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Dowdy-Ficklen Stadium Parking Lots Tickets

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Ficklen Stadium Parking Lots – On-Campus Parking, Ac

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About Dowdy-Ficklen Stadium Parking Lots

Dowdy-Ficklen Stadium, home of the East Carolina Pirates, sits at the heart of ECU's campus in Greenville, North Carolina. The venue offers multiple game-day parking options, accessible routes, and convenient transit connections. With a capacity exceeding 51,000 after the TowneBank Tower expansion, the stadium remains a centerpiece for Pirates football and campus events. This page covers parking lots, access routes, transportation options, and nearby hotels and dining to help you secure your seats and make the most of your visit.

Remember to arrive early, follow posted campus signage, and use designated ADA/handicap parking if needed. We’ve outlined practical tips and trusted nearby lodging and dining partners to ensure a smooth experience. If you’re planning a multi-day trip for an ECU game and events like Spring Commencement, check our partner hotels for special rates and easy shuttle access.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Capacity: 51,000 (post-2019 TowneBank Tower expansion).
  • Address: 100 Ficklen Drive, Greenville, NC 27858.
  • Venue type: On-campus NCAA Division I football stadium (East Carolina Pirates).
  • Former name: Ficklen Memorial Stadium (1963–1994); renamed Dowdy-Ficklen Stadium in 1994.
  • Seating chart: 3-D Seating Map available on ECU Athletics facilities page.
  • Gameday parking: Multiple campus lots (e.g., Belk Building Lot) open about 6 hours before kickoff; on-site paid parking available.
  • Parking routes: Access via 10th Street, Elmhurst/Elm Street, Charles Blvd, and Greenville Blvd; ADA/handicap parking via Christenbury Gym/Christenbury adjacent lots with shuttle to Gate 9.
  • Transit: ECU Transit operates game-day shuttles; 610 Minges Park & Ride route; GREAT bus system serves downtown Greenville.
  • Nearby hotels: Hilton Greenville (207 SW Greenville Blvd); Courtyard Greenville (2225 Stantonsburg Rd); Residence Inn Greenville (1820 W 5th St).
  • Notable events hosted: Spring Commencement at the stadium; TowneBank Tower opened in 2019 adding premium seating; attendance records include 51,082 (Sept. 13, 2014, vs UNC) and 51,711 (Sept. 3, 2022, vs NC State).