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Welcome to Rice Owls Stadium, the on-campus outdoor football venue for Rice University in Houston, TX. With a current capacity around 47,000 (pre-renovation) and a planned reduction to roughly 30,000 by 2028 under the Gateway Project, the stadium remains a centerpiece for Rice Owls football and a site with historic significance, including JFK's moon speech in 1962 and Super Bowl VIII in 1974. Located at 6100 South Main Street, this stadium blends classic college game-day atmosphere with convenient access for fans across Houston.
Whether you’re a longtime Owl supporter or a first-time attendee, we’ve got you covered with practical details to help you secure your seats, park hassle-free, and enjoy nearby dining and lodging during your visit.
Rice Owls Stadium sits on the Rice University campus in the heart of Houston’s Museum District and Medical Center corridor. The stadium is integrated with campus transportation options and is within reach of several METRO services. If you’re planning a trip, consider the proximity to downtown Houston and the array of cultural attractions around Main Street. For accommodations, there are several nearby hotels offering comfortable stays for game weekends and events. Use this page as your go-to resource for seating information, parking logistics, transit access, and recommended nearby hotels and dining — all to help you enjoy your visit with ease.
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Seating, Parking & Venue Information
- Address: 6100 South Main Street, Houston, TX 77005
- Venue type: on-campus outdoor football stadium (Rice Stadium), home of Rice Owls football
- Capacity: 47,000 (current pre-renovation); Gateway Project plans to reduce capacity to ~30,000 by 2028
- Notable events hosted: John F. Kennedy’s 1962 moon speech; Super Bowl VIII (1974); used for Houston Oilers practices and other events
- Seating chart: official Rice Stadium seating map available via Rice Owls seating maps
- Parking: multiple lots around Rice Stadium; general parking around $10 per game; season parking around $30; RV parking available
- Transit: adjacent to METRO Red Line light rail; multiple METRO bus routes stop near campus
- Nearby hotels: Hotel ZaZa Houston Museum District (5701 Main St); Hilton Houston Plaza/Medical Center (6633 Travis St); InterContinental Houston Medical Center (6750 Main St); Residence Inn Houston-West University (2939 Westpark Dr)