BBVA Compass Stadium (Houston)

BBVA Compass Stadium is an American multi-purpose stadium located in Houston, Texas, where Houston Dynamo is located, Major League Football Club, Houston Dash National Women’s Football League and Texas Southern Tigers football.

The stadium is the result of a joint commitment of $ 35.5 million. USA from the city of Houston and $ 60 million. USA from Houston Dynamo. Harris County agreed to pay half of the land in exchange for the possibility of joint ownership of the stadium after its completion date in May 2012. BBVA Compass, a subsidiary of Banco Bilbao Vizcaya Argentaria, is a stadium sponsoring company.

The stadium is located on a stretch of land bordering Texas, Walker, Emancipation and Hutchins in the East Center and east of Interstate 69 / US 59 and downtown Houston.

Basic information

Official website: http://www.bbvacompassstadium.com/ 

Arena capacity: 22,039 spectators 

Address: 2200 Texas Ave, Houston, TX 77003, USA. 

GPS coordinates for the navigator: 29 ° 45,132′N 95 ° 21,144′W 

Year of construction: May 12, 2012 

Cost of construction: 104 million dollars 

Field: “Celebration” Bermuda grass with dimensions of 115 yards × 73 yards (105 m × 67 m) 

Seating Plan BBVA Compass

Dynamo Bench & Visitor Bench

1. Dynamo Bench — The Dynamo sideline is in front of Section 105.
2. Bench for visitors — the side line for visitors is in front of section 107.

Shaded & Covered Seats

About half of all seats in the BBVA Compass stadium offer some type of shade or cover. Below is a sample of the seats that are at least partially covered or shaded at different times of the day.

• Lines A and above in section 137 are covered;
• Lines A and above in section 203 are covered;
• CC lines and higher in section 202 are covered;
• Lines A and above in section 206A are covered.

Presidential Club

Located in the center of the circle on the player’s side, seats in the Presidential Club are rightfully considered the best places in the match for Houston Dynamo.These seats combine excellent seating with exclusive amenities to create the best possible gaming day.

Ticket holders will enter the stadium through the private entrance to the West Club and will have access to the President lounge, which serves snacks. Additional amenities include access to private toilets, on-site drinks and convenient large stadiums with cup holders.

Club places

If you are looking for high-class impressions in the next game with Dynamo, think about club chairs on the west side of the stadium. Lly chairs, consisting of only three lower and three upper sections, offer fans the best views of the field.

In addition to excellent waiting areas, ticket holders will have access to the exclusive West Club, which offers field views, additional seating options and upscale concession options — all under climate control.

Field locations

For experience, like no other, consider the Field Places, which line the northern and eastern ends of the field. Limited to only one row of seats, each cartridge will have a front row view from the same point of view as the players.

In addition to unforgettable impressions, Field Seat ticket holders will have access to the West Club and Bud Light Lounge — ideal exits to fight the heat, grab a cold one or chat with friends.

Each field seat is a soft folding chair with access to the cup holder. Being in place, you can use the drink on the spot.

Support section

Sections 215-217 make up the Fans Section, where fans must stand, sing and sing throughout the match.

Premium seating

Party suites

Party suites at BBVA Compass Stadium offer great views of all the best field activities for groups of 14 to 48 people. Three separate suites are available for individual rental or can be converted into one large space, perfect for parties and special events. Prices vary depending on the event. In Levy restaurants you can order food in the suite. Guests can also easily access concessions in the hall.

Party Suite Features:

• Accommodation for up to 18 (eighteen) guests in a Party Suite;
• Two (2) parking tickets available for the suite;
• Climate controlled environment;
• Nine (9) rows from the field;
• Premium In-Suite options for food and hospitality;
• Flat screen televisions;
• Soft seat for the stadium;
• Unique interior.

Presidential Club

Membership in the Presidential Club provides fans with the most unique VIP viewing and entertainment experiences at the BBVA Compass Stadium. The number of these ultra-exclusive places is limited. They are located on the west side of the stadium, right by the Audi Sports Club and the terrace overlooking the midfield. This is the best place to enjoy the game, communicating and communicating with other business leaders of Houston.

Presidential Club Package

• All home games “Dynamo”;
• Dynamo playoffs (except MLS Cup);
• Package of Audi Sport Club products and drinks (only Dynamo games);
• First Right of Refusal — for the Hein Dinamo/Dash Event Stadium;
• On-site waiters/waitresses (only for Dynamo and Tire games);
• Access to the private president’s club to the BBVA Compass President rest room (only for Dynamo);
• VIP President Club parking — (Dynamo only);
• VIP Back Of House Experience Experience (Dynamo only);
• Ability to access the BBVA Compass Vault;
• B2B network invitation to the event;
• Display title on Audi Sport Club Terrace Wall.

Additional benefits:

• Private entrance through the Audi Sport Club lobby;
• Access to the closed rest rooms of Audi Sport Club;
• Using Audi Sport Club for one (1) hour after the event;
• Soft leather seats;
• Invitation to a private event “Meet the team day”;
• Discounts on Dinamo individual tickets, group tours and apartment rentals;
• Access to the online ticket manager;
• Personal Dynamo Account Manager — Ticket and customer service.

Lease term:

• Option 2 years;
• Option 3 years.

Suites

The BBVA Compass Stadium Suite offers the most exclusive, varied and affordable entertainment in Houston. Each suite offers a breathtaking view just nine rows from the field, climate control and many wonderful VIP benefits.

Benefits:

• Access to all BBVA Compass Stadium tournaments, including the Houston Dynamo and Houston Dash games, the Texas Southern University football matches, international football matches, concerts and other side events;
• Fourteen (14) tickets to the event with the possibility of buying additional space;
• Two (2) parking spaces in suite;
• Premium In-Suite options for food and hospitality;
• Separate entrance through Audi Sport Club Lobby & Bud Light Patio;
• Access to the Audi sports club at all stadiums;
• Using Suite & Audi Sport Club for one (1) hour after the event;
• Access to VIP-room relaxation — Audi Sport Club & Bud Light Lounge;
• Access to the BBVA Compass Vault;
• The priority of buying additional tickets for all events of the stadium;
• Invitation to the annual tasting menu for owners of suites;
• Invitation to a private meeting with the team and other VIP events throughout the year;
• Annual gift to the holder of a suite;
• Personal manager — the need for tickets and customer service;
• Ticket manager online.

Features Luxury:

• Climate controlled environment;
• Nine (9) rows from the field;
• Flat screen televisions;
• Soft seat for the stadium;
• Unique interior.

Lease Term: 3 years

Where to buy tickets?

The ticket office is located on the north side of the stadium opposite Section 118 on Texas Street on Bastrop Street. The ticket office is open from Monday to Friday, as well as on event days.

Tickets are also available online on our AXS website.

Opening hours

Normal hours:

Monday-Friday: from 9:00 to 17:00.

Days of events: the times are changing. Please call the switch for information.

Honestly, visiting Dynamo Houston can cost a little more if you want to “do it” at the BBVA Compass stadium. Tickets for one game range from 29 to 109 dollars, if you buy them directly at the club, and parking prices and the concessions have already been mentioned, but you have options in these areas.

In any case, the cost of the Houston Dynamo games at the BBVA Compass stadium is not inferior to the cost of the MLS and the rest of the professional sports franchises of Houston. Take this into account when planning your visit.

How to get there?

Getting to the Houston Dynamo Games is surprisingly easy, given the legendary traffic problems that are a hallmark of the city of Houston. Parking in the vicinity of BBVA Compass Stadium is ample and can be bought for as little as $ 9 per game night. In addition, sections B and C, which are located directly in front of the stadium, charge $ 25 for parking on game nights.

You can easily reach BBVA Compass Stadium by car on Interstate 69 — this highway passes right in front of the building, and you can easily see the object from the highway a few miles away. However, if you are close to the city center and do not want to go, you can use the METRORail light rail system. Trains cross the city and have numerous stops. In game evenings for the Houston Dynamo and Houston Dash, fans can ride the train for free by presenting their tickets to the game.

George Bush Intercontinental Airport is one of the largest and busiest airports in the country. Flights from all over the world fly in and it’s easy to get to the city center if you want to take part in a game at the BBVA Compass stadium.

Directions

We recommend that guests think about walking, cycling, using public transport or driving to avoid traffic, save on gasoline and parking, and reduce carbon dioxide emissions. Use the map above to find the best route depending on your mode of transport and location, and see below for specific options.

• Train: METRORail will drop you right in front of the stadium through the station EaDo/Stadium on a green and purple lines.
• Bus: METROLift buses currently serve the stadium.
• Bicycle: bike racks are available at all entrances to the stadium. Helmets are allowed in the stadium if they are under the seat.

From I-10 west, heading east:

• From I-10, exit US 59 south;
• Exit downtown/Hamilton on the right;
• Continue straight onto Hamilton;
• Turn left onto Texas;
• BBVA Compass Stadium is located on Texas between Hutchins and Dowling.

From I-10, East travels west:

• C I-10, exit US 59 South;
• Exit downtown/Hamilton on the right;
• Continue straight onto Hamilton;
• Turn left onto Texas;
• BBVA Compass Stadium is located on Texas between Hutchins and Dowling.

From I-45 North goes south:

• From I-45, exit I-610 to the east;
• Continue on I-610 east;
• US exit 59 south;
• Take the exit Jackson;
• Continue on Jackson;
• Turn left onto Franklin;
• Take the 1st right onto St Emanuel;
• Turn left onto Texas;
• BBVA Compass Stadium is located on Texas between Hutchins and Dowling.

From I-45 to the south goes north:

• From I-45, take the Scott St. exit.
• Keep left at the fork; follow signs for St. Joseph Pkwy / Pease;
• Stay right at the fork; follow signs for Pease;
• Turn right at Dowling;
• Turn left onto Walker;
• Turn right onto St. Emmanuel;
• Turn right into Texas;
• BBVA Compass Stadium is located on Texas between Hutchins and Dowling.

From US-59 South Goes North:

• From the US-59, take the Polk St. exit.
• Continue along the access road, which will turn into Chartres;
• Continue on Chartres;
• Turn right into Texas;
• BBVA Compass Stadium is located on Texas between Hutchins and Dowling.

From US-59 North Going South:

• From the south of the US-59, take the exit onto Jackson;
• Continue on Jackson;
• Turn left onto Franklin;
• Turn right onto St. Emmanuel Street;
• Turn left onto Texas;
• BBVA Compass Stadium is located on Texas between Hutchins and Dowling.

From 288 we drive north:

• From 288 exit US-59 north;
• Turn onto Polk St.
• Continue along the access road, which will turn into Chartres;
• Continue on Chartres;
• Turn right into Texas;
• BBVA Compass Stadium is located on Texas between Hutchins and Dowling.

Parking

• Lot C — closest to the stadium;
• Lot B — less than one block.

*B&C scores are available for individual Dynamo, Tire and BBVA Compass Stadium matches. Cash and street parking.*

Where to stay?

Hilton Americas

1600 Lamar Street, Houston, TX 77010

• Steps away from Toyota Center, Minute Maid Park and House of Blues;
• Spa and health club on site, as well as an indoor infinity pool;
• Dinner is available onsite at Cantina, Starbucks and more.

Embassy Suites Downtown

Street Dallas, 1515 Houston, Texas 77002

• Heated rooftop pool and spa with 24-hour fitness center;
• Two-room suites with free Wi-Fi throughout the hotel;
• Free cooked to order breakfast and evening reception.

Hampton Inn Downtown

710 Crawford Street, Houston, TX 77002

• Walking from restaurants, shops and more;
• Rooftop pool overlooking the park;
• Free hot breakfast and in-room wifi.

Homewood Suites Downtown

710 Crawford Street, Houston, TX 77002

• Walking distance to restaurants, sports and entertainment facilities;
• Rooftop pool overlooking the park;
• Free hot breakfast and in-room wifi.

Where to eat?

BBVA Compass Stadium lacks quality food and drinks for fans attending the Houston Dynamo games. At almost every kiosk with food and drink on the main level, there is something that goes beyond the standard driveway at the stadium. For example, if you want a hot dog, you can purchase your regular hot dog for about $ 8 on several stands. However, you can also get deceived by Diggity Dawg — a hot dog dealer in the Houston area who has restaurants in the city — on several stands for $ 9.25. These dogs come with a filling such as barbecue sauce, chili pepper, pepper, or even bacon.

Nachos, another of the country’s main sports stadiums, will also receive your standard and high-end version at the BBVA Compass Stadium games — at the Zamora Street Tacos stand, which sells packages of 2 or 3 street tacos for $ 12.50; You can buy regular nachos at a stadium for almost $ 7, but at the nearest barbecue stand you can load nachos with chopped brisket for almost $ 11.

In addition, at almost every booth — including individual posts throughout the stadium — you can buy premium-class and home-made beer ($12.75 and $11.25, respectively), and there is a stand next to the southeast corner of the stadium. drinks. And if you are looking for something less adult, you can buy a souvenir cup of soda for $ 10 (there is also bottled water and sports drinks), which would be perfectly combined with bottomless buckets of popcorn for $ 10. In short, at BBVA Compass Stadium there are many options for what you are looking for.

Atmosphere

Few sporting events can match the atmosphere that large football events usually attract. Around the world, some of the most energetic and passionate fans are based on playing football/soccer. In addition, Houston is as diverse a city as you find in the country, with a large international population. Los Naranjos (The Orange), a large and loyal Latin American fan base, as Dynamo is called, was able to use this energy during home games at the BBVA Compass stadium.

From the beginning of the game to the end, the fans of the Houston Dynamo sing, sing and get sick without a break for their team. The interior of the stadium (its appearance is also particularly impressive due to its unique angular design) is littered with frescoes, drawings and photographs of current and past Dynamo players.

Fans in the stands have excellent line of sight on the field no matter where they sit — from the highest places in the upper part of the stands to those sitting close to one side, everyone has a great point of view. Energy is palpable from the very second you pass through the entrance gate.

One caveat to take into account is the heat and humidity in the city of Houston. BBVA Compass Stadium — it is a platform in the open air, and its elements play a role when you are sitting in the stands, but a venue for meetings have swamp coolers in case you really will be warm. Regardless, pay attention to the temperature when you plan your visit — especially during the summer months.

Neighborhood

Houston is one of the largest and fastest growing cities in the country. BBVA Compass Stadium is located right in the heart of the thriving business center of Houston.It is within walking distance of Minute Maid Park, the Toyota Center and the George R. Brown Convention Center. The energy of the area permeates all aspects of the business center of Houston.

One of the most misunderstood aspects of the city is that city leaders have made efforts to include urban greenery in the city center. At least three large city parks are within walking distance of the BBVA Compass Stadium, including Discovery Green. Park with dog races, playgrounds, playgrounds, public art and an ice rink in the winter. The park (celebrating its 10th anniversary in 2018) is a truly great place to visit, as well as the Buffalo Bayou Park and the Buffalo Bend Nature Park. In addition, in these parks you can see hiking, cycling, cycling and nature watching all year round, and again, all three parks are located in close proximity to the center of Houston.

The city of Houston is also famous for its restaurants and ranks first in the list of many gastronomic destinations. Within walking distance of the BBVA Compass Stadium are both Huynh restaurants, which are renowned for their authentic Vietnamese cuisine, and Texas Bar-B-Que House, where you can cook Texas-style barbecues like any other in the city. Both of these are excellent options before or after the Houston Dynamo Games.

When it comes to where to stay, if you are visiting Houston, the city center (again) is filled with options for you depending on your budget. Hilton Americas-Houston and Marriott Marquis Houston are located next to the convention center, directly opposite Interstate 69 from BBVA Compass Stadium.

The fans

Fans have been very susceptible to the Houston Dynamo since day one. Stands are littered with orange color — T-shirts, capes, scarves, etc. — and parking lots (sections B and C) in front of the stadium are often filled with rear gates before home games. Last season (2017), Houston Dynamo took the 17th place in the overall MLS overall attendance of fans, averaging 17,500 fans per game; If we take into account that the BBVA Compass Stadium has just over 22,000 people, it’s easy to see how crowd noise can get infected.

There are currently four officially recognized groups of supporters of Houston Dynamo: Texas Army, La Bateria, Brickwall, and El Battalion.

These groups have banners hanging from the stands, and they are often catalysts of chants that permeate the crowd throughout the games. The passion of the fans is indisputable, and you cannot help, but will be carried away by their enthusiasm when you arrive at the BBVA Compass stadium.

Additionally

In addition to support groups, there are quite a few additions to games at BBVA Compass Stadium. For example, Houston Dynamo holds an in-game lottery in which fans can buy tickets and raise a common bank before randomly choosing a winner before the end of the second half — for one lucky player, Dynamo can be a great chance to take home a few thousand dollars depending on how many tickets are purchased.

Near the main entrance to the BBVA Compass stadium there is one main team store, and there are several small shops throughout the BBVA Compass stadium in case you want to buy some Houston dynamos during the game.

The team also has a unique human-sized fox mascot, Dynamo Diesel. The talisman was made public in 2007 after a competition held by students at the Art Institute of Houston. The talisman patrols the sidelines throughout the game, and is known to shoot T-shirts into the crowd, especially during half.

The last pleasure worth a visit at BBVA Compass Stadium is the Dinamo sign, located next to the main street of Texas Street. Fans have the opportunity to take pictures with the sign and mark the letter “Y” when they are published on social networks. These photos are often recognized on jumbotron during games.

Features and design

The stadium has a capacity of 22,039 seats, including 34 individual rooms, 1,100 club seats, a premium club, a dedicated booth for fans and a food court. The stadium is designed to house international football, soccer, lacrosse, rugby and MLS and FIFA concerts.

Architecturally, the stadium has a faceted facade of metal mesh with orange polycarbonate, closed entrances and spectator facilities, which reflect the industrial heritage of the eastern part of the city. Stadium architect Christopher L and Populous stated: “We decided to design the perfect urban football stadium: tight, atmospheric and intimate.” Christopher L was the designer of the famous Emirates Stadium in London, England, and his design brings the European traditions of intimate and atmospheric football stadiums to MLS. The construction cost of the $95 million stadium makes the BBVA Compass the most economical of modern football stadiums, and recent sites such as the Red Bull Arena cost $200 million, Rio Tinto Stadium $110 million, and PPL Park —115 million dollars.

Construction history

Banks and investors were in the books to finance the project, and only small details were developed. Dinamo has been interested in building the stadium since they arrived on the territory of the former Astromir, Perland, Sugar Land and north-east Houston, near Lake Houston.

The Houston Dynamo franchise has expressed interest in offering a 30 acre (120,000 m 2 ) land plot for the stadium located on South Rice Avenue and Westpark Drive, near the Bellaire city line and near the southwest corner of Interstate 69 / US 59 highway and interstate 610 junction. Two days later, Mayor Bellaire Cindy Siegel announced that she would use all her strength to oppose a possible new location, and liaises with the developer to dissuade him.

The densely populated and heavily Hispanic Gulfton district is in close proximity, although former Council member Pam Holm said that ethnic considerations should not be key when choosing a stadium location.

The Houston City Council unanimously approved the agreement, which is expected to pave the way for a new stadium for the Houston Dynamo football team and South Texas University, which is expected to be located on a plot of land bordering Texas, Walker, Dowling and Hutchins. in East Center and east of Interstate 69 / US Route 59 and Downtown Houston. Harris County commissioners voted unanimously to begin construction of the new Dynamo stadium east of the city center, clearing the road for construction.

Oliver Luck, then president and CEO of Dynamo, announced funding, architect and project manager for the new stadium. He announced that Populous was chosen for the design and construction of the stadium. Populous, one of the world’s leading companies in the field of sports architecture, has previously built three more major facilities in the city — Minute Maid Park, NRG Stadium and Toyota Center, as well as international-level football stadiums, including Wembley Stadium (London), Emirates Stadium (London), Soccer City (Johannesburg) and Aviva Stadium (Dublin).

On February 5, 2011, the Houston Dynamo, led by Houston Mayor Annis Parker and Harris County Judge Ed Emmett, opened the way for the Houston Dynamo Stadium. Chris Canetti, president of Dynamo Houston, has resolutely declared that the stadium will be ready by April 2012.