NFL
Las Vegas Raiders
The Las Vegas Raiders are Las Vegas's NFL team. NFL owners approved the move from Oakland in March 2017, the team started play in Las Vegas in 2020, and home games are at Allegiant Stadium, just west of Interstate 15. [1][2]
Last checked Oct. 8, 2026
| League | National Football League (NFL), AFC West [2] |
|---|---|
| In Las Vegas since | 2020 season [2] |
| Home | Allegiant Stadium, Paradise [3] |
| Relocation vote | Approved by NFL owners on March 27, 2017 [1] |
| 2026 head coach | Klint Kubiak [4] |
| 2026 so far | 3–1 after Week 4: wins over Miami, the Chargers and New Orleans, then a 30–27 loss to Kansas City [5] |
When is the next Raiders game?
- Sun, Oct 11 · 10 a.m. PTRaiders at Patriots[5][6]Gillette Stadium, Foxborough, Mass. · Raiders
- Sun, Oct 18 · 1:25 p.m. PTBills at Raiders[5][6]Allegiant Stadium · Raiders
- Sun, Oct 25 · 1:25 p.m. PTRams at Raiders[5][6]Allegiant Stadium · Raiders
How did the Raiders end up in Las Vegas?
After years of failed efforts to renovate or replace the Oakland Coliseum, NFL owners voted 31–1 on March 27, 2017 to let the Raiders move [1]. The team played its first Las Vegas season in 2020, in Allegiant Stadium [2]. That first season was played without fans at home games because of the COVID-19 pandemic [2].
What has Allegiant Stadium brought to town besides the Raiders?
A run of big events that Las Vegas had never hosted before: the 2022 NFL Draft [7], the Pro Bowl Games [8], Super Bowl LVIII in 2024 [9], and a stadium boxing record when 70,482 fans watched Canelo Álvarez vs. Terence Crawford in 2025 [3]. It is also UNLV football's home field [10].
Game-day basics
- Bags: Allegiant Stadium uses a clear-bag policy. Read the current rules on the official bag policy page [11].
- Everything else: the stadium's A–Z guide covers parking, rideshare and entry [12].
Where do fans watch Raiders games?
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Raiders history timeline
- Football1964The Raiders play the first pro football game in Las Vegas
Decades before relocating, the then-Oakland Raiders beat the Houston Oilers 53–49 in an AFL preseason charity game at the original Cashman Field — the first professional football game played in Las Vegas.[13][1]
- FootballOct. 17, 2016Nevada approves $750 million for a domed stadium
Governor Brian Sandoval signed SB1 and AB1, raising hotel room taxes to fund $750 million toward the stadium that became Allegiant Stadium.[1]
- FootballMarch 27, 2017NFL owners approve the Raiders' move, 31–1
At the league meeting in Phoenix, owners approved Oakland's relocation to Las Vegas, pending completion of the new stadium.[1][2]
- FootballNov. 13, 2017Construction begins on Allegiant Stadium
Site preparation started in September; construction formally began in November.[3]
- FootballJan. 22, 2020The Las Vegas Raiders become official
The franchise formally moved from Oakland to the Las Vegas area.[1][2]
- FootballSept. 21, 2020Allegiant Stadium's first game
The Raiders beat the Saints 34–24 on Monday Night Football. No spectators were admitted during the 2020 season.[3]
- FootballSept. 27, 2026The Raiders start 3–0 for the first time since 2021
In Klint Kubiak's first season, a 35–27 win at New Orleans made it three straight to open the year.[4][5]
Frequently asked questions
Where do the Raiders play in Las Vegas?
At Allegiant Stadium, 3333 Al Davis Way, just west of Interstate 15 and Mandalay Bay. It opened in 2020 and seats 65,000, expandable to 71,835. [3]
When did the Raiders move to Las Vegas?
NFL owners approved the relocation on March 27, 2017. The Raiders played their first Las Vegas season in 2020. [1][2]
Who is the Raiders' head coach in 2026?
Klint Kubiak. [4]
When is the next Raiders home game?
Buffalo at Las Vegas on Sunday, Oct. 18, 2026, at 1:25 p.m. PT, then the Rams on Oct. 25 at 1:25 p.m. PT. Check the official schedule for flex changes. [5][6]
Has Allegiant Stadium hosted a Super Bowl?
Yes. Super Bowl LVIII was played there on February 11, 2024. Kansas City beat San Francisco 25–22 in overtime. [9]
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Sources
- Oakland Raiders relocation to Las Vegas — Wikipedia — Wikipedia. Accessed Oct. 8, 2026.
- Las Vegas Raiders — Wikipedia — Wikipedia. Accessed Oct. 8, 2026.
- Allegiant Stadium — Wikipedia — Wikipedia. Accessed Oct. 8, 2026.
- 2026 Las Vegas Raiders season — Wikipedia — Wikipedia. Accessed Oct. 8, 2026.
- Las Vegas Raiders 2026 schedule — ESPN. Accessed Oct. 8, 2026.
- Las Vegas Raiders 2026 schedule — Las Vegas Raiders. Accessed Oct. 8, 2026.
- 2022 NFL draft — Wikipedia — Wikipedia. Accessed Oct. 8, 2026.
- 2022 Pro Bowl — Wikipedia — Wikipedia. Accessed Oct. 8, 2026.
- Super Bowl LVIII — Wikipedia — Wikipedia. Accessed Oct. 8, 2026.
- UNLV Rebels football — Wikipedia — Wikipedia. Accessed Oct. 8, 2026.
- Allegiant Stadium bag check & policy — Allegiant Stadium. Accessed Oct. 8, 2026.
- Allegiant Stadium A–Z guide — Allegiant Stadium. Accessed Oct. 8, 2026.
- Cashman Field — Wikipedia — Wikipedia. Accessed Oct. 8, 2026.