Tiger Stadium Section 531: view from your seat, rows and shade
Section 531 is in the 500 level, east (visitors) sideline, near the corner of Tiger Stadium. Its rows run A-B, C (3 rows), all open to the sky. The front row is 324 ft from midfield and Row C sits 112 ft above the field. At a 11:00 am kickoff against Mississippi State, a seat here gets about 220 minutes of direct sun.
How many rows are in Section 531?
3 rows: A-B, C. Row list from rateyourseats.com. Chairback seats: all rows.
Is Section 531 covered?
No. Every row is open to the sky. No seating section at Tiger Stadium is under a roof or an overhanging deck, so bring a poncho if rain is forecast: umbrellas are not allowed.
How far is Section 531 from the field?
The front row is 324 ft (98.7 m) from midfield; Row C is 329 ft. Eye height runs from 109 ft above the field at the front to 112 ft at the top. You look down at the field at 18.6° from Row A, 18.7° from Row B and 18.7° from Row C. Seats face a compass bearing of 245.9°.
| Row | To midfield | Eye height | Angle down |
|---|---|---|---|
| A | 324 ft | 109 ft | 18.6° |
| C | 329 ft | 112 ft | 18.7° |
Is Section 531 in the sun or shade?
Mostly sunny: about 220 minutes of direct sun at an 11:00 am kickoff against Mississippi State. By row band: front third 220 min, middle 220 min, top 220 min. Every remaining home game and possible kickoff time:
| Game | Kickoff | Sun |
|---|---|---|
| vs Mississippi State Sat Oct 17, 2026 | 11:00 am | 220 min shade not during the game |
| vs Alabama Sat Nov 7, 2026 | 2:30 pm | 131 min shade 4:30 pm |
| vs Alabama Sat Nov 7, 2026 | 6:00 pm | 0 min shade at kickoff |
| vs Texas Sat Nov 14, 2026 | 2:30 pm | 127 min shade 4:40 pm |
| vs Texas Sat Nov 14, 2026 | 6:00 pm | 0 min shade at kickoff |
Which gate should I use for Section 531?
The gate printed on your ticket. Gates open 2 hours before kickoff. Medical bags go through Gate 10 or the Southwest Roll Gate. Tiger Stadium is a no re-entry venue.
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