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About Bowman Gray Stadium

Bowman Gray Stadium is a storied multi-use venue in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. Located at 1250 S. Martin Luther King Jr. Drive, this oval-styled stadium surrounds Bill Hayes Field, serving as the home field for Winston-Salem State University football and hosting a range of racing and community events. With a seating capacity of about 17,000 (up to ~28,000 for concerts and select events), Bowman Gray offers a unique experience where fans can be close to the action on and around the 0.25-mile asphalt oval. Below you’ll find practical details to plan your visit, including seating considerations, parking, transit options, and nearby hotels and dining that we can help you explore through trusted partners.

Whether you’re catching a NASCAR Whelen All-American Series race, a Cook Out Clash event, or a special concert, we’ve got you covered with straightforward, no-fuss ticket and visit planning. Secure your seats with ease, rely on free on-site parking, and consider nearby downtown lodging and dining options to complete your event day in Winston-Salem.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Location: 1250 S. Martin Luther King Jr. Drive, Winston-Salem, NC 27107.
  • Capacity: Approximately 17,000 seated; can seat up to about 28,000 for concerts or special events.
  • Venue type: Multi-use stadium with a 0.25-mile asphalt oval surrounding a football field (Bill Hayes Field) and serving as home field for Winston-Salem State University football.
  • Seating chart: No publicly published seat map; layout centers on the oval around the infield football field.
  • Parking: Free on-site parking; overflow parking available on Tower Street (0.6 miles from the Stadium).
  • Transit: Winston-Salem Transit Authority (WSTA) routes 86, 89, and 100 provide service to the area; connections exist to WSSU/Bowman Gray via downtown routes.
  • Nearby hotels: Downtown Winston-Salem hotel options within a few miles include properties like Marriott/Indigo options and other downtown accommodations.
  • Notable events: NASCAR Cup Series races (1958–1971); currently hosts NASCAR Whelen All-American Series events; Wake Forest football historically played there until 1968; Cook Out Clash returned to Bowman Gray Stadium in 2025.
  • Renamed/demolished: Not demolished or renamed; widely known as Bowman Gray Stadium and operated as part of the City of Winston-Salem facilities.