Rose Bowl Stadium Seating Chart
The Rose Bowl is the stadium at 1001 Rose Bowl Drive in Pasadena, California, home of the Rose Bowl Game and UCLA football. It opened in October 1922 and has been a National Historic Landmark since 1987. Its official capacity today is 89,702, down from more than 104,000 between 1972 and 1997. Concert crowds have reached 97,014, for U2 in 2009. It is set to host the men's and women's soccer gold medal matches at the 2028 Olympics.
Quick answer
The Rose Bowl's official seating capacity is 89,702, according to the stadium's own guide. UCLA and the Tournament of Roses have used slightly higher figures, and the stadium held more than 104,000 from 1972 to 1997.
- There are 77 numbered rows, plus lettered rows below row 1.
- U2 drew 97,014 for a 2009 concert, according to the stadium guide.
- It opened in October 1922 and is a National Historic Landmark.
- For private events, the Court of Champions seats 750 and the field 3,500.
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Sections at Rose Bowl Stadium
The Rose Bowl is one big bowl, so seats are found by tunnel, row and seat number rather than by deck. The details below come from the stadium's official guide and accessibility page.
- East side — reached through tunnels 1 to 8 and 28
- West side — reached through tunnels 14 to 22
- Rows — 77 numbered rows, with lettered rows from A downward below row 1
- Terry Donahue Pavilion — 1,200 club seats, 48 loge boxes and 54 suites
- Loge Boxes — 48 four-person boxes between the 35-yard lines
Best seats at Rose Bowl Stadium
Your ticket gives a tunnel, a row and a seat. The stadium lists tunnels 1 to 8 and 28 on the east side and 14 to 22 on the west. Its history notes that theatre-style seating was installed between tunnels 1 to 8 and 15 to 22 in 1998. The stadium calls its Loge Boxes the best views in the house. The 1,200 club seats in the Terry Donahue Pavilion have 36 to 40 inches of legroom. Soft cushions without pockets are allowed.
Tips before you go
Bags must be a clear bag up to 12 by 6 by 12 inches, a 1-gallon clear freezer bag, or a clutch up to 4.5 by 6.5 inches. A diaper bag is allowed with a child. There are no in-and-out privileges. At UCLA games gates open 90 minutes before kickoff, the stadium is about 99 percent cashless, and rideshare drops off only at the Parsons shuttle. Most parking is on the Brookside Golf Course. A shuttle also runs from Parsons at 100 W. Walnut St. in Old Pasadena, under half a mile from the Metro Memorial Park station.
How to read the Rose Bowl Stadium seating chart
Start with the tunnel. Tunnels 1 to 8 and 28 lead to the east side, and tunnels 14 to 22 to the west. Each section has 77 numbered rows, with lettered rows from A downward below row 1. The stadium guide says that as you enter a section, seats 1 to 40 are to your left and seats 101 to 140 to your right.
The Terry Donahue Pavilion holds the club seats, loge boxes and suites. The Blue Moon Club inside it is reached through sections 16 to 21 at row 77 or from the west concourse.
Wheelchair users reach field-level seats through tunnel 28 and its elevator. Accessible suites are on levels E and F and accessible club seats on levels D and E, and accessible parking is in Lots B, D and F.
Building a seating chart for an event at Rose Bowl Stadium
The Rose Bowl rents many spaces. The field seats 3,500 for dinner, the Court of Champions 750 and the Blue Moon Club 500. The Brick Plaza seats 400, the locker rooms 350, the Club Lounge 250 and the Rose Garden 100. For a seated dinner on the Court of Champions, place the tables in the maker, seat every guest and give the planner a printed chart.
Hosting a private event at Rose Bowl Stadium?
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Open the seating chart generatorFrequently asked questions
- What is the capacity of the Rose Bowl Stadium?
- The Rose Bowl's official seating capacity is 89,702, according to the stadium's own guide. UCLA and the Tournament of Roses have used slightly higher figures, and the stadium held more than 104,000 from 1972 to 1997.
- What are the best seats at Rose Bowl Stadium?
- Your ticket gives a tunnel, a row and a seat. The stadium lists tunnels 1 to 8 and 28 on the east side and 14 to 22 on the west. Its history notes that theatre-style seating was installed between tunnels 1 to 8 and 15 to 22 in 1998. The stadium calls its Loge Boxes the best views in the house. The 1,200 club seats in the Terry Donahue Pavilion have 36 to 40 inches of legroom. Soft cushions without pockets are allowed.
- What sections does Rose Bowl Stadium have?
- Main sections include: East side — reached through tunnels 1 to 8 and 28; West side — reached through tunnels 14 to 22; Rows — 77 numbered rows, with lettered rows from A downward below row 1. Full breakdown in the sections list above.
- Where is Rose Bowl Stadium located?
- The Rose Bowl Stadium is at 1001 Rose Bowl Drive, Pasadena, CA 91103. The golf course provides about 20,000 parking spaces, and the stadium's gates are lettered A to G and N.
- How do I plan a private event at Rose Bowl Stadium?
- Contact the Rose Bowl's event team about the field, the Court of Champions or the Pavilion clubs. After that, turn the Rose Bowl Stadium guest list into a printable chart with our free maker.