What is the capacity of Pat Dye Field at Jordan–Hare Stadium?

Pat Dye Field at Jordan-Hare Stadium seats 88,043, making it Alabama's fifth-largest city on football Saturdays. Named for legendary coach Shug Jordan and early football pioneer Cliff Hare, the stadium is famous for its pregame War Eagle flight—a live golden eagle soaring to midfield.

🏛️History

Origins

Opened as Auburn Stadium in 1939 with 7,500 seats for a Thanksgiving Day 7-7 tie against Florida. Renamed for coach Ralph "Shug" Jordan (176 wins) and early player/administrator Cliff Hare in 1973. The playing field was named for Pat Dye in 2005.

Major Renovations

1970Major expansion began transforming the stadium

1989First on-campus Iron Bowl vs Alabama

201510,830 sq ft video board installed—largest in college sports at the time

2024New north end zone videoboard; Locker Room Club, Field Suites, Hall of Fame Club added

Notable Moments

Dec 2, 1989First Iron Bowl in Auburn; Tigers upset #2 Alabama 30-20

Nov 30, 2013"Kick Six"—Chris Davis returns missed FG 109 yards to beat Alabama

Nov 25, 2017#1 Georgia upset 40-17; "The Pappoe Play"

🎟️Visitor Guide

Best Seats

West side sections are behind the Auburn bench; any seat offers clear sightlines. The Beckwith Club on the 50-yard line is premium. New 2024 clubs include the Locker Room Club, Field Suites, and Hall of Fame Club. ADA seating in sections 17, 18, 33, 35, 37, 44.

Parking Tips

Free lots at Hayfields, Research Park, Wire/Mell Streets open Friday. Downtown decks on Wright and Burton Streets available day-of. Tiger Transit runs free shuttles from War Eagle Way starting 4 hrs before kickoff. Drive War Eagle Road to hear fight song rumble strips!

Game Day

Tiger Walk starts 2 hours before kickoff along Donahue Drive—fans line up to cheer players. Arrive 30-45 min early to watch the War Eagle soar from the stadium corner to midfield. Coca-Cola Fan Fest opens 4 hours early with live music. Clear bag policy enforced; alcohol now sold inside.