Drake Stadium
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Drake Stadium is a central sports landmark on the university’s Des Moines campus.
Its track hosts the Drake Relays, while the infield and surrounding stands also support football and other announced athletic events.
The photograph shows the actual stadium during an earlier event. Choose a competition from the current university calendar and confirm tickets, seating and campus parking before travelling. Security rules cover bags and prohibited items, and re-entry restrictions may apply. Access to the track and playing field is separate from spectator admission. Nearby indoor athletics venues have their own event and entry arrangements.
Visitor details reviewed October 26, 2026. Check official visitor information for current access, admission, and operating arrangements. View on OpenStreetMap.
Image credit: U.S. Navy photo by James Woods / Wikimedia Commons. Original source. Public domain. Resized and converted to WebP; may be cropped for display.
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