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📖About Alaska Airlines Field at Husky Stadium
Husky Stadium holds 70,138 and is the largest stadium in the Pacific Northwest. Its U-shaped design opens to stunning views of Lake Washington, the Cascades, and Mount Rainier. It holds the record as the loudest college stadium ever recorded—and may have originated "the wave" in 1981.
🏛️Alaska Airlines Field at Husky Stadium History
Origins
Built in 1920 with 30,000 seats, replacing Denny Field. Originally called University of Washington Stadium, renamed Husky Stadium in 1970. Alaska Airlines purchased field naming rights in 2015 for $41M over 10 years—then the largest such deal in college athletics.
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Best Seats
Rows 30-42 in sections 105-107 and 128 offer great midfield views. Don James Center (sections 228-230) has theatre-style chairbacks and fireside lounge. West side has best rain protection. Washington sideline is in front of 128-130; visitors in front of 105-107.
Parking Tips
Pay-By-Phone required for campus lots E17, E19, E20, E21 (near stadium). Lot E18 opens at 9am for serious tailgaters. Light rail is easiest—free parking at Angle Lake, Tukwila, and Northgate stations; $2.25-$3.50 fare drops you at the stadium entrance.
Game Day
"Sailgating" on Lake Washington draws 3,000+ fans in boats—anchor in Union Bay without permit, or reserve Husky Harbor dock space. Washington crew offers shuttles to/from boats. Bring ear protection—it's deafeningly loud. Layer up and bring rain gear; Seattle weather is unpredictable. Post-game, hit Shultzy's or Big Time Brewery on University Way.
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Alaska Airlines Field at Husky Stadium ranks among the venues tracked on Fan Stamp as the 35th-largest and the 15th-oldest.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Alaska Airlines Field at Husky Stadium
- What is the capacity of Alaska Airlines Field at Husky Stadium?
- Alaska Airlines Field at Husky Stadium has a seating capacity of 70,083.
- Where is Alaska Airlines Field at Husky Stadium located?
- Alaska Airlines Field at Husky Stadium is located in Seattle, WA.
- What team plays at Alaska Airlines Field at Husky Stadium?
- Alaska Airlines Field at Husky Stadium is the home stadium of Washington in the Big Ten.
- When was Alaska Airlines Field at Husky Stadium built?
- Alaska Airlines Field at Husky Stadium opened in 1920.
- Where are the best seats at Alaska Airlines Field at Husky Stadium?
- Rows 30-42 in sections 105-107 and 128 offer great midfield views. Don James Center (sections 228-230) has theatre-style chairbacks and fireside lounge. West side has best rain protection. Washington sideline is in front of 128-130; visitors in front of 105-107.
- What are the best parking tips for Alaska Airlines Field at Husky Stadium?
- Pay-By-Phone required for campus lots E17, E19, E20, E21 (near stadium). Lot E18 opens at 9am for serious tailgaters. Light rail is easiest—free parking at Angle Lake, Tukwila, and Northgate stations; $2.25-$3.50 fare drops you at the stadium entrance.
- What type of surface does Alaska Airlines Field at Husky Stadium have?
- Alaska Airlines Field at Husky Stadium has a astroturf 3d3 (2021-present) playing surface.
- What stadiums are near Alaska Airlines Field at Husky Stadium?
- The closest stadiums to Alaska Airlines Field at Husky Stadium are T-Mobile Park (4 mi), Sutter Health Park (628 mi), Angel Stadium (984 mi), Chase Field (1117 mi), Target Field (1389 mi), Kauffman Stadium (1508 mi).
- Who are Washington's biggest rivals?
- Washington's rivals include Oregon, Washington State (Apple Cup).
- How old is Alaska Airlines Field at Husky Stadium?
- Alaska Airlines Field at Husky Stadium opened in 1920, making it 106 years old. It ranks #15 among the oldest stadiums in the country.
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