What to Expect for the Saints’ First Home Game of the Season
New $6 value menu, special entertainment, commemorative merch and more
NEW ORLEANS (press release) – For the Saints’ first home game of the 2026 season, the team welcomes fans back to Caesars Superdome with DJ Diesel (AKA Shaquille O’Neal) headlining the halftime show and more special entertainment. The home game against the Las Vegas Raiders this Sunday marks the debut of several special food items, concourse activities and more for the Saints’ 60th season.
Presented by Caesars, the game will also feature Galactic performing at Champion Square before the game, a special 60th-anniversary commemorative coin for all fans, the return of the $6 Dome Foam and increased fan‑experience elements throughout the stadium.
“The home opener is always an important moment for our organization and our fans,” said New Orleans Saints President Dennis Lauscha. “This year carries added significance as we recognize the 60th season of our team. We look forward to delivering a gameday experience that reflects the strength of our organization and the passion of our fan base.”
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New Food & Bev Items Debuting at the Saints’ First Home Game
Food and beverage offerings will expand significantly for the 2026 season. To celebrate 60 seasons of Saints football, fans can enjoy a $6 value menu featuring:
- Nachos
- Hot dogs
- Pretzels
- Dome Foam beer
- And more at locations across every level of the Superdome
Fans can locate the nearest value menu outlet by searching “Value” or “Dome Foam” within the Dome Directions map in the Saints app. Dome Foam, served in a commemorative branded cup for the home opener, will also be available through in‑seat service.
Additional culinary highlights include Loaded Stadium Nachos served in a commemorative Superdome vessel for fans to take home, a New Orleans twist on a classic burger: the Pork Alligator Burger and expanded local offerings from Hubig’s Pies, Mrs. Wheat’s Meat Pies and Sweet Soulfood Vegan Cuisine.
Beverage options will continue to raise the bar with specialty cocktails crafted by Jewel of the South, a James Beard Award-winning bar recently named Best Bar in the South USA by the North America’s Fifty Best Bars program.
Honoring Legends
Each game, the organization will honor a Saints legend. For the first home game, it will be former Saints tight end Benjamin Watson.
New and Returning Concourse Activations
New concourse activations will also debut, including the Kids Combine, the 360-degree Fan Fit challenge, the Locker Wall photo opportunity, personalized trading card creation and 60th-season photo walls highlighting iconic franchise moments.
Returning favorites include face painters, the Cheer Krewe and DJs positioned throughout the building.
Special Retail Offerings at the Saints’ First Home Game
Retail offerings for the Saints’ first home game will include the limited-edition 60th-season anniversary capsule. Fans will also find 60-numbered posters created exclusively for each home game, with artwork that changes throughout the season. Additional commemorative coins featuring all of this season’s scheduled opponents will be available for purchase.
New on the Saints App
New features on the Saints App include detailed wayfinding throughout the Superdome and an improved Game Center providing expanded gameday data.
Fans can also access the Saints Arcade, which offers interactive games and in‑stadium contests. An immersive augmented reality experience will launch soon, allowing fans to explore New Orleans and Paris through interactive portals.
Raffle and More
The home opener’s 50/50 raffle will benefit the New Orleans Police and Justice Foundation. The Saints will also welcome Latino Youth Honors nominees Miguel Paniagua III of East Jefferson High School and Alyinne Alexandra Diaz Guevara of Destrehan High School as special guests at the game.
Visit https://www.neworleanssaints.com/ for more information and to secure your seat at the Caesars Superdome on Sunday, Sept. 27.
