By: Grambling State Athletics
GAME DAY INFORMATION
Date | Saturday, Sept 13
Time | 6:05 p.m. CT
Location | Grambling, LA (Eddie G. Robinson Memorial Stadium)
TV | SWACTV
Stats | https://gsutigers.com/sidearmstats/football/summary
Radio | GSU's official radio station, KGRM 91.5 FM | Simulcast on KPCH 99.3 The Peach
Game Day Color | BLACK
GAME DAY TIMELINE
Parking Lots/Tailgating Opens | 8 a.m.
Ticket Office Opens | 11 a.m.
Gates/Suites Open | 4:30 p.m.
Shuttle Drop Off Begins/Ends | 12:30 p.m. / Ends 1 hour after game ends
Pre-game Activities Start | 4:30 p.m.
Kick Off | 6:05 p.m.
Ticket Office & Entry Information
The Ticket Office will open from 9am-6pm on Friday, September 12
th, 2025. The Ticket Office will reopen at 11:00 a.m. on game day at the GSU Hobdy Center and will remain open until halftime.
General Admission: $30.00
Reserved Seating: $45.00
On Game Day, the Ticket Office will
only be selling Bayou Classic tickets and day-of-game tickets for the game against Kentucky State. Tiger Club holders will have the option to pay for their Bayou Classic tickets already reserved in their accounts on that day. The GSU Ticket Office currently has a limited number of Bayou Classic tickets available for sale that are not reserved by Tiger Club members.
Kentucky State Tailgating Link:
https://secure.qgiv.com/for/gramblingfootball2025add-ons/event/singlegame/
COACHING CARDS
2025-26 Louisiana High School Athletic Association membership cards will grant entry into the stadium on game day and will be honored on a "first come, first serve" basis (Limit 2). Photo Identification is required and must match LHSAA Membership card.
Limited quantities available.
CLEAR BAG POLICY
Please note that Grambling State University has implemented a Clear Bag Policy for all home events. Fans are encouraged to carry items in clear plastic bags or small clutches (no larger than 4.5" x 6.5"). All bags and personal items are subject to search upon entry.
BAGS & BAG SEARCH
Grambling State University enforces a Clear Bag Policy. Only clear bags that do not exceed 12" x 6" x 12", or small clutch bags (no larger than 4.5" x 6.5"), are allowed.
GRAMBLING STATE UNIVERSITY GAME DAY PARKING AND TAILGATE INFORMATION
Grambling State University (GSU) is excited to welcome fans for
Game 1 vs Kentucky State! Parking, transportation, and tailgating details are available for all
attendees as part of the celebration.
Premium RV Tailgating
Premium RV tailgating will begin at 2:00 PM on
Friday, September 12, allowing guests to
settle in before the weekend's festivities. Please note that tailgating or RV hookups will
not open before this time.
Parking & Transportation
On Saturday, September 13, parking areas on campus will open at
8:00 AM. General
admission parking is available at the following locations:
• Carver Hall
• Charles P. Adams
• Digital Library Backlot
The rate for general parking is
$25 per vehicle. Patrons seeking limited mobility or
handicapped parking will find designated spaces on Doug Williams Drive at the same
rate of
$25, with a valid state-issued handicap tag required for entry. Spaces are limited
and will be available on a
first-come, first-served basis. To assist patrons with limited
mobility,
ADA shuttle services, sponsored by J&T Charters, will begin at
noon.
Tailgating & RV Information
Tailgating is one of GSU's most cherished traditions, and fans can begin setting up in
designated areas when parking lots open at
8:00 AM on game day. For RV parking and
specific tailgating locations, please consult GSU's Facilities Department for additional
details.
Tailgating Rules:
- No objects (tables, chairs, grills, canopies, etc.) may be placed or encroached on the Access Lane. Tailgating spaces are lined and numbered. Personal items (tents, grills, chairs, etc.) should remain inside your designated space at all times. Failure to comply will result in removal from premises.
- Open wood fires and campfires are PROHIBITED.
- Long-toss games of football or Frisbee in the Access Lane are PROHIBITED.
- Pop-up canopies should be taken down in windy conditions. Owners of pop-up canopies are responsible for any damage.
- Overhead objects (flags, kites, balloons) must be properly secured.
- Use of ATVs, bicycles, side by side vehicles, skateboards, in-line skates, scooters, motorized scooters, and unauthorized golf carts is prohibited.
- Golf carts are NOT allowed in restricted areas. Operators must have a VALID driver's license.
- Lawful consumption of alcohol and cereal malt beverages in designated parking lots adjacent to the stadium is permitted. The sale of alcoholic beverages is prohibited. Underage drinking is un-lawful, and violators will be cited.
- Containers of a capacity over one gallon are not permitted. Persons may only bring in alcoholic beverages for personal consumption. GSU police will determine whether quantities are more than amounts for personal consumption. Consumption must take place from cups or containers – no glass.
- All RVs must be parked at least 3 hours before kickoff.
- Parking RVs sideways is NOT allowed.
- Failure to comply with ANY and ALL tailgating policies could result in removal from premises and potential banning from future GSU tailgating privileges at the discretion of GSU Athletics staff.
- Vending is not permitted in any tailgating lots.
** Failure to comply may result in removal from campus. **
Game Day Parking Entry Information
Fans with
reserved parking passes should enter campus through the following
designated entry points:
College Avenue Entry:
• Band Lot
• Athletic Director's Lot
• Lot E Tailgate
• Lot E Red, Bronze, Silver
• Softball Tailgate Lots 1, 2, 3, 4
• Stadium Support
• Cole Street
• President House Tailgate
• Media Lot
• Blaylock Tailgate & Parking
• Tailgate – On the Hill
Doug Williams Drive Entry:
• President's Lot B & C
• Premium RV Lot
• Black Top Tailgate
• Facilities Lot
• President's Lot Handicap B&C
• Stadium Support (Back Lot)
• Residential Life
THERE IS NO RE-ENTRY ON GAMEDAY FOR PARKING OR TAILGATING.
Important Reminder: All attendees with reserved parking must have their
hang tag
displayed in the window and ready for their tab to be pulled upon entry.
GSU encourages all fans to arrive early, enjoy the festivities, and be mindful of parking
regulations to ensure a smooth and enjoyable weekend.
Stadium Amenities & Services
Concessions: Sodexo will provide a variety of food and beverage options at concession stands located on both the east and west sides of the stadium. Concessions are conveniently located on the main concourse.
Game Day Programs: To remain environmentally conscious, game day programs will only be available in digital format via www.gsutigers.com.
Re-Entry Policy
Please be advised that re-entry into the stadium is prohibited. Guests who exit the stadium will not be allowed to return unless in the case of an emergency, and only with authorization from security personnel.
Accessibility Services
Grambling State University is committed to providing accessible accommodations for all fans. ADA-compliant seating is available at the top of both the west and east concourses. The ADA pickup service will commence at 12:30 PM at the ADA parking area on Doug Williams Drive. For those requiring assistance, shuttles for limited mobility patrons will begin operation 90 minutes prior to kickoff.
ADA SHUTTLES WILL BEGIN RUNNING FROM THE GATE 3 AT THE 10 MINUTE MARK OF FOURTH QUARTER TO THE ADA LOT ON DOUG WILLIAMS DRIVE!
Additional Information
• ATM Locations: For your convenience, ATMs are located outside the Student Union on campus.
• World Famed Marching Band: As a highlight of the game day experience, the World Famed Marching Band will enter Eddie G. Robinson Memorial Stadium approximately 60 minutes before kickoff. The band will perform a pre-game routine in the stands and the National Anthem, with a special halftime performance featuring unique sounds and formations.
• High School Coaches: High school coaches are eligible to receive two general admission tickets per state-issued coach's card. Tickets can be redeemed at the Ticket Office.
GIVEAWAYS
T-shirts
Fanny packs
Pom-poms
Mini Football's
VIDEO BOARD FEATURES
Live stats
Scores
Replays
Hype videos
ENTERTAINMENT
PREGAME |
Tiger Walk 3:15 PM
Tailgating in designated areas
Live DJ and Student Performances
HALFTIME |
World Fame Tiger Marching Band
GSU Cheer
Orchesis Dance Company
ACCESSIBLE SEATING
Accessible seating is available in Sections A, J, and L. Contact the Athletics Ticket Office for more information.
ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES
It is prohibited to bring alcoholic beverages into Eddie G. Robinson Memorial Stadium. Alcohol is available for purchase inside the stadium, with a limit of two drinks per person.
ANIMALS
Only service animals are permitted.
ATM
ATMs are located on both the east and west concourses.
BOTTLES
Empty, clear plastic bottles are permitted.
CONCESSIONS
Concessions are available 90 minutes before kickoff, offering a variety of food and drink options.
CONDUCT/EJECTION
Guests must maintain respectful conduct. Those who disrupt the game or violate rules may be ejected without refund.
DRONES
The operation of drones, model aircraft, or any other remote-controlled flying devices is strictly prohibited inside Eddie G. Robinson Stadium and in the surrounding parking lots.
ELECTRONIC TICKET SCANNING
All tickets will be scanned electronically for authenticity upon entry.
EMERGENCY MEDICAL PROCEDURES
Medical personnel are available throughout the stadium. Notify staff or an officer for assistance.
FIELD ACCESS
Only authorized personnel are permitted on the field.
LOST AND FOUND
Located at the ticket office; unclaimed items after the game will be taken to the Athletics Office.
NO RE-ENTRY POLICY
No re-entry is allowed once a ticket is scanned.
PARKING
Parking lots open at 8 a.m. on game day. ADA parking is available on Doug Williams Drive ONLY with a state-issued tag.
PHOTOGRAPHY
Personal photography is allowed; commercial photography requires permission.
PREMIUM SEATING
Access is restricted to ticket holders of suite or club level seats.
PROHIBITED ITEMS
To ensure the safety and enjoyment of all guests, the following items are prohibited inside Eddie G. Robinson Memorial Stadium:
- Alcoholic beverages
- Insulated tumblers
- Baby seats/strollers
- Backpacks (except for medical or childcare needs)
- Coolers, containers, or ice chests
- Explosives, guns, knives, or weapons
- Folding chairs or stools
- Food and beverages
- Noisemakers
- Tobacco products, including e-cigarettes and vapes
- Umbrellas
- Video cameras
RESTROOMS
Restrooms are available throughout the concourse.
SMOKING
Smoking and vaping are prohibited on university grounds.
TAILGATING
Tailgating begins when parking lots open. All activities must comply with university policies.
TICKETS INFORMATION
Tickets are required for all attendees over the age of 4. Player Will Call is available starting 90 minutes before kickoff via Gate 3.
UMBRELLA POLICY
Umbrellas are prohibited in the stadium.
WATER FOUNTAINS
Located throughout the concourses.
WEATHER
In case of inclement weather, follow instructions from stadium staff or the public address system.
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We look forward to welcoming you to an exciting game day at Eddie G. Robinson Memorial Stadium. Go Tigers!
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