Ravens home venue experience beyond the seat

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For the last 25 seasons, the National Football League (NFL) team Baltimore Ravens (US) have strived to provide a gameday experience worthy of The Flock (Baltimore Ravens fans) leading to an atmosphere and home field advantage that rivals any sports venue in the world.

‘baltimoreravens.com’ stated that and now, over the next three years (2024-2026), the Ravens will embark upon a series of significant projects that will evolve the gameday and year-round fan offerings at their home arena – the M&T Bank Stadium in Baltimore, Maryland (US) – as they enhance the experience beyond the seat.

The Baltimore Ravens are a professional American football team based in Baltimore (US). The Ravens compete in the National Football League (NFL) as a member of the American Football Conference North Division. The team plays its home games at the M&T Bank Stadium and is headquartered in Owings Mills, Maryland.

The 71,008-capacity M&T Bank Stadium is a multipurpose football stadium located in Baltimore, Maryland, United States. It has been the home of the Baltimore Ravens of the National Football League (NFL) since its opening in 1998.

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‘baltimoreravens.com’ further stated that in addition to substantial developments on the exterior plazas every level of the venue will undergo renovations – thus completely transforming the stadium experience for all and ensuring that the M&T Bank Stadium remains a world-class NFL and entertainment venue well into the future.
 

Below are the planned projects:

 

The Raven

This elevated club experience at the field level will feature thematic touches related to the team’s namesake, the poem The Raven. The club will offer the guests, both with seats and memberships, convenient access from the main concourse. Situated at the 50-yard line, all the members will enjoy a social bar area with seating, screens and climate control throughout the game.
 

Select Features:

• All-inclusive food and beverage (F&B) (beer, wine, liquor);
• Open two hours prior to kickoff and 90 minutes after the game;
• The Raven can accommodate 350 guests; and
• Access to club restrooms throughout the game.

Scheduled Completion: 2025
 

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The Trust

An ultra-premium field-level club with unique team access, The Trust will offer a lounge-like atmosphere with design touches reminiscent of early 1900’s Baltimore banks.
 

Select Features:

• View of the Ravens’ player tunnel at the 50-yard line;
• View of the Ravens’ post-game Press conference room;
• All-inclusive premium food & beverage (F&B) (beer, wine, luxury liquor);
• Open two hours prior to kickoff and 90 minutes after the game;
• Concierge service;
• Seating can accommodate 400 guests; and
• Shared boutique and restrooms.

Scheduled Completion: 2025
 

Champions Club

This field-level space offers a new club experience to the fans who want to add a premium option to their gameday through a Champions Club membership. The club will be home to two featured bars celebrating each of the Ravens’ Super Bowl victories with premium food and beverage (F&B).
 

Select Features:

• All-inclusive food and beverage (F&B);
• Premium bar experience;
• Open two hours prior to kickoff and 90 minutes after the game;
• Access to the club restrooms throughout the game; and
• The club can accommodate up to 350 guests.

Scheduled Completion: 2025
 
New York (US)-based the National Football League (NFL) is a professional American football league that consists of 32 teams divided equally between the American Football Conference and the National Football Conference.

The Super Bowl is the annual league championship game of the National Football League (NFL) of the United States. It has served as the final game of every NFL season since 1966 replacing the NFL Championship Game. Since 2022, the game has been played on the second Sunday in February.
 

Miller Lite Gatehouse and Roof Deck

A gateway to the M&T Bank Stadium, the Miller Lite Gatehouse and Roof Deck offer two levels of social space for the fans to experience before, during and after every home game. With a sports bar vibe, the fans can enjoy drinks and socializing on the main floor while surrounded by the video screens, or they can take in the sights from the rooftop deck and gather ‘Baltimore-style’ under string lights while taking in a City view. The Miller Lite Gatehouse and Roof Deck are located on the stadium’s East side just outside of Gate B.
 

Select Features:

• Over 5,000 sq ft on both levels;
• Each floor accommodates 350-400 people; and
• Dedicated restrooms on each floor.

Scheduled Completion: 2024
 

Field Seats

The Field Seat personal seat licences (PSLs) at the M&T Bank Stadium offer a novel experience and point of view that only a select few season ticket holders can have on gameday. Don’t miss out on being a part of this exclusive group.

A personal seat license, or PSL, is a paid license that entitles the holder the right to buy season tickets for a certain seat in a stadium.
 

Select Features:

• Premium hospitality;
• Preferred parking;
• Luxury seating;
• Unbeatable view;
• All-inclusive food and beverage (F&B) options; and
• Access to the private restrooms.

Scheduled Completion: 2024
 

The Black Wing

The guests of the M&T Bank Stadium will soon enjoy the best game-action view in the building from the most luxurious accommodations available. Situated just below the club level along the Ravens’ sideline, The Blackwing features 10 individual suites all connected to a private club that feels like a throwback to a speakeasy bar and lounge. This experience includes concierge service, high-end food and beverage (F&B) options, mixologists at the bar, featured cocktails, a special selection of bakery items from a pastry chef, and more.
 

Select Features:

• Includes parking service;
• Concierge service;
• All-inclusive food and beverage (F&B) in lounge and suites;
• Private restrooms in each suite; and
• Fully enclosed balcony with retractable glass.

Scheduled Completion: 2024
 

North Plaza

Serving as the Grand Entrance to the M&T Bank Stadium the revitalized North Plaza will feature two large structures flanking the gates. The West structure will include an open-air tailgate and concert venue with three levels of viewing, a main stage and an indoor sports bar on the main level that will quickly become the stadium’s premier pre-game destination. The East structure will feature a 7,000 sq ft retail space with a second-floor hospitality area that prominently features key pieces of Ravens artifacts and memorabilia providing the fans the unique ability to immerse themselves in the team history. This new plaza experience also provides an ideal location for events throughout the year.
 

Select Features:

• Performance stage;
• Light-emitting diode (LED) videoboards;
• Ravens retail store;
• Indoor sports bar;
• Ravens history experience;
• Event opportunities throughout the year; and
• Club Level access.

Scheduled Completion: 2025
 

Upper Concourse Expansion

Concourses on the Upper Level of the M&T Bank Stadium will expand in multiple areas providing fans in ‘The Perch’ additional space to enjoy unique food offerings and pre-game parties while enjoying the best views of the Charm City (Baltimore) on gameday.
 

Select Features:

• Over 12,000 sq ft of additional space to be added across three locations;
• Increase in restroom capacity; and
• Improved concourse circulation.

Scheduled Completion: TBD
 
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