Drake Stadium guide: schedule, kickoff times, parking and bag policy

Drake Stadium holds 14,557 fans and is home to Drake Bulldogs (NCAA FCS, Pioneer Football League). This page lists every remaining home game with its kickoff time, and the stadium's gates, parking and bag rules.

When are the remaining home games?

1 home game left, starting Sat Nov 7, 2026. Times are local (Central).

What are the tailgating rules at Drake Stadium?

Tailgating is limited to Lots 4 and 18 only, with access no earlier than four hours prior to game time. One space is allowed per car or tailgate, and tents are limited to no larger than 10 feet by 10 feet. No kegs, beer balls, or hard alcohol are permitted at any time, and no alcohol is allowed on university property for anyone under 21.

Is there a sun and shade map for Drake Stadium?

Not yet. We have not built a seat model for this stadium. Our sun and shade maps need a recent lidar survey and a section-by-section seating map, so we cover the bigger FBS and NFL stadiums first. We only publish seat and sun data measured from a survey of the stands as they are now, so this guide sticks to the schedule, parking and stadium policies until a newer survey is flown.

Before you go

• Bags: Backpacks and large purses are prohibited inside Drake Stadium. Permitted bags are clear plastic, vinyl, or PVC bags no larger than 12 by 6 by 12 inches, or small clutch bags no larger than 5.5 by 8.5 inches. An exception is made for medically necessary items and diaper bags. Bag policy.
• Food: Outside food and drink are not permitted. Fans are permitted to bring one factory sealed water bottle into the stadium; water filling stations are available on the concourse.

Related: Drake Stadium parking and transit · Drake Stadium bag policy.