Memorial Stadium - NE Tickets

Memorial Stadium - NE Tickets & Events

The Sea of Red turns the University of Nebraska–Lincoln campus into one of college football’s loudest settings, with more than 85,000 fans surrounding Tom Osborne Field on Nebraska Cornhuskers game days. Memorial Stadium - NE tickets put you inside a storied outdoor stadium known for Big Ten football, the Tunnel Walk, and a home sellout streak that began in 1962.

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 Memorial Stadium - NE

Memorial Stadium - NE opened in 1923 and has been expanded and renovated many times over its history. Owned and operated by the University of Nebraska–Lincoln through Husker Athletics, the stadium sits at 1 Memorial Stadium Drive on the university campus just north of downtown Lincoln. Its listed capacity is beyond 85,000, with historical configurations often falling in the 85,000–90,000 range; a major renovation project announced for the stadium is planned to reconfigure capacity to approximately 80,000 by 2028.

The venue is the home of the Nebraska Cornhuskers football team, an NCAA Division I FBS program in the Big Ten Conference. It primarily hosts Nebraska football, including regular-season games, spring games, select special events, and large campus gatherings. Its reputation is built on decades of landmark Cornhuskers football, national-championship-era teams under coach Tom Osborne, and an NCAA-record consecutive home sellout streak that has continued uninterrupted for decades.

Dedicated as a memorial to Nebraskans who served in wars, Memorial Stadium - NE is known for its war-memorial inscriptions, its “Sea of Red” crowd, the Tunnel Walk entrance, and the balloon release after Nebraska’s first score.

Location & Transportation

Memorial Stadium - NE is located at 1 Memorial Stadium Drive, Lincoln, NE 68588 — on the University of Nebraska–Lincoln campus just north of downtown Lincoln.

Driving and Parking: Memorial Stadium - NE is accessible by nearby interstates and downtown Lincoln streets. Parking is spread across university lots, downtown garages, and private or residential lots near campus. On Nebraska football game days, lots and garages fill well ahead of kickoff, so arriving early is strongly advised.

Transit: StarTran city buses serve the downtown and campus area, and many fans walk to the stadium from downtown Lincoln or campus parking. Transit options are more limited than at major-metro venues, so driving, parking nearby, and walking from downtown are common game-day approaches.

Rideshare: Uber and Lyft operate in Lincoln, with drop-off and pickup options near campus. Expect heavy congestion and longer waits immediately after games as crowds leave the stadium and surrounding tailgate areas.

Nearby Accommodation: Hotels are concentrated in downtown Lincoln, including the Haymarket district, which is within walking distance or a short drive of the stadium. Additional lodging is available near the interstate and elsewhere around the city.

Venue Navigation

Memorial Stadium - NE uses a traditional stadium bowl layout, with seating wrapped around the football field and multiple gates around the exterior. Understanding your gate, section, and seating level before arrival helps you move through large game-day crowds more efficiently.

Entrances and Access: Multiple numbered gates ring the stadium bowl, and fans enter through the gate that corresponds with their seating area. Because Nebraska game days draw very large crowds, checking the gate and section printed on your ticket before you leave can make arrival smoother.

Seating Levels: The stadium has lower and upper seating areas on the east, west, north, and south sides, with premium, club, and suite areas added through expansions over time. Seating is connected around the field, and much of the stadium uses traditional bleacher-style seating, with chairback and premium options in select areas.

Accessibility: ADA and accessible seating locations and services are provided, with assistance available through the university athletics department. Accessible seating, parking, and guest-service needs should be planned ahead of game day.

Getting to Your Section: Signage and event staff direct fans to gates and seating sections throughout the stadium. Reaching upper seating areas can involve stairs and ramps, so allow extra time once you enter, especially close to kickoff.

Dining Options

Inside Memorial Stadium - NE

Concessions throughout the concourses offer standard stadium fare for Nebraska football games. Premium and club areas provide upgraded food service. Lines typically build before kickoff and again at halftime, so buying food earlier in the pregame window can save time.

Outside the Venue — Downtown Lincoln and the Historic Haymarket District

Downtown Lincoln and the Historic Haymarket district are a short walk from Memorial Stadium - NE and are popular before and after Nebraska football games. The area offers a dense mix of restaurants, bars, and brewpubs that draw fans throughout game day.

Security & Policies

Memorial Stadium - NE 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.

Bag Policy: A clear-bag policy is typically enforced at Memorial Stadium - NE, with restrictions on bag size and type. Small clutch bags are generally permitted within size limits, and arriving with a compliant bag helps keep the gate process moving.

Commonly Prohibited Items: Commonly restricted items include weapons, outside food and beverages, large bags, and professional cameras. Game-day prohibited-item lists are published by the venue and athletics department.

Re-Entry: Re-entry is generally not permitted once a fan has exited the stadium. Event-specific entry language appears on the event listing and ticket information.

Entry Procedures: Expect bag checks, security screening or metal detection, and digital ticket verification at the gates. Pre-downloaded mobile tickets and compliant bags can help speed entry.

Other Venues in the Lincoln Area

Memorial Stadium - NE is Lincoln’s signature college-football venue, while the broader Lincoln area also includes arenas, ballparks, performing arts spaces, and downtown music venues. Together, these venues give the city a strong year-round live-events scene.

• Pinnacle Bank Arena Tickets — Downtown Lincoln indoor arena hosting concerts, Nebraska Cornhuskers men's and women's basketball, and major touring events
• Bob Devaney Sports Center Tickets — University of Nebraska–Lincoln arena, home to Nebraska Cornhuskers volleyball and other university sports
• Haymarket Park Tickets — Lincoln ballpark, home to Nebraska Cornhuskers baseball and the Lincoln Saltdogs of the American Association of Professional Baseball
• Lied Center for Performing Arts Tickets — Performing arts venue on the University of Nebraska–Lincoln campus hosting touring productions, concerts, and theater
• Pershing Center Tickets — Former downtown Lincoln multi-purpose arena and historic venue
• Bourbon Theatre Tickets — Historic downtown Lincoln music and events venue
• The Bourbon / Royal Grove and Smaller Lincoln Music Halls Tickets — Local live-music venues in and around downtown Lincoln

How Much Do Tickets to Memorial Stadium - NE Cost?

Memorial Stadium - NE 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 spring games to marquee Big Ten matchups.

For Nebraska Cornhuskers football, general, upper-level, and end-zone seats can start around approximately $50–$150, depending on the opponent and date. These areas are often the most accessible entry points for fans who want the full Memorial Stadium atmosphere at a lower price.

Sideline and lower-bowl seats for Nebraska football typically range from approximately $125–$350. These sections bring fans closer to the field and place them in some of the stadium’s strongest sightline areas, especially along the east and west sidelines.

Premium, club, and high-demand seats for marquee opponents can reach $350 or more. Big Ten matchups, ranked opponents, rivalry-style games, and homecoming dates can drive prices higher as demand increases.

Buying earlier generally provides better seat selection and pricing, particularly for high-demand opponents and homecoming games. As inventory shrinks and game day approaches, prices for the best remaining sections often rise.

> No hidden fees. At Box Office Ticket Sales, the price you see is the price you pay. All fees are shown before checkout — no surprise charges when you reach the final step.

How to Buy Memorial Stadium - NE Tickets

Getting your tickets through BoxOfficeTicketSales.com is fast and secure. Here's how the process works:

1. Browse Memorial Stadium - NE events — Search for Memorial Stadium - NE tickets and select the show, game, or event you want to attend
2. Pick your seats — Use the interactive seating map to compare sections, rows, views, and real-time pricing side by side
3. Secure checkout — Pay with a credit card, PayPal, Apple Pay, or Affirm for flexible payment options
4. Receive your tickets — Digital tickets are delivered to your email or mobile wallet before the event, ready to scan at the gate

Every order is backed by our 100% verified ticket guarantee and on-time delivery promise. Once your order is confirmed, you'll receive an email with your invoice and all event details you need before show night.

Memorial Stadium - NE Seating Guide

Memorial Stadium - NE has a bowl-style layout surrounding the football field, with lower and upper decks on all four sides and premium areas in select locations. Because the venue is large and much of the seating is bleacher-style, comparing section location, row placement, and proximity to the field is especially useful before buying.

Best Seats at Memorial Stadium - NE

• Best value: General bleacher sections, upper-deck seats, corner sections, and end-zone areas are typically the most affordable options. They still deliver the full game-day atmosphere of the Sea of Red while keeping prices more accessible.
• Closest to the action: Lower-bowl sideline and end-zone rows nearest the field put fans closest to Nebraska football, the team entrances, and the intensity of the crowd around Tom Osborne Field.
• Best overall experience: Sideline sections at midfield on the east and west sides offer the strongest balance of field view, atmosphere, and overall sightlines. Lower sideline seating is especially popular for fans who want both proximity and a clear view of plays developing.
• Premium and suite options: Club seats, suites, and premium areas provide upgraded amenities, with newer premium additions on the north and east sides. These seats are best for fans seeking more comfort, service, and privacy.
• For groups: Coordinating seats early is useful for high-demand Nebraska football games, especially when trying to keep a group together in contiguous rows or sections.

Memorial Stadium - NE Seating Chart

You can view an interactive seating map for Memorial Stadium - NE 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.

Can I See Where My Seats Are?

Yes. The interactive seat map on BoxOfficeTicketSales.com shows your exact section and row placement before you buy. Use it to understand your position in the venue, your distance from the field, and whether you're in the lower bowl, the upper deck, or a premium club or suite area — so the tickets you choose match exactly what you're looking for on event night.

Getting Ready for Your Memorial Stadium - NE Event

Once your tickets are confirmed, a few practical preparations make your visit run significantly smoother — especially at a large open-air college football stadium with heavy pregame traffic and a major campus tailgate scene.

• Download your tickets before you leave. With tens of thousands of fans packed into the bowl on game days, mobile service can be congested. 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. Parking fills well ahead of kickoff, pregame traffic around campus and downtown is heavy, and tailgating and the Tunnel Walk are part of the experience.
• Wear the right footwear. The stadium involves stairs and ramps to reach seating levels, and much of the seating is bleacher-style. Comfortable shoes are a smart choice for game day.
• Dress in layers. Memorial Stadium - NE is an open-air stadium exposed to Nebraska fall weather, which can range from warm early-season afternoons to cold, windy late-season games.
• Know your gate and section. The gate and section on your ticket help guide your arrival at this large, multi-gate stadium, and checking them before you leave can save time.
• Check the bag policy in advance. Reviewing the venue's guidelines before packing prevents delays at security.

Is Box Office Ticket Sales Legit?

Yes — Box Office Ticket Sales is a fully verified, secure ticketing platform that has served over 1 million customers since 2012. When you buy Memorial Stadium - NE tickets through BoxOfficeTicketSales.com, here's what backs every purchase:

• 100% verified ticket listings — every listing is authenticated before it reaches you
• On-time delivery guarantee — your tickets arrive before the event, or we make it right
• All seats together unless explicitly noted otherwise in the listing
• SSL-encrypted checkout — your payment information is protected at every step
• 24/7 TrustGuard monitoring — active security oversight around the clock
• Access to 125,000+ live events nationwide, from Memorial Stadium - NE games and special events to major sports and entertainment across the country
• BoxOfficeTicketSales.com has been selling tickets for 21 years and is BBB accredited

Memorial Stadium - NE events — particularly marquee opponents, homecoming games, and high-demand Big Ten 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 Memorial Stadium - NE tickets now and lock in your spot before inventory moves.

Need Help With Your Memorial Stadium - NE Tickets?

Our support team is available before, during, and after your purchase. Reach us through any of these channels:

• Live chat: Log in to your account at BoxOfficeTicketSales.com to chat with an agent
• Email: customersupport@boxofficeticketsales.com
• Phone: Call the number on your order confirmation invoice
• Buy by phone: Call 1-800-515-2171 to purchase tickets directly with a representative