2026 NFL Draft in Pittsburgh - April 23-25

General Information

How do I access the 2026 NFL Draft in Pittsburgh April 23-25?

The 2026 NFL Draft is comprised of the NFL Draft Experience which is FREE for all ages, and the Draft Theater for invited ticket holders. For free entry to the Draft Experience, fans are required to register for their NFL OnePass QR code at NFL.com/draftaccess. All adults 18 or older would have to register individually, adults can register up to 5 minors and they would all use the same QR code. For the Draft Theater, seating is only available to invited ticket holders, however, as seats become available, fans will have an opportunity to be selected for standing room and other seating depending upon availability, usually for Friday and Saturday only. More information about the backfill fan seating for the Draft Theater to come soon. Download the NFL OnePass app to access all the most up to date details, including player and legend autograph appearance schedules, maps and transportation information, FAQs and other important information to enhance your Draft experience. Visit NFL.com/onepass to download.

When will the 2026 NFL Draft be held?

The 2026 NFL Draft presented by Bud Light will take place Thursday, April 23 through Saturday, April 25, 2026

Draft Experience Hours:

• April 23: 12pm—10pm ET

• April 24: 12pm—10pm ET

• April 25: 9am—6pm ET

Draft Theater Hours:

• April 23: 5pm—11pm ET (approximate)

• April 24: 5pm—11pm ET (approximate)

• April 25: 12pm—7pm ET (approximate)

Where is the 2026 NFL Draft presented by Bud Light located?

The 2026 NFL Draft will take place in Pittsburgh Pennsylvania in the lots surrounding Acrisure Stadium and Point State Park.

How do I access both Point State Park and Acrisure Stadium?

There will be fan entries at both locations and a fan map showing these entries will be published by April 10, 2026. For fans moving between both sites, you will utilize the Roberto Clemente Bridge. The pedestrian bridge will not be utilized for this event due to public safety concerns with anticipated crowd size. There will be ADA mobility assistance available and an ADA accessibility guide will be published by April 10, 2026.

How can I watch the 2026 NFL Draft on television?

The 2026 NFL Draft presented by Bud Light will be televised nationally by NFL Network, ABC, ESPN and ESPN Deportes.

On-air coverage of the 2026 NFL Draft presented by Bud Light will begin at the times listed below:

• April 23 (Thursday): 8 PM ET /7 PM CT – NFL Network, ABC, ESPN, ESPN Deportes (Spanish)
• April 24 (Friday): 7 PM ET / 6 PM CT – NFL Network, ABC, ESPN, ESPN Deportes (Spanish)
• April 25 (Saturday): Noon ET / 11 AM CT – NFL Network, ABC, ESPN, ESPN Deportes (Spanish)

For more information on NFL Network's Draft Week Coverage, visit https://www.nfl.com/network/events/nfl-draft.

What is the schedule of activities?

Please download the NFL OnePass app at nfl.com/onepass for information on the timing and location of events.

Are there VIP packages for purchase?

Yes, NFL On Location is our partner and their Draft packages are available NOW below. All remaining fans with NFL OnePass QR code for FREE entry would have GENERAL ADMISSION access (no seats inside the Draft Theater):

Visit the On Location website: https://onlocationexp.com/nfl/nfl-draft-tickets

How can I get to the 2026 NFL Draft?

For the 2026 NFL Draft presented by Bud Light in Pittsburgh, fan parking will resemble game day at Acrisure Stadium.

Are there concerts or performances going on during the NFL Draft?

Yes, more information regarding the FREE concerts will be released in the coming weeks prior to Day 1 of the NFL Draft

Visit NFL.com/OnePass for your free entry to the NFL Draft Concert Series presented by Bud Light.

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