Stadium Guidelines

Staff reserve the right to remove anyone from the venue who is not abiding by the safety guidelines and plan.

WHAT FORMS OF PAYMENT DO YOU ACCEPT?

We are a cashless facility, meaning that we are unable to accept cash as a form of payment at any/all points of sale. We accept Gift Cards, Credit, Debit, Apple Pay, and Google Pay.

NOTE: For Concerts at Breese Stevens Field, the Box Office can only accept credit / debit payments for purchase of tickets. The Box Office cannot accept Apple Pay, Google Pay, or Gift Cards.

*Please note that concert artist merchandise sales are separate and may still accept cash. Other vendors at various hosted events may also accept cash.

I WANT TO ATTEND AN EVENT. IS THE EVENT RAIN OR SHINE? WILL I BE NOTIFIED OF POSTPONEMENTS? IF SO, HOW?

All events will operate under rain or shine conditions, unless stated otherwise on the event page. Umbrellas are not permitted inside the venue, at any time.  If the show is to be postponed for any reason, we will notify everyone via our Facebook page and/or by email.

HOW DO I GET TO BREESE STEVENS FIELD?

Click here for Parking Maps and Directions to Historic Breese Stevens Field

Madison Metro is launching its first ever Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) route on September 22nd! Metro Rapid Route A offers 15-minute service Monday through Friday Rapid Route A runs east/west from the Sun Prairie Park and Ride and stops just outside Gate 1 of Breese Stsvens Field.

Click here for more information about using Madison Metro’s new BRT service!

Out of consideration for our residential neighbors, parking on neighborhood streets north of East Washington Avenue is strongly discouraged.

Free on-street parking is available in non-residential areas near the Sylvee.

Please Respect Our Neighbors and Residential Areas when parking on residential streets.

Cars cannot block any part of resident driveways.

ADA parking is available on E Washington Ave.

We also recommend utilizing public transportation, BRT, taxi cabs, Uber, Lyft, or other rideshare services. For all of those who love to Bike to Breese, our indoor Bike Valet is accessible via E. Mifflin St.

WHAT SHOULD I KNOW BEFORE I ARRIVE AT BREESE STEVENS FIELD ?

• Please arrive early to allow enough time for you and your guests to move through the queue and enter the facility.

• Prior to entering the venue, guests will be searched (wand or walk through metal detection) to ensure that no restricted items enter the venue.

• We suggest you leave valuable and unnecessary items at home.

• All alcohol and narcotic laws will be strictly enforced.

• Neither smoking nor vaping is permitted anywhere inside the venue.

• We reserve the right to refuse entry to anyone.

• If you see something that concerns you, please say something to our management or security so we can ensure the best experience possible for all of our guests.

“CAN I BRING IN A BAG?” 

WHAT CAN / CAN'T I BRING IN THE VENUE?

Items NOT Allowed:

• Due to the artificial turf at BSF, neither gum, seeds, candy, peanuts, smoking tobacco or smokeless tobacco are allowed on the field or in the stadium. 

• No guns, knives, weapons, pepper spray, projectiles of any kind, or any other item that could inflict harm.

• Replica weapons ARE NOT allowed.

• Drugs, drug paraphernalia, or illegal substances of any kind ARE NOT allowed.

• Carry-in alcohol IS NOT allowed.

• Umbrellas ARE NOT allowed.

• Outside food and alcoholic beverage IS NOT allowed.

• Chairs ARE NOT allowed.

• Animals/pets ARE NOT allowed, except specifically trained service animals.

• Personal video cameras, go-pros, selfie sticks, drones, laser pointers ARE NOT allowed.

• Professional audio, video, or audio recording equipment - (including detachable lenses, tripods, zooms or commercial use rigs) IS NOT allowed.

• Poster tubes ARE NOT allowed but are subject to event manager request and venue approval.

• All alcohol and narcotic laws ARE strictly enforced.

• All bags, purses, blankets, bleacher seat backs, seat cushions, etc. will be subject to search prior to entry and all attendees will be required to go through metal detection.

• Blankets ARE NOT allowed at Concerts at Breese Stevens Field, but may be allowed at other events. Please, see event details for additional information.

• Items Allowed

• Small personal clutches, purses, fanny packs, or clear plastic/vinyl/PVC bags (up to 12” x 12” x 6”) are THE ONLY CARRY-IN BAGS ALLOWED. 

• Necessary medical bags and nursing bags (with a child) ARE allowed.

• One clear, factory sealed plastic water bottle/container up to 32 oz IS allowed. 

• Bleacher seat backs and seat cushions ARE allowed. 

• Blankets ARE allowed at some non-Concert events. Please, see event details for additional information.

• Strollers ARE permitted but MUST NOT impede the experience of others. 

WHAT'S THE DEAL WITH MOBILE TICKETS?

We are moving towards strictly digital tickets along with a lot of the entertainment industry. Each digital ticket will have a scannable barcode that can also be added to your smartphone’s wallet in advance so you don’t have to worry about poor cell service.  You can also easily transfer your tickets to friends who may not be arriving at the same time as you.  To expedite entry, please have your phone brightness turned up. 

NOTE: Your barcode includes technology to protect it, so you won’t be able to use screenshots or print outs.

I WANT TO BRING MY CHILD TO A SHOW.  DO THEY NEED A TICKET?

For Concerts at Breese Stsvens Field, children age 2 and under in arms do not need a ticket. Occasionally specific shows might have their individual policies which would supersede our venue policy.  These instances would be indicated on the ticket link.  We also strongly recommend a form of protective ear covers to protect your kiddo’s sensitive ears.

For Forward Madison FC matches at Breese Stevens Field, children ages 5 and under do not need a ticket for entry at the gates but they must sit in the lap of an accompanying adult.

DO YOU ALLOW RE-ENTRY?

Re-entry is not permitted at any Concerts at Breese Stevens Field. Also, for concerts, we will have a patio to use for smoking or fresh air, located at Gate 3.

Re-entry is permitted during Forward Madison FC matches. Fans may exit and Re-enter the stadium using the same ticket. The ticket will need to be scanned each time upon Entry AND Exit. Tickets Not scanned upon Exit will Not be able to be scanned for Re-entry. Please, see a stadium usher for assistance.

WHAT TIME DOES THE BOX OFFICE OPEN?

Box Office hours vary by event. On average, the box office will open 60-90 minutes prior to the scheduled time for gates opening.

WHERE SHOULD I PARK?

The South Livingston Street Garage is right across the street from The Sylvee at the corner of Livingston and Main Street. With over 630 spaces, 2 blocks from Historic Breese Stevens Field, $8.00 max, and open/enforced 24/7, the South Livingston Garage is the best bet for any attendees. Easy Breesey. For directions to the South Livingston Garage, please click HERE.

You can view more parking info and directions HERE. Please Respect Our Neighbors and Residential Areas when parking on residential streets. Cars cannot block any part of resident driveways.

We also recommend utilizing public transportation, taxi cabs, Uber, Lyft, or other rideshare services. For all of those who love to Bike to Breese, our Trek Bike Valet is accessible via E. Mifflin St.

I’VE ARRIVED AT BREESE STEVENS FIELD, SO HOW DO I GET IN?

The primary entrances into Breese Stevens Field will be as follows:

• GATE 1 (E. Washington Ave & N. Paterson St.) <ADA Accessible>

• GATE 4 (E. Mifflin St. & N. Paterson St.) <ADA Accessible>

• GATE 5 (E. Mifflin St, Between N. Paterson St. / N. Brearly St.)

I HAVE A GA / RESERVED CONCERT TICKET. WHAT AREAS DO I HAVE ACCESS TO?*

I HAVE A CONCERT TICKET.

WHAT AREAS DO I HAVE ACCESS TO?*

General Admission Tickets:

Access to the General Admission field area, behind the Reserved Field Seating Area(s).

Reserved Field Seating Tickets:

Sections AA-V are reserved seats on the field. Ticketholders also have access to General Admission field area, behind the Reserved Field Seating Area(s). Refer to your ticket for your section, row, and seat #.

Reserved Grandstand Tickets:

Assigned seating in the grandstand with access to General Admission field area, behind the Reserved Field Seating Area(s). Refer to your ticket for your section, row, and seat #.

*We will have a designated ADA area behind the Reserved Field Seating Area(a) with accessible seating for those in need.

Gold Ring Tickets:

Access to a premium, standing-room-only area located directly in front of the stage. The Gold Ring has two entrances/exits. All Gold Ring tickets are standing room only, unless otherwise accommodated by venue staff.

*Seating varies per show. Please, see your show-specific Know Before You Go Email for details about a particular concert.

I TOOK SOME AMAZING PHOTOS OF THE SHOW! WANT TO SEE THEM?!

ABSOLUTELY! Please Tag / Share / Like / Tweet / Check-in at any of our social media accounts!

DO YOU HAVE A LOST AND FOUND?

If you realize that you have accidentally left an item at Breese Stevens Field, please contact us at info@breesestevensfield.com and we will check to see if it was turned in. 

Items are kept in the venue for up to 2 months after the event, when any unclaimed items are then donated to local charity.