Kinnick Stadium

Kinnick Stadium is the historic home of Iowa Hawkeyes football and one of the most recognizable venues in college football. Located in Iowa City, the stadium is famed for the Iowa Wave, where 70,000 fans turn to wave at children in the neighboring Stead Family Children's Hospital. The venue creates an emotional, unifying atmosphere unique in sports. Its tradition and hospitality define Hawkeye football.

Kinnick Stadium opened in 1929 as Iowa Stadium and was renamed in 1972 to honor Nile Kinnick, the 1939 Heisman Trophy winner who died in World War II. The stadium has undergone multiple expansions and renovations. The Iowa Wave tradition began in 2017 and has become one of sports' most touching moments. Kinnick Stadium has hosted countless memorable games and remains the heart of Iowa City.