NRG Stadium - Home of the Houston Texans
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July 2, 2026
NRG Stadium is one of the premier venues in the NFL, and stands as a technological showpiece – the ground was the first in the competition to feature a retractable roof.
Despite only being opened in 2002, NRG Stadium has already developed a history and reputation of its own, with fans heading to the venue well aware that they will be met with an intense atmosphere.
Home to the Houston Texans, the more-than-$250m build is part of a group of stadiums under the NRG umbrella.
Regulars stateside may also know the ground for the Texas Bowl and Texas Kickoff Game, and football supporters from around the globe will become familiar with NRG Stadium when it open its doors this summer as one of the host venues for the 2026 World Cup.
NRG Stadium in the global spotlight at World Cup 2026
NRG Stadium is taking centre stage at the 2026 World Cup, hosting seven matches in total – five group-stage fixtures and two knockout ties. During the tournament, the venue is operating as Houston Stadium in line with FIFA regulations prohibiting corporate-sponsored names.
Local officials expect the tournament to generate around $1.5 billion in economic impact through visitor spending, hotel stays, tax revenue and event-related activity, underlining the significance of the competition for both the stadium and the wider city.
The venue, home of the NFL’s Houston Texans, will temporarily be known as Houston Stadium during the World Cup due to FIFA regulations prohibiting corporate sponsorship names.
NRG Stadium to become Reliant Stadium from August 2026
NRG Stadium is currently operating as Houston Stadium for the duration of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, in line with FIFA’s clean-venue policy prohibiting corporate-sponsored names. The NRG branding was removed from the stadium in April ahead of the tournament.
In a move welcomed by Houstonians, NRG Energy confirmed in April 2026 that the venue will revert to its original name -Reliant Stadium, when the World Cup concludes, with new signage in place before the Houston Texans’ first preseason game in August. The change was approved by the Harris County Sports & Convention Corporation following a survey showing 90% of Houston-area customers supported the return of the Reliant name.
The stadium opened as Reliant Stadium in 2002, before being renamed NRG Stadium in 2014 when NRG Energy acquired Reliant’s consumer business. The surrounding complex will also revert to Reliant Park.
By car
One can easily drive to the NRG Stadium, which is located on Kirby Drive, between Interstate 610 and Old Spanish Trail. Once fans get to the stadium, there are numerous parking options. The closest parking lots are blue, purple, red, green, and teal.
It is possible to tailgate at the parking lot for a maximum of four hours before the start of the game. The ground has more than 25,000 parking spots, which would take away any anxiety about finding a spot. There are driving directions available on the official site, but taking a trip to the stadium is not so difficult. One can also use satnav the following address:
- 8825 Kirby Drive, Houston, TX 77054
Those using a bike can also find appropriate parking near the ground. A sign of the changing times is the availability of many charging locations so that electric car users do not get left behind.
By public transport
Fans can also use public transport to get to the NRG Stadium, which is well connected to these means. The METRORail Red Line will take fans directly to the ground as long as they get off at the Astrodome/Stadium Park stop. The journey from the central main station will take only around 25 minutes.
As a modern stadium, it is unsurprising to find a wealth of accessibility features for disabled spectators. The stadium has been built to meet the requirements set by the American Disabilities Act. Different facilities are available for guests who have difficulty with hearing, vision, and mobility.
For example, sign interpreters are available to assist those with hearing problems. Assisted listening devices are also available on the ground for such individuals.
Wheelchair escorts are available through guest services for those with mobility problems. Those with vision problems can use service animals at the stadium. Customer care services are available for making these requests. For special requests like sign interpreters, fans have to make a request at least 14 days prior to arrival so that such requests can be met.
NRG Park have provided an in-depth accessibility guide for visiting supporters, including parking and transport advice.
Ticket prices for watching the Houston Texans vary wildly, depending on the area of NRG Stadium fans wish to sit in, as well as the opposition and competition on display.
As a rough guideline, prices for seats in the lower-level of the ground can run you upwards of $140, while the cheapest tickets in the house can be found – on occasion – for around $60.
However, given that tickets for live entertainment in the United States often cost exorbitant fees, some spots in NRG Stadium can go for almost $3000.
NRG Stadium has hosted football (soccer) matches in the past, including three games at the 2024 Copa America. This included Mexico’s 1-0 win against Jamaica, and Argentina’s penalty shootout victory against Ecuador in the quarter-finals.
NRG Stadium is one of the host venues at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with seven matches being played at the 72,220-seater facility. Five of these were group stage clashes, with Brazil’s 2-1 Round of 32 victory over Japan the most recent fixture to be held at the ground. Canada’s Round of 16 clash against Morocco on 4 July is the final match scheduled at the venue, which is Independence Day in the United States.
Group Stage
June 14, 2026 – Germany vs Curacao (Group E)
June 17, 2026 – Portugal vs DR Congo(Group K)
June 20, 2026 – Netherlands vs Sweden (Group F)
June 23, 2026 – Portugal vs Uzbekistan (Group K)
June 26, 2026 – Cabo Verde vs Saudi Arabia (Group H)
Knockout Stage
June 29, 2026 – Brazil vs Japan – Round of 32
July 4, 2026 – Canada vs Morocco
The ground operators provide stadium tours. These tours tend to be available at different times in the calendar year. For the most part, they are scheduled in the morning and noon on Tuesdays and Thursdays. As per the Visit Houston website, “The tours, which last about an hour, take place Tuesdays and Thursdays at 10:15 am, noon, and 2 pm.”
The tour will allow fans to see one of the modern stadiums from inside. This sophisticated stadium includes a retractable roof for the first time in NFL history, and the stadium tour undoubtedly includes a comprehensive look at this splendid technology. Furthermore, fans can visit the press box, the visiting team’s locker room, the field view of the turf, and more.
There will also be access to premium seating areas, including the party suite and club level. If any maintenance works are being scheduled, these facilities may be inaccessible. It is recommended that fans get in touch with the stadium operators to make their schedule.
The rates for entry would be $6 for adults and $5 for kids. Any children under two years of age can enter the stadium for free. The tickets for the stadium tour will also include parking, which can be done at the blue lot.
The Houston Texans’ local rivals include:
- Indianapolis Colts
- Jacksonville Jaguars
- Tennessee Titans
Record Attendance
- Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo in 2019: 80,108
Average Attendance – Houston Texans Matches in the NFL
- 2024-2025: 71,263 (NFL)
- 2023-2024: 71,193 (NFL)
- 2022-2023: 67,911 (NFL)
- 2021-2022: 66,811 (NFL)
- 2020-2021: 12,400 (NFL)
- 2019-2020: 71,793 (NFL)
- 2018-2019: 71,804 (NFL)
- 2017-2018: 71,774 (NFL)
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