Venue Information
Year Opened
Teams
| Team | League | Years |
|---|---|---|
|
Houston Oilers
Previously:
Robertson Stadium
(1960–1964)
Moved to:
NRG Astrodome
(1968–1996)
|
NFL | 1965 - 1967 |
|
Rice Owls
Moved to:
Wendel D. Ley Track and Holloway Field
(1950–2023)
|
College Football | 1912 - Present |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the capacity of Houston Stadium?
The capacity of Houston Stadium is 47,000.
When was Houston Stadium built?
Houston Stadium opened in 1950.
Who plays at Houston Stadium?
Houston Stadium is the home venue of Rice Owls.
Where did the Houston Oilers play before Houston Stadium?
Before moving to Houston Stadium in 1965, the Houston Oilers played at Robertson Stadium from 1960 to 1964.
Where did the Houston Oilers play after Houston Stadium?
After leaving Houston Stadium in 1967, the Houston Oilers moved to NRG Astrodome in 1968. They played there until 1996.
Where did the Rice Owls play after Houston Stadium?
The Rice Owls moved to Wendel D. Ley Track and Holloway Field in 1950. They played there until 2023.
Historical Names
Houston Stadium
Unknown - Present
CurrentRice Stadium
Unknown - Present
Location
References
Capacity and dates on this page are compiled from Wikipedia and Wikidata alongside our own research.