M&T Bank Stadium Game Day Guide
Baltimore Ravens · Baltimore, MD
Know Before You Go
Essential details checked against official venue information.
- Bag policy
M&T Bank Stadium permits a clear bag no larger than 12 x 6 x 12 inches, a one-gallon clear freezer bag, or a clutch or belt bag no larger than 4.5 x 6.5 inches.
Applies to: M&T Bank Stadium events
- Medically necessary items may be admitted after inspection at a designated gate.
- Gate opening
All stadium gates open two hours before kickoff.
Applies to: Baltimore Ravens games
- Stadium parking lots open four and a half hours before kickoff.
- Mobile tickets
Ravens tickets and parking passes are managed in the Ravens mobile app through SeatGeek.
Applies to: Baltimore Ravens games
- Open the live ticket before reaching the gate; screenshots are not accepted.
- Re-entry
Re-entry is not permitted after leaving M&T Bank Stadium.
Applies to: Baltimore Ravens games
- Prohibited items
M&T Bank Stadium prohibits weapons, beverages and containers, noncompliant bags, coolers, umbrellas, noisemakers, laser pointers, selfie sticks, video cameras, and other listed items.
Applies to: M&T Bank Stadium events
- Review the live list before leaving because the policy also restricts certain camera cases, seat cushions, and battery-powered clothing.
- First aid
Five First Aid stations are near Sections 100, 118, 203, 518, and 545.
Applies to: Baltimore Ravens games
- MedStar Health provides service from two hours before kickoff until 30 minutes after the game.
- Nursing and lactation
Private multipurpose rooms for nursing are near Sections 100, 118, 219, 503, and 529.
Applies to: Baltimore Ravens games
- The rooms also provide a quiet space for guests with special needs.
- Family restrooms
Family restrooms with changing tables are near Sections 118, 153, 513, 527, 540, and 553.
Applies to: M&T Bank Stadium events
- Changing stations are also available in every stadium restroom.
- Tickets for children
Children age two and younger do not need a ticket when held on an adult's lap.
Applies to: Baltimore Ravens games
- Guest services
Guest Services centers are near Sections 100, 118, 500, and 527, with Club Level concierge desks near Sections 202, 224, 229, and 251.
Applies to: M&T Bank Stadium events
- For in-stadium help, text the issue and location to 410-324-6141.
- Service animals
Only ADA-qualified service dogs are permitted; emotional support animals are not allowed.
Applies to: M&T Bank Stadium events
- The dog must remain controlled and fit within the guest's purchased seat space without occupying an aisle or extra seat.
- Smoking and vaping
Smoking and vaping are prohibited inside M&T Bank Stadium.
Applies to: M&T Bank Stadium events
- Designated areas outside Gates A, B, C, and D become available only after entry traffic has cleared following kickoff.
Game Day Timeline
What the day looks like at M&T Bank Stadium, hour by hour.
Lots Open for Tailgating
Official stadium lots and surrounding areas open for tailgating. Early arrivals set up grills and crab pots.
Tailgate Scene Peaks
The lots are in full swing, pit beef on the smoker, Old Bay on everything, and Natty Boh flowing freely. Ravens Walk between the stadium and Inner Harbor fills with fans.
Gates Open
Stadium gates open. Head in early to visit the Ray Lewis statue, explore the concourse, and grab Boog's BBQ without long lines.
Player Warmups
Players take the field for stretching and warmups. Lower bowl sections offer great photo opportunities.
Find Your Seats
Grab your crab cake sandwich and settle in. The Marching Ravens band pregame show is about to begin.
Game Time
The crowd erupts. After every Ravens touchdown, 71,000 fans belt out 'Seven Nation Army', OH-OH-OH-OH-OHHHH-OH. It's electric.
Exit Strategy
The Light Rail handles post-game crowds efficiently. Alternatively, walk back to Inner Harbor for post-game dining and drinks at the bars along Pratt Street.
Tips & Fan Reports
Park at a garage for about $20, eat breakfast at the Greek diner across the street, then walk past the Babe Ruth birthplace house and Camden Yards on your way to Ravens Walk.
Get to the stadium area 1.5-2 hours before kickoff. That gives you time to explore Ravens Walk, get into the stadium, find your section, and settle in before kickoff.
Take the Light Rail to Hamburg Street station. One stop north of Camden Yards. Cheap, easy, and drops you a 5 minute walk from the gates.
Dress in layers, Baltimore's fall weather can swing from warm afternoons to chilly evenings quickly.
Visit the Ray Lewis statue outside the main entrance before the game. It's a must-see photo spot.
The Ray Lewis statue outside the main entrance is the pregame photo spot. Get there early because it draws a crowd on game days.
Try the crab cake sandwich. It's Baltimore's signature dish and the stadium version is legit.
Try the crab cake sandwich at the stadium. It is Baltimore, the crab cakes are actually good even at a concession stand.
Park in Federal Hill and walk over to the stadium. There will be 20,000+ people walking back to federal hill after the game to go party win or lose.
Weather
M&T Bank Stadium is open air, so these are the conditions you sit in.
Across the NFL season the warmest month is September, with an average high of 80°F, and the coldest is January, when the average low is 30°F. September is the wettest month at 4.5 inches and November the driest at 3.0 inches.
That January low ranks 18th coldest of the 32 NFL venues, and September here ranks 13th wettest.
September
4.5 inchesOctober
3.5 inchesNovember
3.0 inchesDecember
3.7 inchesJanuary
3.1 inchesBaltimore Ravens Clear Bag Policy
Most venues require a clear bag. Get an approved one before you travel.
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How We Checked This Page
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- Game day timeline
Gate opening time checked against the venue's own gate-opening policy: All stadium gates open two hours before kickoff.
- Weather
NOAA 1991-2020 Climate Normals
- Venue policies
Current Baltimore Ravens fan guide, accessible-seating guide, and digital-ticket instructions reviewed for all structured venue-policy topics.