Houston Astrodome

Opened in 1965

College Football MLB NFL

Venue Information

Capacity

62,439

Year Opened

1965

Year Closed

2008

Teams

Team	League	Years
Houston Oilers Previously: Houston Stadium (1965–1967) Moved to: Liberty Bowl Memorial Stadium (1997–1998)	NFL	1968 - 1996
Idaho State Bengals Moved to: ICCU Dome (2009–present)	College Football	1965 - 2008
Houston Astros Previously: Colt Stadium (1962–1964) Moved to: Daikin Park (2000–present)	MLB	1965 - 1999

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the capacity of Houston Astrodome?

The capacity of Houston Astrodome is 62,439.

When was Houston Astrodome built?

Houston Astrodome opened in 1965.

Where did the Houston Oilers play before Houston Astrodome?

Before moving to Houston Astrodome in 1968, the Houston Oilers played at Houston Stadium from 1965 to 1967.

Where did the Houston Oilers play after Houston Astrodome?

After leaving Houston Astrodome in 1996, the Houston Oilers moved to Liberty Bowl Memorial Stadium in 1997. They played there until 1998.

Where did the Idaho State Bengals play after Houston Astrodome?

After leaving Houston Astrodome in 2008, the Idaho State Bengals moved to ICCU Dome in 2009.

Where did the Houston Astros play before Houston Astrodome?

Before moving to Houston Astrodome in 1965, the Houston Astros played at Colt Stadium from 1962 to 1964.

Where did the Houston Astros play after Houston Astrodome?

After leaving Houston Astrodome in 1999, the Houston Astros moved to Daikin Park in 2000.

Historical Names