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NFL draft in Pittsburgh: What to know about tickets, parking, schedule
TL;DR
The 2026 NFL Draft will take place in Pittsburgh from April 23 to April 25, featuring events at Acrisure Stadium and Point State Park. Key times include the first round at 8 p.m. on April 23 and the final rounds starting at noon on April 25.
Key points
- 2026 NFL Draft dates: April 23-25, 2026
- First round begins at 8 p.m. on April 23
- Second and third rounds start at 7 p.m. on April 24
- Final rounds start at noon on April 25
- Events at Acrisure Stadium and Point State Park
NFL Draft week is finally here and as construction crews are putting the finishing touches on both draft sites outside Acrisure Stadium and Point State Park in Pittsburgh, football fans will begin flocking to the Steel City to take in this year’s festivities.
Here is what you need to know for the 2026 NFL Draft in Pittsburgh, whether you are heading down for the festivities or watching from home.
When is the 2026 NFL Draft?
The 2026 NFL Draft will run from Thursday, April 23, to Saturday, April 25, outside of Acrisure Stadium and at Point State Park for the NFL Draft Experience.
The first round will begin at 8 p.m. on April 23, followed by the second and third rounds at 7 p.m. on April 24. Rounds four through seven will start at noon on April 25.
When do the draft campuses open each day for the 2026 NFL Draft?
The NFL Draft Experience at Point State Park and Acrisure Stadium will be open from noon to 10 p.m. on April 23-24. On April 25, the Draft Experience will be open from 9 a.m.-6 p.m.
The draft theater will be open from 5-11 p.m. on April 23 and 24 and from noon to 7 p.m. on April 25.
Where can I register for entry to the 2026 NFL Draft?
Fans interested in attending the draft can register for free entry to this year’s event by downloading the NFL OnePass app or visiting NFL.com/draftaccess to create an NFL account.
Once registered, fans can scan a QR code to enter the draft campuses each day of the draft. The NFL One Pass QR code is not a ticket into the draft theater.
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How can I get to the NFL Draft?
With several road closures affecting the North Shore and around Point State Park, Pittsburgh Regional Transit strongly encourages the use of public transportation on light rails and football flyer shuttles, which will transport fans in and out of the city.
Public transportation by PRT and its light rail system, the “T,” is now free.
Q&A
What are the dates for the 2026 NFL Draft in Pittsburgh?
The 2026 NFL Draft will be held from April 23 to April 25, 2026.
What time does the first round of the 2026 NFL Draft start?
The first round of the 2026 NFL Draft will start at 8 p.m. on April 23, 2026.
Where will the 2026 NFL Draft events take place in Pittsburgh?
Events for the 2026 NFL Draft will take place outside Acrisure Stadium and at Point State Park.
What time do the final rounds of the 2026 NFL Draft start?
Rounds four through seven of the 2026 NFL Draft will start at noon on April 25, 2026.
