MIAMI – Florida International University Athletics and director of athletics Scott Carr announced new tailgating policies and gameday plans for the 2022 football season on Thursday, inviting fans to experience A New Day in FIU Athletics, beginning Sept. 1 when the Panthers host Bryant at the FIU Football Stadium.

"The experience our fans have on game day is very important to us as a university and an athletics department," Carr said. "We want to do everything that we can to make it possible for each and every person that steps foot on campus on a game day to have a great time. Tailgating and community with other Panthers are vital parts of the college football experience, so we have really made the ease of tailgating a large part of our focus."
 
Tailgating for college football games is a special time for fans, which is why FIU is expanding its tailgating footprint and making it an easier process for all fans to tailgate on campus in 2022. There will be multiple locations on campus where fans can simply show up and start tailgating. The idea is to create a tailgating environment where fans can expect to enjoy the day experiencing all the activities associated with football tailgating.
 
TAILGATING LOCATIONS
The addition of Tamiami Hall on the campus of FIU, and the promenade and plaza that go along with it, have created one of the most beautiful tailgating landscapes in college football. Starting in 2022 the promenade will be the home for all student tailgating.
 
For the first time since 2014, Tamiami Park will be available for tailgating on game days in 2022. The Cuban Memorial Area of the park will be the location for five of the six home games, while an area southwest of the stadium will be the park tailgating for Oct. 8. The spacious Cuban Memorial area on the southeast side of the FIU Football Stadium is the perfect setting for large gatherings of fans to enjoy their pre-game activities before kickoff. Priority parking in this area will be available for Panther Club members at $150 level and above. General single-game parking further back in the park will be available online prior to gameday or in-person game day for $20 based on availability.
 
Areas to tailgate with no registration required (first-come, first-served, beginning 6 hours prior to kickoff on Saturdays, 3 p.m. on week nights):

• Lot 7 (Parking, Tailgating and RV access for Panther Club Members at $150 level or for purchase in advance or in-person on game day - $30)
• South VIP Lot (Parking and Tailgating for Panther Club Members at $150 level, Stadium Club ticket holders, and Suite ticket holders)
• Tamiami Park (Cuban Memorial Lot or Southwest of Stadium on Oct. 8 only) (Priority Parking and Tailgating for Panther Club Members at $150 level or for purchase in advance or in-person on game day - $20)
• Lot 5 (Free Parking, Tailgating, and RV access)
• Lot 4 (Free Parking and Tailgating)
• Grass Area in front of Blue and Gold Garages (Free Tent Tailgating and Preferred Location for Hassle-Free Tailgate Setup. Click here for services.)
• Grass Area east of Tamiami Hall and South of Frost (Free Tent Tailgating and Preferred Location for Hassle-Free Tailgate Setup. Click here for services.)
• Tamiami Hall Promenade (Free Tent Tailgating for Students)
• Parking Garage 2 (Free Covered Parking)

 
 
PANTHER WALK
When the Panthers arrive at the stadium, approximately two hours and 15 minutes prior to kickoff, fans are encouraged to leave their tailgate and welcome the team. For the 2022 season, the team will be dropped off on the east side of Tamiami Hall and walk through the promenade and into the stadium at Gate 6. The band will be playing, and the spirit team will be there cheering them on. The team will be excited, so make sure to be there to join in on the fun.
 
NEW FOR STUDENTS IN 2022
In addition to the brand-new promenade for tailgating, FIU students will rest easy knowing that as soon as they are ready to enter the stadium, they will walk through Gates 6, 6A, and 7, conveniently located near the promenade at the northeast corner of the FIU Football Stadium. From there, students can either take the first stairwell on the north concourse up to sideline seating or walk through the northeast tunnel towards end zone seating. Student seating will be available in sections 101, 102, 135, and 136 on the north sideline, as well as sections 105 through 108 in the east end zone.  
 
"We have a great student body here at FIU and they are extremely important to our success, as all of our fans are," Carr said. "We believe that we have made it as easy as possible for them to get from their tailgate, into the stadium and into some really great seats to watch the game and create the atmosphere we need in The Cage."
 
FIU Football fans are familiar with the First-Year Frenzy, where first-year students can be on the field as the Panthers run out of the tunnel and get ready for action. Well in 2022, many groups of students will have that opportunity, as each game will feature a different cross-section of FIU students on the field as the football makes its entrance, including a call for all last-year students for the final game of the season, Nov. 26.


 
HASSLE-FREE TAILGATING
Fans looking for a hassle-free tailgating experience can signup for turnkey tailgating service with tents, tables, chairs, and catering services available via FIU Parking and Transportation. Click Here to register for services today.
 
GAME THEMES AND FIU FAN FITS
Each of the six home games in 2022 will feature its own theme and all fans will have the opportunity to show their Panther Pride by coordinating with each other to wear their best FIU Fan Fits to the game (your FIU Panthers t-shirt, jersey, tank, etc.).
 
Sept. 1 – As the Panthers host Bryant the theme is A New Day with the first game of the Mike MacIntyre and Scott Carr era kicking off at 7 p.m. Fans are encouraged to wear blue. The First-Year Frenzy will be on the field, Pantherland will return near to Parkview Hall, and be on the look out for those Frisbee Dogs!

Oct. 8 – Homecoming is the theme of the game, as FIU celebrates its 50th Anniversary. The Panthers host UConn at 7 p.m. and fans are encouraged to wear white for the FIU Fan Fit of the game.

Oct. 14 – UTSA comes to town for an 8 p.m. kickoff on Friday night and it will be FIU Vice Night. Fans are encouraged to wear their favorite vice colors to show their Miami pride. FIU will also celebrate the 20^th Anniversary of the FIU Marching Band on Oct. 14.
 
Oct. 28 – It's Roary's No Scream Halloween! Halloween parades, trick-or-treating, costumes and more will be the theme as Louisiana Tech comes to Miami for an 8 p.m. kickoff on Friday night. Fans are encouraged to wear their favorite Halloween costume. Maybe go as an FIU football player or a Panther?
 
Nov. 12 – It's a rivalry game as FAU comes to town, but it's also Salute to Service at the stadium. Fans can show their Military Appreciation by wearing camo (shades of blue and gold encouraged, obviously).
 
Nov. 26 – The final game of the season will be themed for the seniors as the Senior Day ceremony will take place prior to the game, recognizing Panthers that will be playing in their last regular season game at the FIU Football Stadium. The Senior Stroll will take place on the field as final-year students are welcomed onto the field as the Panthers enter the stadium. Your FIU Fan Fit for this last game is Fans Choice. Wear blue, white or gold!
 
ALUMNI TAILGATE EVENTS
This year FIU Alumni is excited to bring you Alumni Pregames inside the stadium! View the schedule and join us steps from your seat before most home games as we prepare to cheer our Panthers to victory. For more information click here. 
 
TICKETS
For more information on FIU Football season and individual tickets, including student ticketing, call 305-FIU-GAME or visit the FIU Athletics Online Ticket Office
 

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