HUNTSVILLE, Ala. — Huntsville's professional soccer team, Huntsville City Football Club, plays its first home game at Joe Davis Stadium. Here's what you need to know about parking, bags, food, tickets, and more.
Wicks Family Field at Joe Davis Stadium Parking Overview
On-site parking has sold out for tonight’s match. We encourage fans without parking passes to utilize rideshare services to get to the match. The following overflow locations are available for match attendees in John Hunt Park: Jaycee Building Parking Lot, Jaycee Way on-street parking, sand volleyball and cross-country course parking. Additionally, fans may utilize spots in the vicinity of the stadium at the discretion of local businesses.
Purchase your parking pass for future HCFC matches here.
*Hours are subject to change
RIDESHARE
The designated rideshare drop off and pickup will be available at 3125 Don Mincher Dr SW. All rideshare vehicles will access Don Mincher Drive via Leeman Ferry Rd.
TAILGATING POLICY
Because of the limited parking availability around Wicks Family Field at Joe Davis Stadium, tailgating in parking lots is permitted only directly behind a patron’s vehicle and is subject to Wicks Family Field at Joe Davis Stadium rules. Management reserves the right to limit or restrict tailgating.
The following tailgating guidelines apply for all events:
- Do not block parking access.
- Use binds and trash receptacles.
- Vehicles may not obstruct the roadway.
- Patrons may use televisions, radios, and other music-playing devices in and directly behind the parking space in which the patron’s vehicle is parked, at reasonable volume, so long as they do not interfere with any other fan’s enjoyment of the tailgating or event experience.
- Grilling is only permitted on paved surfaces.
- Per City of Huntsville ordinances, no alcohol may be consumed in the parking lot of Wicks Family Field at Joe Davis Stadium.
Gas Grill Safety Rules:
- Type: Portable grills only
- Set your grill on a level and fireproof surface within your designated parking area. Grilling is only permitted on paved surfaces.
- Location: Always use your grill at a safe distance from motor vehicles, tailgating fans, flammable and combustible materials.
- Setup: Set up your grill in accordance to the manufacturer’s instructions.
- Open the lid: Before turning on the gas and lighting the grill, always open the lid to prevent an explosion from gas build-up.
- Gas: Check for gas leaks. If you detect a leak, immediately turn off the gas and do not attempt to light until the leak is fixed.
- Ignition: If a burner does not ignite or a burner goes out during operation, turn off gas and wait five minutes before trying to light.
- Gas Supply Valve: Always shut off or close valve when cooking is complete or when grill is not in use.
- Children: Do not leave a hot grill unattended and keep children away at all times.
- Trash: Do not place trash in barrels designated for hot coals and ashes only.
- Entries: Do not block.
- Fire Protection: Keep an approved fire extinguisher accessible.
2023 Clear Bag & Prohibited Items Policy
I. CLEAR BAG POLICY
We strongly encourage guests NOT to bring any type of bag to Wicks Family Field at Joe Davis Stadium to expedite entry at the gates. If a bag is necessary, the bag (including all Diaper Bags) must meet the following criteria in order to enter the Stadium:
Bags must be CLEAR plastic, vinyl, or PVC and not exceed 12" x 12" x 6". This includes clear cinch sacks, clear diaper bags, gallon Ziploc bags, etc.
Non-transparent bags, wallets, and cases must not exceed 4.5" X 6.5" even if you are placing it inside your larger clear bag.
Please Note: Non-transparent bags (4.5"x6.5" or smaller) are still subject to inspection by security personnel at the gates.
Diaper bags must be clear and comply with the Wicks Family Field at Joe Davis Stadium Clear Bag Policy. Clear diaper bags that meet the Stadium's bag policy specifications and accompany a child are permitted but are subject to search upon entry. Baby and infant care items such as bottled formula and small snacks may be brought into the Stadium; however, those items must be carried in a clear bag meeting the bag policy guidelines.
Camera bags and cases that accompany any permitted personal device must meet the clear bag policy specifications or will be denied entry.
Exceptions to the Clear Bag Policy will only be made for medically necessary items after proper inspection by security personnel. Please ask for assistance at the gate.
The Clear Bag Policy is in effect for all Wicks Family Field at Joe Davis Stadium events. Guests with non-complying bags can store their items for a nominal fee at a conveniently located bag check location outside of the Stadium.
II. CONTAINER POLICY
For the safety of all our guests, containers cannot be carried into Wicks Family Field at Joe Davis Stadium. This includes coolers, glass bottles, and cans.
The following items are NOT permitted inside of Wicks Family Field at Joe Davis Stadium, regardless of if they contain liquid or not:
- Non-Transparent hard plastic or metal Bottles
- Cans/Cups
- Coffee Cups
- Glass
- Soda/Sports Drink Bottles
- Thermos/Tumbler
- Other varieties of beverage containers
Water bottles are permitted inside of Wicks Family Field at Joe Davis Stadium but must adhere to the following:
· Must fit in a 12”x12”x6” clear bagWicks Family Field at
· Must be a light weight, soft plastic bottle. No Metal or Glass
· Must be transparent, and able to see contents inside
· Cannot have any metal caps or other metal components
· Must be empty upon entry in the stadium
Parents accompanying children may bring plastic bottles of non-frozen formula or milk inside of the Stadium; however, these bottles must be carried in a clear bag meeting the Stadium's Clear Bag Policy guidelines and are subject to search upon entry.
Wicks Family Field at Joe Davis Stadium Security personnel will review all unique circumstances on a case-by-case basis and reserves the right to deny access of items based on specific event requirements/requests and overall building policies.
III. PROHIBITED ITEMS AND BEHAVIORS
Wicks Family Field at Joe Davis Stadium is a non-smoking, non-vaping, and tobacco-free campus. The use of any tobacco-based products, e-cigarettes, and vaporizers, inside of the Stadium or within the immediate gate plazas is strictly prohibited.
Additional prohibited items and behaviors at Wicks Family Field at Joe Davis Stadium include, but are not limited to:
- Abusive, foul, or disruptive language
- Alcohol, illegal drugs, or harmful chemicals
- Animals (except certified service animals with proper documentation)
- Aerosol cans or pressurized containers
- Bags that do not follow the Stadium clear bag policy, including diaper bags and personal camera bags that do not meet clear bag policy specifications
- Batteries: Loose batteries or batteries not used in a working, permitted device will not be allowed into the Stadium. Guests should be prepared to demonstrate the batteries operational use in a permitted device to security personnel upon request
- Hard Plastic or Metal Bottles, cans, glass, and other beverage containers to include coolers
- Cameras with lens longer than 6″ (detachable or non-detachable) and camera bags that do not meet clear bag policy specifications
- Chairs, booster seats, stools, or other seating devices
- Devices deemed suspicious by Stadium security in its sole discretion are prohibited. Guests should be prepared to demonstrate any device's operational use upon request.
- Food items, including outside food/beverages
- Headwear or apparel with hazardous attachments including, but not limited to, spikes and blades
- Hover-boards
- Inflated balls, soccer balls, footballs, including beach balls, or any missile or object that can be used as a projectile
- Illegal drugs or substances, any alcoholic beverage
- Interference with the progress of the event (including throwing objects)
- Knives of any length
- Laser Pointers
- Lights (flashlights, LED lights, any battery-operated lights)
- Masks related to health provisions are permitted; Other masks that cover or conceal identity are not permitted
- Metal flasks, metal cigar/cigarette cases
- Non-transparent bag larger than 4.5" x 6.5"
- Noisemakers, including but not limited to whistles and horns
- Poles, selfie sticks, sticks of any kind
- Pyrotechnics and fireworks of any kind including, but not limited to, flares, smoke bombs, or incendiary devices
- Remote-controlled aircraft or unmanned aircraft systems (drones)
- Seat cushions, folding and/or standalone chairs
- Signs or flags (no larger than 3' X 5'), shakers, pom-poms, or any item with a pole or stick unless distributed by Wicks Family Field at Joe Davis Stadium as a gate giveaway
- Smoking to include e-cigarettes and vaporizers
- Thermoses/Cups
- Ticket scalping
- Trespassing, soliciting, peddling, and loitering
- Tripods, monopods, and Selfie-Sticks
- Video cameras/recording devices, tripods
- Umbrellas
- Weapons of any kind including, but not limited to, knives, pepper spray, stun guns, concealed weapons, and firearms
- Anything that creates a nuisance or disruption
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Wicks Family Field at Joe Davis Stadium Security personnel will review all unique circumstances on a case-by-case basis and reserves the right to deny access of items based on specific event requirements/requests and overall building policies.
Fans are encouraged to report inappropriate behavior to the nearest security personnel or Wicks Family Field at Joe Davis Stadium Team Member.
During concerts and other non-sporting events, additions may be made to the prohibited items list at the discretion of the artist and/or management. All updates will be communicated via the the Wicks Family Field at Joe Davis Stadium website and social media channels.
FAN CODE OF CONDUCT
Wicks Family Field at Joe Davis Stadium is committed to creating a safe and enjoyable atmosphere for all fans. We encourage fans to join in chants, singing, and fan displays that support The Boys In Blue. Fans not abiding by the code of conduct will be subject to possible removal and additional sanctions. Violations to the Fan Code of Conduct include, but are not limited to:
- Chants with inappropriate language, including any comments regarding racism, sexual orientation, ethnicity, etc.
- Foul or abusive language, offensive language, or obscene gestures, to include the use of such language or gestures concerning a person's race, ethnicity, color, gender, religion, creed, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, or national origin; or to instigate, incite or encourage a confrontation or physical assault.
- Displaying signs, symbols, or images for commercial purposes or for electioneering, campaigning, or advocating for or against any candidate, political party, legislative issue, or government action.
- Behavior that is unruly, disruptive, threatening, or illegal in nature, or conduct that results in damage to the venue or other personal property.
- Intoxication or other signs of alcohol or substance impairment that results in irresponsible behavior.
- Possession of an unauthorized device or other prohibited items.
- Failing to follow instructions of law enforcement, security personnel, and/or guest services regarding stadium operations, policies, and/or emergency response procedures.
- Verbal or physical harassment of officials, players, staff, or other fans.
- Any behavior that otherwise targets other fans or interferes with other fans' enjoyment of the game, such as unreasonably obstructing the view of other guests.
- Interference with the progress of the game (including throwing objects, declining to return a ball that enters the stands, or attempting to enter the field or any other location other than that permitted by the fan's ticket or credential).
- Making unauthorized transmissions or play-by-play accounts of the event
- Any conduct deemed inappropriate or dangerous to fans, participants, or team members.
- The use of any tobacco products, including e-cigarettes, inside the Stadium or within the immediate gate plazas is prohibited. Additionally, once a fan exits the Stadium, re-entry is strictly prohibited.
- Flares, incendiary devices, smoke bombs, sparklers, and fireworks of any kind without official approval.
Stadium personnel will promptly intervene when necessary to ensure the Fan Code of Conduct is enforced. Ticket holders or guests who choose not to adhere to these guidelines will be subject to revocation of parking privileges and/or season tickets, an inability to attend future stadium events, event ejection without refund, cited for trespass, or possible arrest.
Fans are encouraged to report inappropriate behavior to the nearest security personnel or Wicks Family Field at Joe Davis Stadium Team Member.
Wicks Family Field at Joe Davis Stadium reserves the right to refuse entry to anyone who has engaged in harassment of officials, team members, staff, and/or other fans or who have otherwise violated this Fan Code of Conduct using social or digital media or other forms of communication.