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Visiting Rice–Eccles Stadium: what to know before you go

University of Utah, Salt Lake City, UT 84132, United States

Rice–Eccles Stadium is a stadium in Salt Lake City, open since 1927, with room for about 45,017 people.

The busiest month ahead is November 2026, with 2 dates.

2 public transport stops are within walking distance (Train); the nearest is University Medical Center (UTA station), 460 m away.

Rice–Eccles Stadium

Key facts

Type of venue
Stadium
Capacity
45,017
Opened
1927
Address
University of Utah, Salt Lake City, UT 84132, United States
Upcoming events
3

Rice–Eccles Stadium, month by month

  • November 20262 dates, including Utah Utes Football vs. BYU Cougars Football and Utah Utes Football vs. West Virginia Mountaineers Football
  • December 20261 date, including Discover NHL Winter Classic® - Colorado Avalanche v Utah Mammoth

Arriving by public transport

  • University Medical Center (UTA station)Train460 m
    6 min walk
  • Uta Trax South Campus StationTrain790 m
    10 min walk

Arriving by car

1 car park within walking distance; the nearest is 700 m from the venue.

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Rice–Eccles Stadium: practical questions

How many people fit in Rice–Eccles Stadium?

Rice–Eccles Stadium has a capacity of about 45,017; the figure for a given show depends on its layout.

When did Rice–Eccles Stadium open?

Rice–Eccles Stadium opened in 1927.

What is the nearest stop to Rice–Eccles Stadium?

University Medical Center (UTA station) (Train), 460 m away – about 6 min on foot.

Can I park near Rice–Eccles Stadium?

Yes, 1 car park is mapped nearby, the closest 700 m away.

Which month has the most events at Rice–Eccles Stadium?

November 2026, with 2 dates, including Utah Utes Football vs. BYU Cougars Football and Utah Utes Football vs. West Virginia Mountaineers Football.

Which other venues are close to Rice–Eccles Stadium?

Huntsman Center (1.4 km), Kingsbury Hall (1.4 km), The Urban Lounge (1.5 km) and Jon M. Huntsman Center (540 m).

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