Florida-Georgia Game Day Initiatives
Thursday, October 25, 2018 | Football
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – This Saturday, TIAA Bank Field and the Florida-Georgia game will take center stage on the college football landscape, as the No. 9 Gators and No. 7 Bulldogs square off at 3:30 p.m. Saturday, with CBS providing television coverage, and ESPN College GameDay and SEC Nation broadcasting their respective shows live in Jacksonville.
Fans are encouraged to arrive early. TIAA Bank Field officials will be conducting thorough security wanding and bag inspections, and metal detectors will be set up at each entrance. Officials have the authority to inspect clothing and other items. In addition, there is a strict clear bag policy. See below for details.
Gates open at 1:30 p.m., and there is a strict no re-entry policy.
For up-to-date information on Florida-Georgia, including traffic updates and events surrounding the game, visit:
ESPN College GameDay
College GameDay will make its fourth appearance at the Florida-Georgia game, and it will be the show's first trip there since 2005. The Gators are a perfect 3-0 with College GameDay in town for Florida-Georgia.
Since 1993, College GameDay has been television's definitive and comprehensive college football studio show, and has traveled most weeks on college Saturdays to the day's biggest game and has been met by large and enthusiastic crowds. Hosted by Rece Davis, the show features Lee Corso, Kirk Herbstreit, Heisman Trophy winner Desmond Howard, David Pollack, and Maria Taylor.
Starting at 9 a.m., the three-hour show will broadcast live at Met Park 2 (Metropolitan Park) at the south end of the stage, putting the stadium in the background. Head coach Dan Mullen will make a live appearance at 9:10 a.m.
SEC Nation
SEC Nation is headed to Jacksonville for Florida-Georgia for a third consecutive year.
Host and UF Alum Laura Rutledge is joined at the desk by Jacksonville native, Heisman Trophy winner and Gator Great Tim Tebow, along with former LSU defensive lineman Marcus Spears and radio host Paul Finebaum. This marks Tebow, Spears and Finebaum's fourth season with the show.
SEC Nation reporter Lauren Sisler will also travel with the show and report from a variety of game day festivities throughout.
The two-hour show begins at 10 a.m. outside TIAA Bank Field in the grass area between Lot P North and Lot P South. Fans are encouraged to tailgate alongside the show.
Gator Walk
The Florida football team is expected to arrive at Gate 1 of TIAA Bank Field at 1:20 p.m. on Saturday. Fans are welcome to line up and cheer on the Gators as they arrive at the stadium.
Parking Information
The general public parking lots open at 7 a.m. and are expected to fill up five hours prior to kickoff. Fans are encouraged to arrive early or take the Gameday Xpress, a park-n-ride service provided by JTA. For more information, visit FLGAjax.com or call JTA at 904-630-3100.
Tailgating Information
The City of Jacksonville will enforce its municipal code concerning prohibition against alcoholic beverages on the city sidewalks and streets. Tailgating will be allowed in the parking lots and areas around the stadium, but once you leave the vicinity of your vehicle, strict adherence to the ordinance will be enforced by the City of Jacksonville Police. No open containers will be allowed.
Fans are reminded that when they are tailgating, the State of Florida prohibits open containers in automobiles except in locked glove compartments or locked trunks. Police will strictly enforce this law.
Sideline Safety Zone and Guest Service Locations
There are six Sideline Safety Zone and Guest Service locations, providing an area where residents, students, and visitors enjoying downtown Jacksonville before, during, and after the Florida-Georgia festivities can find assistance. This includes basic medical help, first aid, transportation services information, directions, cell phone charging, telephone service, and more.
Fans in need of assistance can also call the hotline at 904-630-7233.
These locations are open both Friday and Saturday.
VIP Hospitality & Daily's Place Open House
The event will take place on Saturday from 11:30 a.m. until halftime.
For an exact location and more details, click here.
Baseball Grounds of Jacksonville
The grounds will be open to the public as part of SMG's partnership with The Tailgate Guys.
Clear Bags
In the interest of fan safety, TIAA Bank Field has a clear bag policy in accordance with SEC and NFL policy. Fans are reminded that TIAA Bank Field's policy is the same as what the UAA has in place at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium.
Approved Bags
Other Prohibited Items
Gate Times
The US Assure Clubs and all other gates will open at 1:30 p.m. for Saturday's 3:30 p.m. kickoff. Fans are encouraged to move into their seats sooner than usual to avoid last-minute gate pressure, which frequently occurs prior to kickoff.
There will be "No Bag" lanes at each entrance to expedite entry for those choosing not to take a bag into the stadium.
Those with special needs should contact Stadium Operations at (904) 633-6100. They will need to provide the number of the gate they plan to enter as well as their special needs. Special service animals are welcome.
North End Zone Seating Information – Sections 317 (West) and 329 (East) via Main Concourse
Guests entering through any ticket gate (stadium gates open at 1:30 p.m., two hours prior to kickoff) can access the Main Concourse using the escalators inside Gates 2 or 3. You must exit the escalator on the Main Concourse to access the following routes below:
Ticket Information
The ticketing box office opens at 11:30 a.m., four hours prior to kickoff, and is located at the north end of the stadium, near Gate 2.
Fans are encouraged to arrive early. TIAA Bank Field officials will be conducting thorough security wanding and bag inspections, and metal detectors will be set up at each entrance. Officials have the authority to inspect clothing and other items. In addition, there is a strict clear bag policy. See below for details.
Gates open at 1:30 p.m., and there is a strict no re-entry policy.
For up-to-date information on Florida-Georgia, including traffic updates and events surrounding the game, visit:
- FLGAJax.com
- Florida vs. Georgia (Facebook)
- @FloridaGators | @GatorsFB on Twitter
- @JSOPIO on Twitter
- @CityofJax on Twitter
ESPN College GameDay
College GameDay will make its fourth appearance at the Florida-Georgia game, and it will be the show's first trip there since 2005. The Gators are a perfect 3-0 with College GameDay in town for Florida-Georgia.
Since 1993, College GameDay has been television's definitive and comprehensive college football studio show, and has traveled most weeks on college Saturdays to the day's biggest game and has been met by large and enthusiastic crowds. Hosted by Rece Davis, the show features Lee Corso, Kirk Herbstreit, Heisman Trophy winner Desmond Howard, David Pollack, and Maria Taylor.
Starting at 9 a.m., the three-hour show will broadcast live at Met Park 2 (Metropolitan Park) at the south end of the stage, putting the stadium in the background. Head coach Dan Mullen will make a live appearance at 9:10 a.m.
SEC Nation
SEC Nation is headed to Jacksonville for Florida-Georgia for a third consecutive year.
Host and UF Alum Laura Rutledge is joined at the desk by Jacksonville native, Heisman Trophy winner and Gator Great Tim Tebow, along with former LSU defensive lineman Marcus Spears and radio host Paul Finebaum. This marks Tebow, Spears and Finebaum's fourth season with the show.
SEC Nation reporter Lauren Sisler will also travel with the show and report from a variety of game day festivities throughout.
The two-hour show begins at 10 a.m. outside TIAA Bank Field in the grass area between Lot P North and Lot P South. Fans are encouraged to tailgate alongside the show.
Gator Walk
The Florida football team is expected to arrive at Gate 1 of TIAA Bank Field at 1:20 p.m. on Saturday. Fans are welcome to line up and cheer on the Gators as they arrive at the stadium.
Parking Information
The general public parking lots open at 7 a.m. and are expected to fill up five hours prior to kickoff. Fans are encouraged to arrive early or take the Gameday Xpress, a park-n-ride service provided by JTA. For more information, visit FLGAjax.com or call JTA at 904-630-3100.
Tailgating Information
The City of Jacksonville will enforce its municipal code concerning prohibition against alcoholic beverages on the city sidewalks and streets. Tailgating will be allowed in the parking lots and areas around the stadium, but once you leave the vicinity of your vehicle, strict adherence to the ordinance will be enforced by the City of Jacksonville Police. No open containers will be allowed.
Fans are reminded that when they are tailgating, the State of Florida prohibits open containers in automobiles except in locked glove compartments or locked trunks. Police will strictly enforce this law.
Sideline Safety Zone and Guest Service Locations
There are six Sideline Safety Zone and Guest Service locations, providing an area where residents, students, and visitors enjoying downtown Jacksonville before, during, and after the Florida-Georgia festivities can find assistance. This includes basic medical help, first aid, transportation services information, directions, cell phone charging, telephone service, and more.
Fans in need of assistance can also call the hotline at 904-630-7233.
These locations are open both Friday and Saturday.
VIP Hospitality & Daily's Place Open House
The event will take place on Saturday from 11:30 a.m. until halftime.
For an exact location and more details, click here.
Baseball Grounds of Jacksonville
The grounds will be open to the public as part of SMG's partnership with The Tailgate Guys.
Clear Bags
In the interest of fan safety, TIAA Bank Field has a clear bag policy in accordance with SEC and NFL policy. Fans are reminded that TIAA Bank Field's policy is the same as what the UAA has in place at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium.
Approved Bags
- Clear plastic, vinyl or PVC bags that do not exceed 12"x6"x12"
- A logo no larger than 4.5"x 3.4" can be displayed on one side of a permissible clear bag.
- One-gallon clear, re-sealable plastic storage bag
- Small clutch bags no larger than 4.5"x6.5", approximately the size of a hand, with or without a handle or strap
- Medically necessary items (after proper inspection)
Other Prohibited Items
- No cameras with lenses longer than six inches
- No coolers or containers including cans, cups and bottles
- No strollers or umbrellas
- No pets (except special services)
- No food or beverage from outside the stadium
- No seat cushions
- No video or audio recorders
- No whistles, noise makers, air horns or laser pointers
- No poles or sticks
- No knives, guns or any type of weapons or explosives
- No smoking (except in designated areas)
- No promotional materials
- Banners or signs larger than 3'x2'. See full banner policy here.
- Any other item deemed unacceptable by stadium management
- No Re-Entry
Gate Times
The US Assure Clubs and all other gates will open at 1:30 p.m. for Saturday's 3:30 p.m. kickoff. Fans are encouraged to move into their seats sooner than usual to avoid last-minute gate pressure, which frequently occurs prior to kickoff.
There will be "No Bag" lanes at each entrance to expedite entry for those choosing not to take a bag into the stadium.
Those with special needs should contact Stadium Operations at (904) 633-6100. They will need to provide the number of the gate they plan to enter as well as their special needs. Special service animals are welcome.
North End Zone Seating Information – Sections 317 (West) and 329 (East) via Main Concourse
Guests entering through any ticket gate (stadium gates open at 1:30 p.m., two hours prior to kickoff) can access the Main Concourse using the escalators inside Gates 2 or 3. You must exit the escalator on the Main Concourse to access the following routes below:
- Access the Main Concourse and proceed to the stairs in the North End Zone (NEZ) on the Main Concourse behind Sections 222 and 224. Proceed up the stairwell to the 5th Level (next accessible level) and once you have exited the stairs, walk left or right down the pathway to the sections which will be labeled and staffed at the entrances to the seating sections.
- If traveling on Ramps 2 or 3 (defined by the gates they are next to), proceed to the 5th level and use the stairs located at the ramp switchback. Staff will be there to direct you up the stairs. Once on the North End Zone (NEZ) Deck, walk left or right down the pathway to the sections which will be labeled and staffed at the entrances to the seating sections.
- For ADA Access …
- You may enter the stadium using the North Side Disabled Lobby entrance to access elevators. Take the elevator up to the 5th level and after departing the elevator, proceed left or right down the pathway to the sections which will be labeled and staffed at the entrances to the seating sections. The West Section of ADA Seating is accessible from the entrance to Section 320 and the East Section of ADA Seating is accessible from the entrance to Section 326.
- You may enter the stadium through Gates 2 or 3 and access the escalators exiting on the Main Concourse. From the Main Concourse, proceed to the elevators in the North End of the Stadium (across from Sections 222 and 224 between the stairwells). Take the elevator up to the 5th level and after departing the elevator, proceed left or right down the pathway to the sections which will be labeled and staffed at the entrances to the seating sections. The West Section of ADA Seating is accessible from the entrance to Section 320 and the East Section of ADA Seating is accessible from the entrance to Section 326.
Ticket Information
The ticketing box office opens at 11:30 a.m., four hours prior to kickoff, and is located at the north end of the stadium, near Gate 2.
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