Orono, Maine -- The University of Maine football team is back in action on Thursday, Sept. 2 at 7 p.m. and excited to welcome fans back to Alfond Stadium for gameday!

TICKETS:
2021 Maine Football Season Memberships and single-game tickets are on sale now! Orono Brewing Company Family 4-packs are also on sale now as fans can purchase four tickets for $44 and receive free kids meals at Orono Brewing Company! For more information on tickets, call 207.581.BEAR, visit the UMaine Athletics Box Office at Alfond Arena, or visit GoBlackBears.com/tickets. Alfond Stadium will open 90 minutes prior to kickoff while the UMaine Athletics Box Office will open at 9 a.m. Once in the stadium, guests are not allowed to leave and re-enter. All bags will be searched upon entry.

TAILGATE INFORMATION:
Tailgating is available for Maine Football fans attending games at Alfond Stadium. The tailgate lots will open three hours prior to game time and close at kickoff. There will be a $20 fee for those who wish to take advantage of the tailgate experience in Lot C, Lot D, and Lot E. The charge is waived for our Season Member as an added benefit. Those who wish to take advantage of our free family and alcohol free tailgate can do so in "Lot A" behind the stadium and beside "Gate 1". All tailgate passes will be sold on the day of the game only - no advance purchase. Parking spaces are on a first-come, first-served basis. Tailgaters may line up on College Avenue prior to lots opening three hours before kickoff.

For more information on tailgate rules and regulations, please visit our tailgate page here.

TAILGATE GUIDELINES:
The legal consumption of alcohol is permitted in the Leadbetter's Lot (B), Lot C, Lot D and Lot E.
In order to enter either tailgate lot one must:
      1) Present a Season Member Pass to enter the Leadbetter's Lot B
      2) Lot A will be free parking
      3) Pay a fee of $20 per car to enter Lot C, Lot D and Lot E.

• Season Member Tailgate passes are good for 1 parking space.
• No bottles, kegs, or beer balls.
• Consumption of alcohol by those 21 years or older only. Minors must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
• Open containers of alcohol may not be taken out of tailgate areas and alcohol is not permitted in the stadium.
• Please secure alcohol into coolers or vehicles when exiting the tailgate area for the game.
• You may be asked to show proof of minimum drinking age. Please understand the importance of adhering to state law at the state university.
• Binge drinking or activities such as drinking games that encourage excessive consumption of alcohol will not be tolerated.
• Athletic Department personnel and public safety officials are available to assist you. For questions, please contact Event Management at 581-3353 or the Athletic Ticket Office at 581-2327.
• Portable toilets are available in all tailgate areas. Guests in either tailgate area may also use the facilities in Memorial Gymnasium. The gates to the game open 90 minutes before kickoff and the ticket office opens at 9 a.m. on gameday. Fans may utilize the facilities in the stadium once the gates are open.
• These guidelines are subject to change.                   

ADA SERVICES:

• Parking is available in the front of Alfond Arena, the "Skybox Lot". A state-issued parking placard is required for access as spots are limited.
• ADA seating is available in sections B-K. The elevator is located under the grandstand inside the stadium.
• Please see State regulations regarding service animals (https://legislature.maine.gov/lawlibrary/what-is-maines-law-on-service-animals/9491)
• Only service animals are allowed inside Alfond Stadium. Animals must be kept on a leash of six (6) feet or shorter in all tailgating areas at all times. Owners must remain in control of their animals at all times and are responsible for cleaning up any messes by their animals. Owners assume all financial responsibility for any damages to property or injury to individuals caused by the animals.

UMAINE COVID-19 GUIDELINES:
Effective immediately through September 30, face coverings are required inside all campus buildings. The guidelines can be read in their entirety here.

UMaine Athletics will take all precautions to ensure a healthy and safe experience for fans attending UMaine athletic events. UMaine Athletics will continue to follow all government regulations and campus guidelines as they pertain to the COVID-19 pandemic. Seat locations, attendance capacities, and tailgating rules and regulations are all subject to change. If for any reason a game is canceled, or limited attendance is required this fall, full refunds and other flexible ticket options for the canceled games will be available.

For a full list of all gameday guidelines and information regarding attending Maine Football events at Alfond Stadium, please click here.

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