Doak Campbell Stadium Tickets
About Doak Campbell Stadium
Doak Campbell Stadium
Doak Campbell Stadium is a college football stadium on the campus of Florida State University in Tallahassee, Florida. It serves as the home field of the Florida State Seminoles football team. The stadium first opened in 1950 and is named after Doak S. Campbell, the first university president at Florida State. It is also known as “The House That Bobby Built,” a reference to longtime coach Bobby Bowden. Doak Campbell Stadium’s claim to fame is that it’s the largest continuous brick structure in the country. With a capacity of over 79,500 fans, Doak Campbell Stadium is among the top-20 largest stadiums in college football.
Where are the Best Places to Sit at Doak Campbell Stadium
Club seating is relatively new to Doak Campbell Stadium. However, the stadium’s club seats are in sections 214-228 and 315-327, which are located in the South end zone. While the view of the field is different from most club sections, these are the only seats with padded backs and cupholders, not to mention access to a climate-controlled reception area. Outside of the benefits of club seating, the best places at Doak Campbell Stadium are sections 9-11 and 32-34, although there are over 80 rows in these sections, so the view can vary based on how close or how far or close you are to the field. Outside of the club seats, there is just one level of seats at Doak Campbell Stadium.
Tips for Visiting Doak Campbell Stadium
A must-see tradition during a visit to Doak Campbell Stadium is watching Chief Osceola ride his horse into the stadium and throw a flaming spear into the ground at midfield. This happens a few minutes before kickoff, so make sure you’re seated before then. If you have a little time before that, feel free to take a stroll around the FSU campus and around the stadium itself. Many of the buildings on campus feature Spanish Colonial architecture, while the trees are draped with Spanish moss. There are also a few statues surrounding the stadium that are worth a photo-op.
Food to Try at Doak Campbell Stadium
The food options at Doak Campbell Stadium aren’t as extravagant as some newer stadiums, although there are Pizza Hut and Chick-fil-A stands for fans who want something familiar. However, if you want something special, go to Art’s Southern Fanfare, which has Southern comfort food like fried chicken and hush puppies. Meanwhile, Sonny’s BBQ features pulled pork and brisket sandwiches. Finally, Seminole Subs offers several tasty varieties of subs and po’boys that are unique to Doak Campbell Stadium.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Doak Campbell Stadium located?
Doak Campbell Stadium is located on the campus of Florida State University in Tallahassee, Florida.
What kind of events does Doak Campbell Stadium host?
Doak Campbell Stadium events are mainly based around football.
Which team is playing at Doak Campbell Stadium?
The stadium is primarily used as the home of the Florida State Seminoles football team.
Where can I park for free at Doak Campbell Stadium?
There is a vast number of parking lots available for Doak Campbell Stadium sporting events. Parking is available for purchase online and at the venue on game-day.
What is the seating capacity of Doak Campbell Stadium?
Doak Campbell Stadium sporting events can host up to 79,500 cheering fans.
Who owns Doak Campbell Stadium?
Doak Campbell Stadium is owned by Florida State University.
How do I get to Doak Campbell Stadium using public transport?
Fans wishing to reach Doak Campbell Stadium events by public transport have plenty of bus routes, shuttle, and taxi services at their disposal.