Quick Fact
As of 2026, 12 NFL stadiums have either fixed or retractable roofs—about a third of the league’s 32 venues.
Geographic Context
These roofs keep both players and fans comfortable, no matter how bad the weather gets. You’ll find domed stadiums from Green Bay’s frozen tundra (Lambeau Field) to the scorching Arizona desert (State Farm Stadium), proving these structures aren’t just for snowball fights.
Key Details
| Stadium | City | Team | Roof Type | Capacity | Opened |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SoFi Stadium | Inglewood, CA | Los Angeles Rams & Chargers | Retractable | 70,240 | 2020 |
| Allegiant Stadium | Las Vegas, NV | Las Vegas Raiders | Retractable | 65,000 | 2020 |
| Mercedes-Benz Stadium | Atlanta, GA | Atlanta Falcons | Retractable | 71,000 | 2017 |
| Caesars Superdome | New Orleans, LA | New Orleans Saints | Fixed | 76,468 | 1975 |
| AT&T Stadium | Arlington, TX | Dallas Cowboys | Retractable | 80,000 | 2009 |
| Ford Field | Detroit, MI | Detroit Lions | Fixed | 65,000 | 2002 |
| U.S. Bank Stadium | Minneapolis, MN | Minnesota Vikings | Fixed | 66,655 | 2016 |
| Lambeau Field | Green Bay, WI | Green Bay Packers | Fixed (heated field) | 81,441 | 1957 (renovated 2013) |
| Caesars Forum | Las Vegas, NV | Las Vegas Raiders (practice) | Fixed | 65,000 | 2020 |
| Paycom Center | Oklahoma City, OK | Oklahoma City Thunder (multi-use) | Fixed | 18,203 | 2002 |
| GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium | Kansas City, MO | Kansas City Chiefs | Fixed (partial roof over club seats) | 76,416 | 1972 (expanded 2010) |
| Empower Field at Mile High | Denver, CO | Denver Broncos | Fixed (underground field heating) | 76,125 | 2001 |
Interesting Background
Nowadays, retractable roofs use fancy materials like PTFE-coated fiberglass (SoFi’s roof is a great example) to let in natural light while keeping out rain and UV rays. Some stadiums, like AT&T Stadium, can close their roofs in under 12 minutes thanks to massive motorized trusses weighing 720,000 pounds. Here’s the wildest part: Lambeau Field’s 2013 renovation added an underground heating system that keeps the field at 65°F even when the air outside is −20°F. No more frozen turf, no matter how brutal the Wisconsin winter gets.
Practical Information
- Ticket pricing: Warmer-climate domes (SoFi, Allegiant) often charge more for tickets because of their premium features, while northern domes (Ford Field, U.S. Bank Stadium) usually have cheaper tickets for winter games.
- Accessibility: All NFL stadiums meet ADA standards, but retractable roofs can slow down entry during bad weather while crews secure the panels. Show up 90 minutes early if the roof’s moving.
- Weather resilience: Fixed-roof stadiums like the Superdome or Ford Field almost never cancel games for weather. Retractable roofs (Mercedes-Benz, AT&T) might close if winds hit over 40 mph—check the NFL’s roof policies before heading out.
- Surrounding attractions: SoFi Stadium sits next to the Hollywood Park entertainment district. Allegiant Stadium is just 15 minutes from the Las Vegas Strip. Traffic and parking can be a nightmare—expect to pay $50–$200 depending on how close you want to get.
