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About Rooney Field

Rooney Field, officially Rooney Field (Arthur J. Rooney Athletic Field), is a compact on-campus outdoor multi-purpose venue in Pittsburgh, PA. With a current seating capacity of approximately 2,200 after a 2007 renovation (the site previously hosted up to 4,500), the field serves as a versatile home for football, soccer, and lacrosse. The 2008 addition of a permanent grandstand and two-tier press box, along with a FieldTurf surface updated most recently around 2019, provides a modern but accessible setting for events and community gatherings. Whether you’re attending a college game or a school showcase, secure your seats through our trusted insider network for a straightforward buying experience.

Rooney Field sits on Forbes Avenue in Pittsburgh, offering easy access for fans and visitors. For guests driving to the venue, Forbes Garage on campus provides event-based parking with applicable rates and a no overnight parking policy for daily visitors. Transit options include the South Side Shuttle linking campus to the South Side, the TransLoc Bus Tracker, and nearby bus routes. After games or events, guests often stay nearby at notable hotels such as Cambria Pittsburgh Downtown, Pittsburgh Marriott City Center, DoubleTree by Hilton Pittsburgh Downtown, and Drury Plaza Hotel Pittsburgh Downtown—each within roughly 0.1–0.5 miles of the campus. We’ve got you covered with practical tips and trusted partners to help you plan a smooth trip, find convenient seating, and secure your tickets without the hassle.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Current seating capacity: 2,200 (4,500 capacity prior to 2007 renovation).
  • Address: 600 Forbes Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15282.
  • Venue type: on-campus, outdoor multi-purpose field for football, soccer and lacrosse.
  • Seating/bleacher layout: permanent grandstand seating added in 2008; two-tier press box; FieldTurf surface installed 2008 and updated again around 2019.
  • Parking: Forbes Garage (Forbes Ave parking garage) on campus; event parking rates apply; no overnight parking for daily visitors.
  • Transit: South Side Shuttle connects campus to the South Side; TransLoc Bus Tracker available; campus is served by nearby bus routes.
  • Nearby hotels: Cambria Pittsburgh Downtown, Pittsburgh Marriott City Center, DoubleTree by Hilton Pittsburgh Downtown, Drury Plaza Hotel Pittsburgh Downtown (all within roughly 0.1–0.5 miles of campus).
  • Notable events: hosted ESPN2 telecast of Duquesne vs. Iona (Oct 31, 1994) and 1995 MAAC Championship (vs. St. John's) plus ECAC Bowl (vs. Wagner).
  • Rename/demolition: not demolished or renamed; still listed as Rooney Field (Arthur J. Rooney Athletic Field).