What to Wear to a Football Game in Cold Weather (Ideas)

Short answer: Dress in layers: a thermal base, a warm sweater, thick socks, waterproof boots and a long wool coat on top. You sit still for hours at a game, so cover your legs, hands and head as well as your torso.

A football game in cold weather means three or more hours of sitting, often in wind. A good coat does most of the work, but what you wear under it and on your feet matters just as much. Here are two complete outfits built around coats from our shop.

Dressier game day: charcoal double-breasted overcoat

Our Knee Length Double Breasted Wool Overcoat for Men is charcoal grey with a heathered texture, and the hem falls around or below the knee, which helps with cold bleacher seats. Wear it over a thermal base layer and a thick knit sweater, with dark jeans or wool trousers, waterproof boots with grippy soles, a wool scarf and a team-color beanie. It is a business-style coat with a slim tailored fit, so check the size chart if you plan to layer heavily. All sales are final.

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Everyday and easy: oatmeal hooded wool coat

Our Hooded Wool Coat for Women with Hood is a taupe/oatmeal double-faced style with a drawstring hood, large patch pockets and buttoned cuffs. Build the outfit with thermal leggings under jeans, a chunky sweater in your team's color, wool socks and waterproof boots. The relaxed straight fit leaves room for layers, and the neutral coat lets a scarf or beanie carry the team color. Pack gloves in the pockets and a small clear bag if the stadium requires one.

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Layer from the skin out

Start with a thin thermal base layer, add a sweater or fleece, then finish with your coat. Several thin layers hold warmth better than one bulky piece, and you can peel one off if the sun comes out. Avoid cotton next to your skin if you expect rain or sweat, since it stays damp. Leave your coat a little roomy so the layers underneath are not squeezed flat. If you are between sizes, look at the size chart before ordering.

Protect your feet, hands and head

Cold concrete steals heat through your soles, so wear waterproof boots with thick wool socks and room to wiggle your toes. Bring gloves and a hat, since you lose comfort fast when your hands and ears are cold. Check the stadium's bag policy before you go, because many venues only allow small clear bags. Hand warmers in a pocket are cheap and useful for the fourth quarter. A stadium seat cushion also keeps the cold from creeping up from the bench.

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Questions, answered

Is a long coat a good choice for a football game?

Yes, especially for sitting. A hem at or below the knee covers your upper legs, which get cold on bleachers. Wear warm layers underneath and boots on your feet.

What shoes should I wear to a cold football game?

Choose waterproof boots with grippy soles and wear thick wool socks. Stadium steps and parking lots can be wet or icy, and cold feet make the whole day miserable.

How long does shipping take, and can I return a coat?

Shipping is free to the US and takes 7-14 business days. All sales are final, so check the size chart before ordering. Damaged, defective or wrong items are replaced or refunded within 14 days of delivery.