Purdue (West Lafayette, IN)

Distance from Stadium: 70 miles
Address: 7800 Col. H. Weir Cook Memorial Dr, Indianapolis, IN 46241
Airlines: Aer Lingus, Air Canada, Allegiant, American Airlines, Alaska Airlines, Delta Air Lines, Frontier, Southwest, Spirit Airlines, United Airlines.

Distance from Stadium: 120 miles
Address: 5700 S Cicero Ave, Chicago, IL 60638
Airlines: Allegiant, Delt Frontier, Porter Airlines, Southwest, Volaris Airlines.

THEE Purdue hotel. Newly renovated, right in the heart of campus, classy but modern. If you want the full Boilermaker experience, stay here.

A strong, walkable option just across the river from campus. Clean, simple, and super close to restaurants and shops.

Suites are ideal for campus visits and sporting events – just close enough to college life. Sample local dining options near campus, or cook dinner in your suite’s kitchen.

• Get to Tyler Trent Student Gate early. It’s one of the most meaningful entrances in college football — fans still stop for photos and tributes.

• Listen for the Train Horn. When that thing blasts in the distance, you KNOW it’s almost kickoff. Gives chills every time.

• Walk the Slayter Hill scene. Students pack this grassy hillside for tailgates — music, tents, lawn games, full chaos in a good way.

• Get your photo with the Boilermaker Special. The world’s largest drum gets hype, but the Special (the train) is the program’s real heartbeat.

• Expect classic Big Ten weather. Warm early, windy in October, freezing by November. Layers save lives here.

• After the game, hit Chauncey Hill. Bars, restaurants, students everywhere — it’s the Purdue postgame hub.

• Don’t underestimate walking distance. Campus is big, but Ross-Ade sits up north — take the campus loop bus if you’re staying near academic buildings.

Ross-Ade Stadium is located at John R Wooden Dr, West Lafayette, IN 47906

Directions, road closures, parking maps and more can be found at the official venue website below.

Triple XXX Family Restaurant

Old-school diner famous for burgers, milkshakes, and being the backdrop of “Diners, Drive-Ins & Dives.” Purdue fans LOVE it.

Harry’s Chocolate Shop

Purdue landmark. Dive bar vibes, iconic drinks, and home of the “Go Ugly Early” motto. Alumni make pilgrimages here.

Bruno’s Pizza

A Lafayette staple since the 1950s — checkered tablecloths, family-style Italian, and some of the best pizza in the region.

Ripple & Company

Comfort food + cocktails in a modern spot. Good brunch the morning after a late game.

Nine Irish Brothers

Live music, big portions, Guinness poured right — excellent energy on gameday weekends.

Two Purdue icons. The fountains + campus architecture create some of the most scenic spots in the Big Ten.

He’s Purdue’s most famous alum. His statue outside Armstrong Hall is a must-see for space and engineering fans.

Lafayette Brewing Co., People’s Brewing Co., Brokerage Brewing — solid stops for craft-beer fans.