Ross–Ade Stadium

Ross-Ade Stadium spans across 65 acres of land at Purdue University with a capacity of 62,500 spectators and features limestone architectural elements.

The stadium, constructed in 1924, received its name from Purdue alumni David E. Ross and George Ade, who provided the land and financial support.

The stadium serves as the centerpiece for Purdue Boilermakers football games, where thousands of supporters gather to participate in collegiate sports traditions.

The facility incorporates the Prescription Athletic Turf drainage system, which maintains field conditions during rainfall through an underground network of pipes.

The 2014 renovation transformed the south end zone into an open-air patio section, making it the first collegiate stadium to serve alcohol to general attendees.

Location: Indiana

Inception: November 22, 1924

Architects: Osborn Engineering

Official opening: November 22, 1924

Capacity: 62500

Website: https://purduesports.com/facilities/ross-ade-stadium/1

GPS coordinates: 40.43440,-86.91830

Latest update: May 27, 2025 08:39