How to get ready for game day
It’s finally football season! The CU Buffs will take on Georgia Tech at their first home game on Aug. 29. Whether you’re on campus for the game, attending a watch party or cheering from home, here are some tips to get ready for game day.
Check out events before the game
Pearl Street Stampede
Thursday, Aug. 28 | 7 p.m. | Pearl Street
The Pearl Street Stampede is a fall tradition, featuring the Golden Buffalo Marching Band, Colorado Spirit Squad and members of the CU Buffs football team. The stampede will begin in front of the courthouse and move west, stopping on each block of the Pearl Street Mall to perform.
Student Game Day Huddle
Friday, Aug. 29 | 3-5 p.m. | Farrand Field
The Student Game Day Huddle is a tailgate tradition where students can come cheer on the Buffs before CU’s home games. There will be free food, giveaways, games, music and a chance to walk on to Folsom Field if you are chosen as the Student Fan of the Game.
Get organized
If you’re attending the game at Folsom Field, here are some things to know:
- Wear either black or white: The first home game of the season is a stripe out—find your section’s color to wear.
- Use a clear bag: Folsom Field has a clear bag policy in place. Review Folsom Field policies and reminders.
- Practice the CU Fight Song: Watch this video to learn the CU Fight Song before game day.
Be respectful and considerate
Remember that you’re a Buff wherever you are. Whether you’re watching the game at Folsom Field, a local restaurant or a friend’s house off campus, be considerate and respectful to those around you. Buffs stand shoulder to shoulder and value honor, respect and integrity. Make sure you’re welcoming fans, new and old, treating everyone with dignity and celebrating responsibly.
If you’re off campus, be mindful of noise levels. Excessive noise at any time of the day can result in a nuisance ticket—a common citation that can be avoided. You can also be fined if there is trash in your yard or around your property.
If you’re planning on hosting a gathering, lower your chances of receiving an expensive ticket by registering your party with Off-Campus Life. Registering your party will give you a 20-minute notification to shut things down before police are dispatched if a complaint has been made against your address.
Look out for yourselves and each other
We can all do our part to look out for fellow Buffs, both on and off campus.
- If you’re concerned about your safety or someone else's, keep an eye on the situation and don’t hesitate to call for help. Always call 911 in a drug- or alcohol-related emergency.
- Review the Amnesty Policy to learn more about what to do if you need to call for help in an alcohol- or drug-related emergency.
- Review more information about how you can be an effective bystander and look out for other members of our community.