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Ernest W. Spangler Stadium Tickets

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Webb University Football & Lacrosse Venue | Boiling Springs, NC

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About Ernest W. Spangler Stadium

Ernest W. Spangler Stadium is a versatile, community-centered venue on the Gardner-Webb University campus in Boiling Springs, North Carolina. With a seating capacity of 8,500, it serves as the home for Gardner-Webb football and women's lacrosse, hosting a range of collegiate events, celebrations, and historically significant moments like the NCCAA Victory Bowl in 2001. The stadium has earned recognition from Stadium Journey and remains a key sports hub for fans across the region.

Whether you’re visiting for a game day or a campus event, this page provides practical guidance on seating, parking, transit, and nearby lodging and dining choices to help you secure your plans with ease.

Venue overview: Ernest W. Spangler Stadium is a multi-purpose stadium located at 150 Stadium Drive, Boiling Springs, NC 28152, on the Gardner-Webb University campus. It primarily hosts GWU football and women’s lacrosse, along with community and special events such as Victory Day celebrations.

Seating: The stadium offers public seating with an established seating chart accessible through official sources and fan platforms. Capacity sits at 8,500, with standard options for general admission and reserved seating depending on event configuration.

Parking: Parking is typically available in lots east of the stadium, with typical day-of-event details communicated by GWU. Accessibility parking and designated fan lots are noted by GWU on event day, so plan to arrive early for the best options.

Transit & access: Nearest major airports are Charlotte-Douglas International (CLT) and Greenville-Spartanburg International (GSP). The campus is accessible via major highways, and Gardner-Webb provides maps and getting-here guidance for visitors and traveling fans.

Hotels & dining nearby: There are lodging options in the nearby towns of Shelby and Boiling Springs, including AmericInn by Wyndham Boiling Springs, Fairfield Inn & Suites Shelby, Comfort Inn & Suites Shelby, and University Inn by Choice Hotels. For dining, you’ll find a range of local and chain options in Shelby and Boiling Springs to fit different tastes and budgets. We highlight affiliate partner recommendations to help you secure convenient accommodations and meals ahead of game day.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Capacity: 8,500 seats (Gardner-Webb official stadium page).
  • Address/Location: 150 Stadium Drive, Boiling Springs, NC 28152 (on Gardner-Webb University campus).
  • Venue type: Multi-purpose stadium for football and women's lacrosse.
  • Seating chart: Public seating charts available (SeatGeek interactive seating chart).
  • Parking: Parking largely in lots east of the stadium; typical parking cost around $10.
  • Transit: Nearest major airports are Charlotte-Douglas International (CLT) and Greenville-Spartanburg International (GSP); campus access via major highways; GWU provides campus maps/getting-here guidance.
  • Nearby hotels: Multiple options in Shelby/Boiling Springs, e.g., AmericInn by Wyndham Boiling Springs, Fairfield Inn & Suites Shelby, Comfort Inn & Suites Shelby, University Inn by Choice Hotels.
  • Notable events hosted: Gardner-Webb football and women’s lacrosse; historical NCCAA Victory Bowl in 2001; Stadium ranked No. 18 among 125 FCS stadiums by Stadium Journey in 2016; Victory Day events held at Spangler Stadium (2025).