Nestled on the campus of Appalachian State University, Kidd-Brewer Stadium is home to Appalachian State Football and Track and Field. In use most of the year, KBS is an epicenter of activity not only for App State sports, but locals who use the track for running. With 21,500 seats plus a hill for general admission, the picture-esqe setting is a must-see for anyone coming through Boone.
Kidd-Brewer Stadium Parking
Stadium Lot has a few hundred parking spots right next to the stadium. On home football games, it's donor parking as is several of the closest lots so www.parking.appstate.edu will have the best suggestions for pay parking, usually in the range of $10 to $20.
Hotels Near Kidd-Brewer Stadium
The town of Boone has several hotel options to choose from. Comfort Suites, Courtyard at Marriot, La Quinta (pet-friendly) and Sleep Inn are just some of the many in Boone. Prices can go into the triple-digits for peak leaf season in September and October, but deals can be found on weekdays.
Seating At Kidd-Brewer Stadium
For football games, most seating is available on the east side of the stadium in the second deck. General admission seating on the hill on the southside is great for a good-weather day. Check appstatesports.com for ticket prices as they vary by game.
Food At Kidd-Brewer Stadium
Besides your regular stadium fare, there are several kiosks or local businesses in the concourse with some great deals. Lines can get long at the concession stands, but the kiosks can have surprisingly short lines. But sometimes, you can't beat a good stadium hot dog and nachos.
Beer At Kidd-Brewer Stadium
Due to being on a public college campus, beer sales are unavailable to the general public. The only alcohol is up in the private suites.
Parking Alternatives at Kidd-Brewer Stadium
AppalCart is always running during games if you want to avoid the traffic jams and lack of parking. Bus routes for game days are available at www.appalcart.com.
What To Bring To Kidd-Brewer Stadium
The weather can be unpredictable so a wind-breaker or jacket can come in handy. Umbrellas aren't allowed so plan accordingly for bad weather warm clothes. And to get through security quickly, bring all change of clothes in a clear bag.
Insider Tip For Kidd-Brewer Stadium
The stadium is often open to the public. So if you're passing through on a non-gameday, you can go in and walk around, do a few laps around the track and enjoy the aura. If you're going to a game, get to the stadium 35-40 minutes before kickoff to see the entire marching band pregame.
Author's bio: Thomas Sherrill is a mountain man trying to make his living in Boone, North Carolina.