Michigan Stadium

Michigan Stadium, sometimes known as "The Big House," is the football stadium for the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor, Michigan, one of the 50 United States of America.

It is the largest stadium in the United States and the Western Hemisphere, as well as the world's third-largest stadium, earning it the top rank on our list.

It has a capacity of 107,601 but has seen audiences of over 115,000.

The original capacity of Michigan Stadium was 72,000 when it was erected in 1927. Michigan defeated Ohio Wesleyan 33–0 in the inaugural game at Michigan Stadium on October 1, 1927.

Three weeks later, on October 22, the new stadium was formally dedicated in a game versus Ohio State.

The game between Michigan and the Notre Dame Fighting Irish on September 7, 2013, drew a crowd of 115,109, the highest attendance for a college football game since 1948.

Footings were built inside Michigan Stadium to allow the stadium's capacity to be increased beyond 100,000.

The University of Michigan's primary graduation ceremonies are held in Michigan Stadium, where President Lyndon B. Johnson unveiled his Great Society agenda during the 1964 commencement festivities.

In addition, a soccer match between Real Madrid and Manchester United in the 2014 International Champions Cup drew 109,318 spectators, setting a new record for a soccer match in the United States.

Capacity: 107,601 seats
Opened: October 1, 1927
Location: Ann Arbor, USA