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Memorial Stadium, officially renamed David Booth Kansas Memorial Stadium, is a historic football venue in Lawrence, Kansas, and the home field of the Kansas Jayhawks. With a capacity of approximately 47,000, the stadium has undergone ongoing renovations to improve comfort and sightlines, including a 2025 interior redesign featuring seatbacks on the north and west sides, roughly 2,300 club seats, and a significant expansion of seating area. Location is central to KU’s campus at 11th & Maine Streets, Lawrence, KS 66044.
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Beyond game days, Memorial Stadium hosts notable events like the Kansas Relays and other major athletic and community functions. The venue is among the oldest college stadiums west of the Mississippi, reflecting a storied tradition of college football in the Midwest. For the best experience, consider arriving early, using designated parking areas, and taking advantage of shuttle services and downtown Lawrence transit options. If you’re planning a trip around a KU football weekend, we’ve got you covered with trusted hotel and dining recommendations and easy ticket access.
- Address: 11th & Maine Streets, Lawrence, KS 66044 (often listed as 1101 Mississippi Street, Lawrence, KS 66045)
- Parking: On-game-day parking in surrounding lots (e.g., 11, 36, 39, 52–65, 91, 92, 94) and the Mississippi Street Garage. Accessible parking in lots 59 & 94. Shuttle service from Lot 54. Downtown Lawrence bus options available on game days.
- Nearby hotels: The Oread Lawrence (1200 Oread Ave), The Eldridge Hotel (701 Massachusetts St), TownePlace Suites Lawrence Downtown (900 New Hampshire St), SpringHill Suites Lawrence Downtown (One Riverfront Plaza).
- Nearby dining: A range of eateries near the KU campus and downtown Lawrence—great places to grab a pre-game bite or post-game meal.
- Transportation tips: Use campus drop-offs near the venue, plan parking ahead of time, and explore local shuttle routes for a stress-free game day.
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Seating, Parking & Venue Information
- Venue type: college football stadium (home of the Kansas Jayhawks).
- Capacity: 47,000 (KU Athletics page; renovation-era updates have continued).
- Address: 11th & Maine Streets, Lawrence, KS 66044 (official KU page); commonly listed address is 1101 Mississippi Street, Lawrence, KS 66045.
- Renaming: Memorial Stadium renamed David Booth Kansas Memorial Stadium on September 1, 2018.
- Seating/chart (renovation): 2025 interior redesign includes seatbacks on north and west sides, about 2,300 club seats, and roughly a 50% increase in seat area; branding includes K Flag and Rock Chalk motifs.
- Parking/transit: on-game-day parking in surrounding lots (e.g., 11, 36, 39, 52–65, 91, 92, 94, Mississippi Street Garage); accessible parking in lots 59 & 94; shuttle/service from Lot 54; downtown Lawrence bus options available for game days.
- Nearby hotels: The Oread Lawrence (1200 Oread Ave), The Eldridge Hotel (701 Massachusetts St), TownePlace Suites Lawrence Downtown (900 New Hampshire St), SpringHill Suites Lawrence Downtown (One Riverfront Plaza).
- Notable events hosted: Kansas Relays and other major athletic/communal events; the venue is among the oldest college stadiums west of the Mississippi.