Lane Stadium

Lane Stadium is a football facility in Blacksburg with 65,632 seats distributed across multiple levels, including premium seating and a modern press box on the western side. The facility includes high-definition video displays and numerous food and beverage areas.

Planning for this facility began in 1964 when Stuart Cassell proposed replacing the older Miles Stadium. Edward H. Lane played a key role in raising the necessary 3 million dollars to make the construction possible.

The Virginia Tech Hokies' entrance ritual to Metallica's Enter Sandman has become a defining moment for every home game here. This tradition creates a shared experience that connects players and fans in a single moment.

The facility offers wheelchair-accessible seating throughout and multiple food and beverage stations located conveniently around the venue. Arriving early helps with parking and finding good viewing spots.

This facility sits at 2,057 feet (627 m) above sea level, which once made it the highest-elevation stadium in the eastern United States for major college football. The elevation creates noticeable differences in how the game is played.

Location: Blacksburg

Inception: September 24, 1965

Official opening: September 24, 1965

Capacity: 65632

Website: http://hokiesports.com/football/lanestadium.html

GPS coordinates: 37.22000,-80.41806

Latest update: December 14, 2025 18:36