With its distinctive red-brown brick exterior accented by limestone, evoking the character of a classic Indiana basketball fieldhouse, Lucas Oil Stadium stands apart from the modern NFL stadium archetype. Opened in 2008, it replaced the RCA Dome, one of the league’s smallest and most outdated venues, that lacked key revenue-generating features such as luxury suites and club seating.

Seeking a state-of-the-art facility in downtown Indianapolis, the Indianapolis Colts reached an agreement with the city in December 2004 to construct a new $720 million stadium. The Colts contributed $100 million toward the project, while the remaining funding was provided through state and local sources, including targeted increases in food and beverage taxes. Construction began on September 20, 2005, on a site adjacent to the RCA Dome. In March 2006, Lucas Oil Products secured naming rights in a 20-year, $120 million agreement.

The Colts played their first regular-season game at Lucas Oil Stadium on September 7, 2008, against the Chicago Bears. Designed for flexibility and fan experience, the stadium features a retractable roof, allowing the Colts to play outdoors since relocating from Baltimore, with a two-panel system that opens or closes in approximately 9 to 11 minutes. The exterior blends seamlessly into the surrounding downtown architecture through its combination of brick and expansive glass elements, including a dramatic north-facing wall composed of six movable glass panels, each measuring 88 feet high by 213 feet wide.

Inside, the stadium accommodates 67,000 fans, with the ability to expand to 70,000 for major events. The playing field sits 25 feet below street level, improving sightlines and accessibility. Lucas Oil Stadium is equipped with a full suite of modern amenities, including high-definition video boards and 139 luxury suites. Among its most striking features are its massive corner-hung scoreboards—each consisting of three screens and measuring approximately 97 feet wide by 53 feet high, making them among the largest in the NFL.

Beyond serving as the home of the Colts, Lucas Oil Stadium has hosted a variety of premier events, including the NCAA Men’s Final Four in 2010, 2015, 2021 and 2026. The stadium also hosted Super Bowl XLVI on February 5, 2012, when the New York Giants defeated the New England Patriots.