Madison, WI · Capacity: 80,321
Home of the Wisconsin Badgers with a capacity of 80,321. The Jump Around tradition between the third and fourth quarters, when the entire student section jumps to House of Pain, literally registers on seismographs.
Camp Randall Stadium — built on a former Civil War training camp — is home to the Wisconsin Badgers and the “Jump Around” tradition, when the whole student section bounces in unison between the third and fourth quarters and the old stadium shakes.
Madison is one of the great college towns, ringed by lakes with State Street running to the capitol.
Below are the Madison stays, restaurants and bars fans use for a Camp Randall game day.
Hotels, bars, restaurants and things to do near Camp Randall Stadium in Madison — every pick web-researched and source-cited, closest to the stadium first.
A sleek modern hotel on Capitol Square with lake views and walkable access to State Street's dining and nightlife. Badgers football fans and visiting college sports supporters enjoy a central Madison base steps from Camp Randall shuttle routes.
Contemporary boutique hotel on Capitol Square with locally inspired design and a vibrant lobby bar. Badgers fans enjoy its prime State Street location for walking to Camp Randall Stadium and Madison's legendary college bar scene.
Iconic lakefront hotel on Lake Mendota with a live music venue and stunning terrace overlooking the water. Wisconsin Badgers fans celebrate game-day victories here with craft cocktails and sunset views over Madison's picturesque isthmus.
A playful college-themed boutique hotel on the shores of Lake Mendota, steps from State Street and the University of Wisconsin campus. Badgers football fans make this their gameday headquarters — the lobby fills with red on Saturdays before the walk to Camp Randall Stadium.
Gib's Bar is a no-frills dive bar steps from Camp Randall Stadium that has been fueling Wisconsin Badgers pregame rituals for generations. On football Saturdays, the crowd spills onto the sidewalk as students, alumni, and visiting fans pack in for cheap drinks and maximum Badger spirit.
Award-winning brewpub on Madison's Capitol Square, brewing craft beers since 1994 in a beautifully restored historic building. Features pub fare, billiards, and a lively atmosphere — a Madison institution.
Fantasy and RPG-themed craft brewery with creative beer names and a spacious taproom featuring board games and food trucks. Wisconsin Badgers fans make this east-side brewery a gameday tradition, pairing award-winning Fantasy Factory IPA with Big Ten football Saturdays.
The Memorial Union Terrace on Lake Mendota's shore is arguably America's finest university outdoor bar — a sprawling lakeside terrace of sun-burst chairs where Wisconsin Badgers fans, visiting sports tourists, and UW students drink cheap Spotted Cow and Old Fashioneds while watching sailboats on the lake between acts at the free summer concert series. Open to the public and operating continuously since 1928, the Terrace captures Madison's unique ability to be a world-class sports town and an idyllic college town simultaneously. On football Saturdays in October, the Terrace with the lake glittering and 80,000 Badger fans heading to Camp Randall is one of college football's most beautiful scenes.
Mickey's Tavern is a beloved Madison neighborhood bar and Badgers fan institution on Williamson Street, offering a welcoming dive bar atmosphere far from the rowdier State Street scene. The jukebox, pool tables, and honest beer prices attract a mix of students, locals, and returning alumni who pack in for Badgers games. It's the kind of bar where regulars greet each other by name and Badgers wins are celebrated with genuine joy.
Legendary dive bar on Madison's Capitol Square, a favorite of University of Wisconsin students and locals for decades. Known for cheap drinks, a jukebox, and an unpretentious atmosphere.
Farm-to-table restaurant on Madison's Capitol Square offering seasonal American cuisine crafted from Wisconsin-sourced ingredients. Features a curated cocktail and wine program in an elegant but approachable setting.
Ian's Pizza on State Street is a Madison institution famous for its creative by-the-slice menu including mac and cheese pizza, a beloved late-night and game-day staple for Badgers fans of all ages. The casual counter-service setup makes it easy to grab a slice on the go during a full day of Badgers football activities. Whether it's a pregame slice or a 2am postgame victory celebration, Ian's is always there for Wisconsin fans.
A charming French bistro on the shores of Lake Monona serving moules-frites and steak tartare with Wisconsin cheeses. Badgers fans and visiting tailgaters celebrate game-day weekends here with lakeside views and hearty continental fare.
Capitol Square burger joint beloved by UW-Madison students and Badgers fans for creative gourmet burgers and Wisconsin cheese curds. On football Saturdays, the line wraps around the block as fans fuel up before heading to Camp Randall Stadium for Big Ten action.
A Capitol Square institution celebrating Wisconsin's supper club tradition with legendary cheese curds, Friday fish fry, and an all-Wisconsin beer list. Before and after Badgers games at Camp Randall, the bar is packed with fans in red — and the brandy old fashioned is mandatory.
One of the Big Ten's most storied stadiums, Camp Randall Stadium roars with 80,000 Wisconsin Badger faithful and features the legendary 'Jump Around' tradition between the third and fourth quarters that causes the stadium to physically sway. Wisconsin football games are among college football's most exuberant and welcoming fan experiences in the country.
Camp Randall Stadium is one of college football's most historic venues, a Civil War training ground turned Big Ten cathedral where the Wisconsin Badgers have played since 1895. The famous Fifth Quarter postgame celebration — where the entire stadium stays to dance to 'Jump Around' with the band — is one of college football's most beloved traditions. A fall game at Camp Randall, with the Badger faithful in cardinal red and the post-game Jump Around, is a quintessential Big Ten college football experience.
Free art museum at the University of Wisconsin-Madison featuring over 23,000 works spanning ancient to contemporary art. Includes European, American, and Asian collections in a striking modern building.
Home of the Wisconsin Badgers basketball program, the Kohl Center creates one of the Big Ten's more hostile home environments, with a packed student section and a fanbase that prides itself on making things difficult for visiting opponents. The arena also hosts major concerts and serves as a hub for Madison's entertainment calendar.
The Kohl Center is the beating heart of Wisconsin Badger fandom — a 17,000-seat arena where hockey and basketball games sell out instantly, the student section 'Grateful Red' creates seismic noise, and the post-game walk through the Willy Street neighborhood is lined with fans in cardinal red. Badger hockey games here are widely considered the best college hockey atmosphere in the Big Ten.
Beautiful 16-acre botanical garden on Madison's east side featuring themed gardens, a stunning glass pyramid conservatory with tropical plants, and seasonal events. Free admission to outdoor gardens.
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Camp Randall Stadium has a capacity of 80,321 people.
Camp Randall Stadium opened in 1917. It was designed by Arthur Peabody.
Wisconsin Badgers plays home games at Camp Randall Stadium in Madison.
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