Transit and approach
SEPTA Wilmington/Newark Regional Rail to Chester Transportation Center; a free shuttle service runs to/from Subaru Park starting 4 hours before Philadelphia Union matches.
Subaru Park is located in Chester, a considerable distance from Philadelphia, so plan to stay in Center City for nightlife and take the SEPTA Wilmington/Newark line to the Chester Transportation Center. A free match-day shuttle then completes the trip to the stadium on the Delaware River.
At a glance
- Bag policy
- Clear bag policy
- Cashless
- Cashless
- Re-entry
- No re-entry
- Gates open
- Gates open 2h before
- Outside food
- No outside food
- Getting here
- SEPTA Wilmington/Newark Regional Rail to Chester Transportation Center; a free shuttle service runs to/from Subaru Park starting 4 hours before Philadelphia Union matches.
- Family friendly
- Children 2 years of age and under do not require a ticket if sitting on a lap; the Subaru Plaza features various family-friendly games, activities, and pre-game concerts.
Home team:Philadelphia Union
No upcoming multi-sport weekend featuring Subaru Park on the calendar. See Philadelphia home weekends on the city hub →
Where to stay for Subaru Park
Center City Philadelphia (for nightlife) or the Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) corridor for convenient I-95 access.
See full Philadelphia stay guide →Arrival and exit strategy
Rideshare and parking
Rideshare: The designated rideshare drop-off and pick-up area is located in Lot E on Reaney Street, between Seaport Drive and West Front Street.
Parking: Parking lots open 5 hours before kickoff; fans are strongly encouraged to pre-purchase parking passes via SeatGeek as day-of availability is limited and more expensive.
After the event
Fans generally head back to Center City or South Philadelphia for late-night options; PJ Whelihan's inside the stadium serves fans through the end of the match.
The game-day experience
- Atmosphere area: Chester Waterfront, situated directly along the Delaware River beneath the Commodore Barry Bridge.
- Tailgating: Permitted in official parking lots but limited to the 2-foot area directly behind the vehicle. Tailgating in empty parking stalls is prohibited.
- Signature food: Romano’s Stromboli (known as a 'Bolie'), Chickie's & Pete's Crabfries, and the Union Match Day Chili.
- Fan tradition: Singing and dancing to 'DOOP' (by The Disco Boys) after every Union goal; the Sons of Ben supporters' march into the stadium.
- Pregame institution: The Larimer Beer Company (15 Engle Street, Chester, PA 19013)