Ben Hill Griffin Stadium
Gainesville, FL
157 Gale Lemerand Drive 32611
VENUE GUIDE
Ben Hill Griffin Stadium
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Upcoming games, concerts, shows & live events
Before & After
Venue Details
STAY NEAR THE ACTION
Stay Near Ben Hill Griffin Stadium
Make the event easier by staying close to Ben Hill Griffin Stadium and the surrounding Gainesville area. Compare nearby options for the night before, the night of, or after your event.
Reitz Union Hotel
0.3 mi from the venue • Google rating 4.5 (1,251 reviews)
AC Hotel Gainesville Downtown
0.5 mi from the venue • Google rating 4.3 (583 reviews)
Holiday Inn Gainesville-University Ctr by IHG
0.6 mi from the venue • Google rating 4.0 (1,403 reviews)
Hotel Eleo
1.1 mi from the venue • Google rating 4.6 (707 reviews)
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VENUE & SURROUNDING AREA
About Ben Hill Griffin Stadium & the Area
Ben Hill Griffin Stadium is an event venue in Gainesville, FL. Use this venue guide to plan where to stay, what to do before and after the event, and how the venue connects with the surrounding event destination.
BEFORE THE EVENT
Your Opening Act
Ideas near Ben Hill Griffin Stadium for late morning, lunch, the afternoon and the hours leading up to your event.
Restaurants
Pokébowl Station
0.2 mi from the venue
Grab a bite before heading to Ben Hill Griffin Stadium.
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (313 reviews)
The Spot
0.2 mi from the venue
Make this a food stop before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.6 (326 reviews)
Vietnamese Grille
0.2 mi from the venue
Grab a bite before heading to Ben Hill Griffin Stadium.
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (418 reviews)
Italian Gator Pizza
0.2 mi from the venue
Food within easy reach of Ben Hill Griffin Stadium.
Google Maps rating: 4.5 (146 reviews)
Jimmy John's
0.2 mi from the venue
Food within easy reach of Ben Hill Griffin Stadium.
Google Maps rating: 3.6 (167 reviews)
Gator Corner Dining Center
0.2 mi from the venue
Food within easy reach of Ben Hill Griffin Stadium.
Google Maps rating: 3.9 (500 reviews)
Eye-Openers & Cocktails
Balls
0.2 mi from the venue
Start the event day with a nearby drinks stop.
Google Maps rating: 4.1 (119 reviews)
Salty Dog Saloon
0.2 mi from the venue
A nearby stop for drinks before the event.
Google Maps rating: 3.9 (231 reviews)
Coffee & Cafes
Starbucks Coffee Company
0.3 mi from the venue
Coffee and a quick break before the event.
Google Maps rating: 3.8 (136 reviews)
Pascal's Coffeehouse
0.4 mi from the venue
Coffee near Ben Hill Griffin Stadium for your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.6 (358 reviews)
Dunkin'
0.5 mi from the venue
Coffee near Ben Hill Griffin Stadium for your event day.
Google Maps rating: 3.8 (215 reviews)
Concord Coffee
0.5 mi from the venue
A nearby coffee stop for your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.2 (96 reviews)
Opus Coffee - The Row
0.6 mi from the venue
A nearby coffee stop for your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.0 (21 reviews)
Foxtail Coffee & Kelly's Ice Cream - The Hub
0.6 mi from the venue
Coffee near Ben Hill Griffin Stadium for your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.7 (31 reviews)
Museums
Cade Museum for Creativity & Invention
1.5 mi from the venue
Spend part of the day exploring before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.6 (748 reviews)
Theatre of Memory
1.6 mi from the venue
Spend part of the day exploring before the event.
Google Maps rating: 5.0 (38 reviews)
Attractions
Lake Alice Field
0.7 mi from the venue
Explore this attraction before heading to Ben Hill Griffin Stadium.
Google Maps rating: 4.6 (48 reviews)
UF Bat Houses
1.0 mi from the venue
Add this nearby stop to your pre-event plans.
Google Maps rating: 4.8 (1,145 reviews)
Loblolly Woods Nature Park
1.4 mi from the venue
Add this nearby stop to your pre-event plans.
Google Maps rating: 4.6 (827 reviews)
Albert Ray Massey (Westside) Park
1.5 mi from the venue
Explore this attraction before heading to Ben Hill Griffin Stadium.
Google Maps rating: 4.7 (731 reviews)
Shopping
Westgate Regency Shopping Center
1.5 mi from the venue
Browse nearby shops before heading to Ben Hill Griffin Stadium.
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (587 reviews)
Gainesville Shopping Center
1.6 mi from the venue
A nearby shopping stop for your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.2 (1,083 reviews)
Creekside Mall
1.6 mi from the venue
Fit in some shopping before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (229 reviews)
Colonial Square
1.8 mi from the venue
Shop nearby before heading to the venue.
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (65 reviews)
Gainesville Plaza
1.9 mi from the venue
A nearby shopping stop for your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.3 (1,461 reviews)
Northgate Shopping Center
1.9 mi from the venue
Fit in some shopping before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.2 (236 reviews)
AFTER THE EVENT
Your Encore
Evening and post-event options near Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. Hours can vary by day, so confirm current hours for your event date.
Restaurants
Pokébowl Station
0.2 mi from the venue
Food near Ben Hill Griffin Stadium for after the show or game.
Today: 10:30 AM – 10:00 PM
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (313 reviews)
Vietnamese Grille
0.2 mi from the venue
Keep the night going with a meal after the event.
Today: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (418 reviews)
Italian Gator Pizza
0.2 mi from the venue
A nearby option for a post-event meal.
Today: Closed
Google Maps rating: 4.5 (146 reviews)
Jimmy John's
0.2 mi from the venue
Grab a bite after the event at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium.
Today: 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Google Maps rating: 3.6 (167 reviews)
Gator Corner Dining Center
0.2 mi from the venue
Food near Ben Hill Griffin Stadium for after the show or game.
Today: 7:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Google Maps rating: 3.9 (500 reviews)
MacDinton's GNV
0.2 mi from the venue
Grab a bite after the event at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium.
Today: Closed
Google Maps rating: 3.7 (1,205 reviews)
Bars & Nightlife
Balls
0.2 mi from the venue
A nearby post-event stop for drinks.
Today: 8:00 PM – 2:00 AM
Google Maps rating: 4.1 (119 reviews)
Salty Dog Saloon
0.2 mi from the venue
Drinks near Ben Hill Griffin Stadium after the show or game.
Today: 4:00 PM – 1:45 AM
Google Maps rating: 3.9 (231 reviews)
Getting to Ben Hill Griffin Stadium
Parking
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Rideshare
Uber, Lyft and local taxi service are common transportation options for visitors to Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, FL. Event-day pickup and drop-off restrictions may apply, so check your rideshare app for the current designated location and instructions.
Transit
Regional Transit • Regional Transit System (RTS) serves Gainesville, FL. Check the agency for current routes, schedules and event-day service near Ben Hill Griffin Stadium.
Valet
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Parking & Event-Day Details
PARKING PRICES
Rates Can Change by Event
Ben Hill Griffin Stadium hosts major game-day and event traffic. Official lots, prepaid passes, opening times, ADA parking and road restrictions can vary by team, opponent or event. Check the venue's official event guide and your ticket/parking instructions before arrival.
TAILGATING
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Tailgating, grilling, alcohol and parking-lot gathering rules at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium have not been venue-verified. Policies can differ by team and event. Check the venue's official event-day rules before arrival.
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