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WU20 O26 Hayward Field
 

KNOW BEFORE YOU GO

 

Updated as of 3 August 2026

Questions? Email info@gotracktownusa.com.

 

 

MAP

 

 

HOURS BY DAY

 

Times are subject to change. All times listed in Pacific Time.

 

COMPETITION TIMETABLE

 

  5 AUGUST 6 AUGUST 7 AUGUST 8 AUGUST 9 AUGUST
MORNING SESSION

Gates open at 9:30 AM

 

Competition begins at 10:00 AM

Gates open at 9:30 AM

 

Competition begins at 10:00 AM

Gates open at 9:30 AM

 

Competition begins at 10:00 AM

Gates open at 8:30 AM

 

Competition begins at 9:00 AM

 
EVENING SESSION

Gates open at 5:00 PM

 

Fan Festival & Champions Club VIP Experience: 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM

 

Competition begins at 6:00 PM

Gates open at 4:45 PM

 

Fan Festival & Champions Club VIP Experience: 4:45 PM – 10:00 PM

 

Competition begins at 6:00 PM

Gates open at 3:45 PM

 

Fan Festival & Champions Club VIP Experience: 3:45 PM – 10:00 PM

 

Competition begins at 5:00 PM

Gates open at 4:15 PM

 

Fan Festival & Champions Club VIP Experience: 4:15 PM – 10:00 PM

 

Competition begins at 5:45 PM

Gates open at 10:15 AM

 

Fan Festival & Champions Club VIP Experience: 10:15 AM – 5:00 PM

 

Competition begins at 12:00 PM

 

 

TICKETS & MOBILE ACCESS

 

📱 YOUR PHONE IS YOUR TICKET

All tickets for the World Athletics U20 Championships Oregon 26 are 100% digital.

 

How to Access and Manage Your Tickets

 

1. Using your mobile device, log in to your University of Oregon Ticket Account. Be sure to log in using the email address linked to your order.

LOG IN

2. Once logged in, tap Manage Tickets under Quick Links.

3. Select a ticket to display a barcode.

 

Pro Tip: Add your tickets to your Apple or Google Wallet before you leave home. Adding passes to your wallet guarantees offline access, easier navigation, and no reliance on Wi-Fi.

 

For step-by-step guides on managing your tickets, including how to transfer or forward tickets, please refer to our Ticket FAQ page.

 

Need Help?

For account or log-in issues, please contact the UO Box Office at 1-800-WEBFOOT. For general event and ticket questions, reach out to our team at tickets@gotracktownusa.com.

 

Essential Session and Venue Rules

 

Session-Specific Entry: Your ticket is valid only for the specific session and date indicated on the mobile pass.

 

Venue Clearance Between Sessions: Hayward Field will be cleared of spectators at the conclusion of each morning session.

 

Scanning in for Evening Sessions: If you are attending both a morning and an evening session on the same day, you must exit the venue at the end of the morning session and scan your evening ticket at the gates prior to entering for the evening events.

 

Re-Entry Policy: Same-session re-entry is not permitted without explicit authorization and a reentry stamp from a gate supervisor prior to exiting.

 

Key Ticket Policies At-A-Glance

 

Child Entry: Guests ages two and up require a ticket. Children under two may sit on the lap of an accompanying adult (one lap child per adult).

 

Guaranteed Tickets: Admission is only guaranteed for tickets purchased through official ticket providers (University of Oregon Athletic Ticket Office, Ticketmaster, or Fevo).

 

VIP & Hospitality: Champions Club VIP Passes do not grant stadium admission; a matching session ticket is required.

 

The Hayward Field Box Office will be open each day beginning at the times listed below:

 

Wednesday, 5 August:

Morning Session: 9:30 AM

Evening Session: 5:00 PM

 

Thursday, 6 August:

Morning Session: 9:30 AM

Evening Session: 4:45 PM

 

Friday, 7 August:

Morning Session: 9:30 AM

Evening Session: 3:45 PM

 

Saturday, 8 August:

Morning Session: 8:30 AM

Evening Session: 4:15 PM

 

Sunday, 9 August: 10:15 AM

 

 

PARKING

 

Garage parking and metered street parking are available near Hayward Field on a first-come, first-served basis.

 

UNIVERSITY OF OREGON PARKING INFORMATION

 

 

OTHER TRANSPORTATION OPTIONS

 

Bike Valet

 

A complimentary bike valet will be available Wednesday, 5 August – Sunday, 9 August for guests traveling to Hayward Field by bike or e-bike. Strollers are permitted for check-in at the bike valet as strollers are not allowed inside Hayward Field.

 

Bike Valet Hours of Operation

Wednesday, 5 August – Friday, 7 August: 9:00 AM – 10:30 PM

Saturday, 8 August: 8:00 AM – 10:30 PM

Sunday, 9 August: 10:30 AM – 5:30 PM

 

The bike valet will be located next to the Knight Law Center on Agate Street, just east of Hayward Field.

 

Please note: Only bicycles and e-bikes will be accepted. Bike locks are not required, but guests are welcome to use them if preferred.

 

Bike Share

 

Eugene has hundreds of blue bicycles available for self-service rental from hubs throughout central Eugene, many of which are adjacent to free parking (Skinner's Butte, Lane Events Center, YMCA). Leave your car far from the venue and ride right up to one of the many on-campus bike pickup and return hubs close to Hayward Field.

 

Public Transportation

 

Public Transportation in Lane County is operated by Lane Transit District (LTD). For public transportation information, including bus schedules, please visit www.ltd.org.

 

Taxi & Rideshare Services

 

Click here for information on taxi services.

 

Rideshare companies such as Uber and Lyft are available in Eugene. Please note driver availability varies and is limited.

 

 

ACCESSIBILITY (ADA)

 

Guests requiring mobility assistance will have access to designated golf cart transportation throughout the event. Staff will be available to assist guests traveling between ADA parking areas, guest services booths, and Hayward Field.

 

For any ADA-related questions, please email info@gotracktownusa.com.

 

 

WOMEN'S LACTATION SPACE

 

A lactation space is available inside the Guest Services booth near Section 118 on the concourse. During morning sessions, the space is managed by Guest Services staff. During evening sessions, Guest Services staff are joined by a representative from Women's Care Group to provide a comfortable and welcoming space for nursing mothers.

 

A mini refrigerator will also be available for storage during the event.

 

The lactation space will be available beginning when gates open to the public and remaining open throughout the event.

 

 

ACCOMMODATIONS

 

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SUSTAINABILITY

 

At Hayward Field, we’re committed to reducing our environmental impact through thoughtful and actionable sustainability practices.

 

Bring Your Own Water Bottle

Fans are encouraged to bring their own empty water bottles and fill up at one of the many free water stations throughout Hayward Field. Personal reusable water bottles of any size are allowed, but metal bottles are not permitted inside the venue.

 

Reduce Your Carbon Footprint: Take Public Transportation

Taking the bus is a quick and easy option for getting around town thanks to the Lane Transit District (LTD). Take the Emerald Express (EmX) across the city of Eugene and back and forth to the nearby city of Springfield. When you use it to get to Hayward Field, step off the bus at Agate Street (intersection of Agate Street and Franklin Boulevard). The EmX offers raised platforms for easy boarding. For public transportation information, including bus schedules, please click here

 

Go Green: Walk or Bike to Hayward Field

We encourage fans to use alternative and active transportation options, such as walking or biking, to get to the event. Enjoy the Eugene scenery by using the Ruth Bascom Riverbank Path System. A free bike valet will be available.

 

 

HAYWARD FIELD GUEST POLICIES

 

Camera Policy

 

Any professional equipment or device capable of being used for the recording, transmission or dissemination by any other manner of sound, moving or still images, description or results of the Event, including, but not limited to, cameras with detachable lenses, GoPro cameras, drones and remote-controlled unmanned aerial vehicles, selfie sticks and hand-held extension poles for cameras or other electronic devices. Personal cell phones are permitted.

 

Clear Bag Policy

 

The University of Oregon has a Clear Bag Policy for all athletics events. Fans may bring in one clear bag no larger than 12" x 6" x 12" or a 1-gallon plastic storage bag. Fans are limited to one clear bag per person. Small clutch bags no larger than 4.5" x 6.5" are allowed. Prohibited bags include, but are not limited to, purses, backpacks (including drawstring backpacks), diaper bags, binocular cases, camera cases, fanny packs, luggage, seat cushions with a zipper, any bag larger than the permissible size, and any bag that is not clear. Details of the policy can be found here.

 

Personal Water Bottles

 

We encourage everyone coming to Hayward Field to bring personal refillable water bottles (metal water bottles are not allowed) to the event. Free water refilling stations will be available throughout Hayward Field.

 

Prohibited Items

 

The following items are prohibited from entering the secure perimeter of the venue. This list is subject to change.

 

    • Purses larger than a clutch (4.5” x 6.5”) or bag including but not limited to briefcases, backpacks, fanny packs, diaper bags, cinch bags, cooler bags, computer bags, camera bags, binocular case or luggage of any kind

 

    • Bottles, cans, glass containers, open plastic beverage containers (unless empty), thermos, vacuum bottles and other similar insulated containers, metal containers (including metal water bottles and aerosol sunscreen)

 

    • Seat cushions with pockets, zippers, compartments or covers

 

    • Coolers, ice chests, alcoholic beverages, picnic baskets, food (unless medically necessary)

 

    • Strollers

 

    • Certain banners, poles, weapons, munitions, ammunition, umbrellas, balls, frisbees, explosives, fireworks, flares and smoke bombs, drones, laser pointers, inflatable devices or any other items which could compromise public safety or disrupt the athletes or cause unreasonable interference to other spectators’ view of events or interfere with television production

 

    • Any type of promotional or commercial item including but not limited to banners, badges, signs, symbols and leaflets

 

    • Any professional equipment or device capable of being used for the recording, transmission or dissemination by any other manner of sound, moving or still images, description or results of the Event, except for sound or video devices brought for private use (e.g. personal cell phones)

 

    • Any other material held as dangerous and/or not authorized by the Rules. The list of Prohibited Items is subject to change and interpretation at the sole discretion of the Authorities without notice.

 

If you have additional questions, please email us at info@gotracktownusa.com.

 

Spectator Code of Conduct

 

The event is committed to creating a safe, comfortable, and enjoyable experience for all in attendance. To ensure a safe and celebratory environment, we ask that spectators refrain from the following behavior:

 

    • Smoking; for a healthier community and cleaner environment the University of Oregon is smoke and tobacco free. All visitors are asked to not smoke or use tobacco products on University of Oregon owned or controlled properties which includes Hayward Field and its grounds.

 

    • Violating federal, state, or local laws; failing to follow instructions of event personnel or law enforcement.

 

    • Bringing prohibited items into the venue (see list above).

 

    • Behavior that is unruly, disruptive, or illegal in nature; profanity or other offensive language; wearing obscene or indecent clothing (footwear is required at all times); fighting or threatening behavior; unauthorized loitering or solicitation; gambling.

 

    • Interfering with the progress of competition (including throwing of items or entering the competition field/track); obstructing views of other spectators or access ways (including banners, umbrellas, signs, flags); affixing signs or other materials to the venue.

 

    • Unauthorized recording, videotaping, broadcasting or transmission through mobile phones, radios, and other recording or transmission devices; unauthorized marketing, advertising or promotional activity.

 

    • Operation of Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS/drones) is prohibited within a one-mile radius of Hayward Field during competition.

 

Failure to comply with the Spectator Code of Conduct will result in removal from the venue.

 

See Something, Say Something

 

Please report suspicious activity to event security or call (541) 346-2919.

 

If there is an emergency, please call 9-1-1.

 

Questions? Email info@gotracktownusa.com.