombardi Trophies Iconic Must experience

Championship Banners · Patriots Hall of Fame, trophy room

See all six Lombardi Trophies — Super Bowls XXXVI, XXXVIII, XXXIX, XLIX, LI, and LIII.

Bills Rivalry Weekend Iconic Must experience

Rivalry Game · Gillette Stadium, Bills game weekend

Full Bills rivalry weekend — AFC East hatred in Foxborough.

Climb the Lighthouse Observation Deck Iconic Must experience

Tour · Lighthouse, south end of campus

Climb the lighthouse observation deck for 360° views of the Gillette campus.

December Football in New England Iconic Must experience

Special Event · Gillette Stadium, December home game

December football in New England — cold, snow, and dynasty dreams in Foxborough.

Gillette Stadium Iconic Must experience

First Visit · Main entrance, Gillette Stadium

Your first time walking into Gillette Stadium — lighthouse, dynasty, and Foxborough magic.

Gillette Stadium Tour Iconic Must experience

Tour · Gillette Stadium tour entrance

Behind-the-scenes Gillette Stadium tour — Hall of Fame, clubs, and field.

Minutemen Fire Muskets Iconic Must experience

Pregame Ritual · End zones, pregame and after touchdowns

Watch Colonial Minutemen fire muskets — a Gillette Stadium bucket list moment.

Patriots Hall of Fame Induction Iconic Must experience

Special Event · Patriots Hall of Fame, induction ceremonies

Patriots Hall of Fame induction ceremony — honor franchise legends in Foxborough.

Patriots vs Bills Iconic Must experience

Rivalry Game · Gillette Stadium, Patriots vs Bills

AFC East rivalry when Buffalo comes to Gillette Stadium.

Patriots vs Dolphins Iconic Must experience

Rivalry Game · Gillette Stadium, Patriots vs Dolphins

AFC East rivalry when Miami visits Foxborough.

Patriots vs Jets Iconic Must experience

Rivalry Game · Gillette Stadium, Patriots vs Jets

The fiercest rivalry in the AFC East when the Jets visit Foxborough.

Primetime Game Under the Lights Iconic Must experience

Special Event · Gillette Stadium, primetime home game

Primetime gameday under the Gillette Stadium lights and national spotlight.

Snow Game Iconic Must experience

Special Event · Gillette Stadium, snow gameday

A classic Foxborough snow game — football the New England way.

Sunday Night Football Iconic Must experience

Special Event · Gillette Stadium, Sunday Night Football

Primetime SNF energy under the Gillette Stadium lights in Foxborough.

Tailgate in Foxborough Iconic Must experience

Tailgate Lot · Parking lots, pregame

Legendary tailgating in the Gillette Stadium parking lots before kickoff.

Tom Brady Statue Iconic Must experience

Statue · Hall of Fame plaza, Tom Brady statue

Photo with the GOAT outside the Patriots Hall of Fame plaza.

Walk Field Level During a Tour Iconic Must experience

Field access · Field level, tour route

Walk on the field during a guided stadium tour.

Tom Brady Tribute Event Iconic

Special Event · Gillette Stadium, special events

Special tribute events honoring the GOAT and the dynasty he built.

Patriots Victory Celebration Must experience

Victory Celebration · Field level and stands, postgame

Stay for the postgame victory celebration when the Patriots win at home.

Fan reviews

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8.5 2026-06

Rating-only feedback (no written comments).

atmosphere: 9.2
food: 8.6
parking: 7.2
neighborhood: 7.4
facilities: 9.0
attractions: 9.5

9.9 2026-06

Rating-only feedback (no written comments).

atmosphere: 10.0
parking: 10.0
attractions: 9.7

8.7 2026-06 · sports

Rating-only feedback (no written comments).

atmosphere: 9.1
food: 8.8
parking: 9.0
neighborhood: 8.2
facilities: 8.7
attractions: 8.3
access: 9.0
amenities: 8.7
concessions: 8.8

8.7 2026-06

Rating-only feedback (no written comments).

atmosphere: 9.7
food: 7.4
parking: 8.2
neighborhood: 8.2
facilities: 9.3
attractions: 9.6

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