We recommend you arrive early to avoid delays. All vehicles entering any football parking lot are required to have a valid parking pass for the lot or must pay for entry on-site (General Lots #8, #9, and #13 only). Cash is not accepted for day-of-game parking transactions in the General Lots.

Parking lots will open five hours prior to kickoff except Lot #2/El Camino Grove, which opens at 6:00 a.m. on gameday for Lot #2 gameday pass-holders. Lot #2 overnight pass-holders may enter Lot #2 starting at 3:00 p.m. on the Thursday prior to a Saturday home game (Wednesday for a Friday home game).
For questions regarding parking, email athleticstickets@stanford.edu or call 650-723-1021.

The following parking lots require a prepaid premium parking permit for each specific lot

Sunken Diamond Parking/Lot #1

Sunken Diamond Lot parking permits allow access to Sunken Diamond Lot and all General Parking Lots (#8, #9, & #13). Sunken Diamond parking permits DO NOT allow access into Lot #2, Track Lot, Galvez Lot, Toyon Grove, Masters Grove, IM South Lot #4, or Cardinal Lots #3, #7 and #10.

Sunken Diamond Lot is located near Gate 2 of Stanford Stadium. To arrive at Sunken Diamond Lot, turn west on Galvez Street from El Camino Real. Stay in the left lane and turn left onto Nelson Road. Stay straight on Nelson and road will turn into Sunken Diamond Lot.

Guests with an active ADA placard may use the Sunken Diamond Lot by presenting their placard along with a prepaid parking pass or credit card/mobile wallet payment for gameday parking. 

Lot #2/El Camino Grove Parking

Lot #2/El Camino Grove parking permits allow access to Lot #2 and all General Parking Lots (#8, #9, & #13). Lot #2/El Camino Grove parking permits DO NOT allow access to Lot #1, Track Lot, Galvez Lot, Toyon Grove, Masters Grove, IM South Lot #4, or Cardinal Lots #3, #7 and #10.

Lot #2/El Camino Grove is located on El Camino Real south of Galvez Street and Embarcadero Road. To arrive at the lot, take El Camino Real south to Embarcadero Road, stay in the right lane, turn right into the designated Lot #2/El Camino Grove entrance.

To exit, use the El Camino Real gates and turn right onto southbound El Camino Real. The Palo Alto Police Department will direct post game traffic and restrict left hand turns on all southbound El Camino Real traffic until Oregon Expressway.

Track Lot Parking

Parking spaces in the Track Lot are reserved and assigned to each pass holder. Track Lot parking permits allow access to Track Lot and all General Parking Lots (#8, #9, & #13). Track Lot parking permits DO NOT allow access into Lot #1, #2, Galvez Lot, Toyon Grove, Masters Grove, IM South Lot #4, or Cardinal Lots #3, #7 and #10.

Track Lot is located adjacent to Stanford Stadium, outside Gate 4. Attendants will direct permitted cars in and around Track Lot.

There are two ways to arrive at Track Lot:

1)Turn west onto Galvez Street from El Camino Real. Stay in the left lane, and proceed past Nelson Road. Turn Left into the designated Track Lot entrance.

2)Turn west onto Serra Street from El Camino Real. Follow Serra Street to Campus Drive and turn right onto Campus Drive. Follow Campus Drive to Galvez Street and turn east (right) onto Galvez Street and right into the entrance to the Track Lot.

To exit Track Lot, use the exits on Galvez Street, and turn east (right) onto Galvez Street toward El Camino Real. Please note that post-game traffic on Galvez Street/ Embarcadero Road will be restricted to one-way eastbound traffic.

Restrooms are located at the center of the Cobb Track & Angell Field bleachers.

Galvez Lot Parking

Galvez Lot parking permits allow access to Galvez Lot and all General Parking Lots (#8, #9, & #13). Galvez Lot parking permits DO NOT allow access into Lot #1, #2, Track Lot, Toyon Grove, Masters Grove, IM South Lot #4, or Cardinal Lots #3, #7 and #10.

Galvez Lot is located at the corner of Galvez Street and Campus Drive.

To arrive at Galvez Lot:

Turn west onto Galvez Street from El Camino Real. Make a right into Galvez Lot.

Masters Grove Parking

Masters Grove parking permits allow access to Masters Grove and all General Parking Lots (#8, #9, & #13). Masters Grove parking permits DO NOT allow access into Lot #1, #2, Track Lot, Galvez Lot, Toyon Grove, IM South Lot #4, or Cardinal Lots #3, #7 and #10.

Masters Grove is located on El Camino Real south of Galvez Street and Embarcadero Road. To arrive at Masters Grove, take El Camino Real south of Embarcadero Road. Stay in the right lane and turn right into the designated Masters Grove entrance.

To exit, use the El Camino Real gates and turn right (southbound) onto El Camino Real. The Palo Alto Police Department will direct post game traffic and restrict left hand turns on all southbound El Camino Real traffic until Oregon Expressway.

Toyon Grove Parking

Toyon Grove parking permits allows access into Toyon Grove and all General Parking Lots (#8, #9 & #13). Toyon Grove parking permits DO NOT allow access into Lot #1, #2, Track Lot, Galvez Lot, Masters Grove, IM South Lot #4, or Cardinal Lots #3, #7 and #10. Toyon Grove is located on Galvez Street between Galvez Lot and Lot #3. Attendants will direct permitted cars in and around the Grove.

To arrive at Toyon Grove, turn west onto Galvez Street from El Camino Real. Follow Galvez Street past Arboretum Road. Turn right into the designated Toyon Grove entrance.

To exit, turn right onto Galvez Street and right onto Campus Drive. Post game traffic on Galvez Street will be restricted to a right hand turn only.

IM South Lot #4 Parking

As recently as the 2023 football season, Lot #4 had been grouped with the General Lots #8, #9, & #13. Beginning with the 2024 football season, IM South Lot #4 will require a dedicated parking pass for the lot. IM South parking passes may be purchased on a full season basis (Season Ticket Members only) or on a single-game basis. 

IM South Lot #4 is located on El Camino Real south of Galvez Street and Embarcadero Road. To arrive at IM South Lot #4, take El Camino Real south of Embarcadero Road. Stay in the right lane and turn right into the designated IM South Lot #4 entrance.

To exit, use the El Camino Real gates and turn right (southbound) onto El Camino Real. The Palo Alto Police Department will direct post game traffic and restrict left hand turns on all southbound El Camino Real traffic until Oregon Expressway.

Cardinal Lots #3, #7 & #10 Parking

Available to Season Ticket Members only, Cardinal Lot permits allow access into Cardinal Lots #3, #7 & #10. Cardinal Lot parking permits do not allow access into other premium lots.

There are two ways to arrive at Cardinal Lots #3, #7 & #10:

1) Turn west onto Palm Drive from El Camino Real. Follow Palm Drive to Campus Drive East and turn left (south) on Campus Drive. Stay in your left lane and turn left on Lasuen Street. Follow Lasuen Street and turn right into the designated Lot #10 entrance.

2) Turn west onto Galvez Street from El Camino Real. Stay in the right lane and turn right onto Arboretum Road. Merge left and turn left into the designated Lot #10 entrance.

Media Parking (Arboretum Grove)

A Media permit will provide access to the Media Lot inside Arboretum Grove.

To arrive at the Media Lot inside Arboretum Grove, turn west onto Galvez Street from El Camino Real. Stay in the right lane and turn right onto Arboretum Road. Turn right into the designated Arboretum Grove entrance.

The following parking lots require a prepaid parking permit or you must provide payment on gameday as you enter the parking lot. Cash is no longer accepted in the General Lots. IM South Lot #4 is no longer considered a General parking lot and now requires a dedicated parking pass for entry.

Lot #8/Arboretum Grove Parking

A General Parking permit or credit card/mobile wallet payment on gameday will provide access to Lot #8/Arboretum Grove along with all other General Parking Lots (#9 & #13). General Parking permits DO NOT allow access into Lot #1/Sunken Diamond, Lot #2/El Camino Grove, Track Lot, Galvez Lot, Masters Grove, Toyon Grove, IM South Lot #4, or Cardinal Lots #3, #7 and #10.

To arrive at Lot #8/Arboretum Grove, turn west onto Galvez Street from El Camino Real. Stay in the right lane and turn right onto Arboretum Road. Pass the Arboretum Grove entrance, and turn right into the designated Lot #8/Arboretum Grove entrance, located the intersection of Arboretum Road and Lasuen Street.

You may also enter Lot #8/Arboretum Grove via El Camino Real. The entrance to Lot #8/Arboretum is along El Camino Real north of Embarcadero Road. Take El Camino Real southbound past Palm Drive. Stay in the right lane and turn right into the designated Lot #8/Arboretum Grove entrance.

Lot #9/Lasuen Grove Parking

A General Parking permit or credit card/mobile wallet payment on gameday will provide access to Lot #9/Lasuen Grove along with all other General Parking Lots (#8 & #13). General Parking permits DO NOT allow access into Lot #1/Sunken Diamond, Lot #2/El Camino Grove, Track Lot, Galvez Lot, Masters Grove, Toyon Grove, IM South Lot #4, or Cardinal Lots #3, #7 and #10.

There are two ways to arrive at Lot #9/Lasuen Grove:

1) Turn west onto Palm Drive from El Camino Real. Follow Palm Drive to Campus Drive East and turn left (south) on Campus Drive. Stay in your left lane and make a left on Lasuen Street. Follow Lasuen Street and turn left into the designated Lot #9/Lasuen Grove entrance.

2) Turn west onto Galvez Street from El Camino Real. Follow Galvez Street to the first stop sign (Campus Drive). Turn right onto Campus Drive. Pass Galvez Lot then take the next right at Lasuen Street. Turn left into the designated Lot #9/Lasuen Grove entrance.

Lot #13 Parking

A General Parking permit or credit card/mobile wallet payment on gameday will provide access to Lot #13 along with all other General Parking Lots (#8, & #9). General Parking permits DO NOT allow access into Lot #1/Sunken Diamond, Lot #2/El Camino Grove, Track Lot, Galvez Lot, Masters Grove, Toyon Grove, IM South Lot #4, or Cardinal Lots #3, #7 and #10.

To arrive at Lot #13, turn west onto Galvez Street from El Camino Real. Stay in the right lane and turn right onto Arboretum Road. Pass the Lot #7 and the Lot #8/Arboretum Grove entrances, and Palm Drive. The entrance to Lot #13 will be on the right hand side.

Bus Parking

A bus parking permit will provide access to park in the bus parking area, located on Galvez Street west of Stanford Stadium and Campus Drive. To arrive in the bus parking area, enter campus from Serra Street (south of Embarcadero Road from El Camino Real). Take a right onto Campus Drive. Enter the Campus Drive/Galvez Street traffic circle and exit three-quarters around the circle onto Galvez Street heading north. Bus parking will be on either side of the road on Galvez Street.

How do I pay for parking on game day?
If you do not have a prepaid parking pass, all General parking lots (Lots #8, #9, and #13) will have dedicated attendants collecting payment upon entry. Fans who drive up without a prepaid pass may use a credit card, Apple Pay or Google Pay to pay for parking. Cash is not accepted for day-of-game parking transactions in the General Lots.

Do I need to purchase a parking pass when I renew my Season Ticket Membership, or can I purchase it later?
It is highly recommended that Season Ticket Members (STMs) purchase a parking pass during the renewal process, as most of the reserved lots will sell out

What is the cost for a Season Ticket parking pass?
Parking prices vary by lot. For the most up to date pricing, please visit GoStanford.com/Tickets or email athleticstickets@stanford.edu

As a Season Ticket Member, which parking lots will I have access to?
The Cardinal Lot Parking Pass is valid for Lots #3, #7 and #10, which will only be accessible by those who purchase the season Cardinal Lot Parking Pass. The General Parking Pass is valid for all General Lots (Lots #8, #9, and #13).

Will I be guaranteed a parking spot?
If you have a full season premium lot parking pass you will be guaranteed entrance to that specific lot.
General Parking lots (Lots #8, #9 & #13) are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Cardinal Lot and Premium Lot pass holders may also park in the General Lots.

Which parking lots will be available for RVs?
Lots #2 and #7, #8, #9, & #10 accommodate RV parking. Only two (Lots #8, and #9) are available for day-of-game drive-up parking. Gameday RV parking in those lots costs twice as much as the normal parking price and is available on a first-come, first-served basis. A limited number of season parking passes for RVs are available in Lots #7 and #10 only by purchasing the season Cardinal Lot Parking Pass, and in Lots #8, and #9 by purchasing the season General Lot Parking Pass. 

Which lots are available for overnight parking?
Lot 2#/El Camino Grove is the only parking lot available for overnight parking and requires a Lot #2/El Camino Grove overnight parking pass. Lot #2/El Camino Grove will open beginning at 3:00 p.m. two days prior to each home game (e.g. Thursday at 3:00 p.m. for a Saturday home game).

Is tailgating allowed in all parking lots?
Patrons may park and tailgate in any of the designated football parking lots around Stanford Stadium. Stanford's shaded groves and ample lawns all contribute to a great game day experience.

When will parking lots open for tailgating?
All parking lots will open five (5) hours prior to kickoff except Lot #2/El Camino Grove which will open at 6:00 a.m. on gameday. Lot #2 overnight parking passes allow fans to arrive at 3:00 p.m. two days prior to the home game.

Do you accommodate group tailgates?
Stanford has teamed up with RevelXP to provide reserved tailgate packages on Maloney Field and Avery Plaza. RevelXP specializes in providing premium, full-service tailgating for groups of all sizes. They provide everything for your tailgate needs, including tents, tables, chairs, coolers with ice, TV packages, coordination of food and non-alcoholic beverages, bellhop service and much more. These offerings are an added service and will not impact anyone's tailgating tradition in Chuck Taylor Grove or parking lots. Learn more about RevelXP at revelxp.com/stanford-university

I don't wish to tailgate prior to the game. Is there a place my family can go to purchase food before Stanford Stadium gates open?
Yes. Stanford Football's Fan Fest offers live entertainment, kids activities and food/beverage for purchase prior to every home football game. Fan Fest admission is FREE and opens 2.5 hours prior to kick off. Fan Fest is located in the Hammer Throw area between Cobb Track and Nelson Road, across from Gate 3.

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Stanford Athletics has instituted revised security policies and is encouraging patrons to allow extra time for entry into venues. Please be aware that all persons and packages are subject to search. Security measures are constantly reviewed and subject to change as conditions warrant. Please continue to check gostanford.com for changes prior to events.

Security at entry gates will conduct a bag search and refuse entry to any persons possessing restricted items. Receptacles will be available if guests would like to discard prohibited items; otherwise they may take the items to their vehicles.

The following items are prohibited from Stanford Athletics facilities:
Alcoholic beverages or illegal drugs
Animals (except service animals)
Balls, Frisbees, whole fruit, or other potential projectiles
Bicycles, skates, scooters, or skateboards
Cans, glass, thermos bottles, metal bottles, flasks, any container larger than 20 ozs., or open containers
Coolers, backpacks or bags larger than 12” x 12” x 15”
Horns or artificial noisemakers
Laser pointers
Lawn chairs (OK for Klein Field at Sunken Diamond)
Open umbrellas
Poles, sticks, monopods, or tripods
Remote control cars or toys, including drones
Strollers or portable chairs (unless ADA compliant)
Tobacco items of any kind
Weapons (or replicas), or fireworks

Prohibited items will not be accepted for storage at Guest Services during events.

Smoking is not permitted in Stanford Athletics facilities.

The Stanford Athletics Ticket Office is located on the south side of Stanford Stadium at Gate 2. Children under two years of age are allowed in without a ticket, but must share a seat with their guardian.

Tickets may also be purchased online at Tickets.GoStanford.com. 

Office Hours: Ticket Office representatives are available by phone Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m., except holidays. The Athletics Ticket Office opens three hours before kickoff on football gamedays.

Phone: 1-800-STANFORD (1-800-782-6367)

Email: athleticstickets@stanford.edu

Mail: Stanford Athletics Ticket Office, Arrillaga Family Sports Center, 641 Campus Drive, Stanford, CA 94305

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Stanford Stadium has assumed a place as one of the most beautiful and fan-friendly football facilities in the country. The venue has a cozy seating capacity of 50,424, a considerable difference from the 85,000 that existed in what was previously the largest privately owned college football facility in the United States.

When Stanford took the field against Navy on Sept. 16, 2006, it signaled the culmination of 10 months of nonstop work that began minutes after the final play of the 2005 home season to reconstruct the old stadium into the new version.

Of course, that was more than twice as long as the four months it took to build the original stadium in 1921, for $211,000. Construction was sparked by a feud with the University of California to see who could complete a new football facility first. Stanford won.

Stanford Stadium has a long and storied history. In 1928, Herbert Hoover, a former Stanford football student manager, gave his acceptance speech there upon being nominated as the Republican presidential candidate.

During the height of the Cold War, track coach Payton Jordan brought the USA-USSR dual meet to Stanford in 1962. The two-day event drew a combined crowd of more than 150,000 to a meet that ended with both teams walking arm-in-arm on a victory lap that left at least one writer calling it “the greatest track meet of all time.”

The stadium was the site of the 1985 Super Bowl between the San Francisco 49ers and Miami Dolphins, and the longtime home of the East-West Shrine all-star football game.

Stanford Stadium boasts a strong soccer tradition, including: six matches in the 1994 World Cup, including a July 4 showdown between the U.S. and Brazil; the 1999 Women’s World Cup semifinal between the U.S. and Brazil; nine matches of the 1984 Olympic tournament; the 1981 NCAA men’s soccer final; and the annual California Clasico between the San Jose Earthquakes and Los Angeles Galaxy.

All restrooms throughout the main concourse, upper level, and Skybox are ADA accessible. Restrooms near Gates 2 and 4 in the outer concourse are also ADA accessible.

Family restroom is located in the south guest service room located behind section 103.

Stanford University prides itself on offering alternatives to driving to campus. Below are the most commonly used transportation alternatives to reach Stanford Stadium. For more information on transportation alternatives, please visit Parking & Transportation Services: http://transportation.stanford.edu

BART provides transit service on the San Francisco Peninsula and throughout the East Bay. Stanford riders can connect to BART at the following stations: Millbrae, Fremont, and Union City.

The Stanford Stadium and Palo Alto Caltrain Stations are just a short walk to Stanford Stadium. Visit caltrain.com for schedules and additional information.

The Marguerite Shuttle is a free shuttle service that travels the Stanford campus loop.

SamTrans connects the Palo Alto train station (and the free Marguerite Shuttle service) to all of San Mateo County (north of campus), including service to the San Francisco International Airport.

Stanford University is a bike-friendly campus. The Silicon Valley Bicycle Coalition will guard your bike during the game.