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Sixty-five thousand fans. A 370-foot curved videoboard glowing against the New England sky. A 218-foot lighthouse rising above the north end zone like a beacon for every major event that passes through the Northeast. This is Gillette Stadium — the crown jewel of Foxborough, Massachusetts, the home of the New England Patriots and New England Revolution, and one of the most versatile mega-venues in the country. Since opening in 2002, Gillette Stadium Boston has hosted six Super Bowl champion teams, legendary concerts from The Rolling Stones and Taylor Swift to Ed Sheeran's all-time attendance record, the 2016 NHL Winter Classic, and international soccer spectacles — including, in 2026, seven FIFA World Cup matches. But the World Cup is just the beginning: BTS, Bruno Mars, Usher, Karol G, Ed Sheeran, Zach Bryan, Monster Jam, and the Savannah Bananas are all heading to Foxborough this year, alongside a full slate of Patriots football, Revolution soccer, and the inaugural season of Boston Legacy FC. Secure your Gillette Stadium tickets from GoTickets and experience the biggest events in sports and entertainment. Every purchase is backed by our buyer guarantee.

Gillette Stadium Basics

Venue: Gillette Stadium

Location: 1 Patriot Place, Foxborough, Massachusetts 02035

Opened: September 9, 2002 (grand opening; first event May 11, 2002)

Architect: HOK Sport (now Populous)

Capacity: 64,628 (football); expandable for concerts (record: 71,723 — Ed Sheeran, July 1, 2023)

Owner/Operator: The Kraft Group

Primary Tenants: New England Patriots (NFL), New England Revolution (MLS), Boston Legacy FC (NWSL, inaugural 2026 season)

Surface: FieldTurf CORE

Former Name: CMGI Field (May–August 2002)

2023 Renovation: $250 million overhaul — 218-foot Lighthouse with 360-degree observation deck (tallest lighthouse in the U.S.), largest outdoor curved videoboard in sports (370 ft × 60 ft), expanded concourses and hospitality spaces

2026 FIFA World Cup: Hosting 7 matches (temporarily renamed "Boston Stadium" per FIFA rules)

Adjacent: Patriot Place — a 1.3 million-square-foot shopping, dining, and entertainment complex including the Patriots Hall of Fame

2026 Events at Gillette Stadium

The 2026 calendar at Gillette Stadium is one of the most loaded in the venue's history — headlined by the FIFA World Cup, a murderer's row of stadium-level concerts, and year-round professional sports.

2026 FIFA World Cup — June 13 through July 9

Gillette Stadium — temporarily renamed Boston Stadium for the tournament — hosts seven World Cup matches: five group-stage games, a Round of 32 knockout, and a quarterfinal. The group-stage slate features eight nations, including powerhouses France and England:

Saturday, June 13 — Haiti vs. Scotland (Group C)

Tuesday, June 16 — Iraq vs. Norway (Group I)

Friday, June 19 — Scotland vs. Morocco (Group C)

Tuesday, June 23 — England vs. Ghana (Group L)

Friday, June 26 — Norway vs. France (Group I)

Monday, June 29 — Round of 32

Thursday, July 9 — Quarterfinal

Concerts

World Cup games may dominate June and July, but the concert slate takes over in August, September, and October with some of the biggest names in music:

BTS (ARIRANG World Tour) — August 5 & 6

Usher & Chris Brown (The R&B Tour) — August 17

Bruno Mars (The Romantic Tour) with RAYE & DJ Pee .Wee — September 5 & 6

Karol G (VIAJANDO POR EL MUNDO TROPITOUR) — September 12

Ed Sheeran (LOOP Tour) with Macklemore, Lukas Graham & Aaron Rowe — September 25 & 26

Zach Bryan with Gregory Alan Isakov & Gabriella Rose — October 2 & 3

More 2026 Events

Monster Jam — July 30 (returning to Gillette for the 12th time)

Savannah Bananas vs. Loco Beach Coconuts — August 28 & 29 (first-ever Banana Ball at Gillette Stadium)

Boston Legacy FC — Select NWSL home matches throughout the inaugural 2026 season

New England Revolution — MLS home matches throughout the season

New England Patriots — Preseason begins in August; regular season kicks off in September

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History of Gillette Stadium

By the late 1990s, the aging Foxboro Stadium — the Patriots' home since 1971 — was widely considered one of the worst facilities in the NFL. No luxury suites, limited concessions, aluminum bleachers, and a location that hadn't kept pace with the modern expectations of professional football. Owner Robert Kraft, who had purchased the Patriots in 1994 and kept them from relocating to Hartford or St. Louis, committed to building a new stadium entirely with private funds. Groundbreaking took place on March 24, 2000, and construction lasted just under two and a half years. The first event at the new venue was a New England Revolution match on May 11, 2002. The grand opening came on September 9, 2002, when the reigning Super Bowl champion Patriots unfurled their championship banner and promptly beat the Pittsburgh Steelers 30–14 on Monday Night Football. Tight end Christian Fauria scored the stadium's first-ever touchdown on a pass from Tom Brady. A dynasty had a home.

Originally named CMGI Field after a dot-com-era naming rights deal that collapsed when the company's finances cratered, the stadium was renamed Gillette Stadium in August 2002 — a name it has carried ever since. What followed was one of the greatest runs in NFL history: six Super Bowl championships, nine AFC titles, and an almost unbroken streak of dominance that made Foxborough the most feared road trip in professional football. The Patriots sold out every single home game — preseason, regular season, and playoffs — a streak that dates back to 1994.

Beyond football, Gillette Stadium quickly established itself as a premier concert and event destination. The Rolling Stones christened the concert era in September 2002. Bruce Springsteen, U2, Taylor Swift, Beyoncé, Coldplay, Kenny Chesney, and dozens of other megastars followed. Ed Sheeran set the all-time single-event attendance record with 71,723 fans on July 1, 2023. The stadium hosted the 2016 NHL Winter Classic between the Boston Bruins and Montreal Canadiens, the 2023 Army-Navy Game, and international soccer exhibitions featuring some of the world's biggest clubs. In 2023, a $250 million renovation transformed the north end zone — adding the 218-foot Lighthouse (the tallest in the United States, with a year-round 360-degree observation deck), the largest outdoor curved videoboard in sports, and modernized hospitality spaces throughout. Now, in 2026, the stadium takes its biggest stage yet: seven FIFA World Cup matches, the arrival of Boston Legacy FC as the city's first NWSL team, and a concert calendar that rivals any venue in the country. Grab your Gillette Stadium tickets at GoTickets and be part of whatever comes next.

The Gillette Stadium Experience

What to Expect

A day or night at Gillette Stadium is a full-scale event experience. The 64,628-seat venue features three main seating levels — the 100-level (lower bowl), 200-level (club), and 300-level (upper) — plus 82 luxury suites and premium hospitality areas throughout. The 2023 renovation added the stunning north end zone Lighthouse, a must-visit on non-event days and a dramatic backdrop during games and concerts. The adjacent Patriot Place complex — a 1.3 million-square-foot open-air lifestyle and entertainment center — offers dozens of restaurants, bars, and shops, plus the Patriots Hall of Fame presented by Raytheon, making it easy to turn any event into a full day out. Concessions inside the stadium feature a wide range of options with an emphasis on classic New England fare, and the venue operates as cashless for all transactions.

What to Know Before You Go

Gillette Stadium enforces a strict clear bag policy — only gallon-size clear freezer bags or approved clear bags measuring 12" × 12" × 6" are permitted, along with women's clutches not exceeding 7" × 4" × 2". No umbrellas, coolers, cans, bottles, or outside alcohol are allowed inside the stadium. Tailgating is permitted in designated parking lot areas — no open fires, but grills and gatherings are part of the game-day culture, especially for Patriots home games. The ticket office at Enel Plaza (north end) is open on event days only and opens when the parking lots open. All tickets are mobile-only via the Gillette Stadium app. Dress for the weather — Foxborough can be hot and humid in summer for concerts and World Cup matches, and bitterly cold for late-season Patriots games.

Parking & Transportation

Parking at Gillette Stadium is available in multiple lots surrounding the venue, with rates varying by event. Lots open well before gates — typically four hours before Patriots kickoffs and two to three hours before concerts and other events. Preferred and premium lots offer closer access and easier exit. All parking is on a first-come, first-served basis unless pre-purchased. For major events like the World Cup and headliner concerts, arriving early is essential — lots can fill quickly. The MBTA commuter rail runs special-event service to Foxboro Station, which is a short walk from the stadium gates — this is the easiest option for fans coming from Boston and the surrounding area, especially for sold-out events when lot traffic can be heavy. The stadium is located about 22 miles southwest of downtown Boston, accessible via I-95 and I-495. Reserve your parking in advance through GoTickets for guaranteed access.

Frequently Asked Questions

What events are at Gillette Stadium in 2026?

The 2026 calendar at Gillette Stadium is massive: seven FIFA World Cup matches (June 13 – July 9), concerts from BTS, Bruno Mars, Usher & Chris Brown, Karol G, Ed Sheeran, and Zach Bryan, Monster Jam (July 30), the Savannah Bananas (August 28–29), New England Patriots football, New England Revolution soccer, and Boston Legacy FC's inaugural NWSL season. Browse all available Gillette Stadium tickets at GoTickets.

Where is Gillette Stadium?

Gillette Stadium is located at 1 Patriot Place in Foxborough, Massachusetts — approximately 22 miles southwest of downtown Boston and 18 miles northeast of Providence, Rhode Island. The venue is accessible via I-95 and I-495. The MBTA commuter rail offers special-event service to Foxboro Station, a short walk from the gates.

How big is Gillette Stadium?

Gillette Stadium has a seating capacity of 64,628 for football. For concerts, the floor is opened up and capacity can expand significantly — Ed Sheeran set the all-time attendance record with 71,723 fans in July 2023. The stadium features three main seating levels, 82 luxury suites, and the 218-foot Lighthouse observation deck added during the 2023 renovation.

What is the bag policy at Gillette Stadium?

Gillette Stadium enforces a clear bag policy. Only gallon-size clear freezer bags or approved clear bags (12" × 12" × 6") are permitted, along with women's clutches no larger than 7" × 4" × 2". No backpacks, purses, totes, or non-clear bags of any kind are allowed. Check the stadium's A–Z Guide for the most current policy before you go.

Can I tailgate at Gillette Stadium?

Yes — tailgating is permitted in designated areas of the parking lots, particularly for Patriots games. Grills and pregame gatherings are a beloved part of the game-day culture. No open fires are allowed. Tailgating policies may vary for concerts, World Cup matches, and other special events — check the event guide for specifics.

Where can I buy Gillette Stadium tickets?

You can purchase Gillette Stadium tickets right here at GoTickets. Browse the full 2026 schedule — from World Cup matches and Patriots football to BTS, Bruno Mars, Ed Sheeran, Zach Bryan, and everything in between — and buy with the confidence of our buyer guarantee. Whether you're after a quarterfinal, a front-row concert experience, or a Sunday afternoon in the stands for a Patriots game, GoTickets makes it easy to find the perfect Gillette Stadium tickets for your next event in Foxborough.