Pittsburgh to Host 2026 NFL Draft April 23-25

The 2026 NFL Draft is set to take place in Pittsburgh from April 23 to 25, marking the city's first hosting of the event in the modern era, although it previously hosted in 1948. Organizers, including VisitPittsburgh and the NFL, are planning various activities centered on the North Shore, Point State Park, and Acrisure Stadium, aiming to attract over a million attendees. The draft will feature a free NFL Draft Experience fan festival with exhibits, games, and performances. Pittsburgh's mayor and NFL officials emphasize the event's potential to showcase the city's vibrant community and generate significant economic impact, similar to past drafts that have drawn hundreds of thousands of fans. Local leaders view this as a historic moment for Pittsburgh, which outbid other cities for the opportunity. With preparations underway, excitement is building as the countdown to the event begins.