University of Detroit Stadium

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University of Detroit Stadium was the home field of the Detroit Lions in Detroit, Michigan. It opened in 1922 and held 25,000 fans. The stadium has since been demolished (it closed in 1971).

Lions' first Detroit home; demolished in 1971 and now parking.

Stadium facts

Location
Detroit, Michigan
Status
Demolished
Opened
1922
Closed
1971
Capacity
25,000
Teams
Detroit Lions (1934–1937, 1940)
Other names
Titan Stadium

Teams that played here

Stadiums near University of Detroit Stadium10

  1. 1FormerTiger Stadium — Detroit Lions (Detroit, Michigan)same city
  2. 2NFLFord Field — Detroit Lions (Detroit, Michigan)same city
  3. 3FormerPontiac Silverdome — Detroit Lions (Pontiac, Michigan)17 mi
  4. 4FBSRynearson Stadium — Eastern Michigan Eagles (Ypsilanti, Michigan)27 mi
  5. 5FormerBriggs Field — Eastern Michigan Eagles (Ypsilanti, Michigan)28 mi
  6. 6FormerFerry Field — Michigan Wolverines (Ann Arbor, Michigan)32 mi
  7. 7FormerRegents Field — Michigan Wolverines (Ann Arbor, Michigan)33 mi
  8. 8FBSMichigan Stadium — Michigan Wolverines (Ann Arbor, Michigan)34 mi
  9. 9FBSGlass Bowl — Toledo Rockets (Toledo, Ohio)55 mi
  10. 10FBSSpartan Stadium — Michigan State Spartans (East Lansing, Michigan)72 mi

Questions about University of Detroit Stadium

Who played at University of Detroit Stadium?

University of Detroit Stadium was home to the Detroit Lions (1934–1937, 1940).

When did University of Detroit Stadium open?

University of Detroit Stadium opened in 1922.

Is University of Detroit Stadium still standing?

No. University of Detroit Stadium has been demolished.

How many fans did University of Detroit Stadium hold?

University of Detroit Stadium held about 25,000 fans.

What football stadiums are near University of Detroit Stadium today?

Ford Field (Detroit Lions) is in the same city. See the full list of nearby stadiums on this page.

Facts are for the 2026 season. Distances are straight-line miles. Capacity figures vary by source. See something wrong? Let us know.

Sources: en.wikipedia.org, en.wikipedia.org.