Venue · Birmingham, AL

Protective Stadium Events & Tickets

Protective Stadium in Birmingham, AL has 5 upcoming events. Browse the full calendar below, with dates, times and official ticket links.

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Nov7Sat
UAB Blazers Football vs. Charlotte 49ers Football
Time TBA
Tickets
Nov21Sat
UAB Blazers Football vs. UTSA Roadrunners Football
Time TBA
Tickets
Dec29Tue
Birmingham Bowl
1:00 PM
Tickets
Apr3Sat
Monster Jam
5:00 PM
Tickets
Apr4Sun
Monster Jam
3:00 PM
Tickets

About Protective Stadium

Protective Stadium is an outdoor multi-purpose stadium located in downtown Birmingham, Alabama, United States. It is owned and operated by the Birmingham-Jefferson Civic Center Authority (BJCC). The stadium officially opened in 2021 and is named for Protective Life, a financial services holding company based in Birmingham, under a 15-year naming rights agreement worth $1 million annually.

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Getting there

🚉 Public transport

Greyhound Bus TerminalBus station970 m · 16 min walk

🅿️ Parking

Multi-storey car park280 m · 5 min walk
Multi-storey car park590 m · 10 min walk
Parking GarageMulti-storey car park770 m · 12 min walk
Multi-storey car park780 m · 13 min walk

Distances are measured in a straight line from the venue; walking times are estimates. Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors

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🍽️ Eat & drink nearby

The Southern Kitchen & BarRestaurant110 m · 2 min walk
Cantina LaredoRestaurant · mexican140 m · 2 min walk
Mugshots Grill & BarRestaurant · american170 m · 3 min walk
Texas de BrazilRestaurant · steak house200 m · 3 min walk
Juniper at the MuseumCafé650 m · 10 min walk

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Venue facts

Type: Stadium
Opened: 2021
Capacity: 47,100
Home of: UAB Blazers football
Official website: protectivestadium.com ↗

Venue information

Address: 1020 24TH Street North, Birmingham, AL, 35203
Box office hours: The BJCC Central Ticket Office is open Monday through Friday 9:00am to 4:00pm CT. The Central Ticket Office is located at Legacy Arena, Entry A 1898 9th Ave North, Birmingham, AL 35203. The Protective Stadium Box Offices located at the South Gate and Northeast Gate are only open the day of the event. Hours vary based on the event. To inquire about the hours for a specific event, please contact cto@bjcc.org.
Will call: Will Call is only available the day of the event at the Protective Stadium Box Office located at the South Gate. Hours vary based on the event. To inquire about the hours for a specific event, please contact cto@bjcc.org. When using Will Call, please bring a picture ID, the actual credit card used to purchase the tickets, and your order number.

Know before you go

Parking: Visit https://protectivestadium.com/directions-and-parking/ for a printable map and to pre-purchase parking. Parking prices vary by event and date. We aim to make navigating the BJCC campus simple using clear directions. With various parking options for events, conventions, and meetings, planning ahead ensures a smoother arrival. Since multiple events often occur simultaneously, arrive early to avoid long parking and entry lines.
Accessibility: Accessible seating is available throughout the venue and can be purchased on Ticketmaster.com. Guests requiring accessible seating are guaranteed the ability to purchase at least one (1) companion seat. If contiguous seats have already been sold, seats as close as possible to the wheelchair seat and adjacent companion seat will be offered. If you purchased a ticket in the fixed seating area but require an accessible seat, the Ticket Office may be able to assist you by relocating your ticket to an accessible seat. Please contact the Ticket Office at CTO@bjcc.org if you have any questions or require assistance purchasing tickets. Tickets are subject to availability.
Rules: Prohibited items include, but are not limited to laser pointers, weapons, glass containers, cans, chains, outside food or beverage, professional recording devices for photography, video or audio, stools or folder chairs. See a full list of prohibited items at https://protectivestadium.com/bag-policy-and-prohibited-items/ Bags must be CLEAR plastic, vinyl or PVC and not exceed 12"x6"x12". Bags cannot be tinted with color or include oversized content that prevents visibility into the clear bag. Only non-clear bags smaller than 5"x7" will be permitted entry. The venue reserves the right to search all guests entering the arena and to refuse entry at the discretion of management. Smoking is prohibited inside Protective Stadium and only allowed in designated smoking areas outside of the building.
Children: For most events, children who have celebrated their 2nd birthday are required to have a ticket. For show specific age restrictions that may supersede our standard policy, visit www.bjcc.org/events

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Protective Stadium: FAQs

What's on at Protective Stadium?

Protective Stadium has 5 upcoming events. Next up: UAB Blazers Football vs. Charlotte 49ers Football on Saturday, November 7, 2026.

Where is Protective Stadium?

Protective Stadium is located at 1020 24TH Street North, Birmingham, AL, 35203.

How big is Protective Stadium?

Protective Stadium has a capacity of around 47,100.

Is there parking at Protective Stadium?

Visit https://protectivestadium.com/directions-and-parking/ for a printable map and to pre-purchase parking. Parking prices vary by event and date. We aim to make navigating the BJCC campus simple using clear directions. With various parking options for events, conventions, and meetings, planning ahead ensures a smoother arrival. Since multiple events often occur simultaneously, arrive early to avoid long parking and entry lines.

Does Protective Stadium have accessible seating?

Accessible seating is available throughout the venue and can be purchased on Ticketmaster.com. Guests requiring accessible seating are guaranteed the ability to purchase at least one (1) companion seat. If contiguous seats have already been sold, seats as close as possible to the wheelchair seat and adjacent companion seat will be offered.

When is the Protective Stadium box office open?

The BJCC Central Ticket Office is open Monday through Friday 9:00am to 4:00pm CT. The Central Ticket Office is located at Legacy Arena, Entry A 1898 9th Ave North, Birmingham, AL 35203. The Protective Stadium Box Offices located at the South Gate and Northeast Gate are only open the day of the event. Hours vary based on the event. To inquire about the hours for a specific event, please contact cto@bjcc.org.

What is the nearest station to Protective Stadium?

The nearest station is Greyhound Bus Terminal (Bus station), about 970 m from Protective Stadium.

Which hotels are closest to Protective Stadium?

The closest places to stay are The Westin Birmingham (240 m), Sheraton (390 m), and Sheraton Birmingham Hotel (430 m).

When did Protective Stadium open?

Protective Stadium opened in 2021.

Which teams or companies are based at Protective Stadium?

Protective Stadium is the home of UAB Blazers football.