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The best place to watch football in america
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New Ryan Field is more than just a stadium. It’s a place for the community. It’s where family and friends come together, including my own. It’s a place where history will be made.
David Braun
Dan and Susan Jones Family Head Football Coach
New Ryan Field is a bold vision for Northwestern that will reflect Chicago’s prominence in the Big Ten Conference and elevate the standards for collegiate and professional facilities nationwide.
Mark Jackson
Combe Family Vice President for Athletics and Recreation
200,000 sq ft of festival grounds.
Family Festival
New Ryan Field is designed as the ultimate family-friendly game day destination, where parents and children can enjoy a variety of activities in a safe, engaging environment. The park will blend traditional family entertainment with NFL-style experiences, creating a festive atmosphere that feels like a Super Bowl pregame every game day.
Student Hall
The student section is the beating heart of New Ryan Field, a first-of-its-kind, all-in student gameday experience built around the Wildcat Wall, where 2,000 students stand directly above the end zone to create an intimidating, deafening wall of energy.
The Village & Great Hall
New Ryan Field’s Village and Great Hall will showcase some of the finest restaurants from Chicago, along with a beer hall where friends can gather for delicious food and drinks while enjoying another game before or after a Wildcats victory. Socialize and savor a street festival atmosphere, celebrating Chicago’s rich culinary traditions of excellence.
Community Tailgating
New Ryan Field is revolutionizing the tailgating experience with a hassle-free, community-driven space where fans can come together and enjoy pregame festivities.
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You've never experienced a stadium like this
Arena Shows & Concerts
Fall Festival
Holiday Festival
On-Field Movie Nights
Yoga in the Park
Movies in the Park
"This is going to set the bar for what a true sports experience should feel like."
"This is going to set the bar for what a true sports experience should feel like."
"This is going to set the bar for what a true sports experience should feel like."
"This is going to set the bar for what a true sports experience should feel like."