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

McLane Stadium holds 45,140 fans and is home to Baylor Bears (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	45,140
Opened	August 31, 2014
Home teams	Baylor Bears (NCAA FBS (Big 12))
Address	1001 S Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd, Waco, TX 76704

When are the remaining home games?

2 home games left, starting Fri Nov 6, 2026. Times are local (Central).

Date	Game	Kickoff	Competition
Fri Nov 6, 2026	Baylor Bears vs Iowa State Cyclones	time TBA	College football
Fri Nov 20, 2026	Baylor Bears vs Texas Tech Red Raiders	time TBA	College football

When do the gates open at McLane Stadium?

One hour and thirty minutes before kickoff. (source)

What are the tailgating rules at McLane Stadium?

Season and single-game tailgating packages are available for purchase; email Tailgating@baylor.edu. (source)

Is there a sun and shade map for McLane Stadium?

Not yet. We have not built a seat model here yet: it needs a recent lidar survey of the stands as they are now, and we are checking the available surveys stadium by stadium. 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: Guests may carry bags that are clear plastic, vinyl or PVC and do not exceed 12 in x 6 in x 12 in, a one-gallon clear plastic freezer bag, or a small clutch bag approximately the size of a hand with or without a handle or strap. Backpacks, purses and bags larger than the clear bag policy are prohibited. Exceptions are made for medically necessary items after proper inspection. Bag policy.
Getting there: Downtown Shuttle picks up at Heritage Square (3rd and Austin Ave.) and drops off at the northwest corner of the stadium, starting 3 hours before kickoff until 1 hour postgame. Parking and transit.
Food: Outside food and beverage are prohibited, with exceptions for medical requirements or special needs. Fans may bring one clear, empty water bottle no larger than one liter per person to fill at water fountains; glass containers and backpack-style hydration systems are not allowed.