Estadio Tres de Marzo, football stadium
Estadio Tres de Marzo is a football stadium in Zapopan with open-air stands and capacity for nearly 19,000 spectators. The grass field sits in the center and is lit by modern floodlights that allow matches to be played at any time of day.
The stadium opened in 1971 with steel stands holding about 3,000 spectators. As the university team climbed higher divisions, concrete stands were added, and in 1986 it was expanded to over 30,000 seats to prepare for the World Cup.
The stadium's name comes from the university's founding date, March 3, 1935, showing its deep ties to local academic history. Today it serves as a gathering place where the community comes together for football matches and major public events.
The stadium is located on the university campus and is accessible by public transportation. It has ample parking for about 3,500 cars and food stands throughout the grounds, though facilities for people with disabilities are limited.
During the pandemic, the stadium served as a vaccination site for the local population, showing it is far more than just a sports venue. This role demonstrates its importance as a community space during critical times.
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