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Zable Stadium - home of William & Mary Tribe in Williamsburg, Virginia
NCAA FCS

Zable StadiumWilliamsburg, Virginia

William & Mary Tribe

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Capacity
12,259
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Conference
Patriot
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Opened
1935
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Surface
N/A

πŸ“–About Zable Stadium

Walter J. Zable Stadium at Cary Field, constructed in 1935 with Public Works Administration funding, opened with a 0-0 tie against rival Virginia. With a capacity of 12,259, the stadium was designed to blend with William & Mary's Colonial Williamsburg campus using Flemish bond brickwork and Georgian moldings.

πŸ›οΈHistory

Origins

The stadium was built in 1935 using a $138,395 Public Works Administration grant to provide William & Mary with a proper on-campus football facility that matched the architectural style of the historic campus.

Major Renovations

1935Stadium constructed at cost of $138,395 with PWA funding
1990Renamed Walter J. Zable Stadium after $10 million donation from alumnus Walter J. Zable and wife Betty

Notable Moments

Sep 21, 1935First game: 0-0 tie with state rival Virginia in season opener
Nov 3, 1990Formal dedication as Walter J. Zable Stadium

🎟️Visitor Guide

Best Seats

The stadium design with Flemish bond brickwork and Georgian trim creates a unique Colonial atmosphere. All seating provides good views of Cary Field.

Parking Tips

Located in historic Williamsburg with Colonial Williamsburg attractions nearby. Campus parking available. Consider staying in downtown Williamsburg to walk to campus.

Game Day

William & Mary offers one of the most unique settings in college football, with Colonial architecture and Williamsburg's historic atmosphere. The stadium's 1935 design blends seamlessly with the campus.

πŸ—ΊοΈLocal Recommendations

🍺Bars & Drinks

Cook's Burger Bar

$$

Casual bar in Williamsburg with burgers and drinks.

πŸ“ 2 miles

Craft 31

$$

Gourmet burgers, handcrafted pizza, raw bar with drinks and live music. Brunch, lunch, dinner.

πŸ“ 2 miles

πŸ’‘ Great gameday atmosphere with live entertainment.

🍽️Restaurants

King's Arms Tavern

$$$

Originally opened in 1772. Chophouse menu featuring prime rib and pork chops inspired by 18th-century recipes.

πŸ“ 1.5 miles

πŸ’‘ Authentic Colonial Williamsburg dining experience.

Cochon on 2nd

$$$

Chef-driven restaurant with innovative cuisine, genuine hospitality and rotating menus.

πŸ“ 1.5 miles

Tuscany Ristorante Italiano

$$

Authentic Italian dishes at corner of Longhill Road and Olde Towne Road.

πŸ“ 3 miles

🏨Hotels

The Griffin Hotel

$$$

Named after William & Mary Tribe mascot with Green & Gold wings. Includes breakfast buffet.

πŸ“ 0.5 miles

πŸ’‘ Perfect for W&M fans. Book early for homecoming and rivalry games.

Williamsburg Inn

$$$

Luxury Colonial Williamsburg hotel with pool.

πŸ“ 1.5 miles

πŸ’‘ Combine football weekend with Colonial Williamsburg experience.

🎭Attractions

Colonial Williamsburg

$$

Living history museum with 18th-century buildings, costumed interpreters, and museums.

πŸ“ 1 mile

πŸ’‘ Make it a full historic weekend with W&M football and Colonial Williamsburg.

πŸ…ΏοΈParking Options

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Campus Lots

LotπŸ“ 0.1-0.2 miles

πŸ’‘ Historic Williamsburg location. Consider walking from downtown hotels.

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Colonial Williamsburg Parking

LotπŸ“ 1 mile

πŸ’‘ Combine football with Colonial Williamsburg visit. Park once, walk to both.

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References

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