Game Day Guide
Empower Field at Mile High, Denver, CO
Data updated: 2025 NFL Season
The Chronology
Your complete game day timeline at Empower Field at Mile High.
Lots Open for Tailgating
Official stadium parking lots open. Fans claim spots and set up grills, canopies, and tailgate setups in the shadow of the Rockies.
Tailgate Scene Peaks
The lots are packed with Broncos fans grilling green chile burgers, bison brats, and Rocky Mountain cuisine. Coors Light and Colorado craft beers flow freely.
Gates Open
Stadium gates open. Head in early to explore the Ring of Fame plaza honoring Broncos legends and grab food without lines.
Player Warmups
Players take the field for warmups. The crisp mountain air and panoramic views of the Front Range make this a memorable moment.
Find Your Seats
Settle in and soak up the pregame energy. Thunder the horse and the Broncos cheerleaders are about to take the field.
Game Time
Thunder gallops through the end zone after every Broncos score. The crowd stomps in unison, creating the famous 'Mile High Thunder' that shakes the stadium. The 'In-com-plete!' chant on opponent incompletions is relentless.
Exit Strategy
RTD light rail handles crowds efficiently. Walk to LoDo (Lower Downtown) for post-game dining and nightlife along Larimer Square and Blake Street.
Atmosphere Intelligence
Weather forecast for the Empower Field at Mile High bowl. This is an open-air venue -- dress for the conditions.
September
1.2 inchesWarm and pleasant, great game day weather. Sunscreen for afternoon games, light layers for evening.
October
1.2 inchesComfortable temperatures. Bring a light jacket for evening games. Layers are key.
November
0.8 inchesComfortable temperatures. Bring a light jacket for evening games. Layers are key.
December
0.5 inchesBrisk and chilly. Dress in layers with a warm jacket. Gloves and a hat for evening games.
January
0.4 inchesBrisk and chilly. Dress in layers with a warm jacket. Gloves and a hat for evening games.