Camp Randall Stadium (University of Wisconsin)

Camp Randall Stadium (University of Wisconsin)

Camp Randall Stadium (University of Wisconsin)
4.5
7:45 AM - 4:15 PM
Monday
7:45 AM - 4:15 PM
Tuesday
7:45 AM - 4:15 PM
Wednesday
7:45 AM - 4:15 PM
Thursday
7:45 AM - 4:15 PM
Friday
7:45 AM - 4:15 PM
Saturday
Closed
Sunday
Closed
What people are saying
How times have changed
5.0 of 5 bubblesDec 2022
The first time I visited Camp Randall Stadium on the campus of the University of Wisconsin in Madison was in 1959. I drove through a snowstorm with some of my University of Illinois fraternity brothers to see the Illinois/Wisconsin football game. Illinois won 9-6. Because of the weather, we didn't have much time to explore the campus. On my most recent visit, I didn't see a football game but I was impressed by the many changes that have occurred since my last visit more than 60 years ago. Built in 1917, the stadium lies on grounds of Camp Randall, a Union Army training camp during the Civil War. It is the oldest and fifth largest stadium in the Big 10 Conference. Today, its capacity is 80,321. In 1959, I was one of 63,425 spectators who filled the stadium. But there are so many more noteworthy changes. In 1966, the upper deck on the west side was added. In 1968, the playing surface was converted from natural grass to artificial turf. In 2002, a large-scale construction project added luxury boxes, a five-story office building, separate football program offices, upgraded concession stands and restrooms and new scoreboards. In addition, the numbers of the two Heisman Trophy winners--Alan Ameche (35) and Ron Dayne (33)--were displayed on the upper deck facade. In 2005, the boxes along the eastern rim were added. In 2006, the bronze statues of former coach and athletic director Barry Alvarez and former football star and athletic director Pat Richter were placed in the stadium's Kellner Plaza. At the same time, the retired numbers of Elroy Hirsch (40), Dave Schreiner (80), Allan Shafer (83) and Pat Richter (88) were added to the upper deck facade. In 2014, a new 50-by-170-foot scoreboard and a 4,271-square-foot Daktronics screen with two smaller screens were installed on the north end. Also added were the Student Athlete Performance Center, academic and strength training facilities, multimedia instructional space, a lower level football team access tunnel, renovated locker rooms, showers and equipment storage space. Finally, in 2018, premium seating was added to the south end zone and the press box was improved. It all makes for a truly enjoyable game day experience.

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IRun2Eat
Philadelphia, PA234 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Sep 2021 • Family
Camp Randall was a great environment for our first away game in the Big 10. The fans were pretty rowdy on our way into the stadium as we walked past the frat houses, but that was expected. We had great seats in the corner of the end zone and no one commented on all of us wearing our PSU gear. The lines for concessions were very long and slow as I waited in line for nearly an hour for 3 soft pretzels and waters. I missed the 4th quarter jump around due to the concession issue.
Written April 18, 2022
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krogersku
Johnston, IA665 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Oct 2022 • Family
Really enjoyed visiting the University of Wisconsin and watching a football game at Camp Randall Stadium. If it is your first time going would recommend breakfast at Mickie’s Dairy Bar right next to campus. Get there early right when it opens. Can then go tailgate or watch the band before the game. Good atmosphere, great game day experience.
Written December 28, 2022
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MLE0904
Las Vegas, NV592 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Aug 2019
Lots of history here in this lovely stadium. There isn't a bad seat in the bowl but it does get VERY loud if you are near the student section. Be sure to be in your seat for the Jump Around.
Written March 3, 2020
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Jim J
1 contribution
1.0 of 5 bubbles
Sep 2021 • Couples
Not doing well at the moment. Many Concessions closed causing long lines where open. Then there is no cash for reducing COVID but all the bathroom doors are closed and need to open doors anyway, doesn’t make sense. The concessions that are open (with crazy lines) have reduced portions with bad quality and very rude staff. Used to really look forward to going, not worth the price for the poor experience at the moment.
Written September 12, 2021
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Venture21613
50 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Oct 2019
Perfect location to watch college football. It is really full of joy and not a bad seat in the place. Don't miss an opportunity to experience a Big Ten mainstay.
Written October 13, 2019
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Q5840NIkennethl
Madison, WI94 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Sep 2019
Voted as the top college campus in America, Camp Randall on a football Saturday sustains the youthful enthusiasm of the students who attend and yet honors those who came before. Take time to learn why it's called Camp Randall, examine the statues and learn the history and the tapestry of the venue will have one more thread to give it a meaning you will never, ever forget while the game played by true Student athletes will leave you cheering and out of your seats for the infamous "jump around".
Written September 6, 2019
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BigDanSchreib
Madison, WI9 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Nov 2018
Nothing beats watching the Badgers at Camp Randall.
The waves, the sing-a-longs, the chants, the 5th Quarter and the BEST college
tradition EVER the Jump Around after the 3rd quarter. The Camp Randall experience has to be on everyones bucket list!
Written September 3, 2019
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duwayneb2016
Madison, WI6 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Oct 2018
From teh suites to teh open air seats, this stadium had it all. Including but not limited to the best marching band in the country and a great crowd that really gets into the games.
Written August 6, 2019
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jeunefille1
Blue Bell, PA42 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Nov 2018
I was very impressed by Camp Randall Stadium during the Rutgers - Wisconsin football game. The stadium is large, very clean, and all the seats have a fine, unobstructed view, The concessions are very good, especially the bratwurst, and the prices are not bad. The Wisconsin fans are very friendly to the opposing team's fans, and I was able to strike up a nice conversation during halftime. The Wisconsin Marching Band is impressive indeed. Rutgers played a competitive game but lost 31 to 17. Other than that, the stadium and atmosphere during the game was simply outstanding.
Written November 6, 2018
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H M
Glen Ellyn, IL120 contributions
2.0 of 5 bubbles
Oct 2017 • Family
We had seats along the 50 yard line behind the Badgers bench. These are not seats, but just a long bench with numbers printed along the length of the bench. My daughter and I are both about 125 lbs and we were shoulder to shoulder with our neighbors on either side of us. My husband and son were behind us and my son had to sit sideways the whole game and my 6'4" husband had to lean forward the whole game to sit. Great energy in the stadium but terrible seats. My husband said he will never go to antother game.
Written October 16, 2017
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