Hanson Field guide: schedule, kickoff times, parking and bag policy

Hanson Field holds 16,368 fans and is home to Western Illinois Leathernecks (NCAA FCS, Missouri Valley Football Conference). 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 14, 2026. Times are local (Central).

When do the gates open at Hanson Field?

Gates at Hanson Field open approximately 90 minutes before kickoff. (source)

What are the tailgating rules at Hanson Field?

Parking and tailgate lots typically open one to four hours before kickoff depending on the game. The Student Tailgate space is located at the east end of Q Lot, and Leatherneck Club members tailgating may use the designated southwest portion of Q-Lot, with space limited to two parking spaces per member.

Is there a sun and shade map for Hanson Field?

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: Only bags that are transparent plastic, vinyl, or PVC tote and do not exceed 12 in x 6 in x 12 in, one-gallon clear plastic freezer bags, or small clutch bags no larger than 5.5 in x 6.5 in are permitted inside Hanson Field. An exception is made for medically necessary items and diaper bags after proper inspection at the main gate. Bag policy.
• Food: No outside food or beverages are permitted inside Hanson Field.

Related: Hanson Field parking and transit · Hanson Field bag policy.