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Tickets
Mobile only, via SeatGeek
Arrive by
Gates open 90 min early
Bag policy
No bags over 4" × 6" × 2"
Medical, cultural and diaper bags are searched at entry.
Food & water
Sealed water only, up to 32 oz
No outside food, except for medical needs.
Parking
$10–$20
On-site America First Field lots.
Nearest airport
Salt Lake City (SLC) · 16 mi
About 22 min by car.
Best value seats
Upper midfield sections
They offer a clean elevated view of the full pitch and the Wasatch Mountains backdrop.
America First Field is Real Salt Lake's home in Sandy, Utah — a suburb about 15 miles south of Salt Lake City. The stadium opened in 2008 as one of the earlier dedicated soccer stadiums in MLS and holds just over 20,000 fans in a covered, purpose-built venue. The backdrop of the Wasatch Mountains visible beyond the open end of the stadium is one of the more striking natural settings in the league.
The TRAX light rail Red Line stops at Sandy Civic Center, a short walk from the stadium, making it accessible from downtown Salt Lake City in about 30 minutes. Sandy itself is a suburban community without a dense walkable neighborhood around the ground, so transit is the practical option for fans coming from the city. The mountain scenery from inside the stadium on a clear day is worth experiencing, especially during afternoon or early evening kickoffs.
SLC is about 16 miles northwest of America First Field in Sandy, UT. Rideshare runs $25–40. TRAX light rail goes from the airport downtown, then the Red Line south to Sandy Station, about 55–65 minutes total.
ADA spaces are in the on-site lots. Accessible drop-off is near the main entrance. Accommodations: rsl.com.
Plenty of on-site and adjacent parking. Pre-purchase online for the best rates on big match days.
Supporter groups (The Riot Brigade, La Banda de Fierro) fill the lots with a passionate pre-match atmosphere. Sandy has few walkable bars, so the lots are the gathering spot. Arrive early.
The TRAX Red Line stops at Sandy Civic Center or Sandy/Expo, about a 12-minute walk from the stadium. It connects from downtown Salt Lake City and the airport. UTA extends service on match nights. Check rideuta.com.
Suburban Sandy, with no walkable neighborhood. Drive, take rideshare or ride TRAX.
Bike parking at the stadium. The Jordan River Parkway trail network links the Salt Lake Valley to Sandy.
One sealed water bottle, 32 oz or smaller.
No outside food.
Exceptions for medical needs and special needs.
America First Field has a “No Bag Policy”.
Bags larger than 4” x 6” x 2” are prohibited.
Medical, cultural and diaper bags are allowed but searched by security.
America First Field (formerly Rio Tinto Stadium) is a compact soccer-specific venue in Sandy, Utah, opened in 2008. Lower bowl midfield is close to the touchline with strong views of the pitch. Passionate supporters make for a good matchday atmosphere.
Upper bowl midfield gives a solid overhead view, with the Wasatch Mountains visible on clear days. The compact stadium keeps you close to the action. Good value.
The south end supporter section is standing and built for noise, not watching. End goal sections have steep angles to the far goal. Corners are similarly restricted. Choose midfield.
The stadium runs roughly north-south. The west side shades earlier. The east side faces west and gets more direct afternoon sun for evening kickoffs. At 4,300 feet, UV is notably higher, so wear sunscreen on either side, even on cloudy days.
Open-air at roughly 4,300 feet. March and April games can be cold and occasionally snowy. Summer is warm and pleasant, with possible afternoon thunderstorms. UV is high year-round. September and October are typically excellent. Rain is less frequent than at most MLS venues, but temperatures vary a lot.
Main Concourse - The Salt Lake pastrami burger, a Utah original.
Concourse - Utah's dirty soda chain with flavored soda combinations.
Throughout the Stadium - Salt Lake City craft brewery with a rotating tap list.
The Riot Brigade and allied supporter groups tailgate in the 90th lot, northwest of the stadium (enter from 9000 S). Parking is permit-only, but anyone can walk in from nearby cash lots or public transit drop-offs. Charcoal grills and open fires are not permitted.
March to the Match leaves the 90th lot one hour before kickoff, led by RSL's supporter groups.
Possibly 233-234 for bigger groups
Real Salt Lake's supporter sections — primarily the general admission south goal (sections 9–11) at America First Field — are home to the Royal Army and allied groups. The south goal is a standing, active atmosphere with chanting, drums, flags, and smoke. Section 26 in the northwest corner and section 35 also have active supporter presences. Non-RSL apparel is not permitted in the designated supporter sections; for seating questions, contact Fan Relations at 844-REAL-TIX.
Nursing: Two parenting rooms in the Parent and Sensory Rooms suite (Guest Services Office, 3rd floor, East Concourse). Each has a chair, pillow, blanket, lamp, white noise machine and wipes.
Changing tables: Baby-changing stations in all restrooms. The suite has a private family bathroom with a changing table. There's also a family restroom on the East Concourse behind Section 4.
Sensory/quiet space: Sensory room in the same suite with comfortable seating and toys. Check out sensory bags (noise-cancelling headphones, sunglasses, fidget toys) at the Guest Services desk on the East or West Concourse.
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