Venue Information
Year Opened
1971
Teams
| Team | League | Years |
|---|---|---|
|
Temple Owls
Previously:
Temple Stadium
(1929–1995)
Moved to:
Franklin Field
(2004–2023)
|
College Football | 1996 - 2003 |
|
Philadelphia Phillies
Previously:
Shibe Park / Connie Mack Stadium
(1938–1970)
|
MLB | 1971 - 2003 |
|
Philadelphia Eagles
Previously:
Franklin Field
(1958–1970)
Moved to:
Lincoln Financial Field
(2003–present)
|
NFL | 1971 - 2002 |
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Veterans Stadium built?
Veterans Stadium opened in 1971.
Where did the Temple Owls play before Veterans Stadium?
Before moving to Veterans Stadium in 1996, the Temple Owls played at Temple Stadium from 1929 to 1995.
Where did the Temple Owls play after Veterans Stadium?
After leaving Veterans Stadium in 2003, the Temple Owls moved to Franklin Field in 2004. They played there until 2023.
Where did the Philadelphia Phillies play before Veterans Stadium?
Before moving to Veterans Stadium in 1971, the Philadelphia Phillies played at Shibe Park / Connie Mack Stadium from 1938 to 1970.
Where did the Philadelphia Eagles play before Veterans Stadium?
Before moving to Veterans Stadium in 1971, the Philadelphia Eagles played at Franklin Field from 1958 to 1970.
Where did the Philadelphia Eagles play after Veterans Stadium?
After leaving Veterans Stadium in 2002, the Philadelphia Eagles moved to Lincoln Financial Field in 2003.
Location
Coordinates:
39.9067, -75.1711
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