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 at our official game watch party sponsor, Krazy Karl’s! 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. Join us to cheer on our team, reminisce about times gone by, and enjoy the connections made with other alumni. Find a watch party near you!
Upcoming Events
Washington State
September 2, 2023
Washington State
Ram Walk Tailgate & Smith Alumni Center
September 2, 2023
1-4:30 p.m.
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 2, 2023
Kickoff 5 pm
Canvas Stadium
Tickets
Game Watch Parties
Watch the Rams with other Ram Fans in your area!
Watch Party Locations
at Colorado
September 16, 2023
at Colorado
Alumni Association Tailgate
September 16, 2023
5-7:30 p.m.
Pregame festivities – food, beverages, music and Ram pride!
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Tickets
September 16, 2023
Kickoff 8 pm
Boulder, Colorado
Tickets
Game Watch Parties
Fort Collins locals can catch the game at Krazy Karl’s, our official away game watch party sponsor, but we also have watch parties happening around the nation in select Ram Network cities.
Watch Party Locations
at Middle Tennessee
September 23, 2023
at Middle Tennessee
New Horizons Hotel Package
September 22-23, 2023
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Alumni Association Ram Rally
September 22, 2023
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Alumni Association Tailgate
September 23, 2023
Pregame festivities – food, beverages, music and Ram pride!
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Tickets
September 23, 2023
Kickoff 6 pm CT
Murfreesboro, Tenn.
Tickets
Game Watch Parties
Watch the Rams with other Ram Fans in your area!
Watch Party Locations
Utah Tech
September 30, 2023
Utah Tech
Young Alumni Weekend
September 29-30, 2023
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Ag Day BBQ
September 30, 2023
Delicious BBQ, Ag community, and something to do for the whole family!
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Ram Walk Tailgate & Smith Alumni Center
September 30, 2023
1-4:30 p.m.
Ram Pride pregame with food, fun, music, games and more at the Ram Walk Tailgate and inside the Smith Alumni Center.
Learn More
Tickets
September 30, 2023
Kickoff 5 pm, Orange Out
Canvas Stadium
Tickets
Game Watch Parties
Watch the Rams with other Ram Fans in your area!
Watch Party Locations
at Utah State
October 7, 2023
at Utah State
Alumni Association Tailgate
October 7, 2023
Pregame festivities – food, beverages, music and Ram pride!
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Tickets
October 7, 2023
Logan, Utah
Tickets
Game Watch Parties
Fort Collins locals can catch the game at Krazy Karl’s, our official away game watch party sponsor, but we also have watch parties happening around the nation in select Ram Network cities.
Watch Party Locations
Boise State
October 14, 2023
Boise State
Homecoming & Family Weekend
October 12-14, 2023
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Ram Walk Tailgate & Smith Alumni Center
October 14, 2023
Time TBA (4 hours prior to kickoff)
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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Tailgate BBQ Meal Package
October 14, 2023
Time TBA (4 hours prior to kickoff)
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Tickets
October 14, 2023
Canvas Stadium
Tickets
Game Watch Parties
Watch the Rams with other Ram Fans in your area!
Watch Party Locations
at UNLV
October 21, 2023
at UNLV
New Horizons Hotel Package
October 20-21, 2023
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Alumni Association Tailgate
October 21, 2023
Pregame festivities – food, beverages, music and Ram pride!
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Tickets
October 21, 2023
Kickoff 4 pm PT
Las Vegas, Nev.
Tickets
Game Watch Parties
Fort Collins locals can catch the game at Krazy Karl’s, our official away game watch party sponsor, but we also have watch parties happening around the nation in select Ram Network cities.
Watch Party Locations
Air Force
October 28, 2023
Air Force
Ram Walk Tailgate & Smith Alumni Center
October 28, 2023
1-4:30 p.m.
Ram Pride pregame with food, fun, music, games and more at the Ram Walk Tailgate and inside the Smith Alumni Center.
Learn More
Tickets
October 28, 2023
Kickoff 5 pm
Canvas Stadium
Tickets
Game Watch Parties
Watch the Rams with other Ram Fans in your area!
Watch Party Locations
at Wyoming
November 3, 2023
at Wyoming
Alumni Association Rally/Tailgate
November 3, 2023
Pregame festivities – food, beverages, music and Ram pride!
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Tickets
November 3, 2023
Kickoff 6 pm MT
Laramie, Wyoming
Tickets
Game Watch Parties
Fort Collins locals can catch the game at Krazy Karl’s, our official away game watch party sponsor, but we also have watch parties happening around the nation in select Ram Network cities.
Watch Party Locations
San Diego State
November 11, 2023
San Diego State
Ram Walk Tailgate & Smith Alumni Center
November 11, 2023
1-4:30 p.m.
Ram Pride pregame with food, fun, music, games and more at the Ram Walk Tailgate and inside the Smith Alumni Center.
Learn More
Tickets
November 11, 2023
Kickoff 5 pm
Canvas Stadium
Tickets
Game Watch Parties
Watch the Rams with other Ram Fans in your area!
Watch Party Locations
Nevada
November 18, 2023
Nevada
Ram Walk Tailgate & Smith Alumni Center
November 18, 2023
9 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Ram Pride pregame with food, fun, music, games and more at the Ram Walk Tailgate and inside the Smith Alumni Center.
Learn More
Tickets
November 18, 2023
Kickoff 1 pm
Canvas Stadium
Tickets
Game Watch Parties
Watch the Rams with other Ram Fans in your area!
Watch Party Locations
at Hawaii
November 25, 2023
at Hawaii
Alumni Association Ram Rally
November 24, 2023
Stay tuned for more info!
Alumni Association Tailgate
November 25, 2023
Pregame festivities – food, beverages, music and Ram pride!
Stay tuned for more info!
Tickets
November 25, 2023
Manoa, Hawaii
Tickets
Game Watch Parties
Watch the Rams with other Ram Fans in your area!
Watch Party Locations
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
Join us on the road with the team this football season, hassle free! New Horizons Travel – a local, Fort Collins travel agency – has put together hotel travel packages for several away football games for the 2023 schedule. Every package will include your hotel accommodations, necessary transfers, and entrance to the CSU Alumni Association Rams rally and pregame tailgate. Book your travel to take advantage of these green and gold deals! Travel packages for our UNLV game and Middle Tennessee game are currently available.
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
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!
Get Your Green On
CSU celebrates “Get Your Green On” every Friday and on game weekends during the football season. Wearing your green not only identifies you as a CSU fan, it means you can take advantage of some great offers from local businesses.
Game Day Schedule
Stay tuned for Game Day details for our next home game against Utah Tech on Sept. 30!
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.