May update post #1 but here is Gameday 2019 from and email:
Gameday 101
Admission
McGuirk Alumni Stadium will open 90 minutes prior to kickoff. Spectators (three (3) and older) must have a valid ticket to enter and are encouraged to enter McGuirk Alumni Stadium prior to kickoff. This serves to ease congestion at the gates. Once in the stadium, guests are not allowed to leave and re-enter. There is a no re-entry policy. All bags will be searched upon entry.
Bags
All bags will be searched upon entry to McGuirk Alumni Stadium. Bags larger than 14"x10"x5" are not permitted in McGuirk Alumni Stadium.
Banners and Signs
Hand-held banners may be no larger than 3'x3' and must not obstruct the view of other guests during the game.
Concessions
A variety of in-stadium meal options, ranging from classic gameday fare to more contemporary and dietary items, are available for sale. Concession stands are located at the base of the McGuirk Alumni Stadium stands on both the east and west sidelines. Concession stands will include both beer and wine.
Guest Services
Guest Services is located next to Section 20, along the north concourse. The booths are staffed until 20 minutes after the game ends. Guest Services can assist with gameday questions, provide information, as well as lost and found retrieval. Members of the UMass Event Staff and UMass Security are located at each gate.
Security and Safety
All guests and their items will be subject to physical inspection by security personnel. Do not leave valuables visible in your car and always lock your doors. Laptops, purses, GPS units, iPods and other electronic devices are especially at risk for theft. UMass is not responsible for any stolen items. Any item deemed dangerous or inappropriate by management can and will be prohibited from McGuirk Alumni Stadium.
Tents and Tailgating
Stay Grounded Tents or canopies must be secured and may not utilize stakes that penetrate the ground more than 12 inches. Tailgating amenities, including tents, canopies, furniture, grills, generators, cables or satellite dishes, may not obstruct sidewalks, drive lanes, pedestrian walkways or fire lanes.
Tickets and Will Call
The UMass Athletics Ticket Office is located at the Mullins Center and is open Monday-Friday, 10 a.m.-6:00 p.m. The McGuirk Alumni Stadium Ticket Office (ticket sales and will call), located outside the east gates of McGuirk Alumni Stadium on Stadium Drive, opens three (3) hours prior to kickoff and closes at the end of the third quarter. The satellite ticket trailer (ticket sales only) opens four (4) hours prior to kickoff and is located on Stadium Drive. UMass player guest and visiting team will call, located outside the east gates of McGuirk Alumni Stadium, opens 90 minutes prior to kickoff and closes at the end of the third quarter. Only the person whose name is on the ticket envelope may pick up the ticket(s). A photo ID is required for all will call transactions.
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Gameday Promotion
Celebrating all of the great businesses in our area, the first annual Valley Tally game encourages local businesses / restaurants to display their UMass pride, and come out to the game! Game programming will include announcements surrounding businesses in attendance, and all that they offer!
Giveaway: kickoff the Walt Bell era of UMass football, and receive a mini UMass cowbell! Limited number available, first come first serve
Hosting a school supply drive to benefit Holyoke Public Schools. Bring items and drop them off at the Fan Experience Tent prior to entering the stadium!
Minuteman March
The Minuteman March will move to a new location for the 2019 season. The team will arrive to the designated starting point (in front of main entrance to stadium) 2 hours and 10 minutes prior to kickoff. Line the walkway to the FPC and greet the team!
Southern Illinois: 1:20 PM