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Gameday at Martin Stadium
- Gates
- Gates open 90 minutes prior to kickoff.
- Bag policy
- Clear bag 12" x 6" x 12". Official bag policy ›
- Parking
- Lots: Noyes/Haven Lot, Northwestern Place Lot, Library Place Lot, Locy Lot. Official lot map ›
- Tailgating
- Tailgating is permitted in the Noyes/Haven, Northwestern Place, Library Place and Locy lots, and along the shoreline of Lake Michigan. Season ticket holder / campus parking lots open four hours before each home game (kickoff).
- Accessibility
- ADA parking available in every lot; ADA transportation available from all campus parking lots by golf cart.
- Outside food
- No outside food or drink.
- Concessions
- Concessions stands are available under the West stands, in the Southwest corner, and in each beer garden located within the facility.
2026 Schedule
Tap an upcoming game for its gameday links. Kickoff times are shown in the stadium's local time once announced and confirmed on a second source; until then, Kickoff TBA. Played games show no score.
Rivalry Games
The Northwestern vs Illinois rivalry, known as Land of Lincoln Trophy, is played on Saturday, November 28 at Martin Stadium.
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