What to know if you're going to the Steelers' home opener
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The Pittsburgh Steelers will host the Seattle Seahawks at Acrisure Stadium on Sunday on the North Shore in the season home opener.
Kickoff is set for 1 p.m.
Steelers quarterback Aaron Rodgers will play his first game at home for the black and gold. Steelers wide receiver DK Metcalf will be facing his former team.
Pittsburgh is coming off a victory at the New York Jets and Seattle lost to the San Francisco 49ers in its season opener.
It’s going to be a beautiful day, weather-wise, according to TribLive news partner WTAE’s meteorologist Jeff Verszyla.
“At 10 a.m. for tailgating, it will be mostly sunny and 69 (degrees),” he said. “And mostly sunny and 77 for kickoff and 83 and mostly sunny when the game is over around 4 p.m.”
Arrive early
Fans attending the game are encouraged to arrive at least two hours early. Acrisure Stadium gates open at 11 a.m. Downloading the Steelers mobile app can save time because the latest information is sent via push notifications and gameday alerts. Mobile tickets should be saved in an Apple or Google wallet to ensure fans can access them without relying on Wi-Fi or cell service. Fans should transfer tickets to guests.
Details: steelers.com
Clear bag policy
Acrisure Stadium enforces the NFL’s clear bag policy. Guests are allowed to bring one clear plastic or vinyl bag that does not exceed 12 inches by 6 inches by 12 inches. These bags must be completely clear. One small clutch is also allowed as long as it does not exceed four and a half inches by six and a half inches.
Backpacks, large purses, laptop bags, fanny packs, coolers, camera cases, oversized tote bags, duffels and seat cushions are not permitted.
Diaper bags and medical bags are permitted after inspection. Guests are not permitted to bring in outside food or beverages, glass or metal containers, professional camera equipment, large umbrellas, laser pointers or items that block views or interfere with others.
Details: acrisurestadium.com
Parking/traffic
Most parking lots are cashless. Parking lots will open at 8 a.m. Most of the nearby lots are pre-sold. Tailgating is permitted in the pre-sold lots surrounding the stadium. There are digital versions of pre-sold parking passes.
If you don’t have pre-paid parking, you can check parkpgh.org to see if anything is available. There may be spaces available in the West General Robinson Garage or North Shore Garage — credit or debit only. No cash will be accepted. Most parking will be $60.
Non-pre-sold parkers are strongly encouraged to utilize alternative parking at Downtown Pittsburgh garages and take Pittsburgh Regional Transit’s light rail system. Another option is to park in Station Square and ride the Gateway Clipper Fleet from Pittsburgh’s South Side.
The Waze traffic app can provide the most efficient routes to and from the game. WAZE has partnered with Acrisure Stadium to provide navigation directly to fans’ parking spots. Acrisure Stadium provides WAZE with all the time-based event day road closures that other navigation software may not include.
Rideshare dedicated pick-up locations surrounding the North Shore after the game are along Isabella Street, directly east of PNC Park and west of Rivers Casino Pittsburgh along North Point Drive.
Emergency repairs to the Veterans Bridge have entered the next phase, which has allowed for the HOV lane to be reopened for outbound traffic from the North Shore on event days.
Details: acrisurestadium.com
Tailgaters
Tribute
Elements throughout the game will recognize the 250th anniversary of the founding of the United States Army. The tribute will include a flyover by the 2-104th General Support Aviation Battalion, 28th Expeditionary Combat Aviation Brigade, as well as a salute to a U. S. Army World War II Veteran who was awarded the Purple Heart and two Bronze Stars for his service.
The Colors will be presented by the U.S. Army Color Guard. The National Anthem will be performed by Iron Maiden frontman Bruce Dickinson.
JoAnne Klimovich Harrop is a TribLive reporter covering the region's diverse culinary scene and unique homes. She writes features about interesting people. The Edward R. Murrow award-winning journalist began her career as a sports reporter. She has been with the Trib for 26 years and is the author of "A Daughter's Promise." She can be reached at jharrop@triblive.com.
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