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First Security Field at Estes Stadium Tickets
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- Central Arkansas Bears Football Stadium in Conway, AR
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About First Security Field at Estes Stadium
First Security Field at Estes Stadium is the on-campus home for the University of Central Arkansas Bears football team. Located at 201 Donaghey Ave in Conway, AR, the multi-purpose stadium sits on the UCA campus and has a rich history of hosting NCAA playoff games and national championship appearances. With a current capacity around 9,000 (some sources list 10,000), Estes Stadium features two primary grandstands, luxury suites, and a dedicated tailgating area that makes game day a true community event. Whether you’re planning a quick ticket purchase or a full weekend of activities, we’ve got you covered with practical details and recommended local stays and dining.
Tips for a smooth visit: arrive early to secure parking in on-campus lots around the stadium, use the Bruce Street tailgate area (open about six hours before kickoff) for a lively pre-game experience, and consult official parking maps for Lot 1–3 donor-reserved spaces. For a complete Conway visit, check our recommended partner hotels and nearby restaurants to enhance your stay. If plans change, we’ll adapt with the latest event details and seating options to ensure you secure your seats with ease.
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Seating, Parking & Venue Information
- Address: 201 Donaghey Ave, Conway, AR 72035 (Estes Stadium on the UCA campus).
- Venue type: on-campus multi-purpose stadium; home to the Central Arkansas Bears football team.
- Capacity: 9,000 (current; 2013–present per Stadium Journey); some sources list 10,000.
- Seating/chart layout: two main grandstands – a large west (home) grandstand and a smaller east (visiting) stand; 12 luxury suites sit above the east stands; south end zone has additional suites/tents.
- Naming/history: field renamed First Security Field in 2007 due to sponsorship; the stadium retains the Estes Stadium name.
- Parking: on-campus lots around Estes Stadium; general-admission lots accessible via College Ave and surrounding facilities; Bruce Street tailgating area opens six hours before kickoff; official parking maps show Lots 1-3 reserved for donors.
- Tailgating: Bruce Street tailgate area is a central feature; Bruce Street is closed to thru traffic about 3 hours before kickoff.
- Nearby hotels: Courtyard by Marriott Conway (1301 E Dave Ward Dr, 72032); Hilton Garden Inn Conway (805 Amity Rd, 72032); La Quinta Inn & Suites Conway (2350 Sanders Rd, 72032); Fairfield Inn & Suites Conway (2260 Sanders Rd, 72032).
- Notable events hosted: NCAA playoff games and two national championship games; field opened with a prominent attendance record (12,755) after installing the purple-gray turf.