Game Day Guide
Bank of America Stadium, Charlotte, NC
Data updated: 2025 NFL Season
The Chronology
Your complete game day timeline at Bank of America Stadium.
Lots Open for Tailgating
Stadium surface lots and surrounding Uptown lots open for tailgating. Grills fire up across Graham and Mint streets.
Tailgate Scene Peaks
The lots around the stadium fill with Carolina BBQ smoke. Eastern-style vinegar and Lexington-style tomato sauces compete for supremacy. Cold Cheerwine and NoDa craft beer flow freely.
Gates Open
Stadium gates open. Head inside early to walk the concourse and visit the Panthers Hall of Honor near the main entrance.
Player Warmups
Players take the field for warmups. The 100-level end zone sections offer close-up views. Look for Sir Purr, the Panthers mascot, entertaining fans around the lower bowl.
Keep Pounding Drum Ceremony
A celebrity or community figure strikes the Keep Pounding drum, the Panthers' most iconic tradition. The stadium erupts as the sound reverberates through Uptown Charlotte.
Game Time
The Keep Pounding chant fills the stadium. Panthers fans bring a passionate, family-friendly energy rooted in Carolina pride.
Exit Strategy
Walk to Uptown restaurants and bars within minutes. The Lynx Blue Line handles the crowd efficiently. Rideshare zones are along Mint and Graham streets.
Atmosphere Intelligence
Weather forecast for the Bank of America Stadium bowl. This is an open-air venue -- dress for the conditions.
September
3.7 inchesWarm and pleasant, great game day weather. Sunscreen for afternoon games, light layers for evening.
October
3.2 inchesWarm and pleasant, great game day weather. Sunscreen for afternoon games, light layers for evening.
November
3.3 inchesComfortable temperatures. Bring a light jacket for evening games. Layers are key.
December
3.6 inchesComfortable temperatures. Bring a light jacket for evening games. Layers are key.
January
3.5 inchesBrisk and chilly. Dress in layers with a warm jacket. Gloves and a hat for evening games.