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About Mississippi Veterans Memorial Stadium
Mississippi Veterans Memorial Stadium is a premier outdoor football venue on the Jackson State University campus in Jackson, Mississippi. Known for its horseshoe-shaped bowl, the stadium brings fans close to the action. Operated by Jackson State University, it hosts major college football games, special events, and the annual SWAC Championship. Whether you’re attending a big game or a concert, we’ve got you covered with practical details to help you secure your tickets and plan your visit.
Getting to the stadium is straightforward thanks to ample on-site parking for 4,000+ vehicles, plus additional parking within two blocks and a dedicated 400-car reserved lot. For public transit, Jackson Transit (JTRAN) provides fixed-route service, and free shuttles run between the stadium and nearby campuses. Planning an overnight stay? Nearby hotels offer comfortable stays within minutes of the venue, including several options like the Holiday Inn Express Jackson Downtown-Coliseum, Hampton Inn & Suites Jackson Coliseum, and Best Western Plus Jackson Downtown Coliseum, among others. If you’re looking for dining, there are a variety of nearby restaurants to fit every taste. We’ve highlighted affiliate partners to help you find reliable lodging and dining options close to your seats. For the latest events, check the listing page for dates. Secure your seats for upcoming events and plan your trip with confidence—we’ve got you covered.
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Seating, Parking & Venue Information
- Location/address: 2531 North State Street, Jackson, MS 39216.
- Capacity: 60,492 seated.
- Venue type: Outdoor football stadium (horseshoe bowl) on the Jackson State University campus.
- Seating chart: No public, detailed seating map published; seating consists of bleacher seating around a horseshoe bowl.
- Parking: On-site parking for 4,000+ cars; up to 4,000 more within two blocks; 400-car reserved lot.
- Transit: Jackson Transit (JTRAN) fixed-route service; free shuttles between stadium and the University of Mississippi Medical Center (UMMC) campus.
- Nearby hotels: Holiday Inn Express Jackson Downtown-Coliseum; Hampton Inn & Suites Jackson Coliseum; Best Western Plus Jackson Downtown Coliseum; others nearby.
- Notable events hosted: Egg Bowl (1973–1990); SWAC Championship Games (2021–present); NFL preseason games; concerts and other events.
- Renamed: Renamed Mississippi Veterans Memorial Stadium in 1995 (formerly War Veterans Memorial Stadium).
- Ownership: Owned/operated by Jackson State University since 2011 (HB1158).