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About John D. Riggs Stadium

John D. Riggs Stadium is an on-campus, multi-purpose venue at the Mesa Community College Southern & Dobson Campus, surrounding a traditional track and serving as the home field for the MCC Thunderbirds. With a total capacity of 4,068, the stadium features distinct east and west stands and accessible seating behind the track on field level in front of the section you want. Whether you're attending a track meet, a football game, or a band competition, this venue delivers a straightforward, reliable experience—no fuss, just the tickets you need. Here’s what to know before you go, from seating and parking to transit options and nearby lodging and dining.

Parking is available on campus around the Southern & Dobson Campus, with East Parking (Lot C) closest to the stadium. Campus policies apply, so plan a little extra time for traffic and parking validation if required. Transit options include nearby Valley Metro bus routes 61 and 96, with light-rail access at Center/Main Street and Country Club/Main Street stations in downtown Mesa. If you’re coming from out of town, there are several hotel options nearby—Extended Stay America Suites West Mesa, Hawthorn Suites by Wyndham Tempe, and DoubleTree by Hilton Mesa are all within roughly a mile of the campus. We’ve got you covered with easy, no-stress ticketing and trusted partner recommendations for hotels and dining along your route.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Capacity: 4,068 seats (1,182 east stands; 2,886 west stands).
  • Address: 1833 West Southern Ave, Mesa, AZ 85202 (MCC Southern & Dobson Campus).
  • Venue type: On-campus multi‑purpose stadium surrounding a traditional track; home to MCC Thunderbirds.
  • Seating/chart: Accessible seating behind the track on field level in front of Section D; general bowl seating with distinct east/west sections.
  • Parking: On-campus parking around the Southern & Dobson Campus; East Parking (Lot C) near the stadium; campus parking policies apply.
  • Transit: Nearby Valley Metro bus routes (61, 96); closest light‑rail access at Center/Main Street and Country Club/Main Street stations in downtown Mesa.
  • Nearby hotels: Extended Stay America Suites West Mesa (~0.6 mi); Hawthorn Suites by Wyndham Tempe (~1.1 mi); DoubleTree by Hilton Mesa (~1.1 mi).
  • Notable events: 2014 NJCAA Outdoor Track & Field Championships; Drum Corps International’s Drums Across the Desert (2025); MCC Homecoming events (e.g., Oct 27, 2018).
  • Renamed/demolished: No demolition or renaming; stadium is named for Dr. John Riggs, MCC former president.