When did construction begin on EverBank Stadium?
Construction began on the 3rd of January 1994 for a new stadium in downtown Jacksonville. The project replaced the aging Gator Bowl Stadium which had stood since 1927.
Questions about EverBank Stadium
Short answers, pulled from the story.
Who owns EverBank Stadium and when was it renamed to its current name?
Jaguars management announced a return to the name EverBank Stadium in June 2023 ahead of that season. City officials originally renamed the site EverBank Field in 2010 following approval of a five-year deal with the financial services firm.
What is the capacity of EverBank Stadium after the 2017 renovations?
Current capacity stands at 67,814 after removal of upper level tarps following the 2017 season. Temporary bleachers raise capacity above 84,000 for specific events like the Florida-Georgia game.
Which major concert series launched at EverBank Stadium in November 1997?
U2 launched their PopMart Tour at this location on the 12th of November 1997 with Third Eye Blind opening. Shania Twain brought her Come On Over Tour to Jacksonville on the 4th of June 1999.
When did EverBank Stadium host Super Bowl XXXIX and who won the match?
Super Bowl XXXIX took place at the stadium in 2005 drawing 78,125 spectators for the New England Patriots victory over Philadelphia. Paul McCartney performed Beatles classics including Drive My Car and Hey Jude during the halftime show.