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PregameIconic
Clemson Gathering at the Paw
After victories, fans flood the field to gather at midfield's Tiger Paw with players and coaches.
4.9Passport Score
1942Opened
81,500Capacity
Open AirRoof
Natural GrassSurface
4Check-ins
The basics
About Clemson Memorial Stadium
Legendary Clemson football stadium known for “Running Down the Hill” traditions.
- Type
- stadium
- Sports
- Football
- League
- NCAAF
- Nicknames
- Death Valley
- Location
- Clemson, SC
- Time zone
- America/New York
- Status
- active
FormerlyDeath Valley
Rated by fans
How fans rate it
4.9Passport Score
1 fan ratings · 4 check-ins
Atmosphere8.3
Attractions5.2
Access6.5
Concessions3.2
Neighborhood3.5
Facility2.9
Don’t miss
Landmarks, traditions & experiences
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Songs & MusicIconic
Tiger Rag
The Tiger Band performs "Tiger Rag," igniting Death Valley throughout the game.
Architecture
DaboTron
DaboTron — an architectural landmark of Memorial Stadium, home of the Clemson Tigers.
Architecture
Death Valley Bowl
The iconic nickname reflects the intimidating atmosphere created by Clemson fans.
Architecture
Nieri Family Student-Athlete Enrichment Center
Nieri Family Student-Athlete Enrichment Center — an architectural landmark of Memorial Stadium, home of the Clemson Tigers.
Architecture
The Hill
The famous player entrance where the team runs down the hill before games.
History
Clemson Ring of Honor
Honors Tigers legends, players, coaches, and contributors.
History
Historic Memorial Stadium Gates
Historic Memorial Stadium Gates — a landmark celebrating Clemson Tigers history at Memorial Stadium.
History
Howard’s Rock Pedestal
Howard’s Rock Pedestal — a landmark celebrating Clemson Tigers history at Memorial Stadium.
History
Memorial Stadium “Death Valley”
Memorial Stadium “Death Valley” — a landmark celebrating Clemson Tigers history at Memorial Stadium.
History
Scroll of Honor Engraved Stones
Scroll of Honor Engraved Stones — a landmark celebrating Clemson Tigers history at Memorial Stadium.
History
Scroll of Honor Tiger Statues
Scroll of Honor Tiger Statues — a landmark celebrating Clemson Tigers history at Memorial Stadium.
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Displays
Clemson Hall of Fame
Honors Tigers athletes, coaches, and contributors.
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Statue
Frank Howard Statue
Statue of coach Frank Howard, the Death Valley architect whose rock started Clemson’s signature entrance.
Historic Marker
Howard's Rock
The white flint rock players rub before running down the hill — one of college football’s most famous landmarks.
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Historic Marker
IPTAY Plaza
Plaza celebrating IPTAY, Clemson’s pioneering athletic fundraising club, outside Memorial Stadium.
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Historic Marker
Military Memorial
Memorial honoring Clemson’s military heritage and those who served.
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Displays
National Championships
Trophies and exhibits from Clemson’s national championship seasons.
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Rituals
Running Down the Hill
The Tigers sprint down the hill into Death Valley — “the most exciting 25 seconds in college football.”
Historic Marker
Scroll of Honor
Memorial stones honoring Clemson alumni who died in military service.
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Rituals
Tiger Band
Clemson’s Tiger Band performs “Tiger Rag” and the Death Valley pregame show.
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Rituals
Tiger Walk
Thousands of fans line the route to welcome the Tigers before every home game.
Through the years
History
Names
- Former nameDeath Valley
Home teams
- 1942-presentClemson TigersNCAAF
Getting there
Plan your visit
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Live crowd-updated map with parking prices, gates, bars and restrooms, plus bag policy and tailgate planning.
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