Wake Forest Football vs. Louisiana gameday timeline

Know Before You Go: Louisiana

9/25/2024 9:07:00 AM | Football

WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. -- Wake Forest Athletics is committed to providing The Best Fan Experience in North Carolina inside all of its venues while ensuring that all fans have a great time in a healthy and safe environment. Wake Forest University has several gameday strategies, and health and safety protocols in place to ensure all fans have a great experience at Allegacy Federal Credit Union Stadium.

With the overwhelming excitement for Demon Deacons football in the Winston-Salem and Triad communities, Wake Forest Athletics is excited to announce there are less than 200 tickets remaining for Saturday's contest at Allegacy Stadium.
 
Additionally with multiple sellouts expected this fall, Wake Forest Athletics encouraged fans to get their tickets for the 2024 season while supplies last! Fewer than 600 unsold seats left for Clemson on Oct. 12,  single game tickets are on sale now for Cal on Nov. 8 and Duke on Nov. 30.
 
If you are interested in purchasing limited tickets for Saturday's game against Louisiana, call the Wake Forest Ticket Office at 336-758-3322 for more information or to purchase tickets click HERE.
 
The game will kickoff at 3:30 p.m. and will be broadcasted on the ACC Network.

Gameday Timeline
  • 10:30 p.m. - Lots Open
  • 12:30 p.m. - Student Tailgate Opens
  • 12:30 p.m. - Ticket Office Opens
  • 12:30 p.m. -Lowe's Foods DEACTOWN Fan Zone Opens
  • 1:15 p.m. - Deacon Walk
  • 1:30 p.m. - Touchdown Club Open
  • 1:30 p.m. - Flow Lexus Club Opens
  • 2:00 p.m. - Pollard Club Opens
  • 2:00 p.m. - All Gates Open
  • 2:30 p.m. - Team Warmups
  • 3:05 p.m. - Pregame Show Begins
  • 3:29 p.m. - Open the Gate
  • 3:35 p.m. - Kickoff
 
Open the Gate - Rachel Kuehn
  • After a record-breaking career in her time as a Demon Deacon, former women's golfer Rachel Kuehn returns to Wake Forest as the Week 4 Open the Gate Honoree, prior to kickoff against the Louisiana Ragin' Cajuns on Saturday, Sept. 28 inside Allegacy Stadium.
  • The daughter of All-American golfer and fellow Deacon Brenda Kuehn, Rachel Kuehn cemented her own legacy in Wake Forest history. The Asheville native holds the Wake Forest record for the lowest four-year scoring average with a 71.19, helping her earn a selection to the Arnold Palmer Cup five times. 
  • Kuehn is the first Wake Forest women's golfer since 2011 to be named the Scholar Athlete of the Year and the first player in program history to be both Player and Scholar Athlete of the Year. The five-time Women's Golf Coaches Association All-American helped earn the program two ACC titles, in 2022 and 2024 respectively, as well as the program's first NCAA Championship in 2023. 
  • In her final year as a Deac, Kuehn helped lead the team to their eighth ACC title in program history, while also earning her seventh and eighth individual career titles at the ACC Championship and NCAA Regionals. 
  • She continues to dominate the women's golf world, recently competing for the USA with fellow former Deacon Mimi Rhodes at the 2024 Curtis Cup, marking the third consecutive Curtis Cup to feature at least two Deacons competing. This upcoming fall, Kuehn will continue her pro career, beginning the second stage of qualifying for the LPGA in October. 

Deacon Shop to Have Select Jersey Inventory Available
Deacon Shop operated by Follett, gives you a new way to show your Deacon pride as select student-athlete jerseys will be on sale at Allegacy Stadium. Additionally, if you would like to place an online order fans can visit WakeForestShop.com.
 

Friday Night Fireworks
Join Wake Forest Athletics for its traditional firework show before every Demon Deacon home football game. The five-minute show will begin at approximately 9 p.m. on Friday at the Athletics throws field behind McCreary Football Field House.

Accessibility Information
Wake Forest Athletics strives to provide content at games, social media and on GoDeacs.com that is accessible to all people. In the continued effort to improve accessibility of the technology and digital content at the game, fans can access closed captions here for the public address announcer and in-venue content.

Wake Forest Athletics is always open to learning about new ideas and ways we can improve. Please report accessibility challenges, identify content you find inaccessible, or give us general feedback at pantagw@wfu.edu.

Parking
Parking lots will open at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, September 28 for Wake Forest's matchup against Louisiana.

Parking will be available to purchase on gameday in the Allegacy & Pepsi lots at the LJVM Coliseum on a first-come, first-serve basis. Parking will be $30 per space in the LJVM lots for Wake Forest's matchup against the Cavaliers.

A free parking option at 2400 Reynolda Road is available with multiple shuttles providing transportation to and from the drop-off and pickup area located in front of the entrance to the fairgrounds.

Parking in the Pepsi Lot can be purchased in advance online here.

If you need help traveling around Allegacy Stadium on game day, the Flow Courtesy Shuttle is available to help take fans to their destinations. Golf Cart shuttles are available to assist disabled, elderly or injured patrons. Please request one from a parking lot attendant in the Gold, Red, Blue, Orange, or Green Lots. You may also call 336-758-GAME (4263) to request a shuttle. Golf carts will not cross Deacon Blvd.

Handicapped Accessible Parking
 
Note: Couch Ballpark ADA Parking subject to availability, first come first serve. Overflow may park into the Red Lot.

McCreary Tower/Gold/Red Lots: Reserved handicapped parking passes can be ordered on a seasonal basis in the McCreary Tower, Gold and Red parking lots. If a handicapped-specific pass has not been purchased, plenty of handicapped parking is still available. Patrons will need to display their McCreary Tower/Gold/Red Wake Forest Parking Pass and a handicapped placard to gain access. We encourage the purchase of your McCreary Tower, Gold, or Red Lot Handicapped pass at the beginning of the season.

Blue and Orange Lots: Reserved handicapped parking is not available in the Blue or Orange Lots. However, accommodations are available. First, patrons can park in their designated lot and request a courtesy shuttle to the Entry Gate. Please contact the nearest parking attendant or call 336-758-GAME (4263) to request a courtesy shuttle. Second, patrons can display their Blue or Orange lot pass AND a handicapped placard to access handicapped spots in the Couch Ballpark Lot free of charge.

Visiting Team or General Public: ALL visiting team or general public disabled patrons may enter via Deacon Blvd. and park in the Couch Ballpark Lot. You must have a valid handicapped placard. Courtesy shuttles are available from this location to Gate 1 only. Please contact the nearest parking attendant or call 336-758-GAME (4263) to request a courtesy shuttle.
 
Gameday Hotline Texting
  • Have a question or need assistance during the game? Text 336-758-GAME for quick help from our fan support team. We're here to ensure you have a great experience! Fans can anonymously share or ask:
    • General Questions
    • Facility & Maintenance Needs
    • Fan Experience Feedback
    • Harassment or Other Security Issues
 
Gameday Grub: Innovative & Delicious Food Options Await Fans at Allegacy Stadium
With the help of concessions & catering partner Proof of the Pudding, Wake Forest Athletics is excited to offer a new selection of food and beverage options at Allegacy Federal Credit Union Stadium.
Around the stadium, there will be a variety of options for fans to try.
More information

The Deacon Walk is Back in 2024!
In 2022, Athletics announced the return of the Deacon Walk before every home football game.

The Deacon Walk will begin approximately two hours and 15 minutes before kickoff at the corner of Deacon Blvd and Piccolo Lane.

Led by the Demon Deacon and Motorcycle, Spirit of the Old Gold and Black Drumline and your 2024 Demon Deacon football team, the Deacon Walk gives Deacon Nation the opportunity to welcome the squad before cheering on the Deacs inside Allegacy Stadium!

Best Fan Experience in North Carolina
Here are the previously announced fan initiatives and information for the 2024 football season.
  • Operational Details
  • In an effort to provide The Best Fan Experience in North Carolina, Wake Forest Athletics has partnered with SIDEARM, Paciolan, and SeatGeek to ensure a seamless mobile ticketing experience at all Wake Forest venues. 
  • Wake Forest Athletics has redesigned its mobile app with SIDEARM Sports to enhance the experience for all users. It is free to fans and can be downloaded on both the App Store on Apple Devices and the Google Play Store on Android models.
  • The gameday app is the best way to access and add your tickets to your digital wallet, and can be downloaded by searching "Wake Forest Demon Deacons" in the iOS or Google Play stores. Fans can also transfer and resell their tickets via the mobile app.
  • As a reminder, it is recommended for fans to download their mobile tickets prior to arriving at Allegacy Stadium on gameday to avoid connectivity issues.

Exciting Enhancements Await Players, Coaches & Capacity Crowds Inside Allegacy Stadium This Fall
  • Communication Inside Helmets: 
  • This fall, players and coaches from both programs will harness cutting-edge technology to revolutionize their game. Equipped with helmets that enable real-time communication, coaches can now strategize and adjust tactics directly on the field, elevating teamwork and in-game coordination to a new level.
  • Bench Video Review:
  • This season, coaches will use Apple iPads tablets on the sidelines to access real-time video and film reviews. These cutting-edge tools will provide instant analysis and strategic insights, giving both coaches and players a powerful advantage during the game.
  • Additional Club Seating on East Side: 
  • The addition of 54 new club seats on the East Side offers premium views and amenities for fans seeking a luxurious game day experience. The addition comes after high demand for the previous East Side club seats installed in 2021. All seats purchased come with access to the Pollard Club for food and beverage amenities. To purchase these seats, please call the Wake Forest ticket sales team at 336-758-3322.
  • 1834 Market & Deacon Market: 
  • A new, innovative, and easy-to-navigate concessions option for fans located at Section 7 on the West Concourse will serve all patrons on gamedays. Catered by Proof of the Pudding, these concession markets will provide a quick and personal experience for fans as they traverse the concourse for food and drinks. 
  • Premium Deacon Hill Seating Option: 
  • Student Patios: 
  • Wake Forest's most loyal fans, its Screamin' Demon student section, will now have the ability to access brand new premium viewing and hospitality areas located within the stands of Allegacy Stadium in Section 20. In collaboration with WFU's Office of Student Engagement, groups of up to 30 students will be given exclusive access to the space, which also features a commemorative giveaway item for each guest, lite snacks and non-alcoholic beverages free of charge. A truly unique experience that will add to an already vibrant and engaging atmosphere for students on gameday. Student groups with interest in the patios should email rewards@wfu.edu for more information. 
  • Student Tailgate: 
  • The DEACTOWN Student Tailgate space behind the East stands of Allegacy Stadium is back and better than ever! Wake Forest Athletics is excited to announce the addition of two live band performances at the tailgate for 2024. These performances will take place on Opening Night, Thursday, August 29 vs North Carolina A&T and Family Weekend, Saturday, September 28 vs Louisiana. Wake Forest Athletics has also launched an all new landing page to serve as the official home of the DEACTOWN Student Tailgate. 
  • Tables Added to Flow Lexus Club: 
  • Additional tables have been added to the Flow Lexus Club, enhancing the dining and social experience for valued ticket holders.
  • Helms Room Suite Inside Bridger Field House:
  • For fans seeking an unparalleled game day experience, the Helms Room inside Bridger Field House offers a new level of luxury and exclusivity. Overlooking the end zone opposite the Bob McCreary Videoboard Honoring the Class of 1961, this premium area provides an unrivaled vantage point for watching Wake Forest Football inside Allegacy Stadium. This space can hold up to 40 individuals for the game. Additionally, catering and beverage options are available for purchasers of this space. To reserve the Helms Room for your group or to inquire about availability and pricing, please contact the ticket sales team at 336-758-3322.
  • DEACTOWN Fan Zone Presented by Lowes Foods:
  • The DEACTOWN Fan Zone opens three hours before kickoff and has plenty of seating to sit back, enjoy some music, have a drink, watch a game and let the kids run around and have a good time. Additionally, Deacon Nation can enjoy:
  • Live Band
  • Video Wall
  • Lowes Foods Beer Barrel 
  • Inflatables
  • Deacon Shop
  • Face Painters
  • Food Trucks

Wake Forest Football 2024 Season T-Shirt Now on Sale!
  • Purchase the official shirt of the 2024 Wake Forest football season! In collaboration with campus and our football program, Wake Forest Athletics has developed a season t-shirt for purchase.
  • The 2024 season t-shirt can be purchased here, or by visiting any of our Deacon Shop locations on campus or on game days. Be sure to get your black season t-shirt in preparation for the wear black games announced soon. 

Guest Services
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.
Fans needing assistance can also visit the Wake Forest Athletics gameday information website. The gameday page is the hub of all fan information pertaining to gameday policies and procedures for Allegacy Stadium.

Rhino event staff team members are available at numerous guest information booths inside and around Allegacy Stadium. Locations are identified on our interior map found here.

Feedback
As fans have questions, feedback or ideas, Wake Forest Athletics encourages you to email wfsports@wfu.edu with those thoughts.
 
 
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