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About Bowers Stadium

Welcome to Bowers Stadium, a multi-purpose football stadium on the campus of Sam Houston State University in Huntsville, Texas. With a capacity of 14,000 since 2014, the venue is home to SHSU football and has a history of hosting track and field events as well. This page provides practical details to help you secure your seats and plan your visit, including seating configurations, parking, transit options, and nearby lodging and dining.

Note: SHSU announced a 2025 season relocation to Shell Energy Stadium due to renovations, with a planned return to Bowers Stadium in 2026. Always confirm current event details before you travel.

Whether you’re tailgating in Bearkat Alley or catching a championship game, we’ve got you covered with insider tips and trusted partner recommendations for hotels and restaurants near the stadium. For the most seamless experience, consider official SHSU transit options like Kat Tracks and campus shuttles, and use ParkMobile or kiosks for parking on game days.

Venue information, accessibility details, and the latest events are subject to change. Check the official SHSU announcements and venue notices as part of your planning.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Capacity: 14,000 seats (2014–present).
  • Location/Address: 620 Bowers Blvd, Huntsville, TX 77340.
  • Venue type: football stadium (multi-purpose; historically also hosted track and field events).
  • Seating/chart notes: main bowl has orange chairbacks on the upper deck and bleacher-style seating on the lower level; Bearkat Pavilion is a notable premium/club area; official public seating chart PDFs are not readily published, but descriptions exist from stadium reviews.
  • Parking: on-campus options include Coliseum Parking Garage at 820 Bowers Blvd and several surface lots; ParkMobile and kiosk payments are used; Bearkat Alley has tailgating restrictions around game days.
  • Transit: SHSU operates Kat Tracks (campus shuttle) and general campus transit; parking and access info is available via SHSU Parking (ParkMobile/kiosk).
  • Nearby hotels: on-campus University Hotel (1610 Bobby K Marks Dr); nearby options include Hotel Piney Woods Huntsville and several hotels listed by local lodging resources.
  • Notable events hosted: SHSU football since 1986; attendance record 16,148 in 1994 vs Alcorn State; UIL high school playoff games hosted; 2025 season relocation to Shell Energy Stadium due to renovation; planned return to Bowers Stadium in 2026.