HOUSTON — With Vice President Kamala Harris in Houston for a campaign rally expected to be at Shell Energy Stadium, here is what you need to know before you go.
Although the details of the Harris rally haven't been revealed by her campaign, Houston's downtown district emailed an advisory on Thursday afternoon on behalf of the Houston Police Department. The advisory said the rally will be held at Shell Energy Stadium -- just east of downtown.
Shell Energy Stadium is home to the Houston Dynamo FC and Houston Dash men’s and women’s soccer teams. The facility is located at 2200 Texas Avenue near Emancipation Avenue just southeast of the Eastex Freeway in downtown Houston.
While there is parking available for the stadium, guests are encouraged to consider carpooling, taking public transit, walking, or biking to help avoid traffic.
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Parking and transportation at Shell Energy Stadium
- Parking: Shell Energy Stadium has designated parking in Lots B and C on its north side, with availability and pricing subject to change depending on game schedules and events. Limited street parking is also available in the surrounding areas on a first-come, first-served basis.
- Ride Share: For ride-share users, a convenient pick-up and drop-off zone is available at the corner of Hutchins and Walker Streets.
- Rail: The METRORail drops off fans right at the EaDo Stadium Station, serving the Green and Purple Lines. For specific route information, check METRORail’s website.
- Bus: METROLift buses service the stadium, an excellent option for those requiring ADA-accessible transportation. Schedules and maps are available on METROLift’s website.
- Bicycling: Bike racks are located at all stadium entrances, and helmets are permitted inside if they can be stored under the seat.
Does Shell Energy Stadium have a clear bag policy?
For security, all bags and individuals entering Shell Energy Stadium are subject to visual inspection and metal detector screening. Entry may be denied for refusal to comply.
- Bag Policy: Bags are limited to a size of 8.5 inches by 5.5 inches. Bags can be clear or not clear material. Backpacks, coolers, large purses, computer bags, and other oversized items are not allowed. Exceptions are made for medical and childcare needs.
Permitted Items
Guests may bring the following items:
- Service Animals: ADA-compliant service animals, specifically dogs and miniature horses, are permitted.
- Bags: Small bags (8.5 inches by 5.5 inches or smaller) are allowed.
- Banners and signs: Banners no larger than 4 feet by 8 feet are permitted if they don’t obstruct views, stadium signage, or contain offensive language.
- Personal items: Cameras with lenses under 8 inches, binoculars, blankets, small battery-powered devices, and one empty plastic bottle (up to 34 ounces) are allowed. Strollers and umbrellas must fit under a seat or be checked at guest services if larger.
Prohibited Items
To ensure safety, the stadium restricts the following items:
- Oversized bags: Bags larger than 8.5 inches by 5.5 inches, unless they contain childcare or medical supplies.
- Noisemakers: Air horns, megaphones, cowbells, and similar items.
- Inflated objects: Including soccer balls, beach balls, and frisbees.
- Hazardous items: Flares, fireworks, flammable liquids, laser pointers, drones, and weapons.
- Outside food and drink: Exceptions are limited to empty plastic bottles for water refills.
- Recording devices: Professional video or audio recording equipment is not permitted.
Shell Energy Stadium capacity
Shell Energy Stadium, which is part of the Stadium District that includes the George R. Brown Convention Center, Minute Maid Park, and the Toyota Center, has a capacity of 20,656 capacity.
Here is a breakdown of the seating chart.
