Florida Citrus Bowl, Orlando

The Florida Citrus Bowl is a 70,000 seat capacity stadium in Orlando. Originally named the Orlando Stadium, it was constructed in 1936 as part of Franklin Delano Roosevelt’s Works Progress Administration Project. Subsequent names include the Tangerine Bowl from 1947 to 1975, the Citrus Bowl 1976, and the Orlando Stadium 1977 to 1982. The current name has been in place since 1983.

Major events such as the Capital One Bowl, Champs Sports Bowl, East-West Shrine Game, Florida Classic, MEAC/SWAC Challenge, Monster Jam, and the 1994 FIFA World Cup have taken place at the arena. In addition, the stadium has been the site of movies, television shows, and many concerts. Famous musicians such as Paul McCartney, Van Halen, the Rolling Stones, and Cheap Trick have performed concerts at the Florida Citrus Bowl. It is also the site where the 1996 Olympic soccer matches were held.

The stadium has strict rules on what can and cannot be brought into the stadium. In addition, patrons are subject to inspection by security personnel at any time. The Florida Citrus Bowl also offers accommodations for up to 100 people through their Dex Imaging Skyline Club. Luncheons, weddings, and business meetings are just some of the events the Skyline Club hosts.