Drake Stadium
Arena or ballpark in Des Moines, Iowa
- Des Moines, IA
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About Drake Stadium
Drake Stadium is the outdoor home of Drake University football and the annual Drake Relays. The 14,557-seat stadium is on Forest Avenue in Des Moines. A track surrounds the artificial-turf infield, with permanent lighting, a video scoreboard, concessions and spectator restrooms.
2719 Forest Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50311
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Plan Your Visit to Drake Stadium
Where do football spectators enter?
The stadium is at 2719 Forest Avenue. Football guests enter through the southwest or southeast gate off Forest Avenue, beginning one hour before kickoff. Track meets and other events may use different admission arrangements.
How does the stadium layout affect my visit?
The track surrounds the infield used for football. Choose seating from the map for the event you are attending; the football arrangement and Drake Relays program serve different activities.
Which lots serve football games?
The current football guide identifies Lots 1, 4, 17 and 18. Bike racks are near the southwest entrance. Check the instructions for your game for parking access and any pass requirements.
Where are the accessible seating areas?
For football, accessible seating is above sections M, N and O in the south end zone, with additional spaces at press-box level behind sections P–V. An elevator is near the west-side 50-yard line. Call 515-271-3647 to discuss seating.
What can I bring to a football game?
The current football clear-bag limit is 12 by 6 by 12 inches; small clutches may be up to 5.5 by 8.5 inches. Medical and diaper-bag exceptions apply. Outside food and beverages are prohibited; concessions operate along the concourse. Re-entry is not permitted.
Drake Stadium FAQs
Do the football policies apply to the Drake Relays?
Use the Relays’ own visitor instructions for track-meet gates, parking and admission. The football details above describe home football games.
Venue information checked 2026-10-31. Event layouts, policies and operating hours can change; consult the venue’s event instructions before traveling.
Sources & References
Venue photo credits
- Panoramic view of the 2014 Drake Relays at Drake Stadium — Drake University Athletics (official photo source), Copyright retained by original owner.