PITTSBURGH — With the NFL Draft quickly approaching, questions are popping up. Here’s everything you need to know before heading to the NFL Draft.
Before you even come to the area you need to register for the NFL OnePass app. It will be your hub for everything.
The draft is also a cashless event - so leave your money at home.
Lee Sifford’s band is performing at Federal Galley on the first night of the draft. He’s taking the NFL’s advice to arrive early.
“I’m going to come at like 10 a.m. and camp down here. I think parking is going to be rough. I’m a little worried about parking,” Sifford said.
We asked the NFL and City of Pittsburgh what your best bet is to get to and from the event.
“We encourage public transportation, walking - we know there are going to be crowds not just without our footprints ... but downtown on both sides of the river as well. Give yourself time,” Director of Event Operations for the NFL Steve Farago said.
Pittsburgh Regional Transit is expanding service. You can park for free at these locations: North, South, East and West of the city.
McCandless Park and Ride
Ross Park and Ride
Monroeville Mall
Large Park and Ride
University Boulevard Park and Ride
Buses will drop off fans at the draft entrances near Point State Park and PNC Park.
The $25 draft pass will get you unlimited rides all weekend.
If you’re driving, it’s recommended that you park in garages downtown or at Station Square. You can use theT or the Gateway Clipper to get to the North Shore
The ParkPgh app will show you which lots have space
You can also book parking ahead of time using ParkWhiz.
The earlier you book, the less expensive the rates.
If you’re attending, you can bring:
- A clear bag
- Empty and reusable water bottle
- Blanket for Point State Park and Acrisure Stadium. Not for the draft theater
- Small camera
But leave behind:
- Food and drinks
- Signs, banners and flags
- Chairs
- Footballs
- Noise makers
- Drones
Pets also need to stay at home.
Fans say they’re excited for the economic boost this event will bring to our city.
“It’s nice we’re getting recognized. We’re a pretty special city, I feel,” Molly Smith of Pittsburgh said.
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