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Wildcats' Tiny Stadium Drives Up Ticket Prices Dramatically
17 Sep
Summary
- Colorado game tickets cost $153 due to small stadium capacity.
- Martin Stadium holds only 12,000 fans, impacting ticket availability.
- This is the final game at the temporary lakefront Martin Stadium.
Ticket prices for the upcoming Colorado Buffaloes vs. Northwestern Wildcats football game have reached $153 due to the extremely limited seating at Martin Stadium. This temporary venue, with a capacity of only 12,000 spectators, is hosting its final game this Saturday. The scarcity of seats for this nonconference matchup is a primary driver of the high ticket cost.
Colorado's popularity, demonstrated by their nearly 50,000 attendees for their home opener, creates significant demand that Martin Stadium's small capacity cannot meet. This contrasts sharply with the Wildcats' move to the new Ryan Field for their remaining five home games, which offer greater capacity. The $153 price point is notable when compared to tickets for future games at Ryan Field, such as Penn State at $213 and Iowa at $199.
The game, scheduled for 6:30 p.m. CT and broadcast nationally on FOX, also features the intrigue of Colorado's undefeated coach Deion Sanders and a team fresh off a strong offensive performance. This confluence of factors—the historic final game at Martin Stadium, Colorado's visiting team appeal, and market scarcity—culminates in the elevated ticket prices.
