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Breese Stevens Field

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Breese Stevens visits depend on the exact soccer, field-concert or Forward Club configuration. Compare the owner’s section/access diagrams, clear-bag thresholds and concert restrictions, then plan downtown parking or Metro.

Wide view of the venue grounds at Breese Stevens Field in Madison, WI
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FanProof verdictFor concerts at Breese Stevens Field, leave chairs and blankets at home; bleacher seat backs and cushions are allowed. Bring one factory-sealed clear plastic water bottle up to 32 ounces. Bags must fit 12 × 12 × 6 inches and be clear unless no larger than 5 × 7 inches; necessary medical and nursing bags have exceptions. Concert re-entry is prohibited.

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Bags & entry

Breese Stevens Field limits all bags to 12 × 12 × 6 inches. Small clutches, fanny packs, purses and bags up to 5 × 7 need not be clear; larger bags must be clear plastic, vinyl or PVC. Necessary medical bags and nursing bags with a child are allowed. All bags receive inspection and event rules may change. Confirm carry quantities, any other infant supplies and rejected-bag arrangements before arrival.

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Reviewed bag sizes

Clear bag

up to12 × 12 × 6 in

12 in12 in6 in

Small non-clear bag

up to5 × 7 in

7 in5 in

Depth not listed by source.

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Breese Stevens Field limits all bags to 12 × 12 × 6 inches. Small clutches, fanny packs, purses and bags up to 5 × 7 need not be clear; larger bags must be clear plastic, vinyl or PVC. Necessary medical bags and nursing bags with a child are allowed. All bags receive inspection and event rules may change. Confirm carry quantities, any other infant supplies and rejected-bag arrangements before arrival.

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Drawings are not to scale or an orientation guide. Check every side against the venue’s listed measurements.

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Dimensions only: bag type, contents, material and screening rules still apply. Preset sizes are typical, not your exact bag. Security staff make the final call at the gate.

Events, tickets & arrival timeline
Venue details
Venue typeStadium
CapacityNot publishedCheck the layout and available seating for your event.
Event information

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Getting thereThe owner recommends Metro, walking or cycling
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When to arrive

Use the actual event’s doors and allow time for bag inspection and metal detection. Add a mobile ticket to your phone wallet before arrival and increase screen brightness; the owner says barcode screenshots will not work. Gate assignments can change, and a Forward Club indoor show is different from a field concert.

Transit & the journey home

The owner recommends Metro, walking or cycling. Paterson Station serves Rapid Route A and Route B in the published guide; check current schedules and the last service for your return. Covered/uncovered bike parking is approached from East Mifflin Street. Request access arrangements with 608-622-1414 in advance.

Confirm return service and last departures for your event’s finish time.

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Parking

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Parking At A Glance

Parking difficulty

Moderate — urban event parking with transit alternatives

What to do
The owner recommends South Livingston Street Garage, about two blocks away, and links current city parking availability. Compare the actual rate and event restrictions before arriving. The owner’s displayed 2025 maps are orientation references, not live lot inventory or reserved parking passes.
Best option
Consider Metro at Paterson Station or cycling if the return service works for your event. For accessible parking, the owner identifies the 900 block of East Washington Avenue on event days; request details in advance. Gate 4 is recommended for sections 101–109, Baer Balcony and Covered Corner, and Gate 8 for the Flock section.
Avoid
Avoid residential streets north of East Washington Avenue and never block driveways. Confirm posted curb rules even where an older diagram marks street parking. Concerts prohibit re-entry, so do not assume you can return to a meter or vehicle during the show.

Location

917 E Mifflin St.

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Seats & viewsSeat charts · Event layouts vary

Seats & views

Accessibility

Use Gate 4’s ramp for sections 101–109, Baer Balcony and Covered Corner, or Gate 8 for the Flock Section. The access page lists lifts to the Premier Suite/Forward Club, accessible restrooms and event-day accessible parking on the 900 block of East Washington Avenue. Request accommodations about TWO WEEKS ahead at 608-622-1414. Limited wheelchairs provide gate-to-seat transport only; bring your own for the whole event. Ask staff or Gate 1 Guest Services for return assistance. Confirm your ticketed viewing/companion location and route.

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Seating maps & views

Match the layout to your event before choosing seats. Stage position, floor seating, standing areas, and available sections can change.

Real photos from the seats

Browse Breese Stevens Field photos by section and compare the sightlines, railings, and stage views. Check the event and photo date; zoom can make the stage look closer.

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Owner-linked soccer section and hospitality diagram · filename 2025
Owner gate and emergency-exit orientation · filename 2025
Owner-linked broader parking and transit reference · 2025
Owner-linked nearby parking and approach detail · 2025
Seating & atmosphere notes

Inside the Venue At A Glance

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Mixed

Viewing and venue layout

The soccer map identifies numbered grandstand sections, suites, hospitality and standing supporter areas. It does not label individual chairs or establish a concert stage/pit layout. Owner concert photographs show different dated production examples; use the actual show ticket for access.

Inside the venuePayment, water and the atmosphere

Payment

FOOD AND BEVERAGE transactions are cashless, accepting major credit/debit cards and mobile pay. Confirm specific wallet brands and ticket/merchandise methods separately. No cash-conversion service is established by this concessions statement.

Water & drinks

Breese Stevens Field allows ONE CLEAR, FACTORY-SEALED PLASTIC water bottle/container up to 32 OZ. No ordinary empty-bottle allowance is established. Most fountains are listed as turned off, with one working public fountain outside the restrooms under Section 104. Confirm current operation and necessary medical/infant liquids; do not rely on every fountain being available.

The experience

  • Best for: Match the actual concert, soccer match or Forward Club event before choosing a ticket. The owner-linked soccer section diagram is not a concert stage plan. Grandstand sections, hospitality areas and the Flock End have different arrangements; use your event’s ticketed section and current access instructions.
  • Watch out for: The A–Z guide limits bags to 12 × 12 × 6 inches; bags larger than 5 × 7 inches must be clear, with inspected medical/nursing exceptions. Concerts prohibit blankets, carry-in chairs and re-entry. Soccer re-entry differs. Food and beverage purchases are cashless; do not assume that covers every promoter’s box office.
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Why It Works

  • ✓Dedicated parking maps and Metro guidance help compare arrival options.
  • ✓The accessible-arrangements page recommends entry gates for specific areas.

Event details to verify

  • ×Concert and soccer re-entry/blanket rules differ.
  • ×Historic parking diagrams do not show live space availability or current curb restrictions.
  • ×A standing field ticket is not a numbered grandstand seat.
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917 E Mifflin St. · Madison, WI

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Breese Stevens Field limits all bags to 12 × 12 × 6 inches. Small clutches, fanny packs, purses and bags up to 5 × 7 need not be clear; larger bags must be clear plastic, vinyl or PVC. Necessary medical bags and nursing bags with a child are allowed. All bags receive inspection and event rules may change. Confirm carry quantities, any other infant supplies and rejected-bag arrangements before arrival.

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Breese Stevens Field, 917 E Mifflin St. · Madison, WI.
When to arrive
Use the actual event’s doors and allow time for bag inspection and metal detection. Add a mobile ticket to your phone wallet before arrival and increase screen brightness; the owner says barcode screenshots will not work. Gate assignments can change, and a Forward Club indoor show is different from a field concert.
Transit
The owner recommends Metro, walking or cycling. Paterson Station serves Rapid Route A and Route B in the published guide; check current schedules and the last service for your return. Covered/uncovered bike parking is approached from East Mifflin Street. Request access arrangements with 608-622-1414 in advance.
Parking
The owner recommends South Livingston Street Garage, about two blocks away, and links current city parking availability. Compare the actual rate and event restrictions before arriving. The owner’s displayed 2025 maps are orientation references, not live lot inventory or reserved parking passes.
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Use Gate 4’s ramp for sections 101–109, Baer Balcony and Covered Corner, or Gate 8 for the Flock Section. The access page lists lifts to the Premier Suite/Forward Club, accessible restrooms and event-day accessible parking on the 900 block of East Washington Avenue. Request accommodations about TWO WEEKS ahead at 608-622-1414. Limited wheelchairs provide gate-to-seat transport only; bring your own for the whole event. Ask staff or Gate 1 Guest Services for return assistance. Confirm your ticketed viewing/companion location and route.

Official venue accessibility guidance (opens in a new tab)Venue map (opens in a new tab)Seat maps (opens in a new tab)

FOOD AND BEVERAGE transactions are cashless, accepting major credit/debit cards and mobile pay. Confirm specific wallet brands and ticket/merchandise methods separately. No cash-conversion service is established by this concessions statement. Breese Stevens Field allows ONE CLEAR, FACTORY-SEALED PLASTIC water bottle/container up to 32 OZ. No ordinary empty-bottle allowance is established. Most fountains are listed as turned off, with one working public fountain outside the restrooms under Section 104. Confirm current operation and necessary medical/infant liquids; do not rely on every fountain being available.

Official venue water guidance (opens in a new tab)

The owner recommends Metro, walking or cycling. Paterson Station serves Rapid Route A and Route B in the published guide; check current schedules and the last service for your return. Covered/uncovered bike parking is approached from East Mifflin Street. Request access arrangements with 608-622-1414 in advance. Confirm return service and last departures for your event’s finish time.

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