PITTSBURGH, PA — As Acrisure Stadium turns 25 this season, a number of enhancements have been made to it that fans will notice on Sunday when the Steelers open the 2026 season against the Atlanta Falcons.
Steelers officials on Wednesday announced the upgrades - which include a new playing surface, expanded food offerings, enhanced in-game entertainment and more.
Here are the key enhancements:
1933 Club Presented by Heinz: The premium club delivers an elevated, all-inclusive gameday experience that includes upscale dining and beverages, lounge spaces, an expansive center bar, grab-and-go offerings, screens throughout the club and exclusive views of the Steelers locker room entrance and player tunnel and direct access to the 100-level concourse.
Acrisure Stadium Playing Surface: Over the offseason, the field was changed to Tahoma 31 Bermudagrass sod grown on plastic, with turf for the regular season supplied by Tuckahoe Turf Farms in New Jersey. The new turf has a lighter green hue and won't develop the classic mowed-in stripe pattern.
New In-Game Reatures & Entertainment: A new suite of in-game enhancements will include bold new graphics, visual content and live performances.
Ford Fan Zone Stage: A dedicated stage has been added inside the stadium, giving the ability to host in-game musical performances from DJs to bands. This new addition is located in the southwest corner of the south endzone, just above the Ford Fan Zone.
Branding, Graphics and Content: Fans can expect fresh new branding in the stadium bowl and throughout the campus, new scoreboard features that put the spotlight on fans and offer chances to win prizes, and a reimagined pregame intro sequence featuring new video content and entertainment that honors both the team's traditions and its hometown roots. Fans will also enjoy a new in-stadium television system throughout the concourses, clubs, and suites.
Gameday Magazine: The Steelers Gameday magazine has been reimagined from a traditional magazine to a fresh new multi-panel fold out. Compact, interactive and easily digestible, essential gameday information – from player rosters to a stadium map – is available at a glance.
New Food & Beverage: Powered by Aramark Sports + Entertainment, the additions spotlight elevated takes on classic favorites and Pittsburgh-inspired twists.
• Fourth and Flav Nacho will serve upscale nacho options at the Nachos Portables in sections 118, 505, 516, 518, 529, and 534.
• Dippin Dots will be available at all Steel City Classics Stands - 124, 146, 515, 539, at 108 goal line, and 524 West End Grill.
• Pierogies N'at, which blends comfort food flavors with unexpected toppings will be available at the Pittsburgh Pierogies Stand at section 119.
• The Immaculate Refreshment featuring Vodka, OJ and Starry and served in a Steelers logo mini-Gatorade cooler cup available to fans 21+ with a valid government issued ID at 109 Steelhouse and 128 Steelhouse.
• Three Little Pigs – a new Pittsburgh-style twist on a classic pig in a blanket will be served at the Goal Line Stand at section 124.
New offerings in the club areas:
• West and UPMC East Clubs – All Steel City Markets will offer Kale & Berry Salads and Dippin Dots; the clubs will also offer a new Pittsburgh-inspired Yinzer Wrap. Additionally, Pick 6 Sammies, which feature kiosk self-order and checkout will now offer Alla Famiglia Hot Sausage Sandwiches, Steel City Steak Salads, House Smash Burgers, and Chicken Tenders & Seasoned Fries.
• North Club will offer Kale & Berry Salads, Fourth and Flav Nachos, and Dippin Dots. • PNC Champions Club will offer Fourth and Flav Nachos and Black & Gold Chicken & Waffle Sandwiches.
FEATURED DESTINATIONS
NFL Draft Countdown Clock: The 2026 NFL Draft Countdown Clock, which marked the days until Pittsburgh hosted the 2026 NFL Draft, has been relocated from the Great Lawn to the Gate A lawn, right next to the outdoor playing field.
2026 NFL Draft Exhibit: The Hall of Honor Museum is a celebration of all things Steelers, and this year the museum is undertaking a new display to commemorate the 2026 NFL Draft.
TribLIVE Terrace: The space will showcase original articles and newspapers dating from 1975 through the early 2000s, offering fans a walk down memory lane through some of the most memorable moments in Steelers history.
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