What is the capacity of A. W. Mumford Stadium?

A. W. Mumford Stadium has a seating capacity of 28,500.

Where is A. W. Mumford Stadium located?

A. W. Mumford Stadium is located in Baton Rouge, Louisiana.

What team plays at A. W. Mumford Stadium?

A. W. Mumford Stadium is the home stadium of Southern Jaguars in the SWAC.

When was A. W. Mumford Stadium built?

A. W. Mumford Stadium opened in 1928.

What stadiums are near A. W. Mumford Stadium?

The closest stadiums to A. W. Mumford Stadium are Tiger Stadium (8 mi), Strawberry Stadium (43 mi), Cajun Field (55 mi), Manning Field at John L. Guidry Stadium (56 mi), Benson Field at Yulman Stadium (75 mi), Caesars Superdome (77 mi).

How old is A. W. Mumford Stadium?

A. W. Mumford Stadium opened in 1928, making it 98 years old. It ranks #50 among the oldest stadiums in the country.

A. W. Mumford Stadium - home of Southern Jaguars in Baton Rouge, Louisiana

NCAA FCS

A. W. Mumford StadiumBaton Rouge, Louisiana

Southern Jaguars

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Capacity

28,500

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Conference

SWAC

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Opened

1928

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Surface

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📖About A. W. Mumford Stadium

A. W. Mumford Stadium is a 28,500-seat venue on Southern University's campus in Baton Rouge—the largest on-campus stadium in the SWAC. Opened in 1928 and named after College Football Hall of Fame coach Arnett "Ace" Mumford, the stadium is home to the legendary Bayou Classic rivalry.

🏛️History

Origins

The stadium was built in 1928 to provide a home for Southern football and honor Coach Ace Mumford, who led the Jaguars from 1936-1942 and 1944-1961 to national prominence.

Major Renovations

1928Stadium opened as largest on-campus venue in SWAC

Notable Moments

1974Bayou Classic formalized as annual Thanksgiving weekend event vs Grambling State

1975-presentBayou Classic moved to New Orleans Superdome, drawing 250,000+ visitors annually with $26.5M economic impact

1932First meeting between Southern and Grambling on Armistice Day in Monroe, Louisiana

🎟️Visitor Guide

Best Seats

As the largest on-campus SWAC stadium, all seats offer excellent views. Lower bowl mid-field seating provides the best atmosphere for Jaguars home games.

Parking Tips

Campus parking is available throughout Southern's Baton Rouge campus. Arrive early for homecoming and rivalry games.

Game Day

The Bayou Classic is one of college football's most celebrated HBCU rivalries, drawing 70,000+ fans to the Superdome each Thanksgiving weekend. The Human Jukebox marching band is a must-see at every home game.

🗺️Local Recommendations

🍺Bars & Drinks

The Chimes

Legendary Baton Rouge bar with 100+ beers, great food, and a lively atmosphere near LSU.

📍 5 miles3357 Highland Rd, Baton Rouge, LA

💡 A Baton Rouge institution. Try the crawfish pistolettes.

Teddy's Juke Joint

Iconic Baton Rouge blues bar with live music and cold drinks in a rustic setting.

📍 2 milesScotlandville, Baton Rouge, LA

💡 Authentic Louisiana juke joint experience near campus. Live blues on weekends.

🍽️Restaurants

Tony's Seafood

Baton Rouge seafood market and restaurant famous for boiled crawfish and Cajun favorites.

📍 3 miles5215 Plank Rd, Baton Rouge, LA

💡 Get the boiled crawfish in season (March-June). Their boudin is excellent year-round.

Raising Cane's (Original)

The original Raising Cane's location near the LSU campus. Chicken fingers done to perfection.

📍 5 miles3313 Highland Rd, Baton Rouge, LA

💡 Visit the original location of the now-national chain. Extra Cane's sauce is a must.

Drusilla Seafood Restaurant

Cajun seafood restaurant with po-boys, gumbo, and fried platters.

📍 6 miles3482 Drusilla Ln, Baton Rouge, LA

💡 The seafood platter is enough for two. Great Cajun gumbo.

🏨Hotels

L'Auberge Casino & Hotel

$$$

Upscale casino resort on the Mississippi River in downtown Baton Rouge.

📍 8 miles777 L'Auberge Ave, Baton Rouge, LA

💡 Full casino, spa, and multiple restaurants. Book ahead for football weekends.

Hampton Inn Baton Rouge - Denham Springs

Affordable hotel with easy interstate access to Southern's campus.

📍 5 milesBaton Rouge, LA

💡 Good value with free breakfast. Multiple options along I-110.

🅿️Parking Options

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Mumford Stadium Lot

$10

Lot📍 0.1 miles

💡 Main lot adjacent to the stadium. Fills fast for homecoming.

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Southern University Campus Lots

Lot📍 0.5 miles

💡 Multiple overflow lots across Southern's expansive campus.

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Jaguar Tailgate Zone

$15

Tailgate📍 0.2 miles

💡 The Human Jukebox warm-up is the highlight of pre-game. Southern tailgating is among the best in HBCU football.

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Stadiums Near A. W. Mumford Stadium

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Tiger Stadium

LSU

Baton Rouge, LA8 mi

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Strawberry Stadium

Southeastern Louisiana Lions

Hammond, Louisiana43 mi

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Cajun Field

Louisiana

Lafayette, LA55 mi

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Manning Field at John L. Guidry Stadium

Nicholls Colonels

Thibodaux, Louisiana56 mi

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Benson Field at Yulman Stadium

Tulane

New Orleans, LA75 mi

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Caesars Superdome

New Orleans Saints

New Orleans, LA77 mi

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