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What you should know about the Cardinals’ season opener against the Saints


What you should know about the Cardinals’ season opener against the Saints

The Arizona Cardinals will play their first preseason game at State Farm Stadium on Saturday.

Here’s everything you need to know before attending the showdown against the New Orleans Saints.

When is the Arizona Cardinals vs. New Orleans Saints preseason game?

Kickoff at State Farm Stadium is scheduled for Saturday at 5:00 p.m.

What time do the gates to State Farm Stadium open?

The club gates open at 2:00 p.m., the main entrances open at 3:30 p.m.

Parking and admission to State Farm Stadium

Fans will be able to park in the Sportsman’s Park parking lot and other game day lots beginning at 1:00 p.m. Saturday. Heavy highway traffic is expected, so fans are encouraged to arrive before 3:00 p.m. to avoid major delays. Additional parking information is available online.

In addition, parking passes for the Black Lot can be purchased online in advance. Fans coming from the south of the stadium can enter the Black Lot via Camelback and 95th Avenue.

Where should my Uber drop me off at State Farm Stadium?

Fans using Uber or Lyft should be dropped off at the rideshare zone located on the south side of State Farm Stadium in the Black Lot (Cardinals Way between 95th and 91st Avenues).

Fans should exit the building through BetMGM Gate 1 or Bud Light Gate 3 and then walk south along the Black Lot path for pickup at the assigned location. Additional rideshare information is available online.

How do I get tickets for the Cardinals vs. Saints preseason game?

A limited number of seats are still available for Saturday’s game and can be purchased online. All tickets and parking passes are electronic, so fans are encouraged to pick them up in advance to get in quickly.

A Digital Ticketing Assistance team will be stationed at each entrance to guide fans with questions or if they need assistance.

Where can I attend a tailgate party for the Cardinals vs. Saints preseason game?

Fans can party on the Great Lawn stage starting at 1 p.m. The area spans more than eight acres and is open exclusively for pregame tailgating. Unlike regular season games, there will be no performances on the Great Lawn stage during the preseason.

Additional tailgating information is available online.

Who will sing the national anthem at the Cardinals vs. Saints preseason game?

Elle Sloan will sing the Star-Spangled Banner before kickoff on Saturday.

Will the new foods be available at State Farm Stadium?

The Cardinals and State Farm Stadium will offer their new food menu for the 2024 season during the preseason, with a cotton candy burrito starring on the new menu.

What can fans bring to State Farm Stadium?

All fans attending the event must undergo a mandatory security check before entry.

The NFL’s clear bag policy applies and fans are asked to limit the number of items they bring into the stadium.

Fans are permitted to bring one clear plastic bag measuring 12″ x 6″ x 12″ or one gallon plastic freezer bag or one small clutch bag, including purses no larger than 4.5″ x 6.5″. Clear backpacks, fanny packs and shoulder bags that do not exceed the permitted dimensions are also permitted to be brought inside.

Bags that do not meet the guidelines will not be allowed inside the stadium, but may be stored at a mobile bag storage facility outside the stadium. Storage will cost $20 per bag for the game.

The full list of prohibited items is available online.

Listen to the Cardinals-Saints game live on Saturday at 5 p.m. on the Arizona Sports app, ArizonaSports.com and 98.7.

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