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Hughes Stadium, officially part of the Sacramento City College campus at 3835 Freeport Boulevard, Sacramento, CA 95822, is a historic outdoor multi-use venue. Opened as Sacramento Stadium in 1928 and renamed Charles C. Hughes Stadium in 1944, it continues to host football, track and field, college events, high school championships, and concerts. With U-shaped grandstands on the west, north, and east sides and an open south end for the scoreboard and track, it remains a beloved venue with a classic open-air atmosphere. This page covers seating, parking, transportation, and nearby hotel and dining options to help you secure your seats with ease.

Whether you’re heading to a Sacramento Republic FC match, a WLAF game from years past, or a special concert memory, we’ve got you covered with practical details and trusted booking assistance. Secure your seats through our affiliate partners and enjoy a straightforward, no-fuss ticket buying experience.

Venue details and what to expect at Hughes Stadium

  • Location: 3835 Freeport Boulevard, Sacramento, CA 95822 — on the Sacramento City College campus.
  • Capacity: Officially listed at 25,000 by SCC; post-2012 renovation references note around 20,311 seating capacity. Outdoor, multi-use stadium.
  • Seating layout: U-shaped grandstands along the west, north, and east sides with the south end open for the scoreboard/track; no roof coverage over the seating areas.
  • Primary uses: Football, track and field, college events, high school championships, and concerts. Notable acts and sports history include performances and events from Pink Floyd, the Doobie Brothers, Joan Baez, Linda Ronstadt, WLAF Sacramento Surge games in the early 1990s, and Sacramento Republic FC home matches since 2014.
  • Renovation/history: Opened as Sacramento Stadium in 1928; renamed Charles C. Hughes Stadium in 1944 and remains in use today.
  • Parking: On-campus parking lots (northwest and northeast areas) with event-specific parking; campus passes may be required for certain lots.
  • Transit: Accessible via Sacramento RT near City College light-rail station (Blue Line). City College Station is on the campus with additional bus routes nearby.
  • Nearby hotels (recommended for easy access): Fort Sutter Hotel Sacramento, Kimpton Sawyer Hotel, and other Midtown/Downtown options within a short drive. We highlight affiliate partner hotels for convenient booking.
  • Nearby dining: A variety of Midtown/Downtown restaurants and casual eateries within a short drive, ideal for pre- or post-event meals.
  • Ticket notes: Availability and prices are subject to change. For rescheduled events, we indicate RESCHEDULED from {original_date} where applicable. For events with a Date to be announced (TBA), we state "Date to be announced" when relevant. When tickets are listed, we provide clear guidance to secure seats using our trusted partners.

Securing your seats and planning your visit

Ready to attend an event at Hughes Stadium? We’ve got you. Use our affiliate partner links to compare options, secure your seats, and confirm parking and transit details before you go. If you’re driving, arrive early to navigate campus lots and comply with any parking passes. If you’re taking transit, check the City College Station on the campus map for the best pickup and drop-off points and consider walking from nearby stops for a shorter route.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Address: 3835 Freeport Boulevard, Sacramento, CA 95822 (Sacramento City College campus).
  • Capacity: officially listed as 25,000 by SCC; post-2012 renovation seating cited around 20,311 by other sources.
  • Venue type and usage: outdoor multi-use stadium for football, track and field, college events, high school championships, and concerts.
  • Seating layout: U-shaped grandstands on the west, north, and east sides with the south end open for the scoreboard/track (no roof coverage).
  • Parking: on-campus lots (northwest and northeast areas) with event-specific parking; campus passes may be required for certain lots.
  • Transit: served by Sacramento RT near the City College light-rail station (Blue Line); City College Station is on campus with additional bus routes nearby.
  • Nearby hotels: options in Midtown/Downtown Sacramento (e.g., Fort Sutter Hotel Sacramento; Kimpton Sawyer Hotel) within driving distance.
  • Notable events: concerts by Pink Floyd, the Doobie Brothers, Joan Baez, Linda Ronstadt; WLAF’s Sacramento Surge hosted games here in the early 1990s; Sacramento Republic FC home matches since 2014, including a 10th-season celebration in 2023.
  • Renamed: opened as Sacramento Stadium in 1928 and renamed Charles C. Hughes Stadium in 1944; not demolished.