Table of Contents
- How to buy tickets
- Mercedes-Benz Stadium seat map
- Transportation, parking at Mercedes-Benz Stadium
- Mercedes-Benz Stadium bag policy
- Competing teams
- FAQs
The best college football conference just got better. After all, it just means more in the SEC.
The game is in a new era, with conferences and playoff brackets expanding. Texas and Oklahoma have joined the SEC, improving what was already the toughest conference in the game.
There's nothing like grabbing that SEC crown in Atlanta. From beatdowns to hoisting opponents to confetti-filled helmets, all eyes are on the championship. If you can survive the SEC, you can survive whatever the CFP throws at you, especially in a 12-team world.
It's no secret that the title game in Atlanta is something fans look forward to all season long, as tickets are difficult to grab hold of by the time December rolls around. But that's what the Sporting News is here for with a guide to tickets, parking and everything else you need to know to get to the 2024 SEC Football Championship.
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SEC Championship game 2024 tickets: How to buy
- Tickets: StubHub
Passes for the 2024 SEC Championship game are distributed to fans everywhere. It's up to you to decide if you want to trust in your team ahead of time to make the title matchup.
Tickets for the game will be available through participating teams but are also available now on secondary sites like StubHub.
How much are SEC Championship game 2024 tickets?
Arguably the main event when it comes to conference championships in college football, getting into the SEC Championship is no walk in the park.
As of late November, the cheapest ticket to the game is $315.
Like most college events, though, prices vary throughout the season as teams' chances of making the game bob up and down. Prices may change once Georgia's opponent is decided.
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Mercedes-Benz seat map, capacity
Mercedes-Benz Stadium has a capacity of about 71,000 for football games but can expand up for 75,000 for other events.
Below is a seat map of the venue as it will be for the SEC Championship.
Transportation to Mercedes-Benz Stadium
Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta is accessible by car or by the MARTA, Atlanta's public subway system.
To get to the venue using public transportation, you can take a train downtown to the GWCC/CNN Center Station stop (accessible by the green and blue lines) which drops riders off right outside the stadium. Each MARTA ride costs $2.50 using a Breeze card.
Five Points Station is also about a half-mile away from the stadium. The stop is accessible by all lines.
Fans can also use rideshare services to get to and leave the venue. Mercedes-Benz Stadium has designated lots for rideshare users.
Parking at Mercedes-Benz Stadium
Because Mercedes-Benz Stadium is in the heart of downtown Atlanta, parking at the venue can be confusing and overwhelming. However, there are plenty of parking lots and decks visitors can use when going to the venue that are still within 20 minutes of walking. Fans should plan to purchase parking passes early before they sell-out.
Below is a map of all the parking options guests have when planning a trip to the stadium. Mercedes-Benz Stadium has a breakdown of lot information.
You can purchase parking passes to the SEC title game here. Tags begin at $20, but cost changes for every parking spot depending on location.
Mercedes Benz Stadium bag policy
Mercedes-Benz Stadium enforces a clear bag policy. Bags must be clear plastic, vinyl or PVC and may not exceed 12" by 6" by 12" in size.
However, guests may bring non-clear bags under 4.5" by 6.5".
Bags are subjected to security checks, and any bags found not in compliance with he stadium's policies may be placed in bag check locations at Gates 1 and 2.
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Who will play in 2024 SEC Championship game?
Georgia clinched a spot in the 2024 SEC title game for the fourth straight year. The Dawgs will play the winner of the Texas/Texas A&M game, which plays in the final week of the regular season.
Without divisions in the conference, the SEC Championship-participating teams must prove themselves throughout the entire conference season, not just against East or West opponents.
The two squads with the best conference records will face off for the ultimate title.
There are a few tiebreaking procedures, of course, for any top programs that are tied in their SEC record. The rules will be followed in descending order until the tie is broken.
Head-to-head competition among the tied teams
Record versus all common Conference opponents among the tied teams
Record against highest (best) placed common Conference opponent in the Conference standings, and proceeding through the Conference standings among the tied teams
Cumulative Conference winning percentage of all Conference opponents among the tied teams
Capped relative total scoring margin versus all Conference opponents among the tied teams
Random draw of the tied teams
FAQs
When is the 2024 SEC Championship game?
The SEC title game will kickoff on Saturday, Dec. 7 at 4 p.m. ET.
Where is the 2024 SEC Championship game?
This year's SEC Championship will continue tradition and kickoff at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia.
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Mercedes-Benz Stadium address
Mercedes-Benz Stadium is located at 1 AMB Drive, Atlanta, GA, 30313.
Where do I enter at Mercedes-Benz Stadium?
Mercedes-Benz Stadium has four gates, labeled 1-4, located on the north and east sides of the venue.
Can I re-enter at Mercedes-Benz Stadium?
No, guests can not re-enter the stadium once they have previously entered and scanned their ticket.
Where are the student sections at the SEC Championship game?
In the past, student sections have sat in the 100-level seats on the north side of Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Exact sections will be revealed once tickets are released for students through competing programs.
Does Mercedes-Benz Stadium have wi-fi?
While Mercedes-Benz Stadium has wi-fi available for working staff and media, it is not available for fans.
Alcohol policy for 2024 SEC Championship game
The SEC has an alcohol policy for all its championship games, including the football title matchup. Last year, beer and other alcoholic beverages were not served to general admission fans, so 2024's rules will likely be similar.
Does Mercedes-Benz Stadium accept cash?
Mercedes-Benz Stadium is a cashless stadium, accepting only card or mobile payments. Kiosks will be available at the SEC Championship for those needing to convert cash to card.
Airports near Atlanta, GA
Those flying in for the CFP title game should fly into Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Airport (ATL), the largest airport in the area. Can't find flights to Atlanta? You can also look for trips into Birmingham-Shuttlesworth (BHM) which is 144 miles away, Charlotte Douglas (CLT) which is 243 miles away or Nashville (BNA) which is 244 miles away from the metro Atlanta area.
MARTA stations, lines, map
Who won the 2023 SEC championship?
In 2023, Alabama beat Georgia 27-24 to win its 11th conference title game. The victory helped the Tide earn a spot in the College Football Playoffs, where they lost to Michigan in the semifinals.
Upcoming events at Mercedes-Benz Stadium
See a complete schedule and calendar of upcoming events at Mercedes-Benz Stadium.
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