Parking Alert

With several sporting events taking place on April 20th, parking will be challenging. Additionally, due to construction the Compton Lot will be closed. There will be limited spaces available on a first come first served basis in the Joyce and Stadium lots. Parking will also be available in the Bulla, North and Gold lots.

Parking Map

Game Information

WHAT: Blue-Gold Game presented by Meijer

WHERE: Notre Dame Stadium | South Bend, IN

WHEN: Saturday, April 20, 2024 | 1pm ET

DIGITAL: Stream on Peacock

INTERNATIONAL: Fighting Irish TV Live

LISTEN: SiriusXM | XM 381 or Online 971

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Stadium Info & Policies

Clear Bag Policy

As a part of an ongoing commitment to safety and security, aligning with the best practices at major entertainment and athletics venues, the University of Notre Dame instituted a Clear Bag Policy for Notre Dame Stadium, including Corbett Family Hall, O’Neill Hall, and Duncan Student Center during home game Saturdays and varsity sporting events in all athletics facilities.

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Water Policy

Fans may not bring any outside food or beverage, including sealed water bottles. There are several water fountains located throughout the stadium on the lower concourse and mezzanine levels that fans can use to stay hydrated!

Accessibility

General Accessibility

All tickets are general admission. ADA seating is available; however, if you need assistance finding an accessibility seat, please see one of the ushers in the stadium.

For further information, please contact the Murnane Family Ticket Office at 574-631-7356 or email at tickets@nd.edu

Wheelchairs

The University is unable to provide guests with wheelchairs, scooters, or walkers, or store those items belonging to guests during events. The University does have wheelchairs available to transport guests with mobility issues to and from their seats, though they cannot remain with guests. See an Usher to request this service at Notre Dame Stadium.

Open Captioning

Open captioning will be provided on a portion of both the east and west ribbon boards. The captioning will be provided for all spoken word that comes through the in-stadium sound system.

Cashless Venue

Vendor and concession stands inside Notre Dame Stadium are cashless. Payment options include credit or debit cards, Apple and Android Pay. A convenient kiosk station where you can transfer cash to a Visa gift card is located at Gate D. The gift card can be used anywhere Visa is accepted.

All campus dining outlets outside the stadium are cashless as well. Guests may place orders through the Grubhub app and kiosks.

Courtesy Guidelines
Notre Dame is committed to: Unacceptable behavior:
Health and safety as our top priority Rude conduct toward other guest or stadium personnel
A spirit of hospitality Disruptive, unruly or intoxicated behavior
Enthusiastic fan support Foul or abusive language or obscene gestures
A family-friendly atmosphere Possession of alcohol in Notre Dame Stadium
Good sportsmanship Use of tobacco, e-cigarettes, or smoking in Notre Dame Stadium

Guests who display unacceptable behaviors will be subject to sanctions, including refusal of admittance, removal, and/or arrest.

Gates and Doors Open

Notre Dame Stadium Gates A, B, D, and E as well as Duncan Student Center hospitality doors 14 & 17 open 60 minutes prior to kickoff.

Guest Services Team
The University’s Guest Services Team members are committed to making the Game Day experience at Notre Dame the best in the country. Every home game weekend, these representatives come from across the United States to assist guests in the most hospitable way. They will assist with directions, distribute Game Day information, and answer any questions that one may have on a football weekend at Notre Dame. The Guest Services Team is here to help make your football game weekend memorable.
Guest Services booths are located on the lower concourse at Gates A, B, C, D, and E.
Metal Detectors

Notre Dame Stadium utilizes metal detectors at all entrances. 

After having bags checked, guests will pass through the metal detectors and then have tickets scanned for entry to the venue. Entrants will not be required to remove belts, cell phones, coins, jackets, jewelry, watches, wallets, shoes or other small objects.

Fans are encouraged to arrive early at the venue to ensure a sufficient amount of time for screening.

Permitted Items

When planning your visit, please note the following are permitted inside Notre Dame Stadium, Duncan Student Center, Corbett Family Hall, and O’Neill Hall during home games and other major stadium events:

  • Binoculars
  • Blankets
  • Cameras with lenses shorter than six (6) inches (without cases, must adhere to Clear Bag Policy)
  • CDC approved masks
  • Cell phones
  • Clear plastic, vinyl, or PVC bags that do not exceed 12” x 6” x 12” with logo on one side only to not exceed 4.5” x 3.4”
  • Clutch bag, with or without handle/strap, or wallet not to exceed 4.5” x 6.5”
  • Hand-held radios
  • Hand sanitizer (not to exceed 4 oz.)
  • Medical bags or equipment (subject to additional screening)
  • One-gallon clear plastic bags (such as Ziploc or Hefty)
  • Pumps for nursing mothers (subject to additional screening)
  • Seat cushions not to exceed 16” x 16”
  • Small umbrellas

 Cameras, cell phones, hand-held radios, and small umbrellas are allowed as long as they do not compromise the view or experience of others. Permitted items above, including diapers, wipes, and other supplies for babies and small children, should be placed in an approved clear bag.

Prohibited Items

When planning your visit, please note the following are NOT permitted inside Notre Dame Stadium, Duncan Student Center, Corbett Family Hall, or O’Neill Hall during home games and other major stadium events:

  • Aerosol cans or bottles
  • Alcohol or alcohol containers
  • Animals (Service Dogs are permitted)
  • Artificial noisemakers (including whistles)
  • Bags and containers that do not meet the Clear Bag Policy
  • Cameras with lenses longer than six (6) inches
  • Drones or Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS)
  • Fireworks or explosives
  • Food or beverage
  • Glass bottles
  • GoPro or selfie sticks
  • Halloween-style masks
  • Laser or pen pointers
  • Signs, banners, and balloons
  • Stadium chairs or seat backs (unless medical reason with documentation, or as a part of the stadium rental program)
  • Strollers
  • The throwing of any object at any time (including footballs)
  • Use of tobacco products and e-cigarettes
  • Use or possession of marijuana, and other illegal drugs
  • Weapons/Firearms
  • Any other items deemed dangerous or inappropriate

WEAPONS OF ANY KIND ARE PROHIBITED ON CAMPUS

Complimentary Wifi/Internet

Wifi is available at Notre Dame Stadium on the NDStadium17 network.

Stadium Maps

Concessions

Parking

General Information

Parking lots will be staffed and open beginning at 8:00 am. Parking will be complimentary. Mobile passes/hang tags are not required to access event lots.

Parking will be on a first-come first-serve basis. Once lots fill up, guests will be directed to the next available option.

Parking Map

Recommended Directions

Guests should use Angela Boulevard to access the Bookstore, Stadium, Joyce, Walsh or Innovation Park Lots. Please note that Leahy Drive from Angela to Holy Cross Dr will be closed. Fans entering the Joyce Lot should use Joyce Drive or Eddy Street.

Douglas Road and ironwood Road or Douglas Road and US-933 whould be used to access the Gold Lot or North Lots.

Shuttle Service

Shuttles will be provided from Gold Lot as well as the Bulla Lot (located in the North Lots area). Shuttles will run from 8:00AM – 6:00PM.

Compton Lot CLOSED

University Facilities Design and Operations and Parking Services will be closing the Compton Family Ice Arena parking lot for the next phase of the geothermal well drilling project. The lot closure will begin Tuesday, March 26, with re-opening planned for Tuesday, July 16.
The Compton parking lot will be fully barricaded at all entrance/exit points at the end of day on Monday, March 25. Vehicles parked in the lot prior to barricade placement will be able to exit via the south exits only.

Tailgating

Rules and Regulations

Guests will not be permitted to enter the parking lots prior to opening time.  In addition, overnight parking is prohibited; vehicles parked in an event parking lot will be towed. Setting up tailgating tents, chairs, and other items prior to the posted lot opening time is not permitted.

All vehicles must vacate all event parking lots three hours after the conclusion of the event.

All event parking lots must maintain a defined “emergency access” lane in the center of each aisle way. Tailgates are not permitted to set up chairs, tables, canopies/tents, etc. within that area. Use one space per car/parking pass including tailgating.

Event Parking lots will open at 8 a.m., unless specified otherwise by the University.

Holding or reserving general parking spots is not allowed.

RVs and buses are not permitted for the Blue/Gold game.

Traffic Control Officers

Event parking lots will be filled utilizing Zipper Parking guidelines.  Vehicles will be parked in the order in which they arrive. Traffic Control officers and parking attendants will direct vehicles to the appropriate spots.  Guests that do not follow the direction of traffic control officers and parking attendants create an unsafe environment and may be asked to leave.

Miscellaneous Items

Charcoal grill or deep fryer use is prohibited on University property. The maximum propane cylinder size is 20 lbs. Open flames (i.e. fire pits) are not allowed.

Kegs are not permitted on campus, in the parking lots, or adjacent areas.

Tailgate parties are not permitted during the event.

Tents/Canopies are allowed, but can not be larger than 10 ft. x 10 ft. The use of stakes is not permitted.

Speakers that can stand alone, are excessively loud, or are connected to an amplifier are prohibited. Live bands or DJ’s are also not permitted.

Large parties are not permitted on campus, including parking lots.

Abuse of the rights of others will not be tolerated in the parking lots or on any University grounds.

Events & Tours

Friday, April 19
Friday Tunnel Experience

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12:00-2:00pm
Notre Dame Stadium
Softball vs Clemson

Free admission

5:00pm
Melissa Cook Stadium
Baseball vs Boston College

Free admission

6:30pm
Frank Eck Stadium
Saturday, April 20
Men’s Lacrosse vs North Carolina

Free admission

11:30pm
Arlotta Stadium
Softball vs Clemson

Free admission

1:00pm
Melissa Cook Stadium
Blue-Gold Game Presented by Meijer

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1:00pm
Notre Dame Stadium
Baseball vs Boston College

Free admission

2:00pm
Frank Eck Stadium
Sunday, April 23
Baseball vs Boston College

Free admission

1:00pm
Frank Eck Stadium
Softball vs Clemson

Free admission

6:00pm
Melissa Cook Stadium

Fan Fun Zone

Join us at the Fan Fun Zone located inside Gate C of Notre Dame Stadium when gates open through the end of halftime. This area will feature a photo booth, face painter, and balloon artist. Ticketed fans may access this area by entering the Stadium at Gates A, B, D or E and proceeding through the concourse to Gate C. (Note: The Gate C entry will be closed)

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Contact Information

Murnane Family Ticket Office
113 Joyce Center
Notre Dame, IN 46556
Open M-F 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Closed on major holidays