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PregameIconic
Ragin' Cajun Walk
The Ragin' Cajuns arrive through cheering fans before entering Cajun Field.
7.5Passport Score
1971Opened
36,000Capacity
Open AirRoof
FieldTurfSurface
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The basics
About Cajun Field
Football stadium in Lafayette famous for Cajun culture and lively tailgates.
- Type
- stadium
- Sports
- Football
- League
- NCAAF
- Location
- Lafayette, LA
- Time zone
- America/Chicago
- Status
- active
FormerlyThe Swamp
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Landmarks, traditions & experiences
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Special EventsIconic
Mardi Gras Atmosphere
Game day incorporates Louisiana music, Cajun culture, and Mardi Gras traditions throughout the stadium.
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PerformersIconic
Cayenne
Cayenne entertains fans with Louisiana-themed traditions and celebrations.
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Special EventsIconic
Vermilion & White Out
Cajun Field becomes a sea of vermilion and white during rivalry games.
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PerformersIconic
Pride of Acadiana
The marching band performs traditional Cajun-inspired pregame music.
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Architecture
Acadiana Landscape Views
The stadium reflects the unique culture of South Louisiana.
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Architecture
Ragin' Cajuns Monument Sign
Monument sign marking Cajun Field, home of the Ragin’ Cajuns.
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Architecture
The Swamp
The famous nickname reflects the stadium's intimidating home-field atmosphere.
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History
Billy Napier
Highlights the program's rise nationally.
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History
Elijah McGuire Tribute
Honors the standout running back.
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History
Jake Delhomme
Celebrates the NFL quarterback and Louisiana legend.
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History
Louisiana Football Timeline
Showcases program history.
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History
Louisiana Ragin' Cajuns Retired Numbers
Honors Louisiana football legends.
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Experience
Cajun Cooking
Local food traditions and game-day cuisine.
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Experience
Cayenne the Cajun Chicken
The mascot experience.
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Experience
Louisiana Ragin' Cajuns Stadium Tours
Behind-the-scenes access.
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Historic Marker
Cajun Culture Plaza
Plaza celebrating Lafayette’s Cajun food, music, and gameday culture.
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Displays
Cajun Heritage
Displays of Acadiana heritage around Cajun Field.
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Historic Marker
Fleur-de-lis Plaza
Fleur-de-lis plaza welcoming fans into Cajun Field.
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Displays
Louisiana Athletics Hall of Fame
Honors Ragin’ Cajuns athletes, coaches, and contributors.
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Rituals
Pride of Acadiana Band
The Pride of Acadiana marching band is a Cajun Field gameday signature.
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Displays
Sun Belt Championships
Exhibits celebrating Louisiana’s Sun Belt championship seasons.
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Rituals
Walk of Champions
The Ragin’ Cajuns walk through Acadiana fans before kickoff at Cajun Field.
Through the years
History
Names
- Former nameThe Swamp
Home teams
- PresentLouisiana Ragin' CajunsNCAAF
Getting there
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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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