Game Day Schedule
9AM CT – BJCC + BPA/Regions Parking Lots/Garages open to the public
9AM CT – Fan Fest Opens
11:30AM CT– Protective Stadium Gates Open
12:45PM CT – Fan Fest Concludes
TBD – JLab Birmingham Bowl Kickoff
Protective Stadium
The 2025 JLab Birmingham Bowl will be played at Protective Stadium in the heart of downtown Birmingham. Protective Stadium offers state-of-the-art amenities and stunning views of the cityscape, making it one of the best college football venues in the country. There are various levels of Tiered Seating available, ranging from the endzone to Club Seating. The Club Seating option offers chairback midfield views and access to the club suite.
Stadium Parking
Automobiles
All BJCC-owned lots will enter event mode for Fan Fest on Sunday, December 28th at Noon.
On game day Monday, December 29th, BJCC-owned lots will open 5 Hours prior to Kickoff.
Parking on the BJCC campus is $20 per space and will be available on-site, via lot attendants utilizing ZipPark technology. ZipPark is a mobile terminal that only accepts credit cards and debit cards. CASH CAN NOT BE ACCEPTED.
Onsite parking is available at the following lots:
- P4: 917 22nd Street N
- P5: 973 23rd Street N (ADA Accessible Parking)
- P10: 1000 19th Street N
- P11: 930 19th Street N
- P9: 200 11th Avenue N
- Boutwell Garage: 801 19th Street N
ADA Specific Parking & Shuttle
ADA-specific parking is available for pre-purchase only in the P5 Lot, all other ADA parking is first come, first serve, pay on-site day of the game. Must have a placard to access ADA space.
Please see parking map for ADA Shuttles pick-up/drop-off locations.
Remote Complimentary Parking at Riverchase Galleria
The Riverchase Galleria and the JLab Birmingham Bowl are happy to provide complimentary parking and shuttle service for JLab Birmingham Bowl activities at Uptown on December 28th and 29th.
The designated parking area is located in front of the Hyatt and shuttles will run as outlined below.
White Shuttle: Riverchase Galleria at the Hyatt to Uptown District and back.
December 28, 11:00 am – Midnight
December 29, Post-game – Midnight
RV/Motor Homes
BJCC RV Parking
RV Parking is available at the BJCC’s P10 lot (1000 19th Street North) to include four (4) standard car spaces (no access to power, water, or other amenities) for the price of $150.00 per RV. Following the announcement of participating teams a minimum of 20 spaces will be held but will be increased upon demand. RVs must arrive by 8:00 pm (CT) on Sunday, December 28th. No on-site or day of sales will be allowed for RVs.
Hoover RV Park
RV Parking is also available at Hoover RV Park. The Hoover Met Complex RV Park is in close proximity to local restaurants, shopping, and entertainment, meaning you’ll be just a short distance away from a variety of events and activities. Book your reservation at www.hoovermetcomplex.com/rv-park, and use events promo code EVENTS2025 to receive a discount rate of $40 per night.
If you have additional questions about the Hoover RV Park, give them a call at (205)-739-7364, or send an email to [email protected].
Bus Parking
To maintain appropriate parking capacity for standard vehicles in BJCC-owned parking areas, there will be no designated bus parking areas on BJCC complex property for the event. Group or Charter buses may utilize a convenient bus drop-off and pick-up location in the heart of the BJCC campus near 2100 Richard Arrington, Jr. Boulevard and the BJCC’s East Hall main doors. As the bus drop area is closed to traffic and will be in use by JLab Birmingham Bowl-sponsored shuttled buses, Group or Charter buses must request and be approved for access by 5:00 pm (CT) on Thursday, December 26th and can email [email protected] with your trip’s key details including number of buses, group transporting, driver information, etc. for approval and subsequent routing information.
Complimentary Shuttles
Complimentary bowl week shuttles will be available for fans attending the 2025 JLab Birmingham Bowl.
Entertainment Shuttles
Red Shuttle: Uptown District (Sheraton/Westin) to Five Points South + Dreamland BBQ loop
- December 28, 11:00 am – Midnight
- December 29, Post-Game – Midnight
White Shuttle: Riverchase Galleria (Hyatt) to Uptown loop
Shuttle will pick up at Dave & Buster’s
- December 28, 11:00 am – Midnight
- December 29, Post-Game – Midnight
Blue Shuttle: Marriott Birmingham and DoubleTree by Hilton Birmingham Perimeter Park to Uptown loop
- December 28, 11:00 am – Midnight
- December 29, Post-Game – Midnight
Game Day Shuttles
White Shuttle: Riverchase Galleria at the Hyatt to Uptown District/Protective Stadium
- December 29, 8:00 am to Kickoff and Post-Game
Blue Shuttle: Highway 280 Marriott Birmingham and DoubleTree by Hilton Birmingham Perimeter Park to Uptown District/Protective Stadium.
- December 29, 8:00 am to Kickoff and Post-Game
Free Wunderfan App
The Greater Birmingham CVB has partnered with Wunderfan to Elevate Gameday Experience for Visiting JLAB Birmingham Bowl Fans.
By participating, fans can turn their attendance into tangible rewards simply by enjoying the city’s premier event and surrounding activations. Visitors who use the app will be able to ear “Wunder” points for their engagement, which can include attending official bowl events, interacting with local partner content, and participating in unique in-app challenges. These points are redeemable for valuable rewards such as e-gift cards from major retailers, exclusive discounts, and official JLab Birmingham Bowl merchandise and experiences.
Fans can download the free wunderfan app on the Apple App Store and Google Play to start earning rewards.
