Fan Stay
Graduate Oxford
Boutique hotel right on The Square celebrating Ole Miss and Oxford's literary heritage. The rooftop bar has become a gameday hotspot with views over the heart of town.
stadium
Vaught-Hemingway Stadium
Oxford, MS · Capacity: 64,038
About Vaught-Hemingway Stadium
Home of the Ole Miss Rebels with a capacity of 64,038. The Grove tailgating scene outside the stadium is considered the finest in all of college football — a sea of tents, chandeliers, and Southern hospitality.
- Opened: 1915
- Capacity: 64,038
- Operator: University of Mississippi
- Home teams: Ole Miss Rebels, Ole Miss Rebels football
- Owner: University of Mississippi
Fan Guide · Ole Miss Rebels
Vaught-Hemingway and the Grove
Vaught-Hemingway Stadium is the home of the Ole Miss Rebels, but the main event might be next door: the Grove, ten acres of oak-shaded tailgating in chandeliers and Sunday best that's widely called the most beautiful tailgate in college football.
Oxford is a charming literary Mississippi town — Faulkner's home — with a lively square.
Below are the Oxford stays, restaurants and bars fans use for an Ole Miss game day.
Fan tip: The Grove is the experience — tailgates set with chandeliers and silver; dress up and arrive early.
Where Fans Stay, Eat & Drink near Vaught-Hemingway Stadium
All Oxford hotspots →Hotels, bars, restaurants and things to do near Vaught-Hemingway Stadium in Oxford — every pick web-researched and source-cited, closest to the stadium first.
Where to Stay
Bars & Pubs
Restaurants
Fan Eats
Ajax Diner
Beloved Southern comfort food restaurant on The Square in Oxford. Meat-and-three plates, sweet tea, and a packed house on gameday make it the quintessential Ole Miss dining experience.
Fan Eats
City Grocery
James Beard Award-winning chef John Currence's flagship restaurant on The Square. City Grocery elevated Oxford's food scene to national prominence.
Things to Do
Attraction
Rowan Oak (Faulkner Home)
William Faulkner's historic home and grounds, now a museum celebrating the Nobel Prize-winning author. A unique cultural experience that gives Oxford its literary soul beyond football.
Things to Do
The Grove Tailgating Experience
The Grove at Ole Miss is widely considered the finest tailgating experience in all of college football. Ten acres of stately oaks where fans set up elaborate tents with chandeliers, silver, and fine china.
Attraction
The Lyric Oxford
Beautifully restored historic theatre hosting live music, comedy, and events. Oxford's premier entertainment venue beyond The Square bar scene.
Things to Do
The Grove at Ole Miss
Experience the most refined tailgate in college football at The Grove, a 10-acre tree-shaded park in the center of Ole Miss's campus where fans set up chandeliers, fine china, and elaborate tent setups hours before kickoff. After the party, walk to Vaught-Hemingway Stadium to see the Rebels play in one of the SEC's most charming settings.
Plan Your Trip to Vaught-Hemingway Stadium
Vaught-Hemingway Stadium in Oxford is tracked across 0 events and seats 64,038 fans. Here's how fans build a trip around it:
- Anchor Event: Use the event cards below to select your next anchor date.
- Post-Event Path: Continue into Oxford and Oxford hotspots for food, bars, and stay options.
Sources & References
Structured facts on this page (capacity, opening year, architect, ownership) are compiled from public reference databases and verified against venue coordinates.
Frequently Asked Questions About Vaught-Hemingway Stadium
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Vaught-Hemingway Stadium has a capacity of 64,038 people.
Vaught-Hemingway Stadium opened in 1915.
Ole Miss Rebels, Ole Miss Rebels football play home games at Vaught-Hemingway Stadium in Oxford.
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