Know Before You Go
Getting Into the Stadium
Express Access
Express Access presented by Root Insurance is free to all fans. Express Access uses facial authentication technology for a touchless, quick, convenient entry into the stadium.
After enrolling, you won't need to scan your mobile tickets at the gate. Instead, the tablet will recognize your face, and you will proceed directly into the stadium, allowing you and anyone else utilizing the ticket in your account to enter.
Enroll before gameday to take advantage of this opportunity. When enrolling, you will need to log in to your Ticketmaster account first.
Mobile Ticketing
Access your mobile tickets through the Browns mobile app. You are encouraged to add your tickets to your mobile wallet at least 24 hours prior to gameday.
Directions & Parking
Important Traffic Information
East 9th and West 3rd Streets between Lakeside Avenue and FirstEnergy Stadium, including State Route 2 (SR 2) exits around the stadium, will be closed 2 hours before kickoff and end shortly after kickoff. For the most convenient route to the stadium during road closures for ADA and parking passholders, please take East 55th Street (Exit 175 on 1-90) to North Marginal Road.
Adjusted Traffic Routes
From the Near West Side (via SR 2 East)
- Continue on SR 2 East past FirstEnergy Stadium (bypassing the Downtown Cleveland West 6th Street and East 9th Street exits) to 1-90 East
- Continue on 1-90 East to East 55th Street (Exit 175)
- Turn left on East 55th Street and continue to North Marginal Road
- Turn left on North Marginal Road and continue to Erieside Avenue
- Continue straight on Erieside Avenue to FirstEnergy Stadium
From the East Side (via 1-90 West)
- Continue on 1-90 West to East 55th Street (Exit 175)
- Merge onto North Marginal Road (right lane) and continue to Erieside Avenue
- Continue straight on Erieside Avenue to FirstEnergy Stadium. Alternately, if you miss the East 55th Street Exit (Exit 175) continue onto SR 2 West where you will be forced to exit at the South Marginal Road Exit.
- Turn left onto South Marginal Road and continue to East 55th Street
- Turn left on East 55th Street and continue to North Marginal Road
- Turn left on North Marginal Road and continue to Erieside Avenue
- Continue straight on Erieside Avenue to FirstEnergy Stadium
From the South/ West Side (via 1-90 East, 1-71 North, and 1-77 North)
- Continue on 1-90 East (past the downtown Cleveland exits) to East 55th Street (Exit 175)
- Turn left on East 55th Street and continue to North Marginal Road
- Turn left on North Marginal Road and continue to Erieside Avenue
- Continue straight on Erieside Avenue to FirstEnergy Stadium
From Downtown
- Take St. Clair Avenue East to East 55th Street
- Turn left on East 55th Street and continue to North Marginal Road
- Turn left on North Marginal Road and continue to Erieside Avenue
- Continue straight on Erieside Avenue to FirstEnergy Stadium. Please hang your Browns parking pass or ADA placard in your rearview mirror for ease of entry. All vehicles will be required to display their pass at the vehicle checkpoint on North Marginal Road as you approach FirstEnergy Stadium
Parking for Passholders
Parking lots adjacent to the stadium are reserved for pass holders and VIP parking pass holders. These lots include the Orange Lot, Yellow Lot, Tan Lot, Purple Lot, Red Lot and Silver Lot. Lots will open a few hours before kickoff on game day.
ADA Parking, Pick Up & Drop Off
In compliance with the ADA, there is limited first come first serve cash parking available directly north and west of the stadium. Please display your reserved parking pass or handicap placard to the traffic officer to access the stadium.
Pick up and drop off is located outside of the University Hospitals Gate, located on the Southeast corner of the stadium. To ensure the most convenient drop off and pickup procedure, please follow this route during gameday road closures.
Ride Share
Guests are responsible for coordinating their own ride service pickups. The most convenient pickup location is anywhere on Lakeside Avenue.
Know What to Bring
Bag Policy & Prohibited Items
Approved Bags
- Bags that are clear plastic, vinyl or PVC and do not exceed 12" W x 12" H x 6" D
- One-gallon clear plastic freezer bag (Ziploc bag or similar)
- Small clutch bag approximately the size of a hand, with or without a handle or strap. This can be carried separately or within a plastic bag
Non-approved Bags
- Backpack
- Binoculars case
- Camera bag
- Clear backpack
- Diaper bag
- Fanny pack
- Mesh bag
- Oversized tote bag
- Printed pattern plastic bag
- Purse
- Seat cushion
- Tinted plastic bag
Bag Check
Bags that do not meet FirstEnergy Stadium's clear bag qualifications may be taken to the Bag Check Tents located either on Alfred Lerner Way at the Meijer Gate or at the northeast corner in the grass north of the East Drive. Fans may check their bags starting 2 hours before kickoff. Bag Check Tents close 30 minutes after the game ends.
Cost: $10 per bag – payment by credit card only.
Unclaimed bags will be returned to the FirstEnergy Stadium lost and found.
Prohibited Items
- Firearms - weapons are not permitted on stadium property. Possession of a firearm or weapon is strictly forbidden. Possession of a weapon will result in immediate law enforcement intervention.
- Aerosol cans
- Alcoholic beverages
- Animals
- Balloons
- Beach balls
- Bones
- Cans or bottles
- Commercial audio/video recording equipment
- Confetti or glitter
- Coolers of any kind
- Fireworks or missile-
- Footballs
- Flying disks
- Ice chests
- Illegal substances
- Noise devices
- Plastic bottles
- Knives
- Laser lights
- Mace or pepper spray
- Seat cushions
- Sticks, poles, bats, clubs
- Strollers
- Thermoses
- T-shirts or clothing items with vulgar language or phrasing
- Umbrellas
Cashless Payments at FirstEnergy Stadium
Cash payments are no longer accepted inside FirstEnergy Stadium. Fans must bring credit and debit cards or use contactless options like Apple Pay for all purchases, including concessions and merchandise.
Know Your Way Around the Stadium
Explore Stadium Food & Amenities
Use the Browns mobile app to search for food, drinks, charging stations, and guest service stations. Find our interactive stadium map under "Tickets."
Stadium Map
Get the lay of the land at FirstEnergy Stadium by viewing our stadium map. This stadium map also includes a seating guide.
Other Stadium Info & Resources
ADA Information
FirstEnergy Stadium prioritizes the enjoyment of all guests. Learn about the a variety of amenities the stadium has that will allow for a positive gameday experience.
Lost & Found
Did you lose something at the game? Fill out this request to help us find your item.