EverBank Stadium - Jacksonville Jaguars

Photos by Chris Green, Stadium Journey

Stadium Info FANFARE Score: 3.57

TIAA Bank Field 1 TIAA Bank Field Drive Jacksonville, FL 32202

Jacksonville Jaguars website

EverBank Stadium website

Year Opened: 1995

Capacity: 67,814

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A New Dawn in Duuuval!

In many ways, the Jacksonville Jaguars are a story of ups and downs. At one time, just a pop-culture reference on the NBC show “The Good Place” for their history of being bad at football, the team from North Florida now finds itself as a potential contender. Playing in front of packed crowds is once again the norm, and fan fever is at an all-time high. However, their results in the field are often mixed.

What sets the Jaguars apart, however, is their continued commitment to their fans. Known for being fan-friendly and fan-focused for many years, including during the down years, the team has continued its commitment to enhancing the fan experience in Jacksonville, even with its recent run of success.

What was once considered an average stadium now features a broad range of unique aspects that make EverBank Stadium one of the more unique and enjoyable NFL stadiums to visit in America. In addition, a massive stadium renovation project is about to kick off, including the team playing their 2027 home games at Orlando’s Camping World Stadium, while the Jags home stadium is updated.

Indeed, one may also scoff at Jacksonville’s place as an NFL hotbed for fans, but the Jaguars faithful are starting to slowly turn that opinion around. And while success leads to more butts in seats, a consistently impressive game day experience has helped keep those butts in seats for more and more games as time has gone by.

Food & Beverage 3

The food options at EverBank Stadium are pretty standard for a professional sports stadium when it comes to prices. What may set the food and beverage experience apart here, however, is the sheer variety of options; some of the most popular are Mrs. Field’s, Auntie Anne’s, and Carvel Ice Cream. For burgers, the 904 Prime Burger location and the new Red Zone Burger are your go-to spots.

Tailgate Grill’s three locations feature corn dog baskets and loaded tater tots, while taco fans can get their Mexican food fill at Tostitos Taqueria and Walking Tacos locations. Other options include pizza, BBQ, and even quesadillas at the Yucatan Guacamole Cantina.

Atmosphere 4

EverBank Stadium debuted in 1995 and features a popular late-90s unfinished industrial vibe with lots of concrete. While stadiums and arenas like Miami’s Kaseya Center feature similar aesthetics that have remained relatively untouched, Jacksonville’s stadium has seen several upgrades throughout the years, with a whole slew of updates and renovations set to kick off for a 2028 debut.

Most notable of the current updates are the fan zones in the end zone areas of the stadium – the north end zone features a VIP suite deck area that includes two pools with clear sides that look out onto the playing field. The seating also feels more intimate with just two bowl levels, instead of the multiple levels like at more modern stadiums.

Thanks to recent winning streaks, the packed crowds of loyal fans have helped as well, as EverBank Stadium rocks whenever the Jaguars score. On top of that, the team’s rallying cry of “DUUUVAL!!!” (a reference to the city’s location in Duval County, Florida) hypes the crowd before key plays. Finally, the massively expanded HD video screens behind both end zones feature game stats, replays, and information for fans that the old scoreboards couldn’t offer.

Neighborhood 3

The neighborhood immediately around EverBank Stadium is one of sports facilities and parking options; the home of the Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp is located quite literally in the parking lot of the Jaguars home stadium. Across the street, you will find Jacksonville Veterans Memorial Arena, home to both Jacksonville University athletics and the Jacksonville Icemen of the ECHL, as well as Jacksonville Sharks arena football in the spring and summer.

Also nearby is downtown Jacksonville, which offers a bounty of food and shopping options. Not too far is the Jacksonville Beach area, where visitors can dip their toes in the hot sand and warm waters of the Atlantic Ocean. That said, all those options are a short drive away, which means it may be a bit of a walk to get to them if you forgo driving.

Fans 4

The fans here are loud. Also, EverBank Stadium sees some of the NFL’s key demographics swell in attendance as well, with young fans and women making up a large contingent of the fans in attendance.

In addition, families are also taking advantage of the Jags being the 5th lowest average ticket cost in the NFL, with many younger fans coming with their parents for some Sunday football. You can rest assured the NFL experience is alive and well in Jacksonville’s fan base.

Access 3

EverBank Stadium is inherently very easy to find and get to. Located just across the St. John’s River from I-95 and just off US-1 alternate 228 and Martin Luther King Jr. Parkway, the stadium rises from the river’s shores. However, navigating the area is tricky, as the closest bridges are all a few lanes too small for game day crowds – traffic backs up easily and heavily in the area before and after games when fans pack the small streets in and around the Jags’ home.

Return on Investment 3

Tickets to NFL games already carry a larger price than most sporting events, but Jaguars games are relatively affordable compared to other teams. Tickets in the upper deck corners start at $65, with upper-level sidelines going for $77. Corner seats in the middle level start at $104 and go up from there, with sidelines at $350. End zone seating ranges from $103 to $179.

Lower-level seats start at $150 and can go upwards of $450 depending on where you want to sit and how low you want to go. Parking may cost you as well, as all Jaguars parking passes are sold out ahead of the season kicking off. Secondary market passes are your best bet, as are the numerous cash lots around EverBank Stadium.

Extras 5

During the game, the stadium honors local first responders and military members. Jacksonville is a big military city, especially with a large US Navy and US Coast Guard presence. The Jaguars also frequently have military flyovers before kickoff.

During the break between the third and fourth quarters, the team also honors an active-duty serviceman/servicewoman who has been recognized for an act of valor, or who recently returned from a deployment, by having them ring the Navy Mutual Bell. Located on the end zone mezzanine overlooking the field, the bell tolls and signals fans to rally behind the Jaguars heading into the final quarter.

In addition, there are cooling stations throughout EverBank Stadium for fans that offer somewhere to sit and cool off on hot Florida game days; some of these include large bendy-buses with air conditioning on full blast. Furthermore, outside the main entrance on the west side of the stadium sits a massive Jaguar statue that fans can take photos of.

On the same side of EverBank Stadium as the statue sits the Veterans Memorial Wall. Dedicated in 1995, this memorial honors more than 1,500 Jacksonville area veterans and war heroes from all six service branches (Army, Air Force, Coast Guard, Navy, Marines, and Merchant Marines).

Finally, during the pre-game ceremonies, Jaxson de Ville (the team’s mascot) performs stunts like zip-lining into EverBank Stadium from the top of the lighting towers, thrilling fans and getting everyone into the mood for exciting football.

Final Thoughts

With continued local investment from the team’s ownership and the potential continued success of the team in Jacksonville, the future looks bright for the Jaguars and their loyal fans. This is a game day experience that many visiting fans find impressive upon their arrival, and for good reason. The Jaguars consistently produce a solid fan experience all around and have given fans good reason to be excited about the future. And with new renovations on the horizon, the game day experience is sure to be a memorable one for fans for years to come.