State Farm Stadium

State Farm Stadium opened in 2006 with both a retractable roof and a field that rolls outside the building, one of the most unusual engineering solutions in American sports. That flexibility also makes it a premium concert room for huge productions in the Phoenix market.

State Farm Stadium is in Glendale's Westgate district and most concert traffic arrives by car. Reserve parking before the event, then follow the lot-specific approach from Loop 101 instead of letting navigation choose the last turn. The stadium, arena and entertainment district can all be active on the same night.

Check the specific State Farm Stadium event page—not an old social post—for the active bag rule. Bring only essentials unless the venue explicitly allows a larger or clear bag for that performance.

Westgate is next door and is the obvious place to eat before doors. The stadium is in suburban Glendale, so most visitors drive. Summer heat can be severe in the parking areas even when the roof is closed inside, so plan water and walking time accordingly.