Rams Football Game Day Events

Alumni Tailgates
It wouldn’t be game day without a tailgate! We’ve got you covered at both home and away games. Four hours prior to home games, you’ll find all of the pregame fun, including food and drinks for purchase, photos with CAM, games on the big screens, and more, at the Ram Walk Tailgate and inside the Iris & Michael Smith Alumni Center. When we hit the road, we bring it all with us for tailgates 2.5 hours before kickoff at most away games.

Ram Rallies
In addition to our away game tailgates, we like to start the party early when we’re on the road! Join fellow Rams fans, alumni, parents, and friends for Ram Rallies hosted by the Alumni Association the night before away football games. We’ll find a local hot spot to flaunt our green and gold and make sure every opponent knows Ram Pride has come to town! These rallies are a great opportunity to network with fellow Rams in the area even if you’re not planning to attend the game.

Watch Parties
Watch your Rams with fellow Rams across the nation! This year, you’ll be able to catch away games here in Fort Collins. In addition, our Ram Networks host watch parties throughout the season in cities across the country. Dig out your green and gold, meet fellow Rams fans in your area, and let the Ram Pride fly at a watch party near you. Find a watch party near you!
Upcoming Events

at Texas
August 31, 2024

at Texas
Alumni Association Ram Rally
Friday, Aug. 30, 5-7 pm CT
Free to attend – appetizers provided, cash bar available
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Alumni Association Tailgate
Saturday, Aug. 31, noon-2 pm CT
On-campus, entry is free – optional meal ticket package available for purchase.
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Tickets
August 31, 2024
Kickoff 2:30 pm CT
Austin, Texas
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Game Watch Parties
Watch the Rams with other Ram Fans in your area!
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Northern Colorado
September 7, 2024

Northern Colorado
Young Alumni Weekend
September 6-8, 2024
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Ag Day BBQ
September 7, 2024
Delicious BBQ, Ag community, and something to do for the whole family!
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Ram Walk Tailgate & Smith Alumni Center
September 7, 2024
1-4:30 pm
Ram Pride pregame with food, fun, music, games and more at the Ram Walk Tailgate and inside the Smith Alumni Center.
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Tickets
September 7, 2024
Kickoff 5 pm, Orange Out
Canvas Stadium
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Game Watch Parties
Watch the Rams with other Ram Fans in your area!
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Colorado
September 14, 2024

Colorado
Ram Walk Tailgate & Smith Alumni Center
September 14, 2024
1:30-5 pm
Ram Pride pregame with food, fun, music, games and more at the Ram Walk Tailgate and inside the Smith Alumni Center.
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Tickets
September 14, 2024
Kickoff 5:30 pm
Canvas Stadium
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Game Watch Parties
Watch the Rams with other Ram Fans in your area!
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UTEP
September 21, 2024

UTEP
Ram Walk Tailgate & Smith Alumni Center
September 21, 2024
11 am-2:30 pm
Ram Pride pregame with food, fun, music, games and more at the Ram Walk Tailgate and inside the Smith Alumni Center.
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Tickets
September 21, 2024
Kickoff 3 pm
Canvas Stadium
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Game Watch Parties
Watch the Rams with other Ram Fans in your area!
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At Oregon State
October 5, 2024

At Oregon State
Alumni Association Ram Rally
Friday, Oct. 4, 5-7 pm PT
Free to attend – appetizers provided, cash bar available
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Alumni Association Tailgate
Saturday, Oct. 5, 1-3 pm PT
Entry is free – optional meal ticket package available for purchase.
Register
Tickets
October 5, 2024
Kickoff 3:30 pm PT
Corvallis, Oregon
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Game Watch Parties
Watch the Rams with other Ram Fans in your area!
Learn more and RSVP!

San Jose State
October 12, 2024

San Jose State
Ram Walk Tailgate & Smith Alumni Center
October 12, 2024
9:30 am-1 pm
Ram Pride pregame with food, fun, music, games and more at the Ram Walk Tailgate and inside the Smith Alumni Center.
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Tickets
October 12, 2024
Kickoff 1:30 pm
Canvas Stadium
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Game Watch Parties
Watch the Rams with other Ram Fans in your area!
Learn more and RSVP!

At Air Force
October 19, 2024

At Air Force
Alumni Association Ram Rally
Friday, Oct. 18, 5-7 pm MT
Free to attend – appetizers provided, cash bar available
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Alumni Association Tailgate
Saturday, Oct. 19, 3:30-5:30 pm MT
On-campus, entry is free – meal packages and onsite beverages available.
Register
Tickets
October 19, 2024
Kickoff 6 pm MT
Falcon Stadium, Air Force Academy
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Game Watch Parties
Watch the Rams with other Ram Fans in your area!
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New Mexico
October 26, 2024

New Mexico
Ram Walk Tailgate & Smith Alumni Center
October 26, 2024
11 am – 2:30 pm
Ram Pride pregame with food, fun, music, games and more at the Ram Walk Tailgate and inside the Smith Alumni Center.
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Ram Walk Tailgate Meal Package
October 26, 2024
11 am – 2:30 pm
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Tickets
October 26, 2024
Kickoff 3 pm
Canvas Stadium
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Game Watch Parties
Watch the Rams with other Ram Fans in your area!
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At Nevada
November 2, 2024

At Nevada
Alumni Association Ram Rally
Friday, Nov. 1, 5-7 pm PT
Free to attend – appetizers provided, cash bar available.
Register
Alumni Association Tailgate
Saturday, Nov. 2, 2:30-4:30 pm PT
Tailgate will be more rally-style, off-campus and indoors. Free to attend – appetizers provided, cash bar available.
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Tickets
November 2, 2024
Kickoff 5 pm PT
Reno, Nevada
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Game Watch Parties
Watch the Rams with other Ram Fans in your area!
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Wyoming
November 15, 2024

Wyoming
Ram Walk Tailgate & Smith Alumni Center
November 15, 2024
2-5:30 pm
Ram Pride pregame with food, fun, music, games and more at the Ram Walk Tailgate and inside the Smith Alumni Center.
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Tickets
November 15, 2024
Kickoff 6 pm
Canvas Stadium
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Game Watch Parties
Watch the Rams with other Ram Fans in your area!
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At Fresno State
November 23, 2024

At Fresno State
Alumni Association Ram Rally
Friday, Nov. 22, 5-7 pm PT
Free to attend – appetizers provided, cash bar available.
Register
Alumni Association Tailgate
Saturday, Nov. 23, 5-7 pm PT
Tailgate will be rally-style, off-campus and indoors. Free to attend – appetizers provided, cash bar available.
Register
Tickets
November 23, 2024
Kickoff 7:30 pm PT
Fresno, California
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Game Watch Parties
Watch the Rams with other Ram Fans in your area!
Learn more and RSVP!

Utah State
November 29, 2024

Utah State
Ram Walk Tailgate & Smith Alumni Center
November 29, 2024
8 am-noon
Ram Pride pregame with food, fun, music, games and more at the Ram Walk Tailgate and inside the Smith Alumni Center.
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Tickets
November 29, 2024
Kickoff 12:30 pm
Canvas Stadium
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Game Watch Parties
Watch the Rams with other Ram Fans in your area!
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Game Day Experience
Ram Walk Tailgate
On all home game days, the Ram Walk Tailgate will open to the public four hours before kickoff on the north side of Canvas Stadium. The tailgate offers easy access to Ram Town, music, TVs showing national games, as well as food, beer, and wine for purchase. The tailgate is hosted by the Alumni Association and CSU Athletics.
Iris & Michael Smith Alumni Center
Also opening four hours before kickoff, the Iris & Michael Smith Alumni Center offers college football games on a giant video wall, CSU stories on interactive touch screens, and photo ops with CAM the Ram. Beer, wine, and food are available for purchase and the stadium’s clear bag policy is in effect. The alumni center closes 30 minutes prior to kickoff, just in time for the ringing of the Old Main Bell at the Jim and Nadine Henry Family Tower outside the main entrance.
Travel and Lodging
Away Games
We are excited for the upcoming football season and are diligently working on finalizing game ticket links, rally and tailgate registration links, and possible travel packages for the games in Austin, Texas and Corvallis, Oregon!
Sign up here to be placed on our email list to receive more details about all away football games when they become available. GO RAMS!
Home Games
As you book your stay in Fort Collins for the big game, we want to help you make plans and find fun things to do during your down time. Fort Collins is home to some of the best restaurants, breweries, family-friendly activities and outdoor recreation in the state of Colorado. Let us help you plan the best game day weekend possible with some of our favorite itineraries.
Fort Collins Lodging
Hilton Fort Collins Hotel & Conference Center
Save 15% off the best available rate at Hilton Fort Collins Hotel & Conference Center year round! Enjoy your stay in the heart of Fort Collins on the edge of campus next time you come to town. Hilton Fort Collins is a full service hotel with 20,000 square feet of event space, an indoor pool, fitness center, and on-site restaurant. Use this link and enter the corporate account number 2636934 under “Special Rates” or call 970-482-2626 with booking code K3 to redeem today!
The Armstrong Hotel
A historic Fort Collins icon, the Armstrong Hotel boasts a storied past that was home to eager entrepreneurs, illustrious Professors, and feisty farmers. Today, the Armstrong Hotel continues to be the community’s hub to connect and recharge, with its central location, welcoming atmosphere and historic charm. The Armstrong Hotel now offers an 18% off discount when you click this link.
AlumHotels
At AlumHotels, save up to 30% on hotels here. Includes long-term stays and business travel. Special assistance offered for group reservations. Promo code: rams
Candlewood Suites
The Candlewood Suites delivers a sense of normalcy for self-sufficient travelers seeking a genuine and real experience and interaction. All suites feature fully equipped kitchens and pet friendly accommodations. Centrally located near the Harmony Road and College Avenue intersection. Enjoy 20% off your booking when you use our link!
Fairfield Inn & Suites
Enjoy friendly service and comfortable, uplifting spaces at Fairfield by Marriott Fort Collins South. Your stay includes a complimentary hot breakfast and use of our relaxing indoor pool and spa. Located just one mile West of I-25 at the Harmony Road exit. 20% off your booking when you use our link!
Game Day Schedule
Welcome Ironton Distillery!
We’re excited to welcome Ironton Distillery as the Preferred Whiskey of CSU! Be sure to grab an Ironton cocktail inside Canvas Stadium on game day. Go Rams!
Game Day Itinerary
Friday, Nov. 29
9:30 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Ram Walk Tailgate
Entry is free and open to everyone
Live music, and food and beverage for purchase
9:30 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Iris & Michael Smith Alumni Center open
Entry is free and open to everyone
Live music, college football on T.V., photos with CAM the Ram, Spirit Station, cookies, and more
10:50 a.m.
Ram Walk Pep Rally Marching Band performance – Hughes Way/Intramural Fields
11 a.m.
Ram Walk begins
12 p.m.
Canvas Stadium gates open
12:45 p.m.
March to Victory begins
12:55 p.m.
Old Main Bell rings in front of the Smith Alumni Center
Guest Bell Ringer: John Hirn (’93)
1:10 p.m.
Pregame show begins inside Canvas Stadium
1:30 p.m.
Kickoff
The CSU Alumni Association values the loyalty and support of each one of our members and feel that it is crucial to invest your membership support in a meaningful way. Specifically to programs, resources, and communications that benefit all alumni. Starting in 2023, active members will only receive one complimentary drink ticket during Homecoming and Family Weekend at the Ram Walk Tailgate and the Smith Alumni Center.