What you need to know for NFL Draft weekend

Key Points:

• The 2026 NFL Draft will take place in Downtown Pittsburgh and the North Shore from April 23-25, with events spread across Point State Park and the North Shore, connected by the Roberto Clemente Bridge, which will be closed to vehicle traffic.
• Attendees must register for free entry via the NFL OnePass app or on-site, with the app providing essential information on event schedules, transportation, and regulations; VIP tickets and packages are also available.
• Pittsburgh Regional Transit will increase service with special “Football Flyer” buses running frequently from various park-and-ride locations, and free fares on the Monongahela Incline and light rail lines during the draft days.
• Significant road closures will affect multiple streets and bridges in phases from late March through early May, requiring early arrival, carpooling, and use of transit apps like NFL OnePass, Ready2Ride, and ParkPGH for real-time parking and traffic updates.
• Strict bag and item policies are enforced for safety, allowing only clear bags of specific dimensions and prohibiting alcohol, weapons, large signs, drones, noisemakers, and professional recording equipment; strollers and small cameras are permitted with inspection.