Ross-Ade Stadium is Purdue Football’s home on the northern edge of Purdue University’s campus in West Lafayette, Indiana. Before game day, check Purdue Athletics for current ticket, parking and entry details; rules and arrangements can vary by event.
- Location: 850 Steven Beering Dr., West Lafayette, IN 47906
- Ticket basics: Purdue Athletics sells football tickets through its official ticket information page; availability and prices can vary.
- Entry: General-public gates open 90 minutes before kickoff.
Where Ross-Ade Stadium is
Ross-Ade Stadium sits on the northern edge of Purdue University’s campus in West Lafayette. It is the home field for Purdue Football, at 850 Steven Beering Dr., West Lafayette, IN 47906.
The 2023 season marked the stadium’s 100th campaign as Purdue Football’s home. That season also began a renovation project, including a new south end zone stand and completion of the Tiller Tunnel. Its capacity after those renovations is 61,441.
The stadium is part of a larger university campus, so you can pair a game visit with time around Purdue. The Purdue University campus guide covers more places to see across campus.
What to check before game day
Purdue Athletics’ official Football Ticket Information page is the place to check ticket availability and prices. It provides a “BUY TICKETS” option, but costs and availability can change.
Home-event tickets are digital-only, so plan to use a ticket on your mobile device for entry. Purdue’s standard football guidance says general-public gates open 90 minutes before kickoff. The Pavilion opens two hours before kickoff, while Ross-Ade Brigade members may enter through Gate B one hour and 45 minutes before kickoff.
Game-day parking and shuttles also depend on Purdue’s event guidance. Standard football parking lots open eight hours before kickoff, but not earlier than 8 a.m. ET.
For weekday games, lots open no earlier than noon ET, and some may open later because of campus operations. Campus lots require a visitor or daily parking pass; athletic-event parking details are provided as dates approach.
Complimentary game-day shuttles run on published north and south routes, starting at least three hours before kickoff and continuing until one hour after the game ends. Use Purdue Athletics’ current parking and shuttle map to confirm pickup locations and routes. For a more detailed look at lot choices, the Ross-Ade Stadium parking guide focuses on Purdue game-day parking.
How do you get from Lafayette to Ross-Ade Stadium?
The drive from Economy Inn - Lafayette to Ross-Ade Stadium takes about 10 minutes; the stadium is about 3.1 miles away by route.
Allow time for the event-day parking and shuttle arrangements Purdue publishes, rather than assuming a parking lot will be available close to the stadium.
Loeb Stadium is another Lafayette sports venue, separate from Purdue’s football ground; its guide to Loeb Stadium covers what visitors should know.
Plan around entry and event-day rules
Choose your entrance and pack carefully: Ross-Ade has gate restrictions, a clear-bag policy and a list of prohibited items.
Students with valid student tickets must enter through Gates A or B. General-admission fans may use any gate except A and B; Gate A is reserved for student and ADA tickets, while Gate B is reserved for student tickets. Accessible entry is available at Gates A, EE and GG, as well as the Pavilion.
The clear-bag policy allows one clear plastic, vinyl or PVC bag no larger than 12 by 6 by 12 inches, one one-gallon clear plastic bag, and one small clutch no larger than 4.5 by 6.5 inches. Medical and diaper bags are exceptions, but they are inspected at entrances.
Prohibited items include weapons, outside alcohol, tobacco and e-cigarettes, umbrellas, strollers, backpacks, food and drinks, coolers, glass bottles, pets other than registered service animals, tripods and cameras with lenses longer than 6 inches. Ross-Ade is cashless, does not allow re-entry after you leave, and requires an event ticket for every guest, including children.
Before you go: Game-day policies, ticket details, parking and shuttle arrangements can change, so check the official site before you go. For stadium-specific updates, use Purdue Athletics’ official pages.
FAQs
Where is Ross-Ade Stadium?
It is on the northern edge of Purdue University’s campus at 850 Steven Beering Dr., West Lafayette, IN 47906.
How early do gates open?
General-public gates open 90 minutes before kickoff. The Pavilion and early entry for Ross-Ade Brigade members have different opening times.
Can you bring a backpack into Ross-Ade Stadium?
No. Backpacks are among the prohibited items. The stadium permits specific clear bags and a small clutch within stated size limits.
Does Ross-Ade Stadium accept cash?
No. Ross-Ade is a cashless venue, and guests cannot re-enter after leaving.