Game Day Guide
Levi's Stadium, Santa Clara, CA
Data updated: 2025 NFL Season
The Chronology
Your complete game day timeline at Levi's Stadium.
Parking Lots Open
Stadium parking lots open for tailgating. Bay Area fans arrive early to claim spots and fire up grills in the California sunshine.
Tailgate Scene Builds
The lots fill with red and gold. Garlic fries aromas mix with grilled tri-tip as 49ers Faithful prepare for kickoff. Cornhole boards and footballs come out.
Gates Open
Stadium gates open. Head inside early to explore the concourses, check out the Levi's 501 Club, and grab the famous garlic fries before lines build.
Player Warmups
Players take the field for warmups under the Northern California sun. Lower bowl end zone sections offer the best views of stretching and drills.
Find Your Seats
Grab a sourdough bread bowl and settle into your seats. The pregame video tribute and player introductions build energy across the open-air bowl.
Game Time
The Faithful roar as the 49ers take the field. The open-air stadium lets the Bay Area sun (or evening chill) be part of the experience.
Exit Strategy
VTA light rail runs extended post-game service. Rideshare pickup is on Tasman Drive. Many fans tailgate post-game in the lots to let traffic clear on Great America Parkway.
Atmosphere Intelligence
Weather forecast for the Levi's Stadium bowl. This is an open-air venue -- dress for the conditions.
September
0.1 inchesWarm and pleasant, great game day weather. Sunscreen for afternoon games, light layers for evening.
October
0.5 inchesWarm and pleasant, great game day weather. Sunscreen for afternoon games, light layers for evening.
November
1.3 inchesComfortable temperatures. Bring a light jacket for evening games. Layers are key.
December
2.3 inchesComfortable temperatures. Bring a light jacket for evening games. Layers are key.
January
2.8 inchesComfortable temperatures. Bring a light jacket for evening games. Layers are key.