Dowdy–Ficklen Stadium

Dowdy-Ficklen Stadium is a college football facility at East Carolina University in Greenville with seating for approximately 50,000 people on a natural grass field. The complex includes modern amenities such as the TowneBank Tower, which provides premium seating sections and enhanced media facilities.

The stadium opened in September 1963 when East Carolina University won its first game against Wake Forest 20-10. Since then, it has grown as the university's home field and expanded with modern additions over the decades.

The stadium serves as a gathering place where students and the broader community come together for football games and celebrations throughout the year. It holds special significance as the venue for the university's major ceremonial events and community occasions.

The facility is located on Ficklen Drive and is accessible to visitors attending football games and other events throughout the year. Arriving early is recommended to secure parking and explore the grounds before major events begin.

The facility drew its largest crowd with over 51,000 spectators during a game against North Carolina State University in September 2022. This game demonstrated the passionate support for university football in the area.

Location: North Carolina

Inception: September 21, 1963

Official opening: September 21, 1963

Capacity: 50000

Website: https://ecupirates.com/facilities/?id=1

GPS coordinates: 35.59640,-77.36530

Latest update: December 7, 2025 10:06