Nickerson Field
Park University stadium hosting college sports and events
On Boston University’s campus, Nickerson Field hosts college football, soccer and lacrosse matches; spectators attend varsity games and campus events.
Nickerson Field is a multiuse stadium on Boston University’s campus located on the site of the former Braves Field. It serves as the university’s outdoor sports venue.
The site was originally home to Braves Field, a Major League Baseball ballpark from the early 20th century; after the team left, the property was incorporated into Boston University’s campus and redeveloped as a university athletic field.
The stadium is on Boston University’s campus in the Allston/Brighton area of Boston, within walking distance of the Charles River and BU academic buildings.
- Historic site: sits on part of the former Boston Braves baseball stadium (Braves Field) and retains some original brickwork and layout elements
- Current use: used by Boston University for football, soccer and lacrosse as a multiuse collegiate stadium
How to Get to Nickerson Field #
Nickerson Field sits on Boston University’s Allston campus along Babcock Street. Take the MBTA Green Line B branch to the Babcock Street stop (or Kenmore station on the Green Line if you prefer) and walk a few minutes west to the field; several local MBTA buses serve Allston/ Brighton along Commonwealth Avenue. By car it’s roughly 3 miles west of downtown Boston - drive via Storrow Drive/MA‑28 or Commonwealth Avenue (allow extra time for campus traffic and limited parking).
Tips for Visiting Nickerson Field #
- Check Boston University's athletics and events calendar before you go-Nickerson Field hosts college games and special events that close the grounds to the public, so visiting on a weekday morning outside event dates will be much quieter.
- Arrive via Kenmore (MBTA Green Line) or on-foot from the BU campus along Commonwealth Avenue to avoid searching for parking; the field is very walkable from Kenmore Square and campus pathways.
- If you're attending a game or concert, arrive well before kickoff to deal with ticket lines and event-specific street closures and parking restrictions.
Best Time to Visit Nickerson Field #
Best visited spring through fall for outdoor events and good weather; winters are cold and often snowy.
Weather & Climate near Nickerson Field #
Temperate climate with warm summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -8°C to 29°C. Abundant rainfall (1139 mm/year), wettest in November, distributed fairly evenly throughout the year.
January
January is the coldest month with highs of 2°C and lows of -8°C. Significant rainfall (101 mm).
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February
February is freezing with highs of 4°C and lows of -7°C. Regular rainfall (87 mm).
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March
March is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of -2°C. Significant rainfall (104 mm).
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April
April is cold with highs of 14°C and lows of 3°C. Regular rainfall (96 mm).
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May
May is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 9°C. Regular rainfall (87 mm).
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June
June is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 14°C. Regular rainfall (89 mm).
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July
July is the warmest month with highs of 29°C and lows of 17°C. Regular rainfall (86 mm).
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August
August is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 16°C. Regular rainfall (93 mm).
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September
September is cool with highs of 24°C and lows of 12°C. Regular rainfall (92 mm).
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October
October is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 6°C. Regular rainfall (98 mm).
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November
November is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 1°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (105 mm).
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December
December is cold with highs of 5°C and lows of -4°C. Significant rainfall (101 mm).
