Blakeslee Stadium Tickets

Blakeslee Stadium Tickets & Events

On the southern edge of the Minnesota State University, Mankato campus, Blakeslee Stadium has been a home-field setting for Maverick football since 1962. Blakeslee Stadium tickets put fans in an open-air college football stadium known for Minnesota State Mankato games, regional athletics, and community events on campus.

This page covers everything you need to know before you go — from finding the right seats to getting there, navigating the venue, and buying with confidence.

About Blakeslee Stadium

Blakeslee Stadium is an outdoor football stadium located at Minnesota State University, Mankato. Opened in 1962, it is owned and operated by Minnesota State University, Mankato and seats approximately 7,000 fans in a fixed-seat, open-air configuration. The stadium sits on the south side of campus and is accessed from Stadium Road.

The venue is best known as the home field for Minnesota State University Mankato Mavericks football, an NCAA Division II program competing in the Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference. It also hosts high school football, athletic events, and community events connected to the MSU Mankato campus, with a primary operating season that runs from late summer through late fall.

Blakeslee Stadium also holds regional sports history as the longtime summer training camp home associated with the Minnesota Vikings during the team’s years based in Mankato.

Location & Transportation

Blakeslee Stadium is located at 161 Stadium Road, Mankato, MN 56001 — on the southern edge of the Minnesota State University, Mankato campus.

Driving and Parking: The stadium is primarily reached by car, with on-campus parking lots serving the venue on event days. For larger games, arriving early is advisable because campus lots can fill as kickoff approaches. The venue is accessed via Stadium Road on the south side of campus.

Transit: Greater Mankato Transit bus service operates in the Mankato area and serves the university. Transit can be useful for reaching campus, though most event attendees arrive by car.

Rideshare: Rideshare drop-off and pickup are feasible using campus access roads. After major games, expect some congestion around campus lots as vehicles, rideshare traffic, and pedestrians leave the area.

Nearby Accommodation: Hotels are available throughout Mankato, including properties along the US-169 corridor and near downtown, both within a short drive of the MSU Mankato campus.

Venue Navigation

Blakeslee Stadium is a straightforward outdoor stadium with a single-tier seating layout along the football field. Understanding the campus approach, gate entry, and sideline seating arrangement can make arrival and seating easier on game day.

Entrances and Access: Guests enter through gated access points at the stadium perimeter on the MSU Mankato campus. The stadium is reached from Stadium Road, with event-day access flowing through the surrounding campus area.

Seating Levels: Seating is organized as a single-tier bowl with grandstand seating along the sidelines. The stadium has approximately 7,000 seats, giving fans a classic college football setup with clear sightlines toward the field.

Dining Options

Inside Blakeslee Stadium

Concession stands serving standard game-day fare are available at Blakeslee Stadium on event days. Lines can build closer to kickoff and during peak breaks, so planning food or drink stops around the busiest moments can help keep your visit moving smoothly.

Outside the Venue — Mankato

Restaurants and dining options are available throughout Mankato, including choices near Minnesota State University, Mankato and in the downtown area. Fans staying nearby or arriving early can find pregame and postgame dining within a short drive of campus.

Security & Policies

Blakeslee Stadium maintains security and venue policies that are updated regularly and may vary by event. Before attending, reviewing the current policy on the venue's official website is strongly recommended.

Entry Procedures: Guests should expect digital or printed ticket verification at gate entry on event days. Having tickets ready before reaching the gate helps keep the line moving.

Other Venues in the Mankato Area

Blakeslee Stadium is part of a broader Mankato live-events and athletics scene that includes campus venues, local arenas, high school facilities, and performing arts spaces. Fans looking for more events in the area have several nearby options across sports and entertainment.

• Bresnan Arena (Taylor Center) Tickets — On-campus arena at Minnesota State University, Mankato; home to Maverick basketball and volleyball
• Verizon Center (Mayo Clinic Health System Event Center) Tickets — Mankato's primary arena and event center; home to the Mankato Mavericks men's hockey program events and concerts
• All Seasons Arena Tickets — Mankato ice and event arena hosting hockey and community events
• Mankato West High School Stadium Tickets — Local high school football and athletics venue
• Mankato East High School Athletic Facilities Tickets — Local high school sports venue
• Minnesota State University Mankato Performing Arts Center (Ted Paul Theatre) Tickets — Campus performing arts venue hosting theatrical productions and concerts

How Much Do Tickets to Blakeslee Stadium Cost?

Blakeslee Stadium ticket prices vary significantly depending on the type of event, the team, seating section, and demand — which is what you'd expect from a venue that hosts everything from high school and community events to rivalry, homecoming, and playoff football dates.

For Minnesota State Mankato Mavericks football games, prices are typically modest for a Division II football setting. General admission and reserved seats often fall around $10–$25, with opponent, matchup, rivalry dates, homecoming, playoff games, and seat location all affecting demand.

For high school and community events at Blakeslee Stadium, prices are typically low, often ranging from single digits to low double digits depending on the event.

Buying earlier generally secures better seat selection for marquee and homecoming games. As inventory tightens closer to event day, the strongest remaining seat options can move faster, especially for rivalry games and high-demand dates.

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Blakeslee Stadium Seating Guide

Blakeslee Stadium uses a single-tier grandstand layout along the sidelines of the football field, so seat choice is mainly about balancing price, field position, and proximity to the action.

Best Seats at Blakeslee Stadium

• Best value: General grandstand and end-zone-adjacent seating are typically the most affordable options, making them a strong choice for fans who want to be part of the game-day atmosphere at a lower price point.
• Closest to the action: Lower sideline rows nearest the field give fans the most direct proximity to the players and in-game action.
• Best overall experience: Midfield sideline seats offer the best overall view of the field, giving fans a balanced perspective on both ends of play.
• General admission: General admission seating is commonly offered for college football games at this level, giving fans flexible options within the available seating areas.

Blakeslee Stadium Seating Chart

You can view an interactive seating map for Blakeslee Stadium events directly on BoxOfficeTicketSales.com while browsing available listings. The map lets you compare sections side by side, check row depth and distance from the field, and see real-time pricing for what's currently available — all before committing to a purchase.

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Getting Ready for Your Blakeslee Stadium Event

Once your tickets are confirmed, a few practical preparations make your visit run significantly smoother — especially at an open-air college football stadium on the MSU Mankato campus.

• Download your tickets before you leave. Save your tickets to your phone's wallet or screenshot them before departing so you're ready at the gate without needing a signal.
• Charge your phone fully. Digital ticketing is standard, and your phone is your entry. A portable battery pack is worth having for a full evening.
• Arrive early. Arrive early for larger games to allow time for campus parking and gate entry.
• Wear the right footwear. Blakeslee Stadium is an outdoor stadium with grandstand steps, so comfortable, supportive footwear is advisable.
• Dress in layers. The venue is open-air in southern Minnesota, and late-season games can be cold and windy. Dress in layers and prepare for variable fall weather.
• Build extra time into your transit plan. Larger games can create heavier campus traffic and fuller parking lots, so give yourself extra time before kickoff.
• Check the bag policy in advance. Reviewing the venue's guidelines before packing prevents delays at security.

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Blakeslee Stadium events — particularly rivalry games, homecoming dates, and playoff matchups — move fast. The best-value listings disappear well before event night, and inventory for popular events tightens quickly once demand builds. If you have a specific event in mind, acting sooner gets you better seats at better prices. Browse Blakeslee Stadium tickets now and lock in your spot before inventory moves.

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