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About Ryan Field
Ryan Field is the football stadium on Northwestern University's campus in Evanston, Illinois. With a planned capacity of 35,000 for the new facility, the stadium continues a storied tradition dating back to the original Dyche Stadium, renamed in 1997 and demolished in 2024 to make way for the state-of-the-art venue opening targeted for 2026. Home to the Northwestern Wildcats (NCAA, Big Ten), Ryan Field combines rich football heritage with modern amenities to deliver an excellent game-day experience for fans, families, and alumni.
Whether you're a local supporter or traveling in, you’ll find convenient transit options, reserved parking for season-ticket holders, and plenty of nearby lodging and dining to pair with your visit. We’ve got you covered with practical details to help you secure your seats and plan a hassle-free gameday trip.
As construction progresses toward the new Ryan Field, Northwestern continues to host home games nearby when needed and provides clear guidance for attendees, including shuttle service and accessible transit routes. For lodging and dining, our trusted partner network highlights top-rated hotels around Evanston and Chicago’s North Shore, plus recommended restaurants to fuel up before kickoff. We’ll keep this page updated with the latest venue specs, event information, and logistical tips to ensure you have a smooth, enjoyable experience at Ryan Field.
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Seating, Parking & Venue Information
- Current planned capacity for the new Ryan Field: 35,000 seats (down from 47,130 in the old stadium).
- Address: 1501 Central Street, Evanston, IL 60208.
- Venue type: Football stadium on Northwestern University's campus; home of the Northwestern Wildcats (NCAA, Big Ten).
- Renaming/demolition: Original Dyche Stadium renamed Ryan Field in 1997; old stadium demolished in 2024 to make way for the new facility; opening targeted for 2026.
- Parking: Game-day parking reserved for season-ticket holders; no general permit parking; shuttles available; CTA and Metra stops nearby.
- Transit: Closest public transit options include CTA and Metra stops within walking distance to the field.
- Nearby hotels: Hilton Garden Inn Evanston (near campus), Hyatt House Chicago/Evanston, Holiday Inn Chicago North–Evanston.
- Notable events: Northwestern Wildcats football since 1926; during construction, home games were moved to Martin Stadium (Northwestern Medicine Field) in 2024–25; new stadium project announced with 2026 open date.