This state of the art stadium was formerly known as San Diego stadium and Jack Murphy Stadium. This stadium is home to San Diego Chargers who belong to the National Football League and San Diego State University Aztecs college football team.

Qualcomm Stadium

http://www.sandiego.gov/qualcomm/

Qualcomm Stadium on Wiki

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Qualcomm_Stadium

One of the popular players in baseball, hall of fame, Ricky Henderson on 2001, collected his 3000 major league base ball hit in Qualcomm Stadium. The stadium also hosted the 1980 AFC Championship games. It went on to host Wild Card and Divisional Playoff games in 1980,1992,1994,1995,2004,2006,2007, 2008 and 2009.

It has been hosting the Holiday Bowl which is an annual bowl game being held before New Year Day. This game is post-season NCAA-sanctioned Division I-A college football bowl game and will be henceforth known as Bridgepoint Education Holiday Bowl.

Holiday Bowl

http://www.holidaybowl.com/

Many international soccer matches have been played at this stadium. It has hosted the CONCACAF Gold Cup where the qualifying rounds for the FIFA Cup begins and the US Cup(matches played between American soccer team and three international guest teams). It has hosted many international matches between the Mexican national teams and other countries teams.

FIFA

http://www.fifa.com/

Super Bowl is the main factor to decide the best team in professional American football. Three times, the Super Bowl games have been hosted at this stadium. They are in the years, Super Bowl XX11 in 1988, Super Bowl XXXII in 1998 and Super Bowl XXXVI in 2003.

Super Bowl

http://www.superbowl.com/

In the history of Sports, this stadium has the rare distinction of hosting both the Super Bowl and the World Series in the same year(1998).

Previously known as San Diego Stadium, Qualcomm Stadium is home to the NFL's San Diego Chargers and the San Diego State University Aztecs college football team. Located in the Mission Valley area of San Diego, this multi-purpose stadium has become the premier sports and entertainment venue of the city. Today we'd like to unveil some upcoming events to be held at Qualcomm Stadium in 2011.

Before getting down to business, you might need to know a little bit more about Qualcomm Stadium. In the past, some notable sports games held in the stadium include Super Bowl 1988, Super Bowl 1998, Super Bowl 2003, the 1978 and 1992 Major League Baseball All-Star Games the 1984 and 1998 World Series as well as the 1984 and 1998 National League Championship Series. Current tenants of the stadium include San Diego Chargers Football, San Diego State University Aztecs Football, Brazilian Futebol Academy, San Diego County Credit Union Poinsettia Bowl, San Diego Auto Connection, RaceLegal, Big 3 Auto Parts Exchange, OMBAC and etc.

San Diego Chargers Football or San Diego State University Aztecs Football? San Diego County Credit Union Poinsettia Bowl or Bridgepoint Education Holiday Bowl? Whatever game you're heading there for, download the seating charts of Qualcomm Stadium first:

Seating Charts

http://www.sandiego.gov/qualcomm/event/seating.shtml

In the following part, some of this year's major events held by Qualcomm Stadium tenants will be uncovered.

Race Legal

It's time to face the blooding fact that numerous young lives have been lost due to illegal street racing each year. To end the tragedy, Race Legal program was put forward in 1988 by Dr. Stephen J. Bender from San Diego State University. And it's financially supported by the California Office of Traffic Safety. To ensure the safety of racers and their fans, Race Legal has replicated a safer, sanctioned and youth-oriented street environment which proves to be remarkably effective. In 2003, an impressive 99% reduction in illegal street racing as well as a 79% improvement in crash mortality caused by illegal street racing was achieved by the city of San Diego.

As a long-term tenant of Qualcomm Stadium, Race Legal is striving to build at least 12 alternative tracks at San Diego's Qualcomm Stadium so as to end illegal street racing. The west side parking lot portion of Qualcomm Stadium is the event site designated for Race Legal races. It can be easily accessed from the main Qualcomm Stadium gate. The admission fees are $8 for spectators and $30 for racers. Kids aging 5 and under are free to get into.

Schedule of upcoming Race Legal events at Qualcomm Stadium:

- May: May 6 & 20

- June: June 10 & 24

- July: July 8 & 29

Generally speaking, racing starts at 6:00 pm and ends at 12:00 am on Friday nights. Saturday and Sunday racing starts before 12:00 pm and ends at 5:00 pm. For more pre-registration information, please call (619) 265-8159 or visit:

Race Legal

http://www.sandiego.gov/qualcomm/event/tenants/racelegal.shtml

Used Car Sale

To promote the sales of all new and used vehicles in the city, Used Car Sale is held at the parking lot of Qualcomm Stadium by San Diego Auto Connection. On the occasion, lots of manufacturers, credit unions and dealers will attend the marketing events. Roughly counted, there're approximately 2,000 used vehicles for sale. Want to get more info about those pre-owned vehicles? Contact Brian Epperson at bepperson@sdautoconnect.com or visit the official site of San Diego Auto Connection:

San Diego Auto Connection

http://www.sandiegoautoconnection.com/

Schedule of upcoming Used Car Sale at Qualcomm Stadium:

- May: May 1, 19, 20, 21, 22

- June: June 9-12 & 23-25

Jehovah's Witness Convention

Are you Christians? Do you believe in Jehovah, Jesus Christ and the principles in the Holy Bible? If yes, join us in the Jehovah's Witness Convention. As member of a worldwide Christian religion, Jehovah's Witness is dedicated to drawing us closer to God, promoting strong family ties and building a more harmonious community. Do make a day to Qualcomm Stadium if you're a follower of the God. Jehovah's Witness Convention is scheduled on May 27, 29 and 29.

For additional info on Jehovah's Witness Convention, please pay a visit to the official site of Jehovah's Witness:

Jehovah's Witness

http://www.jw-media.org/

America's Finest Beer Festival

Recognized as the nation's most prestigious beer festival, America's Finest Beer Festival is going to hit Qualcomm Stadium on July 22, 23 and 24. Citizens of San Diego will be blessed with the chance to sample some of the finest beers contributed by over 120 craft breweries across the country. Tickets are limited due to the size of the venue. To purchase tickets or VIP Pass, please click here:

America's Finest Beer Festival

http://www.afbfest.com/

For San Diego Chargers Football, San Diego State University Aztecs Football, San Diego County Credit Union Poinsettia Bowl and Bridgepoint Education Holiday Bowl games schedule, please download Qualcomm Stadium's calendar:

Event Calendar

http://www.sandiego.gov/qualcomm/pdf/calendar.pdf

To enhance your access to their facilities, make sure that you've read their Accessibility Guide:

Accessibility Guide

http://www.sandiego.gov/qualcomm/pdf/accessibility.pdf

Qualcomm Stadium is located in the center of Mission Valley, minutes from Downtown San Diego, easy to access via Metro trolley and bus services. It was opened on August 20, 1967 when the San Diego Chargers made their first game here. In the following decades, the venue has underwent a series of expansion and renovation, and its name has been changed from San Diego Stadium to San Diego Jack Murphy Stadium, and finally to the current name in 1997. Today, it serves as the home to the NFL's San Diego Chargers, San Diego State University Aztecs, Poinsettia Bowl and Holiday Bowl owning to its large capacity and full-service facilities. If you want to learn more about this versatile facility, like its storied history and former events, please visit Wiki.

Qualcomm Stadium on Wiki

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Qualcomm_Stadium

Throughout its years, Qualcomm Stadium has played host to arrays of national sporting events, such as 1988 Super Bowl XXII, 1992 Major League Baseball All-Star Game, and 1998 National League Championship Series. Besides, a variety of regional conventions and sports events, like CIF San Diego Section Finals, are usually held at this awesome venue. The ample parking spaces, 16 entrance gates, large restrooms for men and women, 51 drinking fountains and a number of award-winning restaurants and lounges, and just a few to name here…There is really no wonder that Qualcomm Stadium is ranked to be the primer venue in the city for both sporting and private events, and almost every week at the stadium will something happen. To ensure a fantastic trip, visitors are advised to check the event calendar before the departures.

Event Info

http://www.sandiego.gov/qualcomm/event/

In order to keep every section of the stadium work excellently, City of San Diego, which operates Qualcomm Stadium, has hired a team of committed, dynamic and hard-working staff to take the charge of every department. Currently, open positions are in Administration, Structural & Field Maintenance and Custodial departments. If you are longing to be a part of the excitement at Qualcomm Stadium for San Diego Chargers, Aztecs, Holiday Bowl and other sporting events, visit the Employment Information Center of City of San Diego, which is located at Civic Center Plaza, 1200 3rd Avenue, Suite 101A, or call the Job Hotline 619-682-1011.

Please note that each organization anchored at Qualcomm Stadium does its own recruitment. These organizations include San Diego Chargers, Holliday Bowl, San Diego State University Aztecs, Centerplate, Inc., and Ace Parking. Listed below are overviews on each of them. Job-hunters are encouraged to have a check to see whether any position is interesting to you.

- Being an NFL team, San Diego Chargers posts its latest jobs info on Teamworkonline.com. On this website, you can not only apply for current open positions, but also secure your future opportunities. All application must be completed online!

NFL Jobs

http://footballjobs.teamworkonline.com/teamwork/jobs/default.cfm

- Holiday Bowl is currently looking for volunteers to facilitate its year-around events and interns for the fall of 2011. Would you like to join the over 800 energetic volunteers and bring Holiday Bowl to be America's Most Exciting Bowl Game? Volunteer application can be finished conveniently via the Bowl's website. Click the link below and get connected to the site directly.

Volunteer Application

http://www.holidaybowl.com/component/option,com_forme/fid,7/

Holiday Bowl will accept applications for Fall Interns Program in the summer. All internships of the San Diego Bowl Game Association are UNPAID! Please keep an eye on Holiday Bowl's website for the updates about internship opportunity. If you have any questions about this program, please call 619-283-5808 exit 307 for Katharine LiMandri.

- Centerplate at Qualcomm Stadium ensures your every visit to be an extraordinary and tasty experience! As the exclusive food beverage and retail provider in the stadium, it has offered dedicated services to the San Diego Chargers and the San Diego community for more than 40 years. If you would like to take part in the dynamic Centerplate team, please visit its Job Opportunities page and discover the open position that fits your interest.

Job Opportunities

http://sdstadiumjobs.com/Default.aspx?PageId=JobOpps

If you have found any interesting you on the list of available jobs at Centerplate, download and complete the Application Form. All applicants have to send their applications in person daily at Gate A Qualcomm Stadium, 9449 Friars Road, San Diego. Moreover, Centerplate is currently hiring for the upcoming football season and there is no requirement on previous work experience! Call 619-641-6035 to get more details.

- The stadium parking is managed by Ace Parking which is responsible for the over 19,000 parking spaces in the 166-acre dedicated area. Currently, Ace Parking is looking for accountable individuals as cashiers and traffic directors. Job-seekers can visit Ace Parking's agency at 645 Ash Street or call 619-231-9501 to find detailed requirements.

About San Diego State University Aztecs jobs info, please call 619-594-6404, or visit the following website:

San Diego State University

http://www.sdsu.edu

The Qualcomm Stadium is ranking as one of the finest multi-purpose sports venues throughout the United States. With its opening in 1967, the Qualcomm Stadium was once named as San Diego Stadium until 1980. Another former name for the stadium is Jack Murphy Stadium. The multi-purpose stadium was built to accommodate a wide variety of events and activities, ranging from football and baseball games to popular concerts and off-road extravaganzas. The stadium has become the primary sport venue in the city of San Diego and the City has earned a Major-League reputation in the world of sports.

The Qualcomm Stadium currently serves as home of the San Diego Chargers of the NFL. The San Diego State University Aztecs college football team also plays home games at the stadium. It was also home of the San Diego Padres of Major League Baseball, until the Padres moved into a new stadium in 2004. The Bridgepoint Education Holiday Bowl, one of the premier post season bowl games for college football, is also hosted at the stadium every year.

Three Super Bowl games have been hosted at the stadium, including 1988's Super Bowl XXII, 1998's Super Bowl XXXII and 2003's Super Bowl XXXVII. The stadium also hosted the 1984 and 1988 National League Championship Series. The 1984 and 1998 World Series were hosted at the stadium as well. Qualcomm Stadium is the only stadium that has hosted both the World Series and the Super Bowl in the same year. Only three stadiums have ever hosted all three events and Qualcomm Stadium is one of them.

After several renovations and expansions, Qualcomm Stadium has a total seating capacity of 71,500, including 113 luxury suites. In addition to the large capacity, another trademark for Qualcomm Stadium is its excellent facilities. Audiences can find a state-of-the-art sound system with a large screen video display. Other convenient amenities include various superb food and beverage stands and fine Stadium Club and Sports Club restaurants. Visitors to the stadium are sure to be entertained in comfort.

With so many fantastic events hosted at the stadium, it's not difficult to pick up a ticket for your favorite games and experience the grand stadium by yourself. Make sure to purchase tickets in advance as everyone needs a ticket to access the stadium, especially for events with large attendance. Several different ticket options are available to accommodate varying needs.

1) Single Game Tickets

If you cannot spare enough time on all games for your favorite teams, purchase single game tickets for your preferred teams. Currently, single game tickets are available for two games. San Diego Chargers plays against Seattle Seahawks at 5 pm on Thursday, August 11. You can also get tickets for games between Chargers and San Francisco 49er's at 7 pm on Thursday, September 1.

2) Season Tickets

Chargers 2011 Season Tickets are on sale currently. Season tickets consist of all 10 home games for the Chargers, including preseason games. Season ticket holders can enjoy many benefits. Guaranteed seat locations are reserved for all 10 Chargers home games and you can get significant savings over individual game ticket prices. Season ticket holders can choose to buy the same seat for playoff games at the stadium. Exclusive rights are offered to renew your seats for future years. Unique opportunities are provided to upgrade and relocate your seats each season.

2011 Chargers Season Tickets are available by calling 1-977-Chargers or you can purchase online at www.chargers.com. You can also buy season tickets at the Ticket Office in person, which is located at Qualcomm Stadium Gate C. It's open from 8 am to 5 pm, Monday through Friday and from 10 am to 4 pm on Saturday.

Online Purchase of 2011 Season Ticket Packages

http://oss.ticketmaster.com/html/pack_searchtix.htmI?CNTX=ab040c0862e94f9d37ceb2b2a6fd1212

3) Family Section Packages

Come to join the 2006, 2007, 2008 and 2009 consecutive AFC West Division Champion San Diego Chargers. Get a Family Section Package and watch their excellent performances. Views 54-58 are included in the Family Section for your convenience. Family ticket holders have guaranteed seat locations for Chargers home games. Please note that alcohol is prohibited at the family section seating. Two great packages are offered and both of them include five games for only $270.

Family Section Package One

- San Diego Chargers VS Seattle Seahawks (Time: 5 pm, Thursday, August 11, 2011)

- Kansas City Chiefs VS San Diego Chargers (Time:1:05 pm, Sunday, September 25, 2011)

- San Diego Chargers VS Green Bay Packers (Time: 1:15 pm, Sunday, November 6, 2011)

- Denver Broncos VS San Diego Chargers (Time: 1:15 pm, Sunday, November 27, 2011)

- Baltimore Ravens VS San Diego Chargers (Time: 5:20 pm, Sunday, December 18, 2011)

Family Section Package Two

- San Francisco 49ers VS San Diego Chargers (Time: 7 pm, Thursday, September 1, 2011)

- Minnesota Vikings VS San Diego Chargers (Time: 1:15 pm, Sunday, September 11. 2011)

- Miami Dolphins VS San Diego Chargers (Time: 1:15 pm, Sunday, October 2, 2011)

- Oakland Raiders VS San Diego Chargers (Time: 5:20 pm, Thursday, November 10, 2011)

- Buffalo Bills VS San Diego Chargers (Time: 1:15 pm, Sunday, December 11, 2011)

2011 Chargers Family Section Packages are now available online only. You can purchase through Ticketmaster. Browse through the following website and choose one of the packages to find ticket options.

2011 Family Section Packages

http://oss.ticketmaster.com/html/pack_planlist.htmI?l=EN&CNTX=&team=chargers&selID=76

4) Club Membership

The ultimate way for big fans to experience Chargers football can be the Chargers Club. Club members can enjoy both the excitement of NFL football and exclusive special amenities. Four lavish Club level lounges are offered for Chargers Club Members to have pre-game, half-time and post-game enjoyment. Club members can have early entrances to the stadium 3 hours prior to kickoff. Other club membership benefits include:

- Dine and relax in comfort and style in the Stadium Club.

- Priority to buy reserved parking.

- Padded seats with inserted cup holder.

- Opportunity to buy tickets for other events hosted at the stadium.

- Upgraded restrooms and food items.

- Special promotions and celebrity appearances.

Club seats are sold based on contract and come in 1 and 3 year terms. Club seat prices depend on length of contract, including the proximity to the 50-yard line. If you need further info on club seating, please call 1-877-CHARGERS.

5) Single-Game Suites

Single-game suites offer unique opportunities for fans to enjoy all the amenities of luxury suites without the commitment of a full season. You can choose Chargers Single-Game Luxury Suites in various sizes and locations. A wide variety of benefits are offered for single-game suites as well, like exclusive ticket to your suite and reserved parking permits, spacious open-air seating areas, NFL Sunday Ticket and free admission to the Club Level concourse. Many other benefits are available, including:

- Free catering package including soda and water.

- Free copies of Chargers Gameday Magazine.

- Personal suite attendant.

- Private restroom.

- Coat and storage closet.

- Refrigerator, ice box and wet bar.

- Luxurious interior seating options.

To get more details on Single-Game Suites, pleas call 877-CHARGERS option 2.

6) Premiere Suite Seats

Premiere suite seats offer the same grandeur of a luxury suite. At the same time, you can enjoy the flexibility of getting individual seats. Season suite seats for all 10 Chargers home games are available. Premiere suite seat purchasers can also receive complementary Chargers Gameday Magazine and enjoy free admission to exclusive Club Level Lounges and Concourse, including two Chargers Team Stores. Several other benefits are listed below:

- Priority to buy Premier Suite seat tickets for playoff games at the stadium.

- Flat screen televisions together with free NFL Sunday Ticket.

- Private restrooms in the Suite.

- Friendly hostesses and servers in the Suite.

- Open-air seating areas and luxury, temperature-controlled lounges.

- Wet bar, ice marker and refrigerator.

7) Luxury Suites Seats

Private Chargers Luxury Suite holders are entitled to get tickets to all preseason and regular season home games for the San Diego Chargers and have VIP parking privileges. Luxury Suite members receive exclusive invitations to special events and have first right to purchase tickets for the stadium's playoff games. Luxury Suite Members can also have access to the suite for various events hosted at the stadium, like soccer matches, college football games, concert tours, monster truck and motorcycle supercross events.

Details on Luxury Suites

http://www.chargers.com/tickets/luxury-suites.html

Note: For more ticket info or to get tickets by phone, please call 1-800-745-3000. For motorcycle supercross events, the Box Office is open from 10 am to 5:30 pm on weekdays. Tickets are only available during the week of event. For monster jam games, the Box Office is available from 10 am to 6 pm and tickets are sold 2 weeks prior to the event. Several payment options are accepted at the Box Office, including cash, American Express, Visa and MasterCard. The Will Call is available at 10 am on event days at Gate F.

The Qualcomm Stadium is a wonderful venue in the enchanting city for various sports games, performances and other special events. This magnificent stadium was originally completed in 1967 and then expanded in 1984. After that, the seating capacity of the stadium became 61,000. Thanks to another huge expansion in 1997, the stadium is now so spacious that it can furnish seats for 10,500 fans. More amazingly, there are 34 suites and four club lounges available at the Qualcomm Stadium, which definitely offers an opportunity for fans to enjoy thrilling games in an elegant and comfortable setting.

At the time the stadium was completed, it was wide known as the San Diego Stadium. When Jack Murphy died, the stadium was once renamed as the San Diego Jack Murphy Stadium. It was not until 1997 when an expansion was conducted that the stadium was named as the Qualcomm Stadium. As a historic stadium in this region, the Qualcomm Stadium, also often referred to as the Q or the Murph, serves as the home of the NFL's San Diego Chargers. Besides, it is also the site for the San Diego State University Aztecs college football team.

Over the years, the Q has hosted a wide range of famous sports events as well as excellent performances. Before 2003, it was the home of the San Diego Padres, a member of the Major League Baseball. Today, every December, the Murph would act as the host to a number of college football games like the San Diego County Credit Union Poinsettia Bowl and the Bridgepoint Education Holiday Bowl.

Homepage of the Qualcomm Stadium

http://www.sandiego.gov/qualcomm/

More Details about the Qualcomm Stadium on Wiki

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Qualcomm_Stadium

The Qualcomm Stadium is located in the Mission Valley area in San Diego, California. The address of the stadium is 9449 Friars Road, San Diego, California. Seated on the northwest of the junction of Interstate 8 and Interstate 15, the Q is surrounded by a series of local attractions. If you are about to visit the Murph, plan your trip wisely to ensure that you will have sufficient time to take a tour around this area before or after the games. Most attractions close to the stadium are very interesting and could be perfect destinations for you to unwind yourself.

Long for a trip to the stadium and its surroundings areas? You can set out right now! The stadium always gets a full schedule all the year around. So, chances are pretty good for you to catch up with a couple of excellent events at the Qualcomm Stadium during your visit, no matter when you will be in the city. To plan your trip perfectly, you are suggested to keep several helpful maps handy, so that you can check out the best routes for you to get to the Qualcomm Stadium or other nearby destinations whenever necessary. For your convenience, we have prepared a couple of maps for you to take advantage of.

Map for Qualcomm on Google Maps

http://maps.google.com/maps?q=Qualcomm+Stadium

Qualcomm Map for Nearby Attractions

http://sandiego.citysearch.com/profile/11472230/san_diego_ca/qualcomm_stadium.html

Map of Parking Lots around the Stadium

http://www.sandiego.gov/qualcomm/pdf/parkmap.pdf

Make full use of these maps mentioned above to find wonderful shopping, dining and entertainment venues within walking distance of the Q. The map offered by CitySearch would be very helpful, if you would like to get information related to movie theaters, bars, hotels and even grocery stores around the area. Things to do and places to visit are listed out next to the map.

We also furnish you with a map of the parking lots around the stadium, in an attempt to help you with finding suitable parking spaces for their vehicles. If you are planning to drive all the way to the stadium, keep in mind that parking lots would be really in demand in this region, especially on event days. As a result, nearby parking lots might get full before the game starts. In that case, the map of parking lots would be necessary. You can simply browse through the map and find a number of parking facilities which is located a little far away from the stadium.

Driving visitors to the Qualcomm Stadium should also pay close attention to driving directions. Be sure to get the exact driving directions to the stadium before you set out. If you are not familiar with this region, take a look at the following referable directions to see if there are any driving directions suitable for you.

From the North:

Visitors driving from the north will be recommended to take I-5 south. Stay straight on I-5 until you see I-8. Turn onto I-8 and keep proceeding toward east. Then you will arrive at Qualcomm Way, bear onto Qualcomm Way and head north on it. As you see Friars Road, turn onto it. Continue proceeding east on Friars Road until you come across the entrance of the first parking lot provided by the stadium. Make a right turn to get into the parking lot.

People from the north can also choose to head south on I-15. Follow I-15 to Friars Road. And then bear onto Friars Road and keep going west. When you reach the west parking lot of the Qualcomm Stadium, turn to the left to enter the parking lot.

From the South:

Those who travel from the south can head north on both I-5 and 805. Keep proceeding until you come across I-8. Bear onto I-8 and continue going east on I-8. As you arrive at Mission Groge, turn onto it. Proceed toward north on Mission Gorge and then you will see San Diego Mission Road. Get onto San Diego Mission Road and head west. Keep proceeding for a short while and the entrance of a parking lot offered by the stadium would be on your immediate left. Make a left turn to park your vehicle in this parking lot.

Visitors coming from the south can take Freeway 163 as well. Proceed toward north on Freeway 163 and then turn onto Friars Road. Continue on Friars Road and head east. Stay straight until you see the first parking lot. Bear to the right at the entrance of the parking lot, and you can park your vehicle in this parking lot.

From the East:

You will need to take I-8 west if you are driving from the east. Keep straight on I-8 until you come across Mission Gorge. Follow the off-ramp to get onto Mission Gorge. Continue north on Mission Gorge and then you will arrive at San Diego Mission Road. Keep proceeding toward west on San Diego Mission Road to park your vehicle in one of the parking lots furnished by the Qualcomm Stadium. Continue on San Diego Mission Road and the entrance of parking lot would be right ahead.

From the West:

Remember to proceed toward east on I-8 if you travel from the West. Continue on I-8 and then you will see Qualcomm Way. Take Qualcomm Way north and you can see Friars Road minutes later. Head east on Friars Road and stay straight for a while. As you come across the entrance of a parking lot, make a right turn.

From Los Angeles:

Visitors traveling from Los Angeles need to head south on I-5 and then turn onto I-805. Proceed toward south on I-805 before you get onto I-52. Continue going east on I-52 and then take I-15 south. Follow I-15 to Friars Road. Stay straight on Friars Road and you will arrive at one of the parking lots within minutes.

From Downtown San Diego:

It is necessary for people driving from Downtown San Diego to take I-8 east. When you come across Mission Gorge Road Exit, take the exit. Make a left turn at the signal. Continue on Mission Gorge. As you arrive at Twain Avenue, bear to the left. Keep straight on Twain Avenue until it merges into San Diego Mission Road. Follow San Diego Mission Road to Friars Road. Once you turn onto Friars Road, you will reach the Qualcomm Stadium and its parking lots in minutes.

From San Diego Trolley:

If you are in the vicinity of San Diego Trolley, remember to proceed toward the Mission San Diego stop. Exit the trolley to turn onto Rancho Mission Road. Keep straight on Rancho Mission Road for about one and a half block before you bear to the right onto San Diego Mission Road. Keep proceeding on San Diego Mission Road until you arrive at Friars Road. Turn onto Friars Road and continue. The Qualcomm Stadium would be right ahead.

Formerly known as San Diego Stadium and Jack Murphy Stadium, Qualcomm Stadium opened on August 20, 1967 with the first game played by the San Diego Chargers. The multi-purpose stadium is located in the Mission Valley area in San Diego, California. Now the NFL's San Diego Chargers and the San Diego State University Aztecs college football team play home games at the Qualcomm Stadium. It was also home of the MLB's San Diego Padres by 2003.

Now, the stadium is the site to host the San Diego County Credit Union Poinsettia Bowl college football games every December. The Bridgepoint Education Holiday Bowl is also hosted at the stadium in December. The Stadium also played host to some other outstanding sports events, like the World Series in 1984, the 1978's and 1992's Major League Baseball's All-Star Game and the NFL Super Bowl XXII in 1988. The sports facility hosts some popular events, including concerts, super-cross motorcycle races, circuses and auto racing etc.

Qualcomm Stadium is situated northwest of the intersection of I-8 and I-15, providing easy access to the stadium from several directions. Of course, if you want to avoid congested highways and speed up your access to the stadium, public transportation is a wise option. The San Diego Metropolitan Transportation System serves the stadium. The nearest station is the Qualcomm Stadium San Diego Trolley station, which is served by the Green Line. You can also take a ride on the Special Events line from the 12th and Imperial Transit Center on event days. It doesn't matter if you insist on driving to the stadium. Abundant parking options are provided for optimal convenience.

The Stadium parking lots offer more than 19,000 available parking spaces for visitors and cover an area of 166 acres. The parking rates vary based on the type of vehicles and individual event. You can follow instructions of the parking lot attendants to find the nearest parking lots to your seating sections.

For visitors heading to seating sections 1-16, the closest parking lot is Area 1. To arrive at Area 1, you need to head west on San Diego Mission Road and the entrance gate to the parking lots are on your left side. If you have seating sections 8-24, park in Area 4. You just need to proceed westbound on Friars Road and make a left turn into the far west parking entrance. When you have tickets for seating sections 25-44, park your vehicles in Area 3. You can drive eastward on Friars Road and switch to the right into the first parking lot entrance. For ticket holders of seating sections 36-61, the easiest parking lot is Area 2. Continue to drive east on Friars Road and turn to your right to enter the first parking lot entrance.

To find out the individual parking lot, check out the following parking map and spot the nearest lots for your visit.

Parking Map

http://www.sandiego.gov/qualcomm/pdf/parkmap.pdf

What about the parking rates? For San Diego State University Aztecs college football games, outer ring cars parking costs $10 and the parking fee is $20 for inner ring parking. The parking prices for RVs, limousines and buses are $20. When some major events, Holiday Bowl & Poinsettia Bowl or Monster Jam & Supercross are hosted at the stadium, both outer ring and inner ring cars parking will be charged $15. Oversized vehicles, like limousines, RVs and buses need $45. For any other events held at the stadium, the parking prices vary. You can contact the stadium for further parking info.

Several parking permit options are offered by the Chargers. You can choose the proper permit options according to your type of season ticket account. Reserved parking options are available in both outer and inner parking areas. Club and Suite ticket holders can park their vehicles at designated parking stalls. Other ticket holders can also get parking permits for reserved larger spots for RV parking and reserved tailgating areas. All these parking options are provided to serve visitors with greater driving and parking efficiency and a safer environment in the parking lots.

You must park RVs in the designated RV Parking Area, which is located in Sections A3 and A4. RVs are required to enter the designated parking lots via Gate 1 on San Diego Mission Road. To purchase RV permits or pre-paid parking in advance, you can call the Chargers Parking Hotline at 877 CHARGERS or 877-242-7437. If you need RV parking, be sure to buy permits in advance as the RV section does sell out quickly before the game.

The parking lots are open four hours before the scheduled time of kickoff. Regular tailgating parking spaces serve visitors on a first come first served basis. Reserved tailgating parking is available in sections P3, B3 and N3 and is sold in advance. If you need reserved tailgating parking, please call Ace Parking Hotline at 619-285-9392.

When it comes to the Chargers parking rates, inner ring parking areas and outer ring parking areas differ in parking prices. Side line parking and VIP reserved parking in inner ring cost $75. Reserved parking is available in inner ring at a charge of $45. Motorcycle parking at inner ring needs $25. For outer ring parking, the parking fees are $75 for reserved tailgating ring and $35 for reserved parking. Tailgating companion parking at outer ring is priced at $25. The rate for general parking at outer ring is $25 and charter buses and limos parking costs $150.

Several options are offered for RV parking. If you prefer seasonal reserved RV parking, the parking fee is $800, including 10 games. For single game reserved RV parking, you need to pay $100 with advanced purchase. Gameday RV parking is available at $150, which depends on availability.

Chargers Parking Map

http://www.sandiego.gov/qualcomm/pdf/parkmapchargers.pdf

Parking Tips:

- With only 19,000 parking spaces for 71,000 seats at Qualcomm Stadium, the stadium parking lot fills up quickly before the start of the event. This is especially true for events with large attendance. To ensure availability, you're recommended to get to the stadium at least three hours before the event.

- If you arrive late and the parking lot is closed, you can proceed to one of the Mission Valley trolley stops and then take a trolley ride to the stadium. If you're attending sold out events, try to research alternative traffic routes. You can avoid I-15 to Friars Road as it's the most congested route to Qualcomm Stadium. Heavy traffic and major delays are expected four hours before an event.

To ease the pressure on ground parking at Qualcomm Stadium, four overflow parking areas are offered for overflow stadium traffic. Consider these parking options when the stadium parking lot becomes full.

- Mission City Corporate Center: It's located at 2365 Northside Drive and is just adjacent to the Qualcomm Stadium. You can take Friars Road west to Northside Drive. The parking fee is $30.

- Marriott Mission Valley: Parking is available on Rio San Diego Drive at a fee of $20. You can drive along Friars Road and exit Qualcomm Way to Rio San Diego Drive. After parking your vehicles there, take the San Diego Trolley to get to the stadium from Rio Vista Station.

- San Diego State University: When you're driving along I-8, take exit on College Avenue and continue to drive southbound. There're several designated paid visitor parking lots on campus. The parking rates vary with different locations. Then you can take the San Diego Trolley at the San Diego State University Transit Center to arrive at the stadium.

- Town and County Hotel: Overflow parking is available at Town and County Hotel for $15. Just proceed on Friars Road. Head west to pass through Fashion Valley Mall and exit Fashion Valley Road. Then you can ride a trolley bus at the Fashion Valley Station to have access to the stadium.

There is only so much you can do in a San Diego Hotel room. Once you are done with lounging around, you will want to find the best means of entertainment for yourself. If you are a fan of football, and there are very few who aren't, then the Qualcomm Stadium is one place you will not want to miss. It is a multi-purpose stadium that doubles up as the home of the San Diego Chargers. You will find more at http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Qualcomm_Stadium

1. Renting the Stadium

If you want to rent the Qualcomm stadium for a special event, then it is an option available for you. There are several clubs, lounges and restaurants associated with the stadium that will make your event a special one. The best part is that you can plan an event for a small gathering or one on a massive scale of up to 70,000 people.

2. Five Points for Understanding the San Diego Chargers

- They are an American Professional Football team club.

- The Club saw its debut season in Los Angeles before it shifted to San Diego.

- They came into existence along with seven other teams in 1959.

- Their coach Sid Gillman reigned for a decade

- The term Fearsome Four was created to describe their defense line.

3. Websites that will Give You a Better Picture

A look at the seating arrangement at the Qualcomm Stadium

http://www.tickco.com/sc/755-1376/

Information on the upcoming events at The Qualcomm Stadium

http://www.sandiego.gov/qualcomm/event/

Clear some of the most common doubts on the stadium

http://www.sandiego.gov/qualcomm/faq/index.shtml

Qualcomm stadium is a very old stadium built in the year 1965. This famous stadium located in the Mission Valley area San Diego is one of the major tourist interests of San Diego. This wide stadium can accommodate more than 70,000 spectators.

From the time of construction this stadium is used for football and baseball games. This stadium is a home ground of 'The Chargers', the football team of San Diego. This stadium hosts both national and international football matches.

Most of the spectators who visit Qualcomm Stadium travel store, San Diego in the intermission of the football game. The hot selling item in the chargers store is Jersey which is sold at a price of 100$. Even though Qualcomm stadium can occupy more number of people parking is limited.

Hence, take private transport while you visit this fantastic stadium. Qualcomm stadium can be easily reached by Trolley and express bus service. This stadium offered shelter to the people who were badly affected by hurricane Katrina.

To know the seating capacity, sketch of the stadium, directions log on to http://www.sandiegochargerstickets.com/qualcomm-stadium.php

Seating Capacity of Baseball and Football at Qualcomm Stadium, San Diego is available in the following link.

http://askville.amazon.com/seating-capacity-Qualcomm-Stadium/AnswerViewer.do?requestId=10181619

Sports enthusiasts will go any length in obtaining tickets for their favorite sporting events. Cheering for your stars, going through the highs and lows, the tears of joy and tears of sorrow (because there can be only one winner) are all enthralling experiences which can be savored only when you are watching the action right at the spot where it is happening.

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Technology has made it possible for you to get a major part of the excitement over different screens ranging from your mobile phone to book reader to mammoth television screens. Yet, packed houses are a common feature at any venue across the world whenever important fixtures are held. And, the stadiums need you, the fans who are there in flesh and blood, paying to cram into whatever seat they can grab.

A huge blessing to sports enthusiasts is that they can pick and choose their seats while order a ticket for their favorite event. The experience becomes even more enjoyable when you buy your ticket from the comforts of your home and can even select a particular seat of your choice from what is offered. Seating charts give you the convenience of understanding the advantages and disadvantages associated with various seats and you should make it a practice to look the seating charts before buying your tickets. Let us consider the Qualcom Stadium seating chart to illustrate this point further.

Exhaustive information on Qualcom Stadium seating chart is contained in the web link furnished above. The salient features are as under:

The total seats are available are divided into Best, Excellent, Good, Economical, and seats to avoid. Each category is supported by facts justifying the classification. Your selection will be guided by your budget and the level of enthusiasm. While at the Stadium, you can also shop for your favorite sports gear.

When you are considering the Qualcom Stadium seating chart, you should also know that getting to the stadium can be a bit tricky on busy days. A trolley ride can be your best bet when you are moving from downtown San Diego. The fares are between $5 and $8 and the advantage is that the trolley will drop you right in front of the stadium steps. The total number of seats on offer and depicted in the Qualcom Stadium seating Chart presently is 71,500 and adequate food services are available in the stadium.

The Qualcomm stadium in San Diego is extremely famous because it has been home to several spectacular sporting moments in San Diego history. If you are a true sport lover, then chances are that you will love to head down to the Qualcomm stadium to have a great time watching a game or two. Ensure that you go down here for a game to have a good time. Book your San Diego area hotels for plenty of fun during your trip.

What is the Qualcomm stadium seating chart like?

The Qualcomm stadium has been designed to accommodate a large number of people. Once you take a look at the seating chart you can decide where you would like to have your seat. The experience of watching a game at the San Diego Qualcomm stadium will be truly spectacular. If you love sports and want to experience an offbeat vacation then it is probably a good idea to get your tickets to a game here. If you want to get tickets then it is best to contact them or book your passes online. Make it a point to visit the stadium for a fun vacation.

http://www.sandiego.gov/qualcomm/about/contact.shtml

How to contact them?

9449 Friars Road

San Diego, CA 92108

Telephone: (619) 641-3100

Fax: (619) 283-0460

Email: stadium@sandiego.gov

http://www.sandiego.gov/qualcomm/about/index.shtml

http://www.sandiego.gov/qualcomm/index.shtml