Cajun Field
Louisiana
Lafayette, LA
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📖About Cajun Field
Cajun Field, nicknamed "The Swamp" since 1988, sits two feet below sea level in Lafayette. The 30,000-seat stadium underwent a $65M renovation completed in 2025 and is the largest in the Sun Belt.
🏛️History
Origins
Opened September 25, 1971 with a shutout of Santa Clara. Built to replace McNaspy Stadium. Nicknamed "The Swamp" because the field sits below sea level near Cypress Lake.
Major Renovations
Notable Moments
🎟️Visitor Guide
Best Seats
New west side features 34 suites, 40 loge boxes, 524 club seats. East side renovation begins after 2026.
Parking Tips
Cajundome lots nearby. Lafayette has excellent Cajun food options.
Game Day
Experience Cajun culture—boudin, crawfish, and zydeco. The Swamp atmosphere is unique. Largest Sun Belt stadium.
🔥Rivals
Stadiums Near Cajun Field
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A. W. Mumford Stadium
Southern Jaguars
Navarre Stadium
McNeese Cowboys
Manning Field at John L. Guidry Stadium
Nicholls Colonels
Strawberry Stadium
Southeastern Louisiana Lions
Benson Field at Yulman Stadium
Tulane
References
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