Key Things To Know About Tailgating, Parking, Rice-Eccles Stadium For 2023

SALT LAKE CITY – Utah football is just around the corner, but before you head up for game day at Rice-Eccles Stadium there are a few policies you should be aware of.

The RES social media account has put out a series of posts about tailgating, parking, and general rules for admission you may have missed.

Check out this guide and keep it handy as the season kicks off on August 31 against the Florida Gators.

We're counting down the days until football season! We can't wait to see you at all of our home games this year. pic.twitter.com/2kwRV13jlY

— Rice-Eccles Stadium (@Rice_Eccles) August 16, 2023

Clear Bag Policy

Rice-Eccles Stadium has a clear bag policy for games at the stadium.

• You may bring in one clear bag (12″ X 6″ X 12″) or a 1-gallon storage plastic bag.
• One clear bag per fan.
• A small clutch, purse, or wallet is also allowable for privacy.
• You may also bring in one factory sealed water bottle up to 1 liter.

No Strollers In Rice-Eccles Stadium

This season, strollers will not be allowed inside the stadium. If fans have strollers, Utah has a bag storage area they can be placed in.

Policy update: Strollers are no longer allowed inside Rice-Eccles Stadium or Huntsman Center. Strollers can be stored at Bag Storage. pic.twitter.com/onESoCuhQA

— Rice-Eccles Stadium (@Rice_Eccles) August 17, 2023

Tailgating Information

The main tailgate area is located at the Guardsman’s Lot across the street from the Spence and Cleone Eccles Football Facility. There are also other, smaller designated areas located across campus.

Parking to join the festivities in the main lot will open August 28-30 and is located behind the Salt Lake Sports Complex.

WOW! Only 27 days until @Utah_Football home opener against Florida. If you are joining us for tailgating during the week of the game, please keep this information in mind. pic.twitter.com/fAKlcsSdlA

— Rice-Eccles Stadium (@Rice_Eccles) August 4, 2023

Game Day Parking

Rice-Eccles Stadium also provided this map of designated game day parking for games, as well as a reminder your game ticket will allow you to ride Trax for free to avoid the hassle of parking on campus.

Joining us on campus for a football game this fall? Here's our parking map! If you aren't driving, remember your football ticket acts as your @RideUTA pass to campus the day of the game. pic.twitter.com/GeJcQQWrvY

— Rice-Eccles Stadium (@Rice_Eccles) August 22, 2023

Where To Go For Additional Game Day Info/Questions

If you have any additional questions about game days at Utah or need more information, be sure to check out their website at this link.

 

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