Venue Information
Capacity
Year Opened
Teams
| Team | League | Years |
|---|---|---|
|
Detroit Pistons
Previously:
Huntington Place
(1962–1978)
Moved to:
The Palace of Auburn Hills
(1989–2017)
|
NBA | 1979 - 1988 |
|
Detroit Lions
Previously:
Navin Field
(1938–1974)
Moved to:
Ford Field
(2002–present)
|
NFL | 1975 - 2001 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the capacity of Pontiac Metropolitan Stadium?
The capacity of Pontiac Metropolitan Stadium is 33,000.
When was Pontiac Metropolitan Stadium built?
Pontiac Metropolitan Stadium opened in 1975.
Where did the Detroit Pistons play before Pontiac Metropolitan Stadium?
Before moving to Pontiac Metropolitan Stadium in 1979, the Detroit Pistons played at Huntington Place from 1962 to 1978.
Where did the Detroit Pistons play after Pontiac Metropolitan Stadium?
After leaving Pontiac Metropolitan Stadium in 1988, the Detroit Pistons moved to The Palace of Auburn Hills in 1989. They played there until 2017.
Where did the Detroit Lions play before Pontiac Metropolitan Stadium?
Before moving to Pontiac Metropolitan Stadium in 1975, the Detroit Lions played at Navin Field from 1938 to 1974.
Where did the Detroit Lions play after Pontiac Metropolitan Stadium?
After leaving Pontiac Metropolitan Stadium in 2001, the Detroit Lions moved to Ford Field in 2002.
Historical Names
Pontiac Silverdome
1976 - 2013
Pontiac Metropolitan Stadium
1975 - 1975
Current