Presentation of the Stade de France
Located in Saint-Denis, on the northern outskirts of Paris, the Stade de France is a very large capacity stadium which hosts, in addition to sports competitions, some of the biggest concerts scheduled in France. In concert mode, it can accommodate a very large audience, of the order of several tens of thousands of spectators, reserved for headliners capable of filling such an enclosure.
An open-air concert requires that the experience partly depends on the weather and the stage is often a good distance from a large part of the seats: the giant screens then play a key role in following the show.
Lawn and stands: concert configurations
For a concert, the Stade de France is mainly divided between the 'T0' lawn 'T1', installed facing the stage, and the 'T2' stands 'T3' which surround the pitch on several levels. The lawn is generally a large standing area (sometimes subdivided into several sectors depending on the show), sought after for ambiance and relative proximity to the stage. The stands offer numbered seats, distributed by blocks, levels and orientations in relation to the stage.
The size of the stage, its location and the technical system reduce the capacity compared to a match: part of the stands located behind or too far to the sides may be closed. The official concert map shows exactly which areas are open.
Placement marks (depending on configuration)
| Area | What to expect | Good to know |
|---|---|---|
| Standing lawn | Large area facing the stage, strong atmosphere, no seating | Sometimes divided into sectors (golden circle, etc.) depending on the concert |
| Low stands | Seating close to pitch level | View dependent on orientation relative to the scene |
| Intermediate stands | Sitting overview, frequent compromise | Often a good balance of comfort/overall view |
| High stands | Distant seats, very wide view | Useful giant screens; prices generally more accessible |
General information: depending on the configuration of the concert, certain stands may be closed and the lawn cut differently. Check the official show plan.
To anticipate for a stadium concert
- The weather: the event is outdoors; bring appropriate clothing and consult the concert conditions.
- The distance to the stage : in a stadium, it can be significant; the giant screens complete the view.
- Lawn = standing : no guaranteed seating, and the crowds are dense.
- Access : Saint-Denis is served by public transport; anticipate the crowds at the entrance and exit.
- Authorized objects : check the rules of the enclosure (bags, bottles, etc.) before coming.
Buy your tickets step by step
- 1
Identify the concert
Locate the artist and date at Stade de France, then open the event page at the seller.
- 2
Open the show map
In concert configuration, some stands may be closed: check the areas that are actually open and the position of the stage.
- 3
Choose lawn or grandstand
Opt for the lawn (standing) if you're looking for atmosphere, or a well-oriented seated stand for a comfortable overview.
- 4
Check before paying
Check the total to be paid, the zone, the ticket type and the conditions before confirming the order.