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HIGH SChool BAND, CHEER, DANCE DAY
Minnesota vs. AKRON
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HIGH SCHOOL BAND, CHEER, AND DANCE DAY
- Local community high school bands & spirit squads will perform pre-game and during halftime.
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- Recognitions and unique experiences to support our loyal Athletics supporters.
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Minnesota vs. AKRON
7:00AM - Tailgate Lots Open
8:00AM - Huntington Bank Stadium Ticket Office Opens
8:00AM - Gopher Garden presented by Huntington Bank
Enjoy music, beverages, give-a-ways, and more on Oak Street outside 3M Arena at Mariucci!
8:30AM - Ski-U-March (Team Arrival)
Welcome the Gopher Football team near Gate C!
9:00M - Ski-U-Mania
Join the University of Minnesota Alumni Association at McNamara Alumni Center to get ready for kickoff!
9:00AM - Pregame Radio Show
Live on 100.3 KFAN and the Gopher Sports App!
9:00AM - Premium Ticket Holders Entry
Premium Ticket Holders can access Club Cambria
9:30AM - Gates Open (All General Gates)
Enjoy Gopher Hour on the West Plaza with lower priced food & beverage options!
Stop by the Golden Gophers Fan Shop located near Gate E to check out the latest Gopher apparel!
9:40AM - Gopher Spirit Rally
Join the rally at 3M Arena at Mariucci Patio!
10:40AM - On-Field Band Performance
Watch the Pride of Minnesota Marching Band take the field!
10:58AM - ROW Chant
Grab your oars and ROW with us right before kickoff!
11:00AM - KICKOFF: Minnesota vs. Akron
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