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Camp Randall Stadium - home of Wisconsin in Madison, WI
NCAA FBS

Camp Randall StadiumMadison, Wisconsin

Wisconsin

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Capacity
76,057
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Conference
Big Ten
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Opened
1917
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Surface
FieldTurf

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📖About Camp Randall Stadium

Camp Randall Stadium is the oldest stadium in the Big Ten and fifth-oldest in college football, built on the grounds of a Civil War Union Army training camp. With a capacity of 75,822, it's famous for the "Jump Around" tradition—when 76,000 fans jump to House of Pain, the vibrations register on seismographs.

🏛️History

Origins

Built in 1917 on historic Camp Randall, a Civil War training ground named for Governor Alexander Randall. The first game was a 10-7 homecoming win over Minnesota. The site's military history is commemorated with monuments around the stadium.

Major Renovations

1958Field lowered 10 feet, running track removed; capacity to 63,435
1966Second deck added on west side (77,745 capacity)
2005$109.5M renovation: 72 suites, 337 club seats, wider concourse
2022CR Future: South end zone premium seating and hospitality clubs completed

Notable Moments

Oct 10, 1998"Jump Around" tradition begins—played after 3rd quarter vs Purdue
Nov 12, 2005Record crowd of 83,184 for Wisconsin vs Iowa
Oct 30, 1993Field stormed after first win vs Michigan since 1981

🎟️Visitor Guide

Best Seats

Sections D-F are behind the Wisconsin bench; S-U behind visitors. Student sections J-P are loudest. South end loge boxes, ledge seats, and terrace patios opened in 2022. The Buckingham Club and Ford Varsity Club on east side offer premium hospitality.

Parking Tips

Day-of parking: $5 in Lots 60/76 (shuttle available), $20 in Lots 46/67. State Street Campus Garage ($15-20 walk) doesn't require early exit for night games. Vilas Neighborhood streets near Regent St fill with yard parking—closer = pricier.

Game Day

Badger Bash at Union South starts 2.5 hrs before kickoff—free with band performance and Bucky Badger. Stadium is cashless. Stay for the Fifth Quarter—win or lose, the band plays and fans sing "On Wisconsin!" Don't miss Jump Around after the 3rd quarter—when engineers approved it, the chancellor kept the tradition alive.

🗺️Local Recommendations

🍺Bars & Drinks

SCONNIEBAR

$$

Premier sports bar one block from stadium. 37 TVs including 10-foot SCONNIECREEN. Over 1300 patrons on game Saturdays.

📍 0.1 miles1204 Regent St

💡 THE gameday destination. Trademark burger is a must-try.

Lucky's 1313 Brew Pub

$$

Massive warehouse-style sports bar on Regent Street with on-site brewery and huge TVs.

📍 0.2 miles1313 Regent St

💡 Great for large groups. Try their house-brewed IPA.

🍽️Restaurants

The Old Fashioned

$$

Wisconsin tribute with cheese curds and walleye. 50 Wisconsin beers on tap, hand-muddled Old Fashioneds.

📍 1 mile23 N Pinckney St

💡 Get there early - very popular on gamedays.

State Street Brats

$

Gets packed and lively on gamedays. Patio with multiple TVs.

📍 0.8 miles603 State St

💡 Classic Wisconsin brats before the game.

Mickies Dairy Bar

$

Iconic 1940s diner across from the stadium. Famous for its Scramblers and huge portions.

📍 0.1 miles1511 Monroe St

💡 Cash only. The line moves fast but starts early.

🏨Hotels

The Edgewater

$$$$

Lakeside hotel with shuttles to Camp Randall. Free for guests, $12 for others.

📍 1.5 miles1001 Wisconsin Pl

💡 Drinks at the Boathouse with lake views. Brunch at Statehouse.

Graduate Madison

$$$

Boutique hotel with camp-themed decor and a rooftop bar overlooking Lake Mendota.

📍 0.8 miles601 Langdon St

💡 Check out the Camp Trippalindee rooftop for views of campus.

🎭Attractions

Union South Badger Bash

$

Free pregame event 2.5 hours before kickoff. Band performance, Spirit Squad, and Bucky Badger.

📍 0.3 miles1308 W Dayton St

💡 Family-friendly. The Sett Pub inside for drinks.

Wisconsin State Capitol

$

Stunning white granite dome with a panoramic view of the city from the observation deck.

📍 1.2 miles2 E Main St

💡 Observation deck is open during summer and fall months.

🅿️Parking Options

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Lots 60/76

$5
Lot📍 1 mile

💡 Shuttle available to stadium. Best value parking.

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Great Dane Shuttle

Free with purchase
Lot📍 2+ miles

💡 All 4 Madison locations offer free shuttles to game.

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Union South Garage (Lot 80)

$20
Garage📍 0.3 miles

💡 Closest public parking but fills up very early.

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