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Record-Breaking Stadium Attendance: A Historic Look Back

9/26/2025

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Summary

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The Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum set a record attendance of 134,254 in 1963 for a Billy Graham event.
Camp Randall Stadium recorded 83,184 in 2005 vs Iowa.
Ohio Stadium drew 110,045 fans in 2016 against Michigan.
Penn State's Beaver Stadium drew 110,889 in 2018 against Ohio State.
SHI Stadium reported 55,942 attendees on September 19, 2025, against Iowa.

History

Historical Context

The 1963 Billy Graham Crusade at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum drew a record 134,254 attendees, reflecting the era's religious enthusiasm. This trend of large gatherings continued, with significant sports events attracting over 100,000 fans, such as Ohio Stadium in 2016 and Beaver Stadium in 2018. These events underscore the cultural importance of communal experiences in American society.

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Story summary

The Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum set a record attendance of 134,254 in 1963 for a Billy Graham event.
Camp Randall Stadium recorded 83,184 in 2005 vs Iowa.
Ohio Stadium drew 110,045 fans in 2016 against Michigan.
Penn State's Beaver Stadium drew 110,889 in 2018 against Ohio State.
SHI Stadium reported 55,942 attendees on September 19, 2025, against Iowa.

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