Northern Illinois University Athletics

Huskie Stadium Information | Seating Information | Tailgating Information | Parking Information | The Yard

IMPORTANT PHONE NUMBERS

NIU Athletics Ticket Office	(815) 753-7225 (PACK)
NIU Police	(815) 753-1212
Huskie Athletic Fund	(815) 753-1923

HUSKIE STADIUM INFORMATION

• Animals: Animals are not permitted inside Huskie Stadium, with the exception of trained service animals for fans with disabilities.
• Alcohol Policy: Outside alcoholic beverages or containers of any kind are not permitted inside Huskie Stadium.
• ATM Machine: Located at Entrance 2 of Convocation Center.
• Banners: Fans are welcome to display banners in Huskie Stadium during games provided the sign does not contain derogatory comments, profanity, impede another fan's view of the field, cause a disturbance among other fans, or cover any stadium signage. Flags and banners on poles or sticks are prohibited. NIU Game Operations Management reserves the right to remove any sign or banner from Huskie Stadium.
• Clear/Small Bag Policy: To provide a safer environment to spectators in Huskie Stadium and the Convocation Center, a clear bag/purse policy has been instituted.  No large bags or purses will be permitted for NIU football, volleyball or men's and women's basketball games. Approved bags include one clear plastic 12" x 12" x 6" stadium bag OR a one (1) gallon clear plastic storage bag OR one (1) clutch purse size 5.5" x 8.5" x 3” or smaller. Exceptions will be made for medically necessary items after proper inspection.

            

• Guests with Disabilities: Seating for guests with disabilities is located between the 40-yard lines in the East grandstand. Three bleacher seats are available for those wishing to accompany the disabled guest. This area can be accessed through the marked entrances on the concourse.
• First Aid: Basic first aid is provided on the East side at Gate 31 and opens 5 hours prior to kickoff. West side first aid is located inside the stadium athletic training room and opens 5 hours prior to kickoff. NIU does not provide physicians for spectators at intercollegiate athletic events.
• Gate Openings: Gates are opened 90 minutes before kickoff.
• Lost and Found: Articles found should be turned into the Stadium Information Window at the Ticket Office. Fans can claim their lost item at the kiosk. Any unclaimed items will be turned over to NIU Police, who can be reached at (815) 753-1212.
• Re-Entry Policy: Guests who leave Huskie Stadium with the intention to return must have their ticket electronically “scanned out” at any gate.  Please have your mobile or printed ticket ready as you exit the stadium.  Upon return, guests must be electronically scanned back in to re-enter the stadium.  Failure to have a ticket properly scanned out will result in denial of admission upon return to the entry gate. 
• Smoking Policy: As of July 1, 2015, Northern Illinois University is a smoke free campus. Smoking is prohibited on all campus property both indoors and outdoors, but is allowed within your personal vehicle as long as it does not impact others. All lighted smoking materials are prohibited, including but not limited to pipes, cigars, cigarettes and electronic cigarettes.
• Stadium Seatbacks:  Huskie fans can bring their own seat cushions and seatbacks into Huskie Stadium provided the seatbacks do not have armrests or pockets and do not exceed 16" across.
• Suites: The Sky Box and The Sky Club are accessible via the elevator, level 2. Guests with the proper ticket are allowed access. The Sky Club seating is outside of The Sky Box and alcohol is NOT allowed in the seating area. The Terrace Club is accessible via the Northwest field gate and the North end zone stairs to The Terrace Club. Guests with the proper ticket are allowed access and must stay on the terrace - NO Yordon Center first floor or Field Access is allowed. The Coaches Club is located within the West grandstand of Huskie Stadium and is accessible via the ramps. Guests can access The Coaches Club between Gates 4, 7, 10, 13. 

ITEMS NOT PERMITTED IN HUSKIE STADIUM

• Aerosol containers or any pressurized container
• Outside alcoholic beverages or controlled substances
• Any illegal substances
• Bags, backpacks, duffels, large purses, camera bags (small purses okay)
• Coolers, bottles, cans, or containers
• Helium balloons
• Hoverboards/skateboards
• Knives/blades of any length
• Large cameras, large video cameras
• Laser pointers of any kind
• Mono-pods or tri-pods
• Noisemakers, including whistles, musical instruments, and amplified noisemakers
• Outside food or beverages
• Fans are permitted to bring in one commercially sealed 1 liter bottle of water or smaller
• Pepper Spray
• Posters, signs, or banners on sticks
• Umbrellas
• Selfie sticks
• Weapons, flammables, or other potentially dangerous items

TICKET INFORMATION

• Online: Huskie fans can order tickets 24 hours a day online at www.NIUHuskies.com/MyHuskies.
• Mail: Specify the game, date, number of tickets, and price. Order forms can be downloaded from the tickets section of NIUHuskies.com. Send order, payment, name, address, and telephone number to: NIU Athletics Ticket Office, Convocation Center, NIU, DeKalb, IL 60115-2854.
• Ticket Prices: The prices for single-game reserved seats in Huskie Stadium range from $38-$50 on the West grandstand and $33-$38 on the East grandstand. Season tickets, depending on the plan, cost between $110-$170.  Admission for all NIU students with a valid One Card I.D. is FREE.
• Group Rate: To request more information and connect with a member of the NIU Athletics ticket staff, click HERE or call the NIU Athletics Ticket Office at 815-753-PACK (7225). Call received outside of business hours (Monday-Friday, 9am - 5pm CT) will be returned the next business day. 

MORE TICKET INFORMATION

• Will Call: Tickets can be picked up on game day at the Huskie Stadium Will Call Window (window #7) three hours prior to the scheduled kickoff time. The Will Call Window is located in the stadium ticket booth near the base of the elevator on the West side.
• Children: Tickets are required for all children two years of age or older.  Children younger than two years old receive free admittance, but no seat and must sit on the lap of a parent or guardian.
• Guest Tickets: Visiting players and coaches can pick up their tickets at the Huskie Stadium Will Call Window.
• Visiting Team Tickets: Complimentary tickets will be sent to each visiting team's ticket manager who will be responsible for their distribution at the pass table located on the south end of the west grandstand, near Gate 1. Gate opens 90 minutes prior to kickoff.
• NIU Athletics prohibits season and single game ticket purchases by individuals with the primary intent of reselling the tickets for profit. If your purchase is identified as having been made with the intent to sell tickets on the secondary market, it may be canceled without notice or refund. Please contact the NIU Ticket Office at HuskiesTickets@niu.edu with questions regarding the secondary market broker policy. 

TAILGATING INFORMATION

• Plastic bottles and cans are permissible; however, glass containers, kegs, and party balls are prohibited.
• Trash cans and used charcoal cans are located in each parking area to help keep the area clean and fan-friendly.
• Fryer or fire pits are not permitted.

 

PARKING INFORMATION

Available Parking Lots: 

• Donor Lots (in color on map above): Open five (5) hours prior to kickoff on Saturdays and three (3) prior to kickoff for midweek games. RV parking is only allowed in designated areas of the West Lawn, East Lawn and Lot PS. No re-entry once you have entered the lot.
• General Public Parking: Open five (5) hours prior to kickoff on Saturdays and three (3) prior to kickoff for midweek games. Single-game parking is available in all lots. You can prepay for discounted single-game parking in all lots or pay upon arrival. Game day parking is cashless. No re-entry once you have entered the lot. Discounted membership rates are available for season parking.
• Accessible Parking: Available in Lot L on the East side of Huskie Stadium. $100 for a season parking pass or $25 day of for single-game parking. 
• RV, Bus and Motor Home Parking: Contact the Huskie Athletic Fund for details.

**For more information or questions on game day parking information, please call (815) 753-1923

Game Day Shuttles:

• General Shuttle: Route begins 3 hours prior to kickoff on Saturdays and 90 mintutes prior to kick off for November weekday night games. Shuttle stops are located at Entrances 2 and 5 at the Convocation Center and the Southwest corner of Huskie Stadium on Stadium Drive South. Shuttles run approximately every 10-15 minutes.
• Accessible Shuttle: Route begins 3 hours prior to kickoff. A wheelchair accessible van is available to shuttle guests to the East and West entrances of Huskie Stadium to and from Lot L. Shuttles run approximately every 10-15 minutes.

Before every home game, all fans are invited to The Yard, presented by Cutwater. This FREE area, located on the West Lawn for the first four games before moving inside to the Chessick Practice Center in November, is a gathering space for donors, families and fans of all ages.
 
The Yard opens three hours before kickoff (two hours prior for the indoor yard) with the Kids' Zone providing inflatables, games and more, food and drink, including beer, available for purchase. Victor E. Threads will be set up in The Yard with a wide variety of NIU branded gear and the Huskie Marching Band, Cheerleaders, Silverettes, Victor E. Huskie and Mission III will come through to stir up the Huskie spirit! NIU students are welcome in The Yard, get a group of friends and stop by for a game of bags, or purchase pregame food from one of our vendors.