Jaguars fans navigate stadium construction during home opener at EverBank Stadium

Jacksonville Jaguars fans faced significant logistical hurdles during the team’s home opener at EverBank Stadium on September 13, 2026. Ongoing, multi-phase renovations at the venue caused severe parking shortages and forced fans to navigate complex construction sites to reach the gates. These infrastructure projects have reduced stadium capacity to 42,500 seats for the season and limited the team to six true home games. Attendees reported higher costs for both tickets and parking due to the constrained supply and altered traffic patterns. Despite these disruptions, large crowds arrived early to secure spots and maintain traditional tailgating routines. Fans expressed that the logistical challenges are a necessary trade-off for preserving the home-field environment during the construction period.

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