Albertsons Stadium
Albertsons Stadium, known as “Smurf Turf / The Blue”, is a college football stadium in Boise, Idaho, home of the Boise State Broncos, who play in the Pac-12 of NCAA Division I FBS. It opened in 1970, making it 56 years old in 2026 and seats 36,387 fans. It ranks 3rd of 8 in the Pac-12 by capacity.
The team plays on artificial turf. Moved from the Mountain West to the rebuilt Pac-12 in 2026. Its record crowd is 37,711 vs. Washington State (2024).
Stadium facts
- Location
- Boise, Idaho
- Home of
- Boise State Broncos
- School
- Boise State University
- Conference
- Pac-12
- Subdivision
- Football Bowl Subdivision (FBS)
- Opened
- 1970
- Capacity
- 36,387
- Playing surface
- Artificial turf
- Nickname
- Smurf Turf / The Blue
- Former names
- Bronco Stadium (1970-2014)
- Record crowd
- 37,711 vs. Washington State (2024)
- Size rank in FBS
- 80th of 138
Famous games at Albertsons Stadium
- First Boise State-Idaho game, 42-14 (1971)
- Blue turf debut: Boise State 74, Humboldt State 0 (1986)
- Athletic Bilbao 2, Club Tijuana 0 (2015)
Game day
Tradition. The blue playing surface, installed in 1986, is the stadium's signature.
Tailgating. Tailgating is allowed in campus lots with rules against kegs, glass, open fires and tent stakes; pack out all trash.
Parking. Lots open 8 hours before Saturday kickoffs; free shuttles run from the ET Reserve lot and Lincoln Avenue and Brady Street garages, and a free Valley Regional Transit bus runs from downtown.
Plan your trip to Albertsons Stadium
Stadiums near Albertsons Stadium10
- 1FCSICCU Dome — Idaho State Bengals 198 mi
- 2FCSP1FCU Kibbie Dome — Idaho Vandals 223 mi
- 3FBSMartin Stadium — Washington State Cougars 225 mi
- 4FCSWashington–Grizzly Stadium — Montana Grizzlies 254 mi
- 5FBSMerlin Olsen Field at Maverik Stadium — Utah State Aggies 256 mi
- 6FCSStewart Stadium — Weber State Wildcats 270 mi
- 7FCSRoos Field — Eastern Washington Eagles 280 mi
- 8FCSBobcat Stadium — Montana State Bobcats 294 mi
- 9FBSRice–Eccles Stadium — Utah Utes 296 mi
- 10FBSLaVell Edwards Stadium — BYU Cougars 328 mi
Questions about Albertsons Stadium
Where do the Boise State Broncos play home games?
The Boise State Broncos play at Albertsons Stadium in Boise, Idaho.
How many people does Albertsons Stadium hold?
Albertsons Stadium has a capacity of 36,387.
When did Albertsons Stadium open?
Albertsons Stadium opened in 1970.
What is Albertsons Stadium’s nickname?
Albertsons Stadium is known as “Smurf Turf / The Blue.”
What is the attendance record at Albertsons Stadium?
The record crowd at Albertsons Stadium is 37,711 vs. Washington State (2024).
Where do fans tailgate at Albertsons Stadium?
Tailgating is allowed in campus lots with rules against kegs, glass, open fires and tent stakes; pack out all trash.
Where do I park for games at Albertsons Stadium?
Lots open 8 hours before Saturday kickoffs; free shuttles run from the ET Reserve lot and Lincoln Avenue and Brady Street garages, and a free Valley Regional Transit bus runs from downtown.
Does Albertsons Stadium have grass or turf?
Albertsons Stadium has an artificial turf field.
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