EverBank Stadium sits on the St. Johns River in downtown Jacksonville, a sun-soaked venue known for its swimming pools and cabanas in the stands. Home to the Jacksonville Jaguars, it's a warm, tailgate-heavy game day right by the water.
Getting There
Fly into Jacksonville (JAX), about 20–25 minutes from downtown. You'll drive or rideshare in.
The stadium is downtown by the riverfront, but transit is limited, so most fans drive or rideshare.
Where to Stay
Downtown Jacksonville or the Southbank across the river puts you close to the stadium and the riverfront — a convenient base.
Staying near downtown keeps the drive short and lets you enjoy the riverwalk on the rest of the trip.
Parking & When to Arrive
There are lots around the stadium, and tailgating is a big scene, so prepaid parking is smart. Rideshare drop-off works too.
Roof & Climate
Open air, no roof over the field.
EverBank Stadium is open air. There's no roof over the field. Shade canopies cover much of the seating bowl, which helps in the Jacksonville sun, but there's no climate control, so plan for the forecast and the heat.
Where Visiting Fans Sit
It's a stadium with good sightlines and no obstructed views, and the pools and cabanas in the north end zone are a fun, only-in-Jacksonville feature.
Lower levels are pricier while the upper deck is good value. Jaguars crowds are relaxed and easy for visiting fans.
Food & What to Bring
The NFL's league-wide bag policy: one clear bag up to 12×6×12 (or a one-gallon clear freezer bag), plus a small non-clear clutch up to 4.5×6.5.
From the NFL's stadium bag policy on NFL.com, checked September 2026. Stadiums can add their own rules, so check the team's site before you go.
Get Southern staples and Florida seafood alongside the stadium standards.
Check the bag policy, as the NFL clear-bag rule applies. It's open-air in the Florida sun, so bring sunscreen and water and plan for heat and humidity.
Comparing parks? We checked bag policies at all 30 MLB ballparks.
The Pregame Scene
The tailgate in the lots is the main pregame. Downtown Jacksonville and the riverfront have bars and restaurants a short trip away.
Grab food downtown or by the river, then head to the lots before kickoff.
Insider Tips
Tailgate early and enjoy the riverfront setting. Check out the stadium pools, a signature Jacksonville feature. Plan for heat and hydrate.
Stay downtown, plan to drive (limited transit), and enjoy a relaxed, friendly crowd. Pair it with Florida's beaches nearby.
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