Inglewood city feature
About this landmark
Home of the Chargers and Rams
SoFi Stadium, located at 1001 South Stadium Drive in Inglewood, is the home of the NFL's Los Angeles Chargers and Los Angeles Rams. The venue opened on September 8, 2020, on the site of the former Hollywood Park Racetrack, a thoroughbred racing facility that had served Southern California for many decades. The development represents a major transformation of the regional landscape, creating a multipurpose entertainment district that includes both the stadium and surrounding facilities.
From racetrack to sports destination
The transformation of the 298-acre site began with a groundbreaking on November 17, 2016. The construction drew significant financial resources—estimates placed the cost at $5 billion to $6 billion—and involved major architectural and engineering firms. HKS served as architect of record, Turner and AECOM Hunt as joint venture general contractors, and Walter P Moore as structural engineer. The complex that emerged includes the stadium, the YouTube Theater, and the grounds of the former Hollywood Park, creating a large multipurpose venue district on what had been a single-purpose racing property.
The facility is operated by StadCo LA, with development partners Stockbridge Capital Group and Kroenke Sports & Entertainment. SoFi, the financial technology company, acquired naming rights in a 20-year deal reported to be valued at over $30 million per year. The scale of the project reflects the investment in professional sports venues in the Los Angeles region and the shift from traditional racing operations to modern entertainment complexes.
Architecture and visitor experience
The stadium's base seating capacity is 70,240, with the ability to expand to over 100,000 for major events. The architectural signature is its roof: a translucent canopy of ETFE panels—302 total, 46 of which can open—embedded with 27,000 LED lights. This design creates a column-free interior that provides clear sightlines throughout the venue. The roof's engineering allows for natural light while offering weather protection and environmental control, reflecting modern stadium design priorities.
Behind-the-scenes stadium tours are available and sold through Ticketmaster, allowing visitors to experience the facility beyond game days. The stadium has specific policies for entry and attendance. Outside beverages are restricted, though one factory-sealed water bottle of 20 ounces or smaller is permitted. The venue hosts events throughout the year and serves as the primary home for both the Los Angeles Chargers and Los Angeles Rams. For more information or inquiries, the stadium's general contact number is (424) 541-9100.
Insurance connection: Auto coverage essentials
Sports venues like SoFi Stadium serve thousands of visitors whose vehicles require auto insurance. California's auto insurance regulations require minimum liability coverage of $30,000 for injuries to one person, $60,000 for multiple injuries, and $15,000 for property damage. Insurers must offer uninsured and underinsured motorist coverage. Drivers with three or more years of licensing experience and at most one point receive rates at least 20 percent lower than other drivers at the same company. Premium factors include driving history, years licensed, age, marital status, vehicle type and value, annual mileage, and business versus personal use. Eligibility and limits depend on the individual policy. The issued policy controls.
Primary sources: SoFi Stadium official website and Wikipedia.
Insurance context is general information only. The issued policy and its endorsements settle coverage.