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Truist Stadium - home of North Carolina A&T Aggies in Greensboro, North Carolina
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NCAA FCS

Truist StadiumGreensboro, North Carolina

North Carolina A&T Aggies

About Truist Stadium

Truist Stadium opened in 1981 as Aggie Stadium, replacing the historic World War Memorial Stadium where NC A&T had played since the 1920s. With a capacity of 21,500, it's the largest venue in CAA Football and has hosted decades of MEAC and Big South Conference championships.

Truist Stadium History

Origins

The stadium was built to replace World War Memorial Stadium (built 1926), which A&T had shared with the city of Greensboro. The new on-campus facility provided the Aggies with their own home and significantly increased capacity.

Major Renovations

1926Original World War Memorial Stadium dedicated on November 11 (Armistice Day)
1981Current stadium opened as Aggie Stadium on September 12

Notable Moments

Nov 11, 1926World War Memorial Stadium dedicated in Greensboro
1927A&T went perfect 8-0, winning first CIAA championship
Sep 12, 1981New Aggie Stadium opened; A&T defeated Winston-Salem State 21-14 before record 23,000 fans

Visiting Truist Stadium

Best Seats

As the largest CAA Football venue, Truist Stadium offers a big-game atmosphere. The capacity of 21,500 provides an electric environment for rivalry games and homecoming.

Parking Tips

Located in Greensboro with easy highway access. Campus parking available, but the large capacity means big crowds for popular games. Arrive 2-3 hours early.

Game Day

NC A&T offers premier HBCU gameday atmosphere with one of the largest stadiums in FCS. The marching band, enthusiastic fans, and rich tradition create an unforgettable experience.

Local Recommendations

Bars & Drinks

Freeman's Grub and Pub

$$

American food with great bar and cool but accessible atmosphere.

3 miles
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Restaurants

Machete

$$$

Small plates restaurant nominated for James Beard Award. Amazing cocktails.

4 miles

Worth the splurge for exceptional dining in downtown Greensboro.

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'cille & 'scoe

$$

Downtown Greensboro restaurant with local flavor.

4 miles
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Walker/Elam Restaurants

$$$

Multiple restaurants at Walker & Elam: Sticks and Stones (pizza), Lindley Park Filling Station (sandwiches), Fishbones (seafood), Emma Keys (burgers).

5 miles

Great variety in one location for groups with different preferences.

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Hotels

Hampton Inn & Suites Greensboro Downtown

$$

Heart of downtown Greensboro, minutes from NC A&T, walkable to dining and museums.

4 miles

Great downtown location with walkability to attractions.

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Proximity Hotel

$$$

Near NC A&T with vibrant restaurant and bar.

2 miles
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Parking Options

Campus Lots

Lot0.2-0.4 miles

Large stadium means big crowds. Arrive early for homecoming and rivalry games.

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Closest Stadiums to Truist Stadium

Rhodes StadiumElon Phoenix · Elon, North Carolina15 miAllegacy Federal Credit Union StadiumWake Forest · Winston-Salem, NC27 miKenan StadiumNorth Carolina · Chapel Hill, NC42 miBrooks Field at Wallace Wade StadiumDuke · Durham, NC47 miO'Kelly–Riddick StadiumNorth Carolina Central Eagles · Durham, North Carolina49 miWayne Day Family Field at Carter–Finley StadiumNC State · Raleigh, NC62 mi

Frequently Asked Questions About Truist Stadium

What is the capacity of Truist Stadium?
Truist Stadium has a seating capacity of 21,500.
Where is Truist Stadium located?
Truist Stadium is located in Greensboro, North Carolina.
What team plays at Truist Stadium?
Truist Stadium is the home stadium of North Carolina A&T Aggies in the CAA Football.
When was Truist Stadium built?
Truist Stadium opened in 1981.
Where are the best seats at Truist Stadium?
As the largest CAA Football venue, Truist Stadium offers a big-game atmosphere. The capacity of 21,500 provides an electric environment for rivalry games and homecoming.
What are the best parking tips for Truist Stadium?
Located in Greensboro with easy highway access. Campus parking available, but the large capacity means big crowds for popular games. Arrive 2-3 hours early.
What type of surface does Truist Stadium have?
Truist Stadium has a bermuda grass (natural) playing surface.
What stadiums are near Truist Stadium?
The closest stadiums to Truist Stadium are Rhodes Stadium (15 mi), Allegacy Federal Credit Union Stadium (27 mi), Kenan Stadium (42 mi), Brooks Field at Wallace Wade Stadium (47 mi), O'Kelly–Riddick Stadium (49 mi), Wayne Day Family Field at Carter–Finley Stadium (62 mi).

References

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