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Q2 Stadium

Located in North Austin, Q2 Stadium is the state-of-the-art, 20,738-seat home of Austin FC. Opened in 2021, this soccer-specific venue features a signature canopy, natural grass, and innovative breathable mesh seats.

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What is Q2 Stadium and where is it located?

Q2 Stadium is a state-of-the-art, soccer-specific venue located in the North Burnet section of North Austin, Texas, at 10414 McKalla Place.

Who plays at the stadium and what is its seating capacity?

The stadium is the home of Austin FC, a Major League Soccer team. It has a seating capacity of 20,738.

What unique architectural features does the stadium have?

The stadium features a natural grass playing surface and a signature canopy structure that provides shade and coverage for all seats. Additionally, about 30% of the seats utilize breathable mesh seating technology, and it is the first stadium in the world to install 100% tunable RGB LED field lighting.

What accessibility services are available at the stadium?

The venue offers ramps, elevators, wheelchair escort services, closed captioning, and assisted listening devices. It also features a specialized Sensory Room for fans with sensory needs.

What should I check before going?

Use Gyde for context, then check official sources for current hours, tickets, construction, and closures.

What to know

Located at 10414 McKalla Place in the North Burnet section of North Austin, Q2 Stadium is a state-of-the-art, soccer-specific venue. The stadium broke ground on September 9, 2019, and officially opened on June 16, 2021. Its inaugural event was an exciting international friendly match between the United States Women's National Team and Nigeria. The stadium serves as the home ground for Major League Soccer’s Austin FC, which began its play in 2021 alongside its official naming-rights sponsor, Q2. Beyond MLS matches, this 20,738-seat venue has quickly become a premier destination for international sports, hosting the U.S. Men's and Women's National Teams a total of six times within its first three years. It is also designed to accommodate a wide range of other events, including concerts, community activities, and private functions. Architecturally, Q2 Stadium is highly advanced. It features a natural grass playing surface and a signature canopy structure designed to provide shade and coverage for all of its seats. Notably, about 30% of the stadium's seats utilize breathable mesh seating technology, making it home to the most breathable mesh seats of any major league venue in the world. Additionally, it is the first stadium globally to feature a field lighting system comprised of 100% tunable RGB LED lights. The venue is highly accessible, offering ramps, elevators, wheelchair escort services, closed captioning, and assisted listening devices. There is even a specialized Sensory Room designed to accommodate fans with sensory needs. The partnership between Q2 and Austin FC also extends beyond the pitch, operating community-giving initiatives tied to their stadium partnership.

Visitor tips

  • All parking transactions at the stadium's on-site and off-site lots are strictly cashless.
  • If attending a weekday evening event, note that the Teal Lot does not open until 5:30 PM.
  • Submit any ADA accommodation requests at least four days prior to your scheduled event.
  • Fans with sensory needs can access a specialized Sensory Room inside the stadium.

Nearby context

Situated in the North Burnet section of North Austin, Q2 Stadium has become a vibrant anchor for this rapidly growing area. Visitors can easily navigate the surrounding district, with the stadium itself accessible via multiple entry points including McKalla Place, Rutland Drive, and Aguilar Street off Braker Lane.

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