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California Memorial Stadium

Berkeley · Home of 🎓 California Golden Bears

⚡ Quick answers

Who plays at California Memorial Stadium?
California Memorial Stadium in Berkeley is home to the California Golden Bears (NCAAF).
What is the closest airport to California Memorial Stadium?
Oakland (OAK) is the closest major airport, about 14 miles (23 km) from California Memorial Stadium — roughly 20 min by car depending on traffic.
How much is parking at California Memorial Stadium?
Most streets near the stadium need a residential permit and restricted zones run 8 a.m. to 11 p.m. on game days, with a $225 fine and $264 tow fee.
How do you get to California Memorial Stadium without a car?
A free UC Berkeley shuttle runs from Downtown Berkeley BART to the stadium from about 2.5 hours before kickoff until one hour after; it drops off a 5-10 minute walk away. AC Transit lines 6, 22, 27, 36, 51B, 52 and F also stop near the stadium.
Where are the best seats at California Memorial Stadium?
West side, row 35 and up (row 50+ in sections F-HH) gets the best sightlines and shade. Students fill sections R-SS on the sunnier east side with the band at the front of RR.

✈️🚗 Getting to California Memorial Stadium

Nearest major airport: Oakland (OAK) — about 14 mi / 20 min away.

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🏟️ Fan guide

Best seats

West side, row 35 and up (row 50+ in sections F-HH) gets the best sightlines and shade. Students fill sections R-SS on the sunnier east side with the band at the front of RR.

Parking

Most streets near the stadium need a residential permit and restricted zones run 8 a.m. to 11 p.m. on game days, with a $225 fine and $264 tow fee. Public parking is limited, so use transit.

Getting there

A free UC Berkeley shuttle runs from Downtown Berkeley BART to the stadium from about 2.5 hours before kickoff until one hour after; it drops off a 5-10 minute walk away. AC Transit lines 6, 22, 27, 36, 51B, 52 and F also stop near the stadium.

Bar scene

Pregame is centered on Telegraph and the Southside bars, with Henry's called Cal game-day headquarters.

Pre-game bars

  • Henry's — Berkeley staple since 1928, Cal game-day HQ
  • Raleigh's Pub — 36 craft beers on tap, Telegraph Ave
  • Berkeley Freehouse — Craft beer, sunny patio, pool games

Insider tips

  • East side is backless benches
  • No parking in permit zones: $225
  • Take BART plus shuttle

🧳 Visiting California Memorial Stadium as an away fan

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