Ben Hill Griffin Stadium events & schedule

About Ben Hill Griffin Stadium

Ben Hill Griffin Stadium, known as The Swamp, is the University of Florida's football stadium and the largest stadium in the state of Florida. Florida Field at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium was originally constructed in 1930 and has had several facelifts since, and the stadium's listed capacity is 88,548. Football events run under a clear bag policy set by the University Athletic Association and matched across the SEC, so what you can carry in is tightly defined. Outside food and drink is prohibited, apart from one empty commercially branded plastic water bottle of 20 ounces or less.

Capacity

88,548. The stadium ranks as the largest in the state of Florida.

Built

Originally constructed in 1930, with several facelifts since.

Bags you can bring

Clear plastic, vinyl or PVC bags up to 12 by 6 by 12 inches, one-gallon clear re-sealable plastic storage bags, and small clutch bags no larger than 4.5 by 6.5 inches. Medically necessary items are allowed after inspection.

Bags turned away

Purses, backpacks, cinch and drawstring bags, briefcases, coolers and containers, fanny packs, luggage of any kind, computer bags, camera bags and binocular cases.

Food and drink

No outside food or drink, including alcohol. One empty commercially branded plastic water bottle no larger than 20 ounces is allowed in.

Cameras

No cameras with detachable lenses or lenses longer than six inches, and no video cameras or their cases.

Also prohibited

Artificial noise makers, flags, laser pointers, signs or banners that cannot be held, sticks or poles including selfie sticks, strollers, tobacco products including e-cigarettes and vapor pens, umbrellas and weapons.

Seating comfort

Personal seatbacks are not permitted. Seat cushions no larger than 16 inches, with no pockets and no back, are allowed.

Verified August 11, 2026 against floridagators.com, the venue's own site. Policies change, so confirm before you go. Event listings below update nightly.