
The Official Aer Lingus College Football Classic App is now available to download! The app is the ultimate hub for the entire weekend. This includes an interactive map of Dublin City, recommendations for destinations, attractions, restaurants and bars across Dublin and the rest of Ireland, transport information and key information about the Aviva Stadium, including seat allocations and relevant stadium policies. The app will also provide users with exclusive offers and the opportunity to enter and win exclusive competitions.
Fans may now access their tickets to the game via College Football Ireland, following the directions below:
Please expect heavy traffic on gameday, and plan ahead to ensure timely arrival at the stadium. We highly encourage fans walk to the stadium, where possible. Area maps and local directions to Aviva Stadium can be found using the button below.
DirectionsNo bags (with the exception of small handbags, no bigger than 8.25” x 11.75” in size) will be allowed into the stadium. Handbags will be subject to search.
Fireworks, smoke canisters, vuvuzelas, bottles, knives, glasses, cans, flag poles, banners, laser devices, dangerous or hazardous items and other similar articles or containers including anything which could or might be used as a weapon are not permitted within the ground and any person in possession of such an article or container may be refused entry or ejected from the Stadium. Umbrellas are not permitted to be used within Aviva Stadium. Prams/Strollers are not permitted within Aviva Stadium.
Full PolicyAviva Stadium is fully cashless across all bars and food kiosks.
In stadium hospitality areas will open at 5pm.
Level 3 premium seats will open at 5:30pm.
General Admission gates will open at 6pm.
For your ease and convenience on gameday, there are 5 color-coded routes to access the stadium. The route you must take is dictated by the location of your seat within the stadium, and will be stated on your event ticket.
For a map of these color-coded routes, click the button below.
MapEvent stewards will be positioned outside the stadium to provide further assistance. For a guide on how to find your seat, click the button below.
InstructionsWe highly recommend that you pre-plan your departure from the stadium to ensure you are familiar with the optimal route for returning to your intended destination. Area maps and local directions from Aviva Stadium can be found using the button below.
DirectionsTo commemorate Notre Dame’s long-awaited return to Ireland, Rev. John I. Jenkins, C.S.C., University President, alongside other members of the University leadership team, will host more than 9,000 members of the Notre Dame family for a dynamic evening showcasing some of Ireland and America’s finest musical and dance talent. Hosted by Mike Golic, participating artists include Riverdance, Imelda May, Sharon Shannon, Lyra, Tolü Makay, The High Kings, Martin Short, and of course, members of the Band of the Fighting Irish. Please join us for this dynamic and collaborative showcase as the Notre Dame football team prepares for its tilt against Navy the following day.
Buy TicketsThe University of Notre Dame will offer a large, open-air Mass at the historically important site of Dublin Castle. Mass will take place in the upper courtyard of the complex, and all are welcome to attend.
Get DirectionsImmediately after the conclusion of Mass at Dublin Castle, follow The Band of the Fighting Irish to Dame Street, which will officially be renamed “Notre Dame Street” in lead up to the game. Enjoy a performance by The Band of the Fighting Irish (approximately 12:30 pm at Central Plaza) while taking in all the local sites and attractions around Notre Dame Street and the Temple Bar area before heading to Aviva Stadium. Notre Dame Street will be free and open to all guests. Streets will be closed to vehicular traffic from 12:00 pm – 5:00 pm.
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