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ADA Accessibility: ADA accommodations outlined are offered to assist Persons with Disabilities and a companion. Fraudulent use of parking placard/plate is a violation of the State of Pennsylvania Motor Vehicle Code and will result in loss of parking privileges for the pass holder.

ADA Entrances:
Gate A, located in the Southeast corner of the stadium, has two elevators that provide access to the mid-level concourse, Mt. Nittany Club and South upper deck. Fans are encouraged to enter at Gate B and travel on the inside of the stadium to Gate A elevators. If desired, you may travel on the outside of the stadium to the canopied entrance at the Gate A elevator. Please contact 1-800-NITTANY (1-800-648-8269).

Gate B, located in the Southwest corner of the stadium, has an accessible ramp that goes to all levels of the South end zone and an escalator to the mid-level concourse.

Please Note: Moving escalator is operational pregame only. It is not available postgame; fans must exit using stadium ramps or elevator.

Gate C, located in the Northwest corner of the stadium provides easy access to wheelchair seating in the Northwest corner of the stadium and the North end zone.

Gate D and E, located in the North and Northeast corners of the stadium provides access to the stadium, but are not convenient for those with limited mobility or those restricted to a wheelchair.

ADA In-Stadium Assistance:

Beaver Stadium Seating Chart (PDF)

Fans seated in the South and Southwest portions of the stadium with limited mobility are encouraged to use the escalator or accessible ramp at Gate B. If your medical condition prohibits you from walking up the accessible ramps or using the escalator, you may go to the Customer Assistance area near Gate B for in-stadium transportation. Persons with Disabilities may also use the elevator located at Gate A.

Please Note: Moving escalator is operational pregame only. It is not available postgame; fans must exit using stadium ramps or elevator.

The upper concourse on the East side of the stadium is best accessed through the use of the Gate A elevator.

Fans seated in the North and Northwest portions of the stadium near or above the mid-level concourse that need assistance in getting to their seats should see the Customer Assistance Representative located near Gate B. From there, in-stadium transportation will periodically take fans up the North ramp to either the mid-level concourse or the upper deck. There is limited equipment, so there may be delays in getting to your seat. When necessary, patrons will be transported via wheelchair.

All new restrooms on the concourse are accessible. Specially-equipped restrooms for Persons with Disabilities are located throughout the South end zone and under section WJ at the Northwest corner of the stadium.

In-Stadium Transportation Pregame
Customer assistance services are available two hours prior to kick-off until the beginning of the game or all fans are served. All requests for this service should be made in person at the Customer Assistance area located near Gate B. In-stadium transportation will be on a first-come, first-served basis. Either the fan requesting the service or his/her representative must wait at the Customer Assistance Area until the staff can provide the service requested. Fans requiring special assistance to reach their seats are provided transportation to their seating section. Services are available by golf cart for those fans who are able to walk to their seats from the upper deck of the North stands. When necessary, patrons will be transported via wheelchair.

In-Stadium Transportation Postgame
In order to provide appropriate personnel and equipment, requests for postgame transportation services must be made prior to kickoff. The customer assistance staff will help fans return to the bottom of their section ramp or to Gate B. Shuttles leave from Gate B as soon as they are full, and operate approximately two hours following conclusion of the game. Fans who were transported to their seats in the North or Northwest can be transported to ground level after the ramps are safe enough to avoid pedestrian/vehicular conflicts. Transportation from the Gate A elevators to Gate B Shuttle is available postgame. Because the team shares the same corridor, fans may experience minor delays.

Please Note: Moving escalator is operational pregame only. It is not available postgame; fans must exit using stadium ramps or elevator.

ADA Parking: Shuttle service will be available before and after every game from the ADA parking lots listed below, dropping off and picking up fans near the ADA entrance on the West side of Beaver Stadium near Gate B or Porter Road near Gate A. Penn State Athletics does not anticipate using Innovation Park for ADA parking this season.

  • ICA ADA Accessible Parking - Shields Building, Wagner Building, IM Building, Nittany Lion Softball Park and Katz Building lots.
  • Day of Game Purchase for ADA Accessible Parking - East Deck, no Penn State Athletics (ICA) sold passes will be accepted.
  • Patrons with ICA ADA parking will be able to park on first-come, first-served basis in the following ADA lots: Shields Building, Wagner Building, IM Building and Nittany Lion Softball Park with overflow being directing to the Katz lot.
  • ADA patrons with an RV will be able to park in the overnight RV lot along Orchard Road on the shuttle route.
  • Patrons with ADA Reserved parking will have a reserved location based on Nittany Lion Club points and corresponding giving level.
  • All ORV pass holders will be directed to the ORV lots on Orchard Rd. Arrive via Park Ave traveling West from I-99/US 322.
  • Passes are only valid when used in conjunction with a Disabled License Plate or Handicap Placard
  • ADA Parking is accessible when traveling via Atherton Street ONLY. No access traveling via Curtin Road.
  • The overall game day parking map can be found here (ADA parking areas are the yellow areas outlined in green on the parking map).
  • Single-game ADA Parking will be accommodated at East Deck. Tailgating is prohibited in the East Deck.

ADA Parking for Patrons Using Wheelchairs: For fans requiring a wheelchair for mobility, please contact 1-800-NITTANY (1-800-648-8269) in advance to purchase the proper parking pass for the designated parking areas near the stadium. Ticket holders must display the appropriate Person with Disability Placard/Plate along with the parking pass.

TO PURCHASE IN ADVANCE: 1-800-NITTANY (1-800-648-8269)

ADA Shuttle Service: From designated ADA lots operate for Persons with Disabilities and one companion. Shields Building, Wagner Building, IM Building and Nittany Lion Softball Park lot service begins 2.5 hours prior to the start of the game and continues through kickoff. Shuttle service for fans parking at Katz Building will start 4 hours prior to kickoff and East Deck shuttle service begins 2 hours prior to kickoff. Shuttle service will drop off on Curtin Road by Gate B.

ADA Ticket Information: If you are in need of special seating, there are designated areas within Beaver Stadium to accommodate both wheelchairs and fans requiring easy access seats. It is strongly recommended arrangements are made in advance of the game by calling 1-800-NITTANY (1-800-648-8269).

Fans may purchase tickets for these areas, based on availability. If available, you may also trade tickets from non-accessible seating to more accessible seating.

Once tickets for all accessible seating are sold, we cannot guarantee a ticket exchange will be possible on or before the event day. All seats are reserved and there are no general admission tickets allowing fans to stand, sit or congregate in areas other than assigned seats for the purpose of watching the game.

Alcohol Policy: Alcohol sales are offered inside Beaver Stadium.

The following items are important to note regarding alcohol sales:

  • Guests possessing alcohol who do not have proof of being at least 21 years of age or guests passing alcohol to minors will be ejected and are subject to arrest.
  • A maximum of two alcoholic beverages will be sold per person/at one time.
  • Guests will be asked to show positive identification prior to being served at each point of sale.
  • Guests are not permitted to bring alcoholic beverages into Beaver Stadium; nor are they permitted to leave the facility with alcohol.
  • Alcohol sales will end at the end of the third quarter. If deemed necessary, alcohol sales may be cut off at any time. The facility reserves the right to refuse the sale of alcohol to any guest.

Animals: Service animals are permitted inside Beaver Stadium. Service animals must remain on a leash or in a harness at all times. Animals or pets of any kind are prohibited with the exception of service animals.

ATM: There are no ATMs available inside Beaver Stadium.

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Baby Changing: Family Restrooms are located throughout Beaver Stadium on the main concourse and South upper concourse.

Bag Policy:

Bags that are clear plastic, vinyl or PVC and do not exceed 12” x 6” x 12” are permitted in Beaver Stadium. Small clutch bags, with or without a handle or strap, that do not exceed 5” x 8” x 1" are also permitted.

All items and persons entering Beaver Stadium are subject to security screening and inspection.

Guests entering with medical, dietary or childcare needs may bring one bag into the game. These arrangements must be made in advance through Penn State Athletics Game Operations or Emergency Management. These guests must enter through the Beaver Stadium Police Station at Gate B or the ADA Gate on the West side of the stadium.

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Beaver Stadium Block Party: The Beaver Stadium Block Party is the place to be pregame! Every home game, join us on Curtin Road between University Drive and Porter Road to enjoy live music, food trucks and many free activities for the whole family!

Bryce Jordan Center: Restrooms are available on home football games days on the concourse at the Bryce Jordan Center.

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Concessions: Various concessions offerings are available throughout Beaver Stadium. Some highlights include:

  • Caliente Pizza – near sections EC & ED
  • Chickie & Pete’s – near sections EJ & NL
  • Panini’s – near section EJ
  • Philly Pretzel Factory – above Gate B
  • Scott’s Roasting – near section NH
  • We Are Inn – near section NC
  • Wing Kitchen – near sections WF & WG

Credit Cards/Cashless Payment: All parking garages, the ticket office, merchandise stands and most concessions locations are cashless. Credit card payments are strongly encouraged for day of game parking permit sales at Lots 25 & 36. All major credit cards and Apple Pay/Google Pay will be accepted at these locations.

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Day of Game Parking: See Parking (Day of Game)

Directions: See Waze Directions.

Drinking Fountains: Drinking fountains are available on ground level under the South and West stands, on the main concourse, and on the South upper concourse.

Drones/Airplanes: Drones and airplanes are prohibited on home football game days in the areas inside and around Beaver Stadium.

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Elevators: Elevators are located inside Gate A (public) and inside the Suites Entrance (suite ticket required for this access).

Entry: Guests should be sure to have their game ticket saved in their phone wallet when they arrive at the stadium. Each guest should try to have their own ticket on their own phone. Screenshots will not work, so please don’t try it!

Public gates open 2 hours prior to kickoff and re-entry is not permitted. Outside food and beverages are not permitted inside Beaver Stadium. There are six main points of entry for public ticket holders:

  • Gate A - Southeast corner (Students Only)
  • Gate B - Southwest corner
  • Gate C - Northwest corner
  • Gate D - North side
  • Gate E - Northeast corner
  • Gate F - East side

Premium Gates (open 3 hours prior to kickoff):

  • Suites Entrance – East side of Beaver Stadium
  • Club/Letterman Entrance – beside Gate A
  • Museum Entrance – beside Gate B

Additional Gates:

  • ADA Gate - Located on the West side of Beaver Stadium between Gates B & C
  • Media Gate - Located on the West side of Beaver Stadium between Gates B & C
  • Employee Gate – Beside Gate E
  • Family Friendly Entrance – ADA Gate (opens 2.5 hours prior to kickoff)

Escalators: Escalators are located inside Gate B. Please note: Moving escalator is operational pregame only. It is not available postgame; fans must exit using stadium ramps or elevator.

The escalators at Gate A and Gate E as part of phase I of the Beaver Stadium Revitalization will not be operational until the Illinois game. 

Emergency Messaging: For the most up-to-date emergency information, please sign up for notifications in the official Penn State Athletics app or follow @beaver_stadium on X or Penn State Football on Facebook and Instagram.

In addition, PSUAlert is the University-wide emergency messaging system used to notify our campus communities of emergency situations.

All Penn State students, faculty and staff are strongly encouraged to add contact information to PSUAlert, the University's emergency alerts system. By default, students, faculty and staff will receive alerts at their Penn State email address. To add personal contact information to PSUAlert, including cellphone and land line information, visit http://psualert.psu.edu/.

Though sign up for the PSUAlert system is reserved for students, faculty and staff, members of the public are encouraged to follow alerts via X at @PSUAlertUP.

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Fan Assistance Shuttles: Through Penn State's partnership with SP+, a fan assistance shuttle program will be available on game days to assist fans needing mobility assistance in getting form the parking lots to the stadium and then back to the lots after the game.

The shuttle service begins two hours before kickoff and resumes at the beginning of the fourth quarter for return trips. Service ends one hour after the game ends.

A map of shuttle locations can be found here.

Fan Code of Conduct:

Penn State Fan Code of Conduct

See also Prohibited Behavior.  

First Aid Stations: Emergency Medical Services are available at the EMS Building located at ground level under the East stands between public gates E and F. If assistance is needed in the stands, contact the nearest usher, identified with orange vests, or Emergency Medical personnel who are identified with fluorescent orange and green vests marked PSU EMS and are strategically located throughout the stadium. If medical assistance is needed in the parking lot, call 911 or contact the nearest Police Officer or parking attendant. Ambulance service is available at the stadium.

Firearms: Weapons are not permitted in Beaver Stadium. Possession of a firearm or weapon is strictly prohibited. Possession of a weapon will result in immediate confiscation, ejection and/or possible arrest. Off-duty law enforcement must work with Penn State University Police in advance of game day.

Full-Service Tailgate: REVELxp offers premium full-service tailgate experiences conveniently located steps away from the stadium! They handle everything from setup to takedown of the tailgate gear, ensuring a hassle-free experience for guests. Additionally, they will coordinate food and beverage services via a variety of premium catering options in the area. Whether it's friends and family gatherings, university department outings, or corporate events, they have you covered! You just have to show up, have fun, and then head to the game! For more information, click here. 

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Guest Services: Customer Relations Center is available on game day from 4 hours before kickoff through halftime and can be reached by calling 1-800-NITTANY (1-800-648-8269).

Guest Services booths inside the stadium are located at each gate. Fan location wristbands are available at all Guest Services booths. Seat location information can be written on the wristband to assist in reuniting children with their parents in the event they become separated.

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Happy Valley Hospitality: Please conduct yourself in an appropriate manner. Our attitudes and actions not only reflect upon our individual character but also the character of Penn State University. It is essential to initiate and foster a friendly and welcoming environment for all to portray our University with the pride and respect it deserves. While you cheer on our team, please keep these ideals in mind and welcome our guests with our Happy Valley Hospitality.

If You See Something, Say Something – Reports suspicious activity by contacting us on game day: Text 69050 with your information and keyword “Nittany” or call 814-867-3267.

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Information Booths: See Guest Services

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Kids Zone: The Kids Zone is part of the Gate F's extended perimeter.

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Lactation Pods: Lactation Pods are available inside the Mount Nittany Club, Gate F (East side of stadium) and the ADA Gate (adjacent to Gate B).

Please view our bag policy on how to bring your items into the stadium.

Lost & Found: Lost and found service is available at the Guest Services booths inside Beaver Stadium or the Stadium Police Station at Gate B. Found articles should be turned over to a stadium usher or brought to the stadium Police Station at Gate B under the West stands. All items not claimed after the game will be available the Monday following the game at the University Police station at the Eisenhower Parking Deck or by calling (814) 865-1864. Items left unattended at the entry gates or inside the stadium will be discarded and are unrecoverable.

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Maps: 

Media Entrance: Located on the West side of Beaver Stadium between Gates B & C.

Medical Needs: Special considerations will be made for guests with special medical needs at the ADA Gate on the West side of the stadium.

Medlar Field: Restrooms are available on home football games days on the concourse inside Medlar Field.

Merchandise: Available at various kiosks throughout the stadium. The Penn State Bookstore location inside the All Sports Museum Entrance will be open on game days.

Mobility Devices: Mobility devices, including but not limited to canes, crutches, walkers, rollators, wheelchairs, scooters, etc. are permitted in Beaver Stadium. Guests may enter through any gate with a mobility device. The ADA Gate is located on the West side of the stadium.

Storage of larger devices in the seating stands may be difficult unless you specifically have wheelchair accessible seats. Some items like crutches or canes could be stored under your seat. Larger devices may need to be stored elsewhere. Fans can stop by any Guest Services location to seek additional assistance as needed.

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Nursing Mothers: Lactation Pods are available inside the Mount Nittany Club, Gate F (East side of stadium) and the ADA Gate (adjacent to Gate B).

Guests entering with medical, dietary or childcare needs must enter through the ADA Gate or Stadium Police Station at Gate B.

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One-Way Traffic Pattern (Pregame): The one-way traffic pattern on the streets and roads in the immediate vicinity of Beaver Stadium will be in effect prior to all games. 

  • One-way traffic patterns will begin 2.5 hours prior to kickoff for all games.
  • When the one-way traffic pattern is in effect, you must follow the entry point for your parking zone.
    • N = Fox Hollow Road
    • E = Park Ave from I-99
    • S = Porter Road
    • W = Park Ave from Atherton St.
  • For example:
    • noon kick: stadium parking lots will open at 7 a.m. and the one-way pattern will begin at 9:30 a.m.;
    • 3:30 p.m. kick: stadium parking lots will open at 8 a.m. and the one-way pattern will begin at 1 p.m.;
    • 6 p.m. kick: stadium lots will open at 8 a.m. and the one-way pattern will begin at 3:30 p.m.;
    • 8 p.m. kick: stadium lots will open at 8 a.m. and the one-way pattern will begin at 5:30 p.m.

One-way traffic pattern is subject to be moved earlier based on traffic flow and operational needs.

One-Way Traffic Pattern (Postgame): The one-way traffic pattern on the streets and roads in the immediate vicinity of Beaver Stadium will be in effect prior to and immediately after all games. The one-way, outbound traffic pattern is expected to end 60-90 minutes after the game. When the one-way pattern ends, fans will be able to exit their lot and leave the stadium vicinity via any route.

Overnight RV: Fans are encouraged to review RV policies and procedures before heading to Happy Valley.

ORV Operating Hours:  

    • Thursdays before home games 6 p.m. – midnight
    • Fridays before home games 6 a.m. – midnight
    • Saturday Game Days either 7 a.m. (for noon games) or 8 a.m. (for all other game times)
    • Sundays after home games – must leave all lots by noon

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Parking & Traffic:

IMPORTANT NOTES:

    • Valid parking passes MUST be visible at all times.
    • Parking Zones are identified by color. Zone colors are as follows:
        • North - Blue
        • South - Purple
        • East - Orange
        • West - Green
    • Lots open on game day at 7 a.m. for noon kick times. 
    • Lots open on game day at 8 a.m. for non-noon kick times.
    • Parking passes must be displayed and visible with the lot number showing at all times.
    • If vehicles arrive and are oversized for the purchased parking space, they will be required to unhitch the trailer to remain parked in the space. The tow vehicle will be directed to park in an adjacent lot and charged for the game day car rate accordingly. 
    • For the safety and enjoyment of our fans, violations of these rules will result in ejection from the lots, loss of parking and/or ticketing privileges, and/or parking violations.

ADA Parking: See ADA Parking

One-Way Traffic Pattern: See One-Way Traffic Pattern

Parking (Single-Game Advance Purchase): 

Single-Game Parking Advance Sales: Single-game parking passes are available for purchase in advance for each home game in lots 11, 25, 33 and 34 (subject to availability). Single-Game Parking pricing is variable and starts at $50.

To purchase single-game parking passes in advance, click here until 15 days before the game. In the two weeks leading up to the game fans will be able to purchase at the Bryce Jordan Center box office from Monday-Friday between 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. (while supplies last).

Parking (Day of Game):

Day of Game Parking Sale Information:

Day of game parking is subject to availability.

    • For day of game parking passes, follow the N Zone signage until you get to Park Ave., then follow signage for day of game parking sales at Lot 25 or Lot 36.
    • The day of game parking pass sale location is in Lot 25 or Lot 36.
    • Patrons will buy their parking pass by credit card at Lot 25 or Lot 36.

Programs: Beaver Stadium Pictorials (game day program) can be purchased for $5 on game day at Beaver Stadium concession stands and Penn State Bookstore pop-up locations around the stadium footprint. The Beaver Stadium Pictorial includes stats, notes, rosters and plenty of more information previewing the game. 

Prohibited Behavior: 

The following expectations have been established regarding behavior & fan conduct:

  • Guests should be positive role models for those around them. Guests will expect and encourage good displays of sportsmanship from fellow fans.
  • Guests should cheer positively for their team and refrain from taunting, threatening, vulgar, abusive, racist, sexist, or demeaning remarks or gestures directed towards the coaches, student-athletes, fans, staff and game officials.
  • Guests shall comply with all facility policies.
  • Guests should sit only in their ticketed seats and show their tickets when requested, should not stand on seats, should not stand in the aisles, should not enter the playing area and should not throw any items onto the playing area.
  • Guests should follow all local, state, or federal laws and the instructions of event staff.
  • Guests appearing intoxicated, inebriated or showing other signs of impairment related to alcohol consumption or drug use may be denied entry and may be subject to ejection.
  • Guests that do not adhere to stadium policies, those exhibiting prohibited behavior, those that violate policies on multiple occasions, are subject to the following consequences: seat relocation, loss of ticket buying privileges, ejection from the facility without refund, and/or arrest. Students involved in such activities or other disruptive behavior will also be subject to disciplinary action through Penn State Student Affairs.

Prohibited Actions/Items (in-stadium):

Actions

    • Behavior that interferes with other guests’ ability to enjoy the event, including threatening and abusive language, fighting, kicking, wrestling, etc.
    • Consuming or possessing alcohol or other controlled substances not in authorized areas
    • Propelling objects in any manner
    • Smoking, including e-cigarettes and vaping including tobacco products of any kind
    • Standing or sitting in aisles, ramps, portals and walkways
    • Failure to follow instructions of Penn State Event Staff may lead to ejection and/or loss of ticket privileges.

Items

      • Alcoholic beverages or illegal drugs of any type not in authorized areas
      • Backpacks
      • Bags including diaper bags, purses and string bags that are not clear and do not meet stadium policy
      • Banners/Signs/Posters(except in the designated area–south end zone row one)
      • Bicycles (except for Police and EMS personnel)
      • Cameras larger than 8.5”x11”x11”
      • Containers, including cans/bottles/coolers/flasks
      • Food
      • Knives or razor blades of any size, including folding blades or Swiss army
      • NFL clear bags (NFL clear bags are larger and have depth than those permitted in Beaver Stadium)
      • Noisemakers (whistles, sirens, etc.)
      • Objects that may become projectiles
      • Objects that obstruct the view of other fans
      • Outside food or beveragees
      • Pets (except registered service animals to assist Persons with Disabilities) - Advanced notification is requested
      • Poles, sticks, selfie sticks (except canes to assist Persons with Disabilities)
      • Stadium chairs (chairs with backs) except those without pockets that can be rolled up
      • Strollers
      • Tripods
      • Umbrellas
      • Water Bottles (opened, unopened, reusable, etc.)
      • Weapons, fireworks, laser pointers
      • Wristlets larger than 4”x6”x1” (wristlets larger are not permitted inside a clear bag)
      • All items brought into the stadium are subject to inspection. There are no provisions for storing/ checking prohibited items at the gates or on-site. Items left unattended at the entry gates will be discarded and are unrecoverable.

Prohibited Actions/Items in Parking Areas:

Please see parking and tailgating prohibited actions and items below:

Prohibited Actions in the Parking Areas:

    • Setting up tailgating tents, chairs, and other items prior to the posted lot opening time.
    • Amplifications of sounds.
    • Behavior that interferes with other guests' enjoyment of the event, including threatening and abusive language, fighting, kicking, wrestling, etc.
    • Breaking the ground plane by driving stakes or anchors, digging, trenching, etc.
    • Consumption of alcohol in the lots while the game is in progress.
    • Distributing handbills or pamphlets; Picketing or political campaigning (Refer to University Policy AD51)
    • Infringing on another guests area while tailgating. This includes throwing of objects and taking more than one parking space.
    • Lining up on the street before the lots open.
    • Littering, draining fluids and grease, dumping coals, etc.
    • Parking in spaces or areas designated as “No Parking” or “Reserved Parking”
    • Saving parking places. IMPORTANT:  One parking pass per car. Additional parking passes may NOT be purchased for intended tailgating use/space.
    • Solicitation, promotion, or sales unless authorized by Intercollegiate Athletics prior to game day.

Prohibited Items in the Parking Areas:

    • Advertising banners or displays, balloons, tethered blimps and other oversized inflatables (unless authorized by Intercollegiate Athletics).
    • Bicycles (except Police and EMS personnel), in line skates, scooters, skateboards, motorized bikes, motorized coolers, or carts other than those used by disabled patrons.
    • Box trucks, dump trucks, converted ambulances, converted fire trucks.  See vehicle parking chart here.
    • Drones/UAVs - The use of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAV's/Drones) at Beaver Stadium and the surrounding areas is prohibited. University Policy in conjunction with the 4.5 mile flight radius of the University Park Airport does not allow for the use of aircraft.
    • Flag poles taller than 20 feet (measured from the ground).
    • Fires - charcoal or wood fires of any type are prohibited.
    • Glass bottles or containers in grass parking areas.
    • Golf carts and gators (except Stadium Operations personnel).
    • Kegs of beer or beverage alcohol.
    • Portable heaters with visible flames including open flame heaters, fireplaces and fire pits.
    • Tow behind box trailers, tow behind grills and smokers, tow behind tailgate trailers and bars, concession trailers.
    • Vehicles over gross vehicle weight appropriate for the parking area.
    • Weapons, fireworks

For the safety and enjoyment of our fans, violations of these rules may result in ejection from the lot, loss of parking and/or ticketing privileges.

Public Transportation: Public transportation drop-off and pick-up zone is located on Hastings Road, south of the stadium.

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Recycling: Penn State Intercollegiate Athletics partners with Zero Waste/Penn State Sustainability to reduce our carbon footprint. Please use the trash and recycling bags located in and around the tailgating lots. There are many trash receptacles and recycling bins in and around the stadium. Please help us keep Beaver Stadium and Penn State University beautiful.

Tailgate Ambassadors will be in and around the stadium lots on game days. The Tailgate Ambassador tent is located outside of Medlar Field on home football game days. Stop by and win prizes for recycling!

We recycle clean, recyclable materials. You can help us successfully keep trash out of landfills by:

  • When Tailgating – Please put waste in a bag! Blue bags are for EMPTY glass, metal, and plastic bottles. Clear bags are for everything else. Please leave the bags at your tailgating location when you leave.
  • Approaching the Stadium – Please do not litter! Put your waste in a container on approach to the stadium.
  • Inside the Stadium – Before and during the game, please put your empty bottles, aluminum cups, and cans in the blue recycling bins and everything else in the black trash bins.
  • Exiting the Stadium – When exiting, if you have items remaining, please leave them at your seat so they may be properly discarded by stadium personnel.

Re-Entry: Beaver Stadium has a NO RE-ENTRY policy.

Fans leaving their seats during the game and/or at halftime are required to show their ticket to the usher before being readmitted to their section. In the event of a stadium evacuation, fans should retain their ticket stubs / save mobile tickets to their mobile device for re-entry.

Reporting: Please click here to report or raise a concern.

Restrooms: Restrooms are located throughout the stadium. Family restrooms are located on the main concourse and South upper concourse.

ADA accessible restrooms are available on field level in the South end zone and under the North, East and West stands. In addition, all restrooms on the concourse level, club level, and South upper deck are ADA accessible.

Ride Share Options: The ride share drop-off and pick-up zone is located on Hastings Road, south of the stadium. Ride share drop-off is also available at Pegula Ice Arena, however, there is no pick-up option at Pegula. 

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Seatbacks: Seatbacks are available for rental on game day. Rental stations are located at Gates B, C, D, E, and F, as well as the North concourse and North Upper concourse. Day of game rentals are $15 and cash only.

Security Screenings: All items and persons entering Beaver Stadium are subject to security screening and inspection via a walk-through metal detector and/or a hand wand metal detector.

See Something, Say Something: If You See Something, Say Something – Reports suspicious activity by contacting us on game day: Text 69050 with your information and keyword “Nittany” or call 814-867-3267.

Sensory Needs: Beaver Stadium is certified as Sensory Inclusive by KultureCity! The Francis Family Sensory Room is located on the mid-level concourse behind section SF.

Single-Game Parking: See Parking (Single-Game Advance Purchase)

Signage: Beaver Stadium expressly prohibits signage, banners or posters of any kind except in the first row of the lower south end zone seating. Fans seeking autographs or desiring to display a sign on television will be asked to return their sign to their vehicle prior to entering Beaver Stadium or discard at stadium gates. Signage left at the gates will be unrecoverable.

Smoking, Vaping, and Tobacco: In accordance with Pennsylvania State Law and University Policy announced in the spring of 2018, smoking including e-cigarettes and vaping, as well as tobacco products are prohibited on University Park campus and inside Beaver Stadium. Failure to comply may result in removal from Beaver Stadium. Repeat offenses may result in loss of ticket privileges.

Solicitation/Literature: Resale of tickets, setting up a promotional space and/or distributing banners, booklets, business cards, circulars, commercial advertising, flyers, folders, handbills, leaflets, notices, pamphlets, posters, stickers, or any other written, printed and/or painted materials in or around Beaver Stadium without the permission of Penn State Athletics is prohibited.  

Student Ticket Resale Marketplace: The official Student Ticket Resale Marketplace for Penn State Athletics is here! All tickets and transactions are verified and secure, allowing you to sell or buy student section tickets with confidence! The Student Ticket Resale Marketplace is exclusively available to current Penn State students. To access the Marketplace, click here.

Suites: Suites are located on the East side of the stadium. Enter suites through the suites entrance located on the Southeast side of the stadium, adjacent to Gate A.

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Tailgating Rules: 

    • Guests that do not follow the direction of traffic control officers and parking attendants create an unsafe environment and risk ejection/revoking of parking or ticket privileges.
    • Guests will not be permitted to enter the parking lots prior to opening time.  Overnight parking is prohibited except in designated overnight lots.
    • Vehicles parked in football parking lots will be towed ahead of lot opening time on game day.
    • Those purchasing a parking space are responsible for the functions and activities they host in their parking spaces.
    • Vehicle and ALL tailgate activities must fit within the 8.5' x 15' space provided.
    • Any tailgating activities may be required to move, at the discretion of the University, if it impedes pedestrian or vehicle flow in drive aisles, or the safety of others.
    • Tailgate equipment may not extend beyond marked lines or be placed into roadways/driveways in a manner in which it impedes traffic. Parking lot personnel will have the final decision on whether or not the equipment impedes traffic.
    • Fans using a tent or canopy over the tailgate of a vehicle should restrict the size to no larger than 10’ x 10’ and may not take up space in other parking spaces or travel lanes. Tents may not be used to save parking spaces. Tents must not block travel lanes.
    • All event parking lots must maintain a defined “Emergency Access” lane in the center of each aisle way. Tailgates are not permitted to set up chairs, tables, canopies/tents, etc. within that area.
    • Traffic Control officers and parking attendants will direct vehicles to the appropriate spots.

For the safety and enjoyment of our fans, violations of these rules may result in ejection from the lots, loss of parking and/or ticketing privileges, and parking violations.

Team Arrival: Help welcome the Penn State Football team to Beaver Stadium every home game with the Team Arrival walk and pep rally! The free event starts 2 hours before kickoff each home game and takes place at Beaver Stadium Block Party on Curtin Road between Beaver Stadium and Medlar Field. The Penn State cheerleaders, Lionettes dance team and Nittany Lion mascot get us hype with a pep rally before the iconic blue buses drop off the team at the Curtin Road & Porter Road intersection. The Blue Band leads the team down Curtin Road to enter the stadium at the South Tunnel. Fans can line the street to get high-five the players and Coach Franklin as they head into the stadium for the game!

Text Assist: Text messaging services are available at Beaver Stadium once the parking lots open until one hour postgame. If you have a problem, need information or wish to discreetly report an unruly fan to Beaver Stadium personnel, use your mobile phone to text the word “NITTANY” your exact issue and location to the phone number, 69050. Fan Assistance text messaging is a standard rate message service which means you are only charged by your wireless provider in accordance with your current text messaging contract. Penn State Athletics will not sell, share or otherwise disclose any mobile numbers unless required to do so by law.

Ticket Office & Will Call: 

Ticket Office: The game day ticket office is located near Gate E by the Northeast corner of Beaver Stadium. When tickets are available, they will be on sale at the Beaver Stadium ticket office. This window opens four hours before the game and will remain open through halftime. For game day assistance, call the Customer Relations Center at 1-800-NITTANY (1-800-648-8269) or e-mail golions@psu.edu.

Will Call: Identification is required before tickets will be released. Penn State Athletics does not accept third party will call.

Home team will call is inside the Gate E employee entrance and opens 2 hours prior to kickoff.

Visiting team will call is adjacent to Gate E and opens 2 hours prior to kickoff.

Media will call is located at the Media Gate on the west side of Beaver Stadium underneath the press box.

Traffic Pattern: See One-Way Traffic Pattern.

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Umbrellas: Umbrella are prohibited in Beaver Stadium.

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Virtual Venue: Click here to view the Beaver Stadium Virtual Venue.

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