MLS
Stadium Guide
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Harrison, NJ
Opened
2010
Capacity of
25,000
Best way there
NJ Transit Penn Line to Harrison
2-minute walk to the gates.
Tickets
Mobile only, in the Red Bull New York app
Arrive by
Gates open 1 hr early
VIP entries open 90 min early.
Bag policy
14" × 6" × 14" max, no backpacks
Bag check lockers next to Gate B1.
Food & water
No outside food or drinks
Parking
$15–$25
Harrison waterfront lots.
Nearest airport
Newark Liberty (EWR) · 4 mi
About 10 min by car.
Best value seats
Upper midfield sections
They provide a clean elevated view of the full pitch.
Sports Illustrated Stadium (formerly Red Bull Arena) sits in Harrison, New Jersey, just across the Passaic River from Newark, and has been home to the New York Red Bulls since 2010. It's a genuine soccer-specific stadium — 25,000 seats in a steep, covered bowl with excellent pitch proximity and acoustics that hold crowd noise well. The design is among the better MLS venues of its era, and it still feels like a proper soccer ground rather than an adapted football stadium.
Harrison is easy to reach from New York City — the PATH train runs from Newark Penn Station to Harrison Station, which is directly adjacent to the stadium. From Manhattan, you can reach it in under 45 minutes via NJ Transit to Newark, then PATH. The surrounding Harrison neighborhood is modest and still developing, but the transit access makes the location genuinely convenient. The Red Bulls' supporter culture is active and vocal, particularly in the north end supporter section.
Newark Liberty is just 4 miles from Red Bull Arena in Harrison, NJ. Take the AirTrain to Newark Penn Station, then the NJ Transit Penn Line two stops to Harrison. It's about 20 minutes total. Rideshare from EWR runs $15–25.
ADA spaces are in lots near Red Bull Arena. Drop-off is near the main entrance on Frank E. Rodgers Blvd. Accessibility services: rbny.com.
On-site parking is limited, with some surface lots on the Harrison waterfront. Most fans take the train, especially from Manhattan or Brooklyn. Driving isn't recommended.
The Empire Supporters Club and Garden State Ultras gather near the stadium and along the Harrison waterfront before matches. Check supporter social channels for current meetup spots.
Harrison NJ Transit station is a 2-minute walk from Red Bull Arena. The Penn Line runs from New York Penn Station through Newark Penn to Harrison in about 30 minutes, and the AirTrain from EWR connects directly to Newark Penn. NJ Transit extends service on match nights.
The arena is on the Passaic River waterfront in Harrison, NJ. The Harrison PATH station area has bars and restaurants. Newark's Ironbound neighborhood, known for Portuguese and Spanish dining, is a short walk across the river.
Bike parking is near the stadium. The Harrison waterfront connects to the Hudson County trail network.
Outside liquid is not allowed
Outside food is not allowed
Allowed bags:
Prohibited: large purses, coolers, briefcases, backpacks, luggage, computer bags and anything larger than the limit.
Bag check lockers are next to gate B1.
Exceptions may be made for medically necessary items that don't fit in a clear bag.
Sports Illustrated Stadium (formerly Red Bull Arena) in Harrison, NJ is a premier soccer-specific venue. The lower bowl is steep, close to the touchline and loud. Midfield sections are the best.
A strong elevated view of the whole pitch. The steep bowl keeps the upper sections close to the game, with clean sightlines from upper midfield.
The north end supporter section is standing and loud, great for atmosphere but less ideal for watching the full game. Corners have restricted sightlines. Midfield in either bowl is the safe choice.
The stadium runs roughly north-south. East side stands face west and get more direct sun for evening kickoffs. The west side shades earlier, which helps on warm, humid summer afternoons.
The stadium is open-air. Spring games can be cold, especially in April and early May. Summer is warm and occasionally humid. The bowl gives some wind shelter. September and October are generally excellent.
Main Concourse - Slow-smoked meats from the upstate New York BBQ institution. Order the brisket sandwich with their signature sauce.
Section 118 - Classic New Jersey-style subs made fresh. The Italian sub has deli meats and sharp provolone.
Supporter's Bar - Craft brewery from Atlantic Highlands, NJ, pouring Boat Beer Kölsch and rotating taps.
The Garden State Ultras, Viking Army, and allied groups organize pre-match gatherings around Red Bull Arena in Harrison, NJ before home matches. Check supporter group social media for current pre-match meetup details and times.
NY Red Bulls' supporter groups — Garden State Ultras and Viking Army — pack sections 101–102 and 133 at Red Bull Arena behind the north goal. The compact, soccer-specific stadium in Harrison amplifies the chanting effectively, making it one of the stronger supporter atmospheres in the Eastern Conference. Non-Red Bulls apparel is not permitted in the supporter sections.
Torcida 96, one of the South Ward's supporter groups, keeps a chant list on their website — torcida96.com/chants.
The BULLevard, in front of the stadium, runs from 3 hours to 30 minutes before kickoff with activities for all ages, food trucks and drinks.
Sensory/quiet space: The Altec Sensory Room on the fifth floor has noise-cancelling headphones, fidget toys, visual cue cards and a quiet zone. No special ticket needed. Ask at any Fan Services booth on matchday and staff will bring you up.
Changing tables: Family restrooms are atop Sections 105 and 126.
Tip: No re-entry. Once you leave, you can't return on the same ticket, so plan bathroom and stroller trips.
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