Naval Academy Athletics

As you enter the stadium gates, on of our staff members will scan your NFC enabled ticket(s). Please ensure all tickets are downloaded to your wallet before arriving at the gate. Once you and your guests enter into the stadium, you will not be allowed to exit and reenter until halftime. 

Guests with Disabilities or Physical Challenges That May Need Support by The Staff

• The Naval Academy Athletic Association (NAAA) is sensitive, fully committed, and resourced to provide support and accommodations for any guest at the stadium that needs attention as it pertains to their personal physical challenges. Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium meets ADA requirements for parking, seating, access to restrooms and areas/operations.  There are occasions, based on demand, when parking and seating are limited. The NAAA Ticket Office will make every effort to address requests made in advance of the contest to ensure that our guests visiting the stadium are comfortable with their attendance.
• The needs of our guests with disabilities are a priority. Please contact the Ticket Office at 1-800-874-NAVY, or email in advance at tickets@usna.edu to connect with a member of our staff who will respond in a timely fashion. For game day requests, NAAA staff in the North End Zone Ticket Office will also be on site to assist.
• Accessible (ADA) seating is available throughout the lower level of the stadium on the upper blue (west) and gold (east) side. These seats are available on a first come, first serve basis by calling the ticket office prior to the game. Based upon availability, there are also game day exchanges that can take place.
• Access to ADA-compliant parking spaces are on a first come, first served basis by calling the ticket office prior to game day. There are also ample game day ADA equipped shuttles that run from our auxiliary lots. Germantown Elementary provides a service from the parking lot to the stadium gate of your choice. The Harry S. Truman Park n Ride provides free ADA compliant shuttle service that will drop guests off in front of the ticket office windows at the stadium and return guests to their car at the end of the game.
• In addition, to accommodate officially designated service pets, the stadium has areas set aside for service pet relief. Service pet relief stations are located in the grass areas on both the Northeast and Northwest corners of the stadium. Guests are asked to be courteous and please use the provided waste bags as needed.

Alcohol purchased inside of Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium is permitted to be consumed inside the stadium gates. Outside alcohol attempted to be brought into the stadium is prohibited. Alcohol is, however, allowed in parking lots and tailgating areas. Consumption of alcohol by underage drinkers will not be tolerated. 

Alcohol sales begin 2 hours prior to kickoff when gates open and end at the end of the 3rd quarter.

Alcohol is available at concession stands and portable location throughout the stadium. There are 100% ID checks, all those served will receive a wristband. Customers are limited to 2 drinks per transaction. 

• Germantown Elementary (200 Windell Road) provides a convenient off-site parking option located just a few blocks from Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium. Game day parking is $35 for single-space vehicles. Fans desiring an extra space for tailgating will be required to pay for that space. Payment is accepted in cash only at the lot. Oversized vehicles should contact the NAAA Ticket Office at 800-US4-NAVY or tickets@usna.edu to pre-purchase passes.
• Additional off-site parking options are available, including: Bladen Street Garage (intersection of Bladen Street and Calvert Street); Gotts Court Parking Garage (250 Northwest Avenue); Park Place Garage (intersection of West Street and Taylor Avenue); and Whitmore Parking Garage (37 Clay Street).

Non permissible/compliant bags may be checked at the Bag Check Tent located on the Northwest exterior of the Stadium. Bag check closes on hour after the conclusion of the Blue and Gold

The memorial aspects of the original structure were preserved and enhanced during the renovations. More than 8,000 chair back memorial plates were removed, refurbished and reinstalled in the new seats. Hundreds of memorial plaques received the same treatment and are featured on the Memorial Plaque Wall in the North Memorial Plaza. Battle arches and class arches have been constructed to tell the illustrious story of the Naval Services. Each combination of battle arches contains a history lesson on the left arch and a description of the particular battle on the right. Each and every battle fought by either the Navy or Marine Corps is depicted through the use of color-coded battle streamers allowing visitors to chronologically view the story of the brave men and women who we honor for their service to our country.

Clear bags no larger than 12"X12"X6", small clutch purses no larger than 4.5"X6.5"

A graphic of the Clear Bag Policy can be found here

 Concessions are not available for purchase outside the stadium’s gates.

NEW THIS SEASON: Stop by our Grab ‘n’ Go locations conveniently location on both the Blue and Gold concourses.

The American Conference encourages and promoted good sportsmanship by student-athletes, coaches and spectators. We request your corporation by supporting the participants and officials in a positive manner. Profanity, racial or ethnic comments, or other intimidating action directed at officials, student-athletes, coaches or team representatives will not be tolerated and are grounds for removal from the site of competition.

FROM THE NORTH
Take I-97 South to US 50 East. 

Exit US 50 at MD-450/West Street/Parole (exit 23) and keep right at the fork. Merge onto MD-450 East toward Downtown Annapolis. Drive ~2 miles down West Street and take the 3rd exit at the traffic circle onto Taylor Ave. Continue on for about 0.4 miles down Taylor Ave and turn left onto Cedar Park Road for access to Gates 3, 3A, and 4.

Exit US 50 at Rowe Blvd. (exit #24) and bear to the right. Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium is on
your right. Right turn on Farragut Rd. gives access to Gates 1 and 2. Right turn on Taylor (second right) give access to Gates 5 and 7.

FROM THE WEST
Take US 50 East. 

Exit US 50 at MD-450/West Street/Parole (exit 23) and keep right at the fork. Merge onto MD-450 East toward Downtown Annapolis. Drive ~2 miles down West Street and take the 3rd exit at the traffic circle onto Taylor Ave. Continue on for about 0.4 miles down Taylor Ave and turn left onto Cedar Park Road for access to Gates 3, 3A, and 4.

Exit US 50 at Rowe Blvd. (exit #24) and bear to the right. Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium is on your right.
Right turn on Farragut Rd. gives access to Gates 1 and 2. Right turn on Taylor (second right) give access to Gates 5 and 7.

FROM THE SOUTH
Take I-95 North to I-495 East. Take I-495 East to US 50 East. 

Exit US 50 at MD-450/West Street/Parole (exit 23) and keep right at the fork. Merge onto MD-450 East toward Downtown Annapolis. Drive ~2 miles down West Street and take the 3rd exit at the traffic circle onto Taylor Ave. Continue on for about 0.4 miles down Taylor Ave and turn left onto Cedar Park Road for access to Gates 3, 3A, and 4.

Exit US 50 at Rowe Blvd. (exit #24) and bear to the right. Navy-Marine
Corps Memorial Stadium is on your right. Right turn on Farragut Rd. gives access to Gates 1 and 2. Right turn on Taylor (second right)
gives access to Gates 5 and 7.

FROM THE EAST
Take US 50 West across the Bay Bridge. 

Exit US 50 at MD-450/West Street/Parole (exit 23B) and use the ramp to loop onto MD-450 East (West Steet) toward Annapolis.. Drive ~2 miles down West Street and take the 3rd exit at the traffic circle onto Taylor Ave. Continue on for about 0.4 miles down Taylor Ave and turn left onto Cedar Park Road for access to Gates 3, 3A, and 4.

Exit US 50 at Rowe Blvd. (South). Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium is on your right.
Right turn on Farragut Rd. gives access to Gates 1 and 2. Right turn on Taylor (second right) give access to Gates 5 and 7.

First aid stations are located behind sections 1 and 101 on the Blue side, and behind sections 25 and 125 on the Gold side.

True patriotism and pride in one’s country are felt every home game when the entire Brigade of Midshipmen marches from the grounds of the Academy to midfield of Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium to salute its school, its team and most importantly, its country. Immediately following the National Anthem, often sung by the Naval Academy glee club, fans experience one of the most breathtaking moments of their lives, as military aircraft fly overhead to welcome the start of the game.

Stadium gates will open two (2) hours prior to kick off.

Best gate to enter based on your section:

Gate A/B - Sections 1-4,101-104, G and H, suites 1-4, and Gladchuk Club
Gate C/D - Sections 5 and 105-108
Gate H - Sections A-D and HILL tickets
Gate M - Sections 25-26, 125-126, suites 16-20, 26, and Akerson Tower North
Gate N - Sections 27-28 and 127-128, suites 24-25 and Akerson Tower North
Gate O - Sections 29-30 and 129-30, suites 22-23 and Akerson Tower South
Gate P - Sections 31-32, 131-132, E and F, suites 5-8, 12-16, 21, Class of 1981 Club, and Akerson Tower South

All ticket questions or event-related problems should be addressed at either the Guest Service Centers located on the Blue or Gold concourses or the Guest Services window located at the main ticket office on the north side of the stadium.

This year marks the 67th year Navy has played football at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium. This 34,000-seat facility was built at a cost of $3 million with all of the money raised through private contributions. The stadium was dedicated on Sept. 26, 1959, when Navy defeated William & Mary 29-2 and was rededicated on Oct. 8, 2005, when Navy defeated Air Force 27-24. In the 306 games played in the stadium, the Midshipmen have attracted 8,217,249 fans. Navy drew the largest crowd in stadium history in 2025 when 38,914 fans packed Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium to watch the Mids play Tulane. As it heads into the 2026 season, Navy owns a 187-118-1 (.613) record in games played at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium.

For more information regarding game day hospitality, please visit this webpage, opens in new tab.

The KidsZone is a free area for young Navy fans to hang out together! From the time gates open until halftime, bouncy houses, games, and coloring sheets are available for all kids. The KidsZone is located in the North Endzone. Presented by Annapolis Area Chick-fil-A.

All kids ages 12 and under are invited to join the Navy Kidshipmen Club! Members receive free tickets to select events, exclusive member gifts, monthly newsletters, and more! Register your child today at NavySports.com, opens in new tab.

Items lost or found can be identified at the main ticket office located on the north side of the stadium. Lost items not claimed on game day can be claimed by calling (800) US4-NAVY.

March-on will occur 30 minutes prior to the start of the game and Taylor Avenue will be closed from Rowe Boulevard to Gate 5.

All Naval Academy Athletic Events are NFC enabled digital ticketing. Digital tickets use email or text messaging to send your tickets directly to you after purchase. Digital ticketing will also provide a safe and contactless environment for our fans upon entry. Digital ticketing will greatly reduce the risk of lost, stolen, or counterfeit tickets while providing the ability to easily manage, transfer, or sell your tickets at any time.

At the conclusion of the game, the Navy football team will stand in front of the Brigade of Midshipmen and sing Navy Blue & Gold, the school’s alma mater. It is the greatest tradition in college football. 

Oversized Vehicles: RV Parking has been relocated to Germantown Elementary. This pass is sold for the season for $600. Please contact the NAAA Ticket Office at 800-US4-NAVY or tickets@usna.edu for more information on perimeter parking.

• Parking will not be sold for the stadium (Blue and Gold) lots on game day.
• Season parking passes are only available for season ticket holders that are members of the Blue-N*Gold  by calling the Navy Ticket Office at 1-800-US4-NAVY. Season-parking passes are $200 for a regular-sized vehicle.
• Tailgating is allowed on Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium property only.
• Tents larger than 10’x10’ pop-up are allowed only on the perimeter of the stadium and in the area of NavyFest presented by Johns Hopkins US Family Health Plan. Locations are available by calling 1-800-US4-NAVY.
• Small gas grills are permitted.
• Fans are not permitted to take up extra parking spaces within the Stadium lots for the purpose of tailgating.
• Fans wanting to tailgate with other vehicles are encouraged to arrive at the same time to the same parking gate. Our parking attendants will be able to direct you to spaces next to one another, if space allows. Reserving a space is not permitted in the lots at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium.
• Fans who do not exercise their tailgating privileges in a responsible manner will face forfeiture of their parking pass for the remainder of the season and possible cancellation of season ticket privileges for future seasons.

Permitted Items: Clear bags no larger than 12"X12"X6", small clutch purses no larger than 4.5"X6.5", blankets, seat cushions, diaper bags, umbrella strollers, and video cameras. All items will be inspected.

Prohibited Items: Backpacks, computer bags, purses, fanny packs, brief cases, binocular cases, camera cases, tote bags, firearms, bottles (glass or plastic), cans, thermoses, coolers, alcoholic beverages, outside food or drink, large bags, folding chairs, umbrellas, profession cameras and tripods, noise makers, hanging banners/signs/sticks, chains, illegal substances, laser pointers, clothing containing vulgar language, large strollers, fireworks, aerosol cans, pets, pepper spray, and any item deemed by management to be dangerous or inappropriate.

For any questions or issues on game day, please call or text 1-800-US4-NAVY (1-800-874-6289) or email tickets@usna.edu.

There is no re-entry until halftime at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium. To be permitted to re-enter, a guest must have their game ticket scanned prior to exiting the stadium. Upon re-entry, the guest will have their valid game ticket scanned. You may not exit multiple times. For updated information on the re-entry policy, call 1-800-US4-NAVY or e-mail tickets@usna.edu.

• Satellite parking is available at the Harry S Truman Park and Ride, located on Harry S Truman Parkway just off Riva Road.
• Shuttle service begins five (5) hours prior to the start of the game. Service continues throughout all games, ending approximately two (2) hours after each game’s completion. The shuttle runs approximately every 20 minutes, and drops off and picks up at the north end of the stadium.
• Designated accessible shuttles are available.
• Directions to Satellite Parking: Exit US 50 at Aris T. Allen Blvd. [MD 665] (exit #22) and bear to the right (Riva Rd. exit). Right turn on Riva Rd. Right turn on Harry S. Truman Pkwy. Park & Ride is located on the right just before the MVA.

The ticket office, located in the North End Zone, near gate H, will open 2 and a half hours prior to kickoff. NEW THIS SEASON: A ticket resolution space will be can be found inside near Gate A/B that will open 2 hours prior to kickoff. 

The visiting team bench is located on the Gold side of the stadium. Visiting team fans are located in section(s) 32 and 132.

We do not offer any public WiFi

Every person over the age of 2 must have a ticket.