The stadium's roof covers 70 percent of the seats but leaves the playing field open to the elements.
The stadium structure incorporates over 16,000 tons of steel in its framing.
It is acoustically designed to direct crowd noise back onto the field to create a home-field advantage.
The venue hosted the first-ever MLS Cup final to be held in a stadium specifically built for soccer in 2009.
The stadium was renamed from CenturyLink Field to Lumen Field in 2020.
The site includes a dedicated permanent art installation titled 'The Torch' which is a 70-foot steel sculpture.
The facility is designed to withstand seismic activity common to the Pacific Northwest region.
Lumen Field is a multi-purpose stadium in Seattle serving as the home turf for the Seattle Seahawks (NFL) and Seattle Sounders FC (MLS). The facility features a distinct open-air design with a signature cantilevered roof covering most of the seating area. It was constructed on the former site of the Kingdome and utilizes a FieldTurf artificial playing surface. The stadium's architecture is specifically engineered to amplify crowd noise, frequently cited as one of the loudest venues in professional sports. It occupies 30 acres in the SoDo neighborhood. The complex includes the adjacent Lumen Field Event Center for trade shows and smaller indoor gatherings. The venue is fully accessible and maintains a clear bag policy for all public events.
The North Plaza, where 'The Torch' sculpture stands against the backdrop of the downtown Seattle skyline.
Download the official stadium app before arrival for mobile ticketing and real-time concourse wait times.
Dress in layers, as the open-air design leaves the seating areas exposed to unpredictable Seattle weather.
Check the stadium's official 'Prohibited Items' list before arriving, as they strictly enforce a clear bag policy.
Do not attempt to bring large backpacks or non-clear bags, as there are no storage lockers on-site and entry will be denied.
Open primarily for scheduled sporting events and concerts; the stadium and public areas are restricted during non-event days.
Strict clear bag policy; professional cameras with detachable lenses are prohibited unless authorized.
