SOUTH BEND, Ind. — The Notre Dame Athletics Department, in accordance with University guidelines and in consultation with local health officials, has announced policies regarding masking, parking and campus activities to begin the 2021 season.
“We look forward to welcoming fans back to campus in a safe way to participate in one of the top traditions in sport – attending a game inside Notre Dame Stadium.” said University vice president and James E. Rohr Director of Athletics Jack Swarbrick. “With Notre Dame’s vaccination rates as high as they are, our campus is one of the most protected places in our country – we ask that our fans help us keep our community safe by being fully vaccinated prior to coming to Notre Dame Stadium and our area.”
MASK POLICY
During the 2021 season, masking will be optional for vaccinated guests while outdoors or in non-enclosed spaces (i.e. stadium concourse, seating bowl and premium outdoor seating). Non-vaccinated guests are expected to wear masks during their time on campus. Regardless of vaccination status, all guests are required to wear a mask indoors while in campus buildings, in indoor areas of Notre Dame Stadium or when riding campus shuttles.
“We will continue to monitor campus, local, state and national conditions to best protect our students, staff and attendees.” Swarbrick added. “On a weekly basis, we will re-evaluate our gameday policies and make applicable changes to protect our community.”
PARKING & TAILGATING
Tailgating in University lots will return in the 2021 season. For the first two games of the year, campus lots will open at 8 a.m. ET. The remainder of the year will be announced at a later date.
TRADITIONS
A variety of outdoor campus traditions and activities including, but not limited to the Player Walk and Football Fridays at the Eck, will once again take place.
PEP RALLY
A student-centric pep rally will be held prior to the first home game of the season. This event is open to the public.
CASHLESS VENUE
All vendors and concession stands inside Notre Dame Stadium will no longer accept cash. Payment in the form of credit or debit card will be accepted.
SINGLE GAME TICKETS
Single game tickets and gameday parking passes are available at UND.com/BuyTickets.
NOTRE DAME GOES MOBILE
To provide a safer environment and enhance the gameday experience, Notre Dame athletics recently announced it will transition to mobile ticketing beginning this fall. Available through the user’s smartphone, mobile ticketing offers a secure, convenient and flexible process while providing a contactless exchange of tickets when entering Notre Dame athletic events. For more information, visit https://fightingirish.com/mobiletickets/.
NOTRE DAME ON PEACOCK
For the first time, a Notre Dame football game will be exclusively broadcast via NBC’s streaming service, Peacock, when the Irish take the field on Sept. 11 vs. Toledo. All other home games will be simulcast on both NBC and Peacock.
While many cable subscribers receive Peacock’s premium tier with their cable package, others may sign up for a special introductory offer of $2.50/month for the first three months. Head over to peacocktv.com/NotreDame to learn more.
This fall, Notre Dame will play seven games in South Bend, highlighted by primetime games vs. Southern Cal (Oct. 23 – NBC/Peacock) and North Carolina (Oct. 30 – NBC/Peacock). The Irish will also welcome Toledo (Sept. 11 – Peacock), Purdue (Sept. 18 – NBC/Peacock), Cincinnati (Oct. 2 – NBC/Peacock), Navy (Nov. 6 – NBC/Peacock) and Georgia Tech (Nov. 20 – NBC/Peacock).
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
For additional information regarding gameday events surrounding Notre Dame football weekends, head over to UND.com/gameday.