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Fan Information Q&A for Wake Forest Gameday
8/30/2021 6:49:00 PM | Football, General
Do fans need to be vaccinated to attend events? What about student-athletes and staff?
While proof of vaccination isn't required for spectators, we encourage vaccinations for all. We are proud that nearly 100% of Wake Forest Athletics student-athletes, staff, and coaches are vaccinated as required under University and Athletics policy. Additionally, our staff greatly appreciates the willingness of everyone in the community to adhere and follow these health and safety guidelines to ensure the safety of all in attendance at Demon Deacon games this year.
Wake Forest Athletics will be requiring all non-team personnel to be masked at all times inside the field enclosure.
What are the rules for masks?
Wake Forest University has several gameday guidelines and strategies with the first and foremost being required face coverings for all unvaccinated fans in attendance. Additionally, all fans must wear a mask indoors at all times, regardless of vaccination status.
Approved face coverings must:
Based on guidance from health officials, open-chin triangle bandanas and/or face coverings containing valves, neck covering gaiters, or materials with holes of any kind are not acceptable face coverings. Additionally, costume masks are also not considered appropriate face coverings and are prohibited from being worn inside Truist Field.
Exceptions to the face covering policies include:
In both aforementioned instances, face coverings must be reapplied when the individual is not eating or drinking. Additionally, fans with suite tickets must follow policies regarding face coverings any time that he/she is not inside the suite that he/she is ticketed for.
"Face coverings are not required for fully vaccinated individuals in any of Truist's Fields outdoor spaces, including the seating bowl".
Is tailgating allowed before Football games?
YES! In addition to the traditional tailgate scene, Wake Forest Athletics will have pregame food & festivity options for everyone inside the DEACTOWN Fan Zone presented by Forsyth County Farm Bureau Insurance.
Complete information regarding Truist Field's parking map and specific lots can be found here. Additionally, parking lot opening times will be shared on GoDeacs.com/FootballGameday during the week of each home game throughout the 2021 season.
Finally, all tailgating policies for Truist Field can be found here.
Fans are encouraged to arrive early as metal detection measures will be in-place at all points-of-entry at Truist Field.
How do I get tickets to events?
A very limited number of Opening Night four-packs remain at the current $69 price, with only 30 remaining to also include a complimentary parking pass. Season tickets remain available and start at just $120 - only $20 per game. Those purchasing season tickets may select their seats at the time of purchase. Click here for all the innovative and fan-friendly ticketing options.
Is the Clear Bag Policy in place at football games?
In the interest of fan safety, Wake Forest Athletics will continue to implement a clear bag policy for the 2021 football season. Fans are permitted to enter with a clear bag that does not exceed 12″ in height by 6″ in depth by 12″ in width. A one-gallon clear plastic bag, such as a Ziploc bag or anything similar, is acceptable.
Complete information can be found here.
Additionally, information regarding Truist Field's prohibited items list can be found here.
Approved clear bags will be available at DeaconShop.com, Hanes Mall Deacon Shop, as well as the Deacon Shop and Bookstore on-campus for students.
What if I have a question that hasn't been answered here?
Fans with questions before, during and after all Wake Forest home Football games are encouraged to contact the Wake Forest Athletics Gameday Hotline via phone at 336-758-GAME or email at gameday@wfu.edu. This service is also available during regular business hours Monday-Friday.
Additionally, Rhino event staff team members are available at numerous guest information booths inside and around Truist Field. Locations are identified on our interior map found here.
As fans have questions, feedback or ideas, Wake Forest Athletics encourages you to email wfsports@wfu.edu with those thoughts.
While proof of vaccination isn't required for spectators, we encourage vaccinations for all. We are proud that nearly 100% of Wake Forest Athletics student-athletes, staff, and coaches are vaccinated as required under University and Athletics policy. Additionally, our staff greatly appreciates the willingness of everyone in the community to adhere and follow these health and safety guidelines to ensure the safety of all in attendance at Demon Deacon games this year.
Wake Forest Athletics will be requiring all non-team personnel to be masked at all times inside the field enclosure.
What are the rules for masks?
Wake Forest University has several gameday guidelines and strategies with the first and foremost being required face coverings for all unvaccinated fans in attendance. Additionally, all fans must wear a mask indoors at all times, regardless of vaccination status.
Approved face coverings must:
- Be made with at least two layers of breathable material.
- Fully cover the nose and mouth and stay secure under the chin.
- Fit tight but comfortably against the side of the face.
- Be secured to allow the guest to not have to keep the covering in place with his/her hands.
Based on guidance from health officials, open-chin triangle bandanas and/or face coverings containing valves, neck covering gaiters, or materials with holes of any kind are not acceptable face coverings. Additionally, costume masks are also not considered appropriate face coverings and are prohibited from being worn inside Truist Field.
Exceptions to the face covering policies include:
- When an unvaccinated individual is sitting in his/her assigned seat within the seating bowl, face coverings may be removed briefly while eating and drinking.
- An individual within the indoor premium areas may remove his/her face covering when seated at a fixed area designated for eating and drinking.
In both aforementioned instances, face coverings must be reapplied when the individual is not eating or drinking. Additionally, fans with suite tickets must follow policies regarding face coverings any time that he/she is not inside the suite that he/she is ticketed for.
"Face coverings are not required for fully vaccinated individuals in any of Truist's Fields outdoor spaces, including the seating bowl".
Is tailgating allowed before Football games?
YES! In addition to the traditional tailgate scene, Wake Forest Athletics will have pregame food & festivity options for everyone inside the DEACTOWN Fan Zone presented by Forsyth County Farm Bureau Insurance.
Complete information regarding Truist Field's parking map and specific lots can be found here. Additionally, parking lot opening times will be shared on GoDeacs.com/FootballGameday during the week of each home game throughout the 2021 season.
Finally, all tailgating policies for Truist Field can be found here.
Fans are encouraged to arrive early as metal detection measures will be in-place at all points-of-entry at Truist Field.
How do I get tickets to events?
A very limited number of Opening Night four-packs remain at the current $69 price, with only 30 remaining to also include a complimentary parking pass. Season tickets remain available and start at just $120 - only $20 per game. Those purchasing season tickets may select their seats at the time of purchase. Click here for all the innovative and fan-friendly ticketing options.
Is the Clear Bag Policy in place at football games?
In the interest of fan safety, Wake Forest Athletics will continue to implement a clear bag policy for the 2021 football season. Fans are permitted to enter with a clear bag that does not exceed 12″ in height by 6″ in depth by 12″ in width. A one-gallon clear plastic bag, such as a Ziploc bag or anything similar, is acceptable.
Complete information can be found here.
Additionally, information regarding Truist Field's prohibited items list can be found here.
Approved clear bags will be available at DeaconShop.com, Hanes Mall Deacon Shop, as well as the Deacon Shop and Bookstore on-campus for students.
What if I have a question that hasn't been answered here?
Fans with questions before, during and after all Wake Forest home Football games are encouraged to contact the Wake Forest Athletics Gameday Hotline via phone at 336-758-GAME or email at gameday@wfu.edu. This service is also available during regular business hours Monday-Friday.
Additionally, Rhino event staff team members are available at numerous guest information booths inside and around Truist Field. Locations are identified on our interior map found here.
As fans have questions, feedback or ideas, Wake Forest Athletics encourages you to email wfsports@wfu.edu with those thoughts.
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