Lambeau Field opened in 1957 and holds 81,441 fans, making it the largest stadium in the NFL by seating capacity. The waiting list for season tickets exceeds 140,000 names with an estimated wait time of over 30 years. This is not just a stadium. It is a pilgrimage destination for football fans worldwide.
Stadium History
The stadium is named after Earl "Curly" Lambeau, the Packers' founder, first player, and first coach. When it opened in 1957, it seated 32,150. Expansions over six decades have more than doubled capacity while preserving the bowl structure that creates the legendary atmosphere.
The nickname "Frozen Tundra" became famous during the 1967 NFL Championship Game, known as the Ice Bowl. The game-time temperature was minus-13 degrees Fahrenheit with a wind chill of minus-48. The field's heating system famously failed. The legend grew.
Seating Guide
Lower Bowl (100 Level)
The lower bowl sections wrap around the entire field. The best views are between the 30-yard lines: Sections 108-117 on the home side and 131-140 on the visitor side.
Upper Bowl (400-700 Level)
The upper deck is steep. Very steep. But the sightlines are excellent. You can see every formation, every coverage, every route. Many longtime fans prefer the upper deck for the tactical view.
South End Zone Standing Room
The cheapest option is standing room in the south end zone. No seat. No protection from weather. Just you and the elements.
The Lambeau Leap
The Lambeau Leap is the tradition of Packers players jumping into the stands after scoring touchdowns. It started in 1993 and has been codified into team culture. If you want to catch a leaping player, sit in the front row of the south end zone behind the goal posts.
Parking Options
Parking Overview
- Official Stadium Lots: $40-60, closest to gates
- Titletown District: $30-40, across Lombardi Avenue
- Residential Yards: $20-40, variable quality. A true Green Bay tradition.
- Remote Lots + Shuttle: $20-25, longer transit time
Parking lots open four hours before kickoff. The best tailgating spots in the stadium lots fill within the first 30 minutes.
Food and Drink Inside
- Curly's Pub: Full-service restaurant and bar inside the stadium atrium
- 1919 Kitchen & Tap: Craft beer and elevated pub food
- Cheese curds: Available at multiple concession stands (obligatory)
- Brats: Johnsonville sponsors the stadium, so brats are plentiful
Weather Preparation
Lambeau Field is an outdoor stadium in Wisconsin. There is no dome. There is no retractable roof. The aluminum bench seats conduct cold. Bring a cushion or blanket. Hand warmers and toe warmers are essential for late-season games.