Frank Howard Field at Clemson Memorial Stadium
Frank Howard Field at Clemson Memorial Stadium, known as “Death Valley”, is a college football stadium in Clemson, South Carolina, home of the Clemson Tigers, who play in the ACC of NCAA Division I FBS. It opened in 1942, making it 84 years old in 2026 and seats 81,500 fans. That makes it the 14th-largest stadium in FBS and the biggest in the ACC.
The team plays on natural grass. Its record crowd is 86,092 vs. Florida State (1999).
Stadium facts
- Location
- Clemson, South Carolina
- Home of
- Clemson Tigers
- School
- Clemson University
- Conference
- ACC
- Subdivision
- Football Bowl Subdivision (FBS)
- Opened
- 1942
- Capacity
- 81,500
- Playing surface
- Natural grass
- Nickname
- Death Valley
- Former names
- Memorial Stadium (1942-1974)
- Record crowd
- 86,092 vs. Florida State (1999)
- Size rank in FBS
- 14th of 138
Famous games at Frank Howard Field at Clemson Memorial Stadium
- Clemson 21, Georgia 20 on a last-second field goal (1987)
- The 'Puntrooskie' fake punt by Florida State (1988)
- 'The Catch II' sets up win over South Carolina (2000)
Other teams that played here
- Carolina Panthers (NFL), 1995, temporary home
Game day
Tradition. Players rub Howard's Rock and then run down the hill into the stadium as a cannon fires and the band plays 'Tiger Rag.'
Tailgating. The Stacks is a premium tailgate hub with fan activities and live music, sold as single-game packages through REVELXP.
Parking. Free public parking is available at Seneca Creek Meadow (with shuttle) and Lower Kite Hill; city garages on Keith and Fendley streets charge a $40 event rate, first come, first served.
Plan your trip to Frank Howard Field at Clemson Memorial Stadium
Stadiums near Frank Howard Field at Clemson Memorial Stadium10
- 1FCSPaladin Stadium — Furman Paladins 27 mi
- 2FCSE. J. Whitmire Stadium — Western Carolina Catamounts 42 mi
- 3FCSGibbs Stadium — Wofford Terriers 56 mi
- 4FCSBailey Memorial Stadium — Presbyterian Blue Hose 56 mi
- 5FBSSanford Stadium — Georgia Bulldogs 59 mi
- 6FCSErnest W. Spangler Stadium — Gardner–Webb Runnin' Bulldogs 77 mi
- 7FBSBobby Dodd Stadium at Hyundai Field — Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets 107 mi
- 8FBSCenter Parc Stadium — Georgia State Panthers 107 mi
- 9FBSNeyland Stadium — Tennessee Volunteers 109 mi
- 10FBSFifth Third Stadium — Kennesaw State Owls 112 mi
Questions about Frank Howard Field at Clemson Memorial Stadium
Where do the Clemson Tigers play home games?
The Clemson Tigers play at Frank Howard Field at Clemson Memorial Stadium in Clemson, South Carolina.
How many people does Frank Howard Field at Clemson Memorial Stadium hold?
Frank Howard Field at Clemson Memorial Stadium has a capacity of 81,500.
When did Frank Howard Field at Clemson Memorial Stadium open?
Frank Howard Field at Clemson Memorial Stadium opened in 1942.
What is Frank Howard Field at Clemson Memorial Stadium’s nickname?
Frank Howard Field at Clemson Memorial Stadium is known as “Death Valley.”
What is the attendance record at Frank Howard Field at Clemson Memorial Stadium?
The record crowd at Frank Howard Field at Clemson Memorial Stadium is 86,092 vs. Florida State (1999).
Where do fans tailgate at Frank Howard Field at Clemson Memorial Stadium?
The Stacks is a premium tailgate hub with fan activities and live music, sold as single-game packages through REVELXP.
Where do I park for games at Frank Howard Field at Clemson Memorial Stadium?
Free public parking is available at Seneca Creek Meadow (with shuttle) and Lower Kite Hill; city garages on Keith and Fendley streets charge a $40 event rate, first come, first served.
Does Frank Howard Field at Clemson Memorial Stadium have grass or turf?
Frank Howard Field at Clemson Memorial Stadium has a natural grass field.
What other college football stadiums are near Frank Howard Field at Clemson Memorial Stadium?
Paladin Stadium in Greenville is about 27 miles away. See the full list of nearby stadiums on this page.
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