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About Harder Stadium

Harder Stadium, officially Meredith Field at Harder Stadium, is an outdoor multi-purpose stadium on the University of California, Santa Barbara campus. With a capacity of 17,000, it primarily hosts UCSB Gauchos men’s and women’s soccer, while also serving as a historic site for college and professional exhibition events. Located on Stadium Road in Santa Barbara, CA 93106, this venue blends collegiate athletics with scenic SoCal coastal ambiance. Whether you’re catching a Gauchos match or a special exhibition, we’ve got you covered with practical details on seating, parking, transit, and nearby lodging and dining options.

Note: The stadium has a rich history, including hosting the final three matches of the 2010 NCAA Men’s College Cup and various exhibitions in the 1990s. It remains an active home for UCSB soccer and a destination for multi-purpose events. For updates on capacity or facilities, check official UCSB announcements or our listings as schedules change. When planning your visit, consider the public transit stops at El Colegio & Stadium Rd, parking in Lot 30 with ParkMobile zone codes, and nearby hotel choices ranging from on-campus options like The Club & Guest House to downtown stays at Canary Hotel. Secure your seats with trusted, non-salesy assistance right here.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Capacity: 17,000 seats.
  • Location/Address: UC Santa Barbara campus on Stadium Road, Santa Barbara, CA 93106 (coordinates ~34.4198, -119.8537).
  • Venue type: Outdoor multi-purpose stadium; mainly used for UCSB Gauchos men’s and women’s soccer; football hosted here previously (1966–1991).
  • Seating/chart: Public seating map is not widely published officially; third-party sources provide interactive seating charts; Gold Zone seating exists (chair-back sections 14–16) for donors.
  • Parking: Campus parking permits required; primary soccer parking Lot 30; ParkMobile is used with zone codes (e.g., Lot 30 Zone 2641, etc.).
  • Transit: Served by Santa Barbara MTD; public transit stops at El Colegio & Stadium Rd.
  • Nearby hotels: On-campus options The Club & Guest House (campus property); nearby hotels include The Leta Hotel and Residence Inn by Marriott Goleta; Canary Hotel (Kimpton) in downtown Santa Barbara.
  • Notable events hosted: Final three matches of the 2010 NCAA Men’s College Cup; USWNT and USMNT exhibition/Friendlies in the 1990s; MLS preseason exhibitions (e.g., 2004); Isla Vista memorial service (2014).; Santa Barbara Sky FC slated for USL Championship starting 2027.
  • Renaming/demolished: Not demolished; former name Campus Stadium (1966–1981); officially known as Meredith Field at Harder Stadium.