Football Home Opener: Know Before You Go

The University of Colorado will host the University of Nebraska in our home opener this Saturday, September 9 at 10 a.m. Check out everything you need to know for the first game and other games this season below. Note that gates for the Nebraska game will open at 8 a.m. and fans are encouraged to enter the stadium no later than the one hour mark before kickoff to avoid missing any pregame festivities, including Ralphie's Run and kickoff.

This week we welcome Fox Big Noon Kickoff, live from Farrand Field. The pregame tailgate party begins at 7 a.m. and the show begins at 8 a.m.

Please be reminded that beginning this season, there is no re-entry to Folsom Field. Once you enter the game, you cannot leave and come back inside the stadium. Also, Folsom Field has a clear bag policy in place. Please review the website for reminders on what bags are permitted in the stadium.

WHAT TO WEAR - For this week, wear your favorite Buffs gear! We will have three color themes this season: Sept. 16 - Buffs Wear Black, Sept. 30 - Buffs Wear White, Oct. 13 - Gold Rush.

THE NIGHT BEFORE THE GAME

PEARL STREET STAMPEDE - Don't miss one of the best community traditions in Boulder! Join us for the Pearl Street Stampede on Friday night, with the Golden Buffalo Marching Band, CU Spirit Squad, Chip the Buffalo and CU Athletic teams as we celebrate gameday in a pep rally/parade. Stampede starts at 7 p.m. on the 1300 Block of Pearl Street in front of the courthouse and heads west.

TICKETS AND PARKING

PARKING—Parking lots for the Nebraska game will open at 6 a.m. Donor parking permits have already been mailed out, and those fans wishing to purchase on campus single game parking must do so upon arrival on campus. To learn more about single game parking, click here. All Public Parking Lots on main campus are $30 Text to Pay after you park. Parking lots are filled on a first-come, first-served basis, main campus public parking is very limited and will fill each game.

BUFFS MOBILE APP—The comprehensive app from the Buffs and our partner SideArm is your one-stop shop on your device for all things CU Buffs. This app is the best way to purchase and manage tickets and get them in your wallet for entry into Folsom Field. On top of ticketing, the app also features our latest news, rosters, live stats, maps, videos and much more. Fans are encouraged to download the app before heading to the stadium and getting their tickets in their wallet ahead of time.

MOBILE TICKETING—All CU home events are completely mobile ticketed. After purchasing tickets, you will be emailed your mobile tickets to add to your wallet or they will be available in the Buffs Mobile App. Check out our step-by-step process to manage your mobile tickets. We encourage you to add your tickets to your wallet now.

TRANSFER TICKETS—Can't make the game and want to send seats to a friend? This is easiest to do in the Buffs Mobile App by selecting the tickets tab, clicking manage tickets, clicking transfer tickets and selecting the season and game you'd like to transfer. Enter the recipients email address or mobile phone number and you're all set. Prefer the website? Click here to learn how.

SEATGEEK—Colorado Athletics is proud to partner with SeatGeek, the Official Fan to Fan Ticket Marketplace of the Colorado Buffaloes. This exciting partnership with SeatGeek allows you more freedom in pricing, number of ticket listings and lets you reach more ticket buyers than ever before. Can't make a game? Season ticket holders can login to their account, and under "My Tickets" select Sell on SeatGeek to get started.

TO DO AND TO KNOW ON GAMEDAY

FAN CODE OF CONDUCT—We're excited to welcome students, alumni, and fans to Folsom Field for what promises to be a once-in-a-lifetime football season! While we're cheering on the Buffs, let's make sure we're all doing our part by staying true to the University of Colorado Boulder's core values of honor, integrity, and respect. Join us in standing "Shoulder to Shoulder" to make Buffs football a great experience for all!

CHIP'S KIDS CLUB AREA—Duane Field is the new location for Chip's Kids Club Area this season. This space opens three hours prior to the game. Will include inflatables for kids and games for the whole family.

BUFFS FAN FEST—Located on Duane Field, Buffs Fan Fest is the official tailgate of Colorado Athletics and is open to everyone. Fan Fest will be open at 7 a.m. on Saturday and there will be cashless concessions and merchandise available.

BUFF WALK—The Buff Walk is Back! Welcome the team to the stadium on the east side of Folsom Field, this year happening ON Franklin Field. Head over at 7:25 a.m. this week so you don't miss the arrival of the team.

CASHLESS TRANSACTIONS—All transactions at the ticket office, concession stands and merchandise areas will be cashless.

THE NIGHT BEFORE THE GAME

TICKETS AND PARKING

TO DO AND TO KNOW ON GAMEDAY

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