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About Hovey Field

Hovey Field at Willie Lanier Field sits in the heart of downtown Richmond, VA, as the long-standing home of Virginia Union University football. With a capacity of roughly 10,000, the stadium blends historic charm with modern upgrades. It’s a key CIAA venue where generations of Panthers have battled for conference supremacy, including the storied 1923 VUU National Championship lineage.

Whether you’re a devoted supporter or a first-time attendee, we’ve got you covered with practical details to help you secure your seats, plan parking, and find convenient lodging and dining nearby.

Seating at Hovey Field is generally general admission, featuring a mix of original east stands, 1940s north-end bleachers, and later west grandstands. While there isn’t a public official seating map published, you can expect a classic stadium layout with plenty of vantage points to enjoy the action. On-site parking is available adjacent to the stadium, commonly cited around the best available price per vehicle. For transit, the venue is well-served by Richmond’s GRTC public transit, with easy access via the GRTC Pulse and the Downtown Transfer Station at 8th St & Clay St. After the game, consider nearby lodging like Diamond Inn & Suites or Enys Hotel for convenient stays. Hovey Field remains a cornerstone of Richmond’s college football history, continuing to host Virginia Union Panthers games and CIAA contests.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Capacity: about 10,000 seats.
  • Address: 1500 N Lombardy St, Richmond, VA 23220.
  • Venue type: university football stadium (home of the Virginia Union Panthers, CIAA).
  • Seating chart: no public official seating map published; layout features original east stands, 1940s north-end bleachers, and later west grandstands; generally general admission seating.
  • Parking: on-site parking adjacent to the stadium; parking commonly cited around $15 per vehicle.
  • Transit: served by Richmond’s GRTC public transit; located in downtown Richmond with access to the GRTC Pulse and the Downtown Transfer Station (8th St & Clay St).
  • Nearby hotels: examples referenced by reviewers include Diamond Inn & Suites and Enys Hotel.
  • Notable events hosted: Virginia Union football since 1907; CIAA championship history; 1923 VUU National Championship team.
  • Renaming/demolitions: field renamed Willie Lanier Field at Hovey Stadium in 2020 after a FieldTurf upgrade.