LSU Tigers Football: History & Traditions

LSU Tigers football has represented Louisiana State University since 1893 and has claimed national championships in 1958, 2003, 2007, 2019, and 2020, cementing itself as one of the sport's premier programs. Entering 2026, the Tigers begin a new chapter under head coach Lane Kiffin, who takes over a program built around one of the most electric home environments in college football.

Tiger Stadium is known nationwide as "Death Valley," famous for night games where the crowd noise has been recorded registering on seismographs at nearby LSU geology labs — a phenomenon fans still reference as "earthquake games." Before kickoff, Mike the Tiger, LSU's live tiger mascot, is rolled past the visiting locker room in his cage, a tradition unique to LSU football. The band's rendition of "Hold That Tiger" and the pregame chant of fans throughout Baton Rouge give Saturday nights in Death Valley a reputation as one of the loudest atmospheres in the sport.

Ticket Types & Seating Guide at Tiger Stadium

Tiger Stadium seats over 102,000 fans, and knowing the layout makes a real difference in choosing the right ticket.

• Sections 100-106 (Home Sideline) — lower level seating on the LSU side, closest to the Tigers' bench.
• Sections 300-306 (Visitor Sideline) — lower level seating on the away side, closest to the visiting team's bench.
• Section 103 (50-Yard Line, Home Side) — the premium midfield sightline on the LSU sideline.
• Section 303 (50-Yard Line, Visitor Side) — the premium midfield sightline on the visiting team's sideline.
• Sections 401-421 (South End Zone) — budget-friendly seating with a straight-on view of scoring plays.
• Sections 209-240 (North End Zone) — the opposite end zone, mirroring the south side layout.
• 600 Level (Upper Deck) — the highest seating in the stadium, offering a full view of the field.

Compare all available sections and price points for each 2026 matchup directly on this page, and use the seat view tool to see the actual sightline from any section before you buy.

Rivalry Games to Watch in 2026

LSU's 2026 schedule brings back several of its longest-standing SEC West rivalries under the conference's new scheduling format. The Tigers host Alabama at Tiger Stadium on November 7 and travel to Arkansas to close the regular season on November 28, while an early road trip to Ole Miss on September 19 marks Lane Kiffin's first return to Oxford as LSU's head coach.

Getting to Tiger Stadium

Tiger Stadium sits on the LSU campus in Baton Rouge, and traffic tightens considerably in the hours before kickoff, especially for night games. Parking passes for LSU home games are available on SOLDOUT.COM — browse Tiger Stadium parking lots alongside game tickets so you can lock in a spot before arriving rather than searching on game day.

Game Day Tips

• Arrive early for night games. Death Valley's evening kickoffs against Alabama and Texas draw some of the largest crowds of the season.
• Plan parking ahead of time. Lots near Tiger Stadium sell out fastest for the biggest SEC matchups.
• Check the forecast. September and October kickoffs in Baton Rouge can run hot and humid; late-November games are milder.
• Preview your seat. Use the seat view tool to check sightlines from any section before you buy, especially in the upper deck.
• Know your section before you go. Sideline, end zone, and upper deck sections all offer very different atmospheres and price points.

Frequently Asked Questions

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