Know Before You Go - Rocky Mountain Showdown

Colorado will host Colorado State this Saturday, September 16 at 8 p.m.  Note that gates for the CSU game will open at 6 p.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 is a very special week on campus as we are excited to welcome ESPN College Gameday to CU for the first time since 1996, at the Leeds Business School field, as well as Fox Big Noon Kickoff back at Farrand Field for the second week in a row. This is the first time we have hosted both college football pregame shows on the same day.

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, BUFFS WEAR BLACK! We will have three color themes this season: Sept. 16 - Buffs Wear Black, Sept. 30 - Buffs Wear White, Oct. 13 - Gold Rush.

THE DAY BEFORE THE GAME

ESPN SHOWS ON BUSINESS FIELD—Beginning at 8 a.m. on FRIDAY, ESPN will be broadcasting live. The pit opens at 5:30 a.m.

• Get Up with Desmond Howard at 7:35 a.m.
• First Take Live with Stephen A. Smith, Shannon Sharpe, Molly Qerin and special guests starts at 8 a.m.
• The Pat McAfee Show with special guests begins at 10 a.m.
• CFB Live, featuring Jen Lada, Desmond Howard, Pete Thamel and Stanford Steve begins at 4 p.m.
• SportsCenter Live with Elle Duncan begins taping at 2:45 p.m. and the show runs from 4-5 p.m.  
• All of these shows are open to the public.

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 Colorado State game will open at 2 p.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!

IMPORTANT PARKING INFORMATION - Fans planning to attend either ESPN COLLEGE GAMEDAY or FOX BIG NOON KICKOFF may park for the morning in the Regent Drive Garage (Lot 436) or the Euclid Parking Garage (Lot 205). This parking will be FREE until 12 p.m. Those wishing to park for the full game day, should pay $30 through the ParkMobile app or may text to pay following signage directions at each lot.

ESPN COLLEGE GAMEDAY—The fan pit opens at 5 a.m. and the show goes on the air from 7-10 a.m. ESPN will be located on the Business Field across from the CU Events Center. ESPN will have t-shirts, gift cards, Buffs gear and ESPN prize packs to give away all morning.

FOX BIG NOON KICKOFF - The fan pit opens at 5 a.m. on Farrand Field with the show starting at 8 a.m. until 10 a.m.

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 4 p.m. on Saturday and there will be cashless concessions and merchandise available.

BUFF WALK—Welcome the team to the stadium on the east side of Folsom Field, this year happening ON Franklin Field. Head over at 5:25 p.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.