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Game Day Guide

M&T Bank Stadium, Baltimore, MD

Data updated: 2025 NFL Season

Game Day Intel
Capacity: 71,008

The Chronology

Your complete game day timeline at M&T Bank Stadium.

5 hours before

Lots Open for Tailgating

Official stadium lots and surrounding areas open for tailgating. Early arrivals set up grills and crab pots.

3-4 hours before

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.

2 hours before

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.

90 minutes before

Player Warmups

Players take the field for stretching and warmups. Lower bowl sections offer great photo opportunities.

30 minutes before

Find Your Seats

Grab your crab cake sandwich and settle in. The Marching Ravens band pregame show is about to begin.

Kickoff

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.

Post-game

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.

Atmosphere Intelligence

Weather forecast for the M&T Bank Stadium bowl. This is an open-air venue -- dress for the conditions.

September

4.5 inches
65°
80°

Warm and pleasant, great game day weather. Sunscreen for afternoon games, light layers for evening. Rain gear recommended, above-average precipitation this month.

October

3.5 inches
53°
69°

Comfortable temperatures. Bring a light jacket for evening games. Layers are key.

November

3.0 inches
43°
58°

Comfortable temperatures. Bring a light jacket for evening games. Layers are key.

December

3.7 inches
35°
48°

Brisk and chilly. Dress in layers with a warm jacket. Gloves and a hat for evening games.

January

3.1 inches
30°
44°

Brisk and chilly. Dress in layers with a warm jacket. Gloves and a hat for evening games.

The Fan Intel

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