Fan Stay
The Nittany Lion Inn
The iconic Penn State hotel on campus, steeped in tradition since 1931. Walking distance to Beaver Stadium and the heart of Penn State's gameday experience.
stadium
Beaver Stadium
State College, PA · Capacity: 106,572
About Beaver Stadium
Home of the Penn State Nittany Lions with a capacity of 106,572. The White Out games — where 100,000+ fans wear all white — create one of the most visually stunning and intimidating atmospheres in all of sports.
- Opened: 1960
- Capacity: 106,572
- Operator: Pennsylvania State University
- Home teams: Penn State Nittany Lions football, Penn State Nittany Lions
- Owner: Pennsylvania State University
- Official site: gopsusports.com/sports/2018/8/8/facilities-beaver-stadium-html.aspx
Fan Guide · Penn State Nittany Lions
Beaver Stadium and the loudest White Out in college football
Beaver Stadium holds more than 106,000, and for Penn State's signature “White Out” game the entire bowl dresses in white to create one of the most intimidating atmospheres in American sport. It has been the Nittany Lions' home in Happy Valley since 1960, expanded over the decades into a true colossus.
State College is a college town in the truest sense — remote, devoted and entirely organized around autumn Saturdays, with a tailgate scene that starts at dawn.
Below are the State College stays, restaurants and bars fans use for a Beaver Stadium weekend.
Fan tip: Aim for a night White Out if you can — and arrive hours early, because the tailgate is half the experience.
Where Fans Stay, Eat & Drink near Beaver Stadium
All State College hotspots →Hotels, bars, restaurants and things to do near Beaver Stadium in State College — every pick web-researched and source-cited, closest to the stadium first.
Where to Stay
Bars & Pubs
Restaurants
Fan Eats
Allen Street Grill
Upscale American restaurant in downtown State College featuring locally sourced dishes, craft cocktails, and a rooftop patio overlooking Allen Street.
Fan Eats
The Corner Room
State College's oldest restaurant, open since 1926 and a fixture of the downtown Penn State experience. A gameday tradition for generations of Nittany Lions fans and families.
Fan Eats
The Deli Restaurant
State College's legendary deli known for massive sandwiches and a lively gameday atmosphere. A Penn State student and fan favorite for decades.
Things to Do
Attraction
Beaver Stadium White Out Experience
Attend a White Out night game at Beaver Stadium, where 106,572 fans dressed in all white create the most intimidating atmosphere in college football. The Penn State tradition has produced some of the sport's greatest upsets, and the roar of the Happy Valley crowd under the lights is a bucket-list experience for any fan.
Attraction
The Penn State Creamery
The largest university creamery in the nation, selling over 750,000 cones per year. The ice cream is legendary and the Creamery experience is a mandatory part of any Penn State visit.
Attraction
Nittany Lion Shrine
The iconic 13-ton limestone Nittany Lion sculpture on Penn State's campus — a must-visit photo spot and the most recognizable symbol of Happy Valley.
Things to Do
Penn State Berkey Creamery
No Penn State game day is complete without a stop at the Berkey Creamery, the university's legendary ice cream shop that serves over 750,000 visitors annually. Try the signature WPSU Coffee Break or Peachy Paterno flavors — the creamery has been producing ice cream since 1896 and is consistently ranked among the best in America.
Things to Do
Penn State White Out Experience
Penn State's legendary White Out — where 106,000+ fans wear all white — creates the most visually stunning atmosphere in college football. The student section's intensity is unmatched in all of sports.
Plan Your Trip to Beaver Stadium
Beaver Stadium in State College is tracked across 0 events and seats 106,572 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 State College and State College 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 Beaver Stadium
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Beaver Stadium has a capacity of 106,572 people.
Beaver Stadium opened in 1960.
Penn State Nittany Lions football, Penn State Nittany Lions play home games at Beaver Stadium in State College.
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