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Bagwell Field at Dowdy–Ficklen Stadium - home of East Carolina in Greenville, NC
NCAA FBS

Bagwell Field at Dowdy–Ficklen StadiumGreenville, North Carolina

East Carolina

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Capacity
51,000
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Conference
American
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Opened
1963
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Surface
Tifton 419 Hybrid Bermuda

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🗺️Local Recommendations

🍺Bars & Drinks

Sup Dogs

$

Consistently voted one of the best college bars in America; famous for its hot dogs and energetic vibe.

📍 0.8 miles210 E 5th St

💡 Order the 'Sup Crush' and arrive early—this place is absolutely packed on gamedays.

Kickback Jack's

$$

Reliable sports bar with a massive TV wall and a huge menu of wings and burgers.

📍 2.1 miles412 SE Greenville Blvd

💡 Perfect for fans who want a comfortable seat and clear view of every game on gameday.

Pantana Bob's

$

An ECU institution with a strong Pirates following and great outdoor space.

📍 1.0 miles508 Cotanche St

💡 Grab a table on the patio to soak in the Greenville gameday energy.

Tiebreakers

$$

High-energy sports bar with numerous HD screens and a full gameday menu.

📍 2.5 miles1920 SW Greenville Blvd

💡 They often have local DJ/live music after the game ends.

🍽️Restaurants

Parker's Barbecue

$$

Iconic North Carolina BBQ spot serving up Eastern-style whole hog pork and fried chicken.

📍 4.2 miles3109 Memorial Dr

💡 It's a short drive but worth it for the corn sticks and legendary BBQ.

Native Fine Diner

$$

Creative, modern take on classic diner fare led by an award-winning chef.

📍 1.8 miles407 Dickinson Ave

💡 Try the fried chicken biscuit—it's a fan favorite for pregame fuel.

OJ's Diner

$

Authentic Southern soul food staple known for its generous portions and homestyle cooking.

📍 2.4 miles411 N Memorial Dr

💡 Their mac and cheese and collard greens are the best in Greenville.

The Starlight Café

$$$

Family-run farm-to-table restaurant with a cozy atmosphere and Belgian influences.

📍 1.2 miles104 W 5th St

💡 Perfect for a post-game victory dinner with fresh, locally sourced ingredients.

🏨Hotels

Hilton Garden Inn Greenville University

$$$

Modern hotel located just minutes from the ECU campus and stadium.

📍 1.4 miles115 SE Greenville Blvd

💡 Request a higher floor for potential views of the campus area.

Holiday Inn Express Greenville

$$

Clean, consistent, and very close to the stadium grounds.

📍 2.0 miles1105 Teakwood Dr

💡 Great for families who want to be close to the festivities without staying downtown.

🎭Attractions

Pirate Walk

Free

Tradition where the team, band, and coaches march through the crowd into the stadium.

📍 0.1 milesStadium Perimeter

💡 Be near the entrance gates 3 hours before kickoff to catch the full procession.

Freeboot Fridays

Free

Community rally the night before home games with live music and food trucks.

📍 1.2 milesFive Points Plaza

💡 A must-do for out-of-town fans to experience Greenville's Pirate pride.

🅿️Parking Options

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Pirate Club Lots

Varies
Lot📍 0.1 miles

💡 The closest spots, typically reserved for Pirate Club donors.

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Johnson Stadium Parking

$20-$30
Tailgate📍 0.2 miles

💡 Excellent tailgating atmosphere near the baseball field.

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Downtown Garage Shuttle

$5-$10
Shuttle📍 1.2 miles

💡 Park in city decks and take the shuttle to avoid gridlock around the stadium.

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