Jack Trice Stadium guide: schedule, kickoff times, food, parking and bag policy

Jack Trice Stadium holds 61,500 fans and is home to Iowa State Cyclones (NCAA FBS (Big 12)). This page lists every remaining home game with its kickoff time, and the stadium's gates, food, parking and bag rules.

Capacity	61,500
Official name	MidAmerican Energy Field at Jack Trice Stadium
Opened	September 20, 1975
Home teams	Iowa State Cyclones (NCAA FBS (Big 12))
Address	1798 South 4th Street, Ames, IA 50010

When are the remaining home games?

3 home games left, starting Sat Oct 31, 2026. Times are local (Central).

Date	Game	Kickoff	Competition
Sat Oct 31, 2026	Iowa State Cyclones vs Oklahoma State Cowboys	6:00 pm	College football
Fri Nov 13, 2026	Iowa State Cyclones vs Cincinnati Bearcats	time TBA	College football
Fri Nov 27, 2026	Iowa State Cyclones vs Kansas State Wildcats	time TBA	College football

When do the gates open at Jack Trice Stadium?

90 minutes before kickoff. (source)

What has changed at Jack Trice Stadium recently?

Starting with the 2026 season, Iowa State added alcohol sales inside Jack Trice Stadium, sold in the north and south expanded gate areas and concourses, and eliminated re-entry at any point during the game as a result. (source)

Where do students sit at Jack Trice Stadium?

Student seating in Jack Trice Stadium is general admission in sections 23-27 and O-T. Students enter through Gate 2 on the east side, which opens about two hours before kickoff. (source)

What are the tailgating rules at Jack Trice Stadium?

Tailgating is limited to one parking space per pass, strictly enforced. Tents can be no larger than 10 feet by 10 feet, and tailgating cannot block vehicle access to parking stalls. No glass bottles, kegs, or open fires are allowed, and no tailgating from elevated surfaces such as vehicle beds, roofs, or trailers. Professional sound equipment or DJ booths require prior written approval; small boom boxes are permitted if sound stays within 70 decibels and inside the tailgate area. (source)

Is there a sun and shade map for Jack Trice Stadium?

Not yet. The north end zone was rebuilt by 2022, after the newest lidar survey was flown, so a model from it would show the old north end. 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: Iowa State Athletics has a clear bag policy for all ticketed events. Allowed bags are clear plastic, vinyl, or PVC totes no larger than 12x6x12 inches with no logo larger than 4.5x3.4 inches, one-gallon clear plastic freezer bags, or small clutch bags no larger than 6x9 inches. Exceptions are made for items required for medical, family, or child care needs. All bags are subject to search, and staff cannot hold prohibited bags during the event. Bag policy.
Payment: Jack Trice Stadium accepts cashless payment only; the ticket office, concessions, parking, and merchandise all take credit and debit cards, and cash and checks are not accepted.
Getting there: Golf carts with Cyclone Trolley signs run throughout the parking lots starting three hours before kickoff. Parking and transit.
Food: Outside food and beverages, coolers, or containers are prohibited. Fans may bring one sealed or empty plastic water bottle of 20 oz. or less per person; no metal water bottles are permitted.