Football
Darling Stadium
Gameday Guide
Getting There: Shuttle Service
Free shuttles run continuously between Hampton University's campus and Darling Stadium on gameday — no need to drive or find stadium parking.
Campus pickup & drop-off points:
Lot 3 (Tennis) is reserved for booster parking only — it is not a shuttle pickup point.
Campus pickup/drop-off map:
Parking
| On Campus | Open to all fans. $10 per vehicle (free for season ticket holders with parking pass). Card or tap to pay only — no cash accepted. Take the shuttle to Darling Stadium from campus. |
| At Darling Stadium | On-site parking is reserved for season ticket holders and Hampton Athletics staff only, in designated lot areas. |
Fans without on-site parking access are encouraged to park on campus and ride the shuttle.
Stadium Entry
Darling Stadium has two public entrances — enter through whichever is closest to where you're coming from.
Stadium Map
Color-coded map of Darling Stadium: gates, shuttle drop-off/pick-up, home/away sides, tailgate areas, and parking.
Gameday Timeline
| 2:00 PM | Campus parking lots open · Shuttle service begins |
| 3:00 PM | HU Ticket Office opens (Convocation Center). Tickets at Darling Stadium are sold online only. |
| 4:02 PM | Stadium gates open to the public |
| 5:00 PM | HU Bookstore & Pirate Cove open |
| 5:02 PM | Concessions open |
| Kickoff | 6:02 PM — both game days |
| 10:00 PM | Shuttle service ends |
Accessibility
ADA seating is located on the home side of the stadium, centrally located behind the chair lift.
Restrooms
Darling Stadium does not have restroom facilities. Porta Potties will be available on site for fan use.
Good to Know
- Tailgating is permitted only for those parking at Darling Stadium, in accordance with the standard game-day tailgating rules. Tailgating will not be permitted on Hampton University's campus. View tailgating rules & regulations
- Darling Stadium address: 4067 Victoria Blvd, Hampton, VA 23669
- A clear bag policy is in effect at Darling Stadium. View the full policy
