Facility Overview

Gillette Stadium Lot 15A is a high-traffic, open-air surface parking facility situated in the South Marketplace sector of Patriot Place and the Gillette Stadium sports complex in Foxborough, Massachusetts. Positioned directly off Bass Pro Drive near the iconic Bass Pro Shops anchor store, this lot serves an integral dual function within the entertainment district: operating as convenient patron parking for Patriot Place's diverse retail and dining establishments, while also acting as the designated staging, pick-up, and drop-off zone for rideshare services (such as Uber and Lyft) and general passengers during stadium event operations.

As an outdoor surface lot with no overhead canopies, multi-story ramps, or ceiling structures, Lot 15A features completely unobstructed vertical clearance. This open layout makes it fully accessible to all standard passenger sedans, crossovers, full-size SUVs, extended-bed pickup trucks, and high-roof conversion vans. Standard vehicle stalls are lined on paved asphalt, with dedicated accessible stalls and clearly marked pedestrian pathways leading directly into the shopping promenade and stadium concourses.

Prime Location & Nearby Attractions

Lot 15A sits right at the doorsteps of some of New England’s most celebrated sports, entertainment, and shopping destinations:

• Gillette Stadium: Home of the NFL’s New England Patriots and MLS’s New England Revolution, as well as a premier tour stop for global stadium concert acts. The stadium gates (specifically the CVS Health and South Gates) are within a straightforward 5- to 8-minute walk (approx. 0.3 miles).
• Patriot Place South Marketplace: Positioned directly adjacent to the lot, offering immediate access to Bass Pro Shops Outdoor World, Trader Joe's, CVS, and numerous specialty retailers.
• Dining & Entertainment: Within 2 to 5 minutes on foot, guests can reach dining favorites including CBS The Lawn, Tavolino Pizza Gourmet, Six String Grill & Stage, and the Showcase Cinema de Lux Patriot Place.
• Hotels: Visiting out-of-towners can easily walk to both the Hilton Garden Inn Foxborough/Patriot Place and the Renaissance Boston Patriot Place Hotel in less than 7 to 10 minutes.

Access, Navigation & Transit Connectivity

Lot 15A is accessed primarily via Route 1 (Boston-Providence Turnpike), the central arterial highway linking Interstate 95 to the north (Exit 19) and Interstate 495 to the south (Exit 36A). Drivers turn onto Bass Pro Drive or Patriot Place South to enter the lot. Electronic dynamic message signs and Foxborough police details guide event-day traffic directly along dedicated lanes.

For those utilizing public transit, the Foxboro MBTA Commuter Rail Station is located on-site just minutes away on foot along the stadium perimeter, providing scheduled rail transit service between Boston’s South Station and Providence on major event days as well as regular weekday commuter runs. Additionally, because Lot 15/15A is designated as the primary stadium rideshare and passenger drop-off hub, app-based commuters can easily request rides to and from this exact staging footprint without violating local Route 1 drop-off ordinances.

Facility Amenities & Key Features

• Expansive Open-Air Parking: Generous outdoor surface bays with wide drive aisles allowing effortless maneuvering for oversized trucks and SUVs.
• Official Rideshare & Drop-Off Zone: The premier designated destination for Uber, Lyft, and personal passenger drop-off and pickup during Gillette Stadium concerts and games.
• Accessible Stalls (ADA): Designated disabled parking bays conveniently situated close to curb ramps and paved sidewalks.
• EV Charging Proximity: Enel X smart electric vehicle charging stations are positioned around adjacent Patriot Place shopping lots within brief walking distance.
• Lighting & Security: Thoroughly illuminated with elevated stadium-grade lighting towers and monitored by on-site Patriot Place security and local law enforcement details during operating hours.

Ideal For

• Retail & Grocery Shoppers: Daily visitors heading to Bass Pro Shops, Trader Joe’s, and surrounding South Marketplace boutiques.
• Patriot Place Diners & Cinema Guests: Patrons visiting local restaurants, sports bars, or the Showcase Cinema complex for an evening out.
• Rideshare Passengers & Drivers: Eventgoers meeting their Uber or Lyft drivers at the stadium’s regulated pickup point.
• Event Day Attendees: Visitors attending Patriots home games, Revolution matches, and mega-concerts seeking retail-side access.

Visitor & Driver Tips

During major stadium games and concerts, parking regulations in Lot 15A shift significantly. While everyday shopping parking is complimentary, event days enforce strict retail-only parking restrictions (often limited to two hours with time-stamped validation slips) to discourage unauthorized event parking. Those parking purely to shop or dine during event days must adhere closely to posted duration limits to avoid towing or citations.

For rideshare passengers departing after major events, expect high pedestrian volumes heading down the pedestrian path from the CVS Health Gate toward Lot 15. Cellular networks can become congested immediately following a stadium event; requesting your ride slightly ahead of time or connecting to venue Wi-Fi where available will streamline your pickup. If driving, plan to arrive at least two to three hours before kickoff or showtime to avoid intense Route 1 gridlock.