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Stadium Policies and Information

Information on Doak Campbell Stadium policies, gate map, parking map, clear bag policy and prohibited items.


A New Doak

Ahead of the 2025 season, Doak Cambell Stadium underwent upgrades that part of FSU's ongoing commitment to ensuring that Doak Campbell Stadium remains the premier venue in college athletics. As construction progresses, fans can look forward to a vastly improved experience that embraces both tradition and innovation. See the renderings and learn more here!


9,908 Square Feet of HD

When the Seminoles opened up the 2016 season, fans were greeted with the tallest video board structure in college football broadcasting in 1080p true high-definition. The upgraded board is three-times larger and twice as high as the old one. The new board stands 63 feet high and it is accompanied by new high definition ribbon boards throughout the stadium. Overall, 9,908 square feet of LED displays were added to Doak Campbell.
 

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November 20, 2004

In a special ceremony prior to the Florida game on November 20, 2004, the home of Florida State football took on a meaning even more special when Bobby Bowden Field was dedicated. Now, with numerous additions to enhance the gameday experience, Seminole fans are treated to one of college football’s greatest venues.

South Endzone

The south end zone houses the Florida State University School of Hospitality, where students in the program receive hands-on experience in various aspects of the food and beverage industry. The multi-level facility is also home to the Champions Club, which includes private entrances, food and drink service in chair-back seats, covered rooftops with cabanas, and WiFi access with panoramic views of downtown Tallahassee.

Stadium Facts

Capacity 79,560
Surface 419 Tiftway Bermuda
Location Pensacola Street & Stadium Drive
First Game October 7, 1950
Opponent Randolph-Macon
Score Florida State 40, Randolph-Macon 7
All-Time Home Record (entering 2025) 322-109-4 (.745)

 
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North Endzone

The north end zone, which consisted of wood bleachers until the 1994 season kicked off, is topped by the offices of the football coaches. The offices are just part of the Daisy Parker Flory wing of the Moore Athletic Center which includes a number of amenities for the football staff. An even more drastic change came to completion in June of 2005 when the athletics department offices moved back into the newly rebuilt Moore Center.

200 & 300

Bowden’s 200th career victory came on Oct. 27, 1990, as FSU routed Louisiana State, 42-3, in Tallahassee. In 2007, Bowden won his 300th game at FSU on the field that bears his name with a 24-16 win over Maryland.

322 & Counting

The Noles boast a 322-109-4 all-time record at Doak Campbell Stadium for a winning percentage of .745. Overall, the Seminoles are 330-113-4 (.743) as the home team, which includes three seasons — 1947-49 — when they played their home games at Centennial Field. FSU was 8-4 at the downtown Tallahassee site, including 8-0 in coach Don Veller’s first two seasons.

October 7, 1950

Doak Campbell Stadium opened on Oct. 7, 1950, with Florida State celebrating a 40-7 victory over Randolph-Macon. Since then, millions of fans have passed through the gates.

 
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Top 10 Single Season Home Attendances

NO. YEAR TOTAL AVERAGE
1 2006 644,256 80,532
2 2014 575,478 82,211
3 2008 545,773 77,967
4 2011 544,893 77,841
5 2012 529,208 75,601
6 2013 527,947 75,421
7 2003 498,895 83,150
8 2004 497,047 82,841
9 2005 496,343 82,724
10 2002 490,598 81,766

Doak Campbell Stadium's Top 10 Crowds

No Att Year Opponent Fsu Opp
1 84,409 2013 Miami 41 14
2 84,409 2011 Oklahoma 13 23
3 84,409 2005 Miami 10 7
4 84,409 2003 Miami 14 22
5 84,409 2004 Florida 13 20
6 84,155 2004 Virginia 36 3
7 84,106 2002 Notre Dame 24 34
8 83,938 2002 Florida 31 14
9 83,912 2005 NC State 15 20
10 83,854 2003 NC State 50 44
 
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Stadium Capacities Since 1950

YEARS CAPACITY
1950-53 15,000
1954-60 19,000
1961-63 25,000
1964-77 40,500
1978-79 47,413
1980-81 51,094
1982-84 55,246
1985-91 60,519
1992 70,123
1993 72,589
1994 75,000
1995 77,500
1996 80,000
2001-2002 82,000
2003-2015 82,300
2016-Present 79,560

 

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