Lockheed Martin Armed Forces Bowl

Amon G. Carter Stadium

Representing strength and sacrifice, this year's trophy was designed to honor all six branches of the US Military

A Look Inside the New Lockheed Martin
Armed Forces Bowl Trophy

Held high above the shoulders of champions, the new trophy represents more than victory. A symbol of strength and fortitude, the Lockheed Martin Armed Forces Bowl Trophy stands as a testament to the courage of our brothers and sisters in arms– both past and present – who selflessly serve our country.

The Lockheed Martin Armed Forces Bowl game honors and recognizes the enormous sacrifices that America’s military personnel have made on the battlefield. And included within the trophy – the DNA, let’s call it, are decommissioned pieces of Lockheed Martin aircraft, spacecraft and weapons that are combat proven, like the Armed Forces that inspired it. Representing each of the six branches of the United States Armed Forces, each piece that goes into the trophy is an iconic symbol befitting of those who answer the call of duty.

OUR HISTORY 

The Lockheed Martin Armed Forces Bowl

The Lockheed Martin Armed Forces Bowl celebrated the 20th anniversary of its postseason college football bowl game on December 22, 2022. The Air Force Falcons defeated the Baylor Bears 30-15 in one of the coldest bowl games in history.

Owned and operated by ESPN Events, the Lockheed Martin Armed Forces Bowl has featured the “armed forces” theme since 2006. Patriotic overtones recognizing all six branches of the service are prevalent throughout the game. Past Lockheed Martin Armed Forces Bowls have included fan-fest areas showcasing armed forces hardware; flyovers; demonstrations by several of the military's top skydiving teams; the awarding of custom homes to wounded warriors; on-field induction ceremonies; armed forces bands and honor guards and the awarding of the annual "Great American Patriot Award" (GAPA) presented by Armed Forces Insurance.

Lockheed Martin joined the bowl on February 5, 2014, as the title sponsor of the postseason college football game formerly known as the Bell Helicopter Armed Forces Bowl (2006 - 2013). In 2019, Lockheed Martin committed to an extension of their title sponsorship through the 2025 game.

The most valuable player award is named after Tom Starr who help start our Fort Worth bowl game and was the first Executive Director of the Armed Forces Bowl.  Starr served in Vietnam and was the recipient of a Bronze Star, two Joint Service Commendation Medals, a Vietnam Service Medal and a Vietnam Campaign Medal. 

HOME OF THE BRAVE

Amon G. Carter Stadium is located on the campus of Texas Christian University in Fort Worth, Texas, and home to the TCU Horned Frogs football team. It is named after Amon G. Carter, a prominent Fort Worth businessman, newspaper publisher, and city booster. ADA parking is located on a first come first serve basis in each parking lot.

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* Prohibited Actions and Items. The Lockheed Martin Armed Forces Bowl reserves the right to remove any object from spectators if deemed inappropriate or unsafe.

* Concealed Hand Guns Prohibited. A person licensed under Subchapter H, Chapter 411, Government Code, may not enter Amon G. Carter Stadium with a concealed handgun.

* Seat cushions or chair backs not allowed.

* Stadium does not allow the rights to display advertising, banners, signs or commercially wrapped logo vehicles or the distribution of promotional items anywhere on the grounds.

* TABC rules govern all alcohol usage.

Teams

The home team will not be determined until both teams are selected. The home team will be on the East Sideline.

Player Will Call is located at the ticket office windows near gate 6.

Omni Fort Worth Hotel; Worthington Renaissance.

December 22 at 11:30 a.m. at the Omni Fort Worth. The luncheon is open to the public and tickets may be purchased via the button below.

PARKING

Yes. This is highly recommended. Fans may pre-purchase parking via this link. Purchase Parking Tickets

Each lot has a few designated ADA spots on a first-come first-served basis. Pre-purchase of ADA spots (while supplies last) are in the Frog Alley garage on the north side of the stadium. Purchase Here.

RV parking is located in lot 13RV. $50 per RV parking pass. Lot opens the morning of the game. RV parking lot tickets may be purchased via the button below.

Parking Map

10:00 AM CT

General Bus Parking and Alumni Bus Parking will be at Overton Center, 4100 International Plaza; Fort Worth, TX 76109. Buses may drop passengers off at Lot 1 on Bellaire Drive. Proceed to park at Overton center. Return for pick up near the end of the game.

GAME DAY

Saturday, December 23, 2023 at 2:30 p.m. (CT)

The game is played at Amon G. Carter Stadium, on the campus of TCU in Fort Worth, Texas. For directions, click here.

12:30 PM CT

Since all tickets are digital and delivered onto a mobile device, there will not be ticket purchases on game day at a ticket office. 

Since all tickets are digital and delivered via onto a mobile device, there are no will call windows.

Fans are permitted to tailgate within the confines of your parking space. One parking pass = One space, One vehicle per space. No tailgating equiment or tents or grills or gathering is permited in the driveways or fire lanes.

The address to Amon G. Carter Stadium is 2850 Stadium Drive, Fort Worth 76129.

There will be a merchandise stadium in the Tailgate Outpost fan fest area as well as on the concourse inside the stadium.

11:00 AM - 2:00 PM CT

TICKETS

Armchair seating and access into the club area, food buffet and a cash bar, which opens two hours before kickoff.

All ticketing will be digital for the Armed Forces Bowl game.

Kids two and under are considered lap children and do not require a ticket.