Newark Liberty is one of the closest airports to any MLS venue in the country — 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 — about 20 minutes total and essentially no traffic. A rideshare from EWR runs $15–25. This is one of the best airport transit situations in American soccer.
Red Bull Arena has limited on-site parking. The Harrison waterfront area around the stadium has some surface lots. Most fans take the train — NJ Transit makes it so convenient that driving is genuinely not recommended for most fans, particularly those coming from Manhattan or Brooklyn.
Red Bull Arena's supporter culture is among MLS's most established. The Empire Supporters Club and Garden State Ultras gather near the stadium and along the Harrison waterfront before matches. The area has developed considerably since the stadium opened in 2010 — check supporter social channels for current pre-match meetup spots.
Harrison NJ Transit station is a 2-minute walk from Red Bull Arena — one of the best transit connections in MLS. 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.
Red Bull Arena is in Harrison, NJ, directly on the Passaic River waterfront. The Harrison PATH station area has grown with bars and restaurants. Newark's ironbound neighborhood — one of the best Portuguese/Spanish dining areas in the US — is a short walk across the river and worth building a pre-match dinner around.
Bike parking is available near the stadium. The Harrison waterfront has cycling connections to the surrounding Hudson County trail network.
Accessible parking is available in lots near Red Bull Arena with ADA-designated spaces. The accessible drop-off zone is near the main entrance on Frank E. Rodgers Blvd. For accessibility services, contact Red Bull Arena at rbny.com.
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.
Outside liquid is not allowed
Outside food is not allowed
Allowed bags include:
Prohibited bags include but are not limited to large purses, coolers, briefcases, backpacks, luggage of any kind, computer bags or any bag larger than the permissible size.
Bag check lockers will be available located next to gate B1..
Exceptions may be made for medically necessary items that do not fit into a clear bag.
Sports Illustrated Stadium (formerly Red Bull Arena) in Harrison, NJ is one of the premier soccer-specific venues in MLS. The lower bowl is steep, intimate, and close to the touchline — midfield sections deliver a genuinely excellent soccer-watching experience. The Red Bulls have a technically sophisticated supporter culture and the atmosphere in the lower bowl is consistently strong.
The upper bowl midfield sections at Sports Illustrated Stadium offer a strong elevated view of the entire pitch. The steep bowl design means even the upper sections feel connected to the game. A solid value choice, and the stadium’s soccer-specific design ensures clean sightlines from the upper midfield regardless of where you are.
The north end supporter section brings strong atmosphere but is standing and loud — great for the experience, less ideal for watching the full game. Corner sections offer restricted sightlines as at any stadium. Midfield in the lower or upper bowl is the consistent choice. The Harrison location near the PATH train makes access straightforward from Manhattan.
Sports Illustrated Stadium runs roughly north-south. The east side stands face west and get more direct afternoon sun for evening kickoffs. The west side benefits from shade earlier. New Jersey summer afternoons can be warm and humid — the shaded west side is a comfort advantage for afternoon or early-evening games in summer.
Sports Illustrated Stadium is open-air in Harrison, New Jersey. Spring games can be cold, especially in April and early May. Summer games are warm and occasionally humid. The stadium’s bowl design provides some wind shelter. Fall games in September and October are generally excellent conditions. The PATH train connection from Manhattan makes evening game access straightforward regardless of weather.
Main Concourse - New York's beloved upstate BBQ institution brings their slow-smoked meats to Red Bull Arena. The brisket sandwich with their signature BBQ sauce is the flagship order.
Section 118 - Classic New Jersey-style submarine sandwiches made fresh. The Italian sub loaded with deli meats and sharp provolone is a genuine Garden State staple.
Supporter's Bar - Atlantic Highlands, NJ's acclaimed craft brewery pours their Boat Beer Kölsch and rotating taps at Red Bull Arena. A great local pick and one of New Jersey's finest craft options.
Red Bull Arena in Harrison, NJ is one of the best soccer-specific venues in MLS — compact, intimate, and built specifically for the sport in 2010. The tight bowl keeps noise in and puts fans close to the field. The Hudson River PATH train stops directly at the stadium, making it one of the most transit-accessible soccer venues in the country.
NY Red Bulls' supporter groups — the Garden State Ultras and Viking Army — pack sections 101–102 and 133 at Red Bull Arena in a standing supporter section behind the north goal. The compact stadium amplifies the noise effectively, making it one of the louder supporter environments in the Eastern Conference. Non-Red Bulls apparel is not permitted in the supporter sections.
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