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Crowd ChantsIconic
Gator Chomp
Fans perform the synchronized Gator Chomp throughout games, creating one of college football's most recognizable fan traditions.
stadium · Gainesville, FL
Steve Spurrier-Florida Field at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium
“The Swamp”
7.8Passport Score
1930Opened
88,548Capacity
Open AirRoof
Natural GrassSurface
7Check-ins
The basics
About Steve Spurrier-Florida Field at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium
Legendary SEC football stadium nicknamed “The Swamp,” known for intense game-day atmosphere.
- Type
- stadium
- Sports
- Football
- League
- NCAAF
- Nicknames
- The Swamp
- Location
- Gainesville, FL
- Time zone
- America/New York
- Status
- active
FormerlyFlorida Field
Rated by fans
How fans rate it
7.8Passport Score
3 fan ratings · 7 check-ins
Atmosphere8.3
Attractions8.3
Access7.2
Concessions6.7
Neighborhood8.7
Facility7.7
Don’t miss
Landmarks, traditions & experiences
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IntroductionsIconic
Gators Run Through the Gator Head
Watch the Gators run through the gator-head tunnel and onto the field.
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RitualsIconic
Mr. Two Bits
A designated "Mr. Two Bits" leads the stadium in the famous pregame cheer before kickoff.
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Songs & MusicIconic
Tom Petty's "I Won't Back Down"
Sing along when Tom Petty’s anthem hits before the team takes the field — a Swamp staple.
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Crowd ChantsIconic
We Are the Boys
During the fourth quarter, fans arm-in-arm sing "We Are the Boys from Old Florida."
Architecture
Ben Hill Griffin Stadium
Home of the Florida Gators — The Swamp, where 90,000 fans make one of college football’s most intimidating environments.
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Architecture
Heavener Football Complex
Florida’s football operations building adjacent to The Swamp, with heritage displays and the program’s home base.
Architecture
Heisman Trophy Plaza
Plaza celebrating Florida’s Heisman winners — a monument to Gator greatness outside The Swamp.
Architecture
The Swamp Signage
The Swamp — Florida’s famous stadium identity, plastered across the gates and walls of Ben Hill Griffin.
History
Danny Wuerffel Statue
Commemorates Danny Wuerffel — Heisman Trophy winner and quarterback of Florida’s 1996 national championship team.
History
Ring of Honor
Ring of Honor displays celebrating the greatest names in Florida Gator football history.
History
SEC Championship Recognition
Recognition of Florida’s SEC championships — banners and displays that tell the story of Gator dominance.
History
Tim Tebow Statue
Honors Tim Tebow — Heisman winner, national champion, and the face of modern Gator football.
Statue
Albert & Alberta
Albert and Alberta — Florida’s beloved gator mascots and the smiling face of Swamp gameday.
Historic Marker
Bull Gator Statue
The Bull Gator statue — a fierce symbol of Florida Gator pride and a classic Swamp photo stop.
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Displays
Florida Football Hall of Fame
Hall honoring Gator football greats at The Swamp and the Heavener Football Complex.
Rituals
Gator Walk
Gator Walk — the player entrance through a gauntlet of orange and blue as Florida takes the field.
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Statue
Mr. Two Bits Statue
Tribute to George Edmondson, the legendary Mr. Two Bits who led the two-bits cheer for decades.
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Displays
National Championships
Hardware and exhibits celebrating Florida’s national titles at The Swamp.
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Rituals
Pride of the Sunshine
Florida’s marching band — a Swamp staple from pregame through the Gator Chomp.
Statue
Steve Spurrier Statue
Statue of Steve Spurrier — the Head Ball Coach who brought Florida its first national championship and Fun ’n’ Gun glory.
Through the years
History
Names
- Former nameFlorida Field
Home teams
- 1930-presentFlorida GatorsNCAAF
Getting there
Plan your visit
Game Day in the app
Live crowd-updated map with parking prices, gates, bars and restrooms, plus bag policy and tailgate planning.
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Fan reviews
10.02026-08
Plenty of place to park, tailgate, and walk in
7.82026-06
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