Know Before You Go
Game-Day Guide
Everything you need for a smooth day at the Classic — parking, gates, bag policy, prohibited items, accessibility, and weather.
Key Times
Timeline at a glance
11:00 AM
Tailgate Village Opens
Food trucks, live DJ, kids zone
12:30 PM
Gates Open
Clear bag policy in effect
1:45 PM
Pregame Ceremony
Team walk & national anthem
2:00 PM
Kickoff
Know Before You Go
Policies & essentials
Bag Policy
Clear bags only
Clear bags 12"x6"x12" or smaller. Small clutch purses (4.5"x6.5") also allowed. All bags subject to search at gates.
Parking
Free parking, arrive early
Lots open at 10 AM. Expect heavy traffic on Lawton Chiles Ln after 12:30 PM — plan to arrive by noon.
Kids
Ages 4 and under free
Children ages 4 and under admitted free with a ticketed adult. Ages 5–9 pay the $10 youth rate; ages 10+ pay $20. Kids Zone in the North Lot from 11 AM.
Re-entry
Re-entry with wristband
Re-entry allowed with a valid wristband issued at the gate. Keep it on all day.
Weather
Rain or shine
The game is played rain or shine. Refunds only if the event is fully cancelled by the ICAA.
Not Allowed
Prohibited items
The following items are not permitted inside Lawton Chiles Stadium. All bags are subject to search at gates.
- Outside food or beverage (sealed water bottles up to 20 oz allowed)
- Coolers, hard-sided containers, thermoses
- Non-clear bags larger than 4.5"x6.5" clutch
- Weapons of any kind, including pocket knives
- Umbrellas larger than a compact folding umbrella
- Noise makers (air horns, cowbells, whistles)
- Drones, laser pointers, selfie sticks over 12"
- Alcohol, tobacco, e-cigarettes, or vaping devices
- Professional cameras with detachable lenses over 6"
- Pets (service animals welcome)