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A-Day Information

A-Day is set for April 12, 2008 with kickoff at 2:05 p.m. CDT and will be televised live on CSS. For all your essential Gameday information including traffic, parking, RV parking and tailgating activities on the Quad, click on the links below.

Traffic	A-Day Parking
RV Info	Kickoff on the Quad	Maps

A-Day Traffic

Traffic Flow

The University of Alabama and local law enforcement authorities are working hard to ensure that Gameday traffic runs as smoothly as possible. Please make a special note of the enhancements and changes from last season.

View the 2008 A-Day parking and traffic map.

View the 2008 A-Day post-game traffic map.

Pre-Game Traffic

Traveling on Bryant Drive?

There is ongoing construction on Bryant Drive between Wallace Wade Avenue and Lurleen Wallace Boulevard. Please be aware that this could affect traffic and force you to take a detour in your typical route heading westbound to and from the stadium.

Interstate Construction

Please be aware of ongoing construction taking place on I-59 between the Mercedes exit (exit 89) and the Cottondale area. This will affect both northbound and southbound traffic throughout the season. All lanes will continue to be open; however, the speed limit in this construction zone is reduced. When traveling to and from Tuscaloosa, please allow some extra travel time when planning your gameday weekend.

Gameday Routes and Parking Zones

There are four different, clearly defined routes designed to provide fans with the most time-efficient ways to get to and from the UA Campus. Please use the appropriate route to and from the UA Campus which is closest to and most convenient to where you park. The four basic routes and three basic parking zones are defined below. The Cottondale Route and Route 216 share the same parking zone.

View the 2008 A-Day parking and traffic map.

View printable directions of the Gameday Routes.

The “Cottondale Route" and "Route 216”

Either the Cottondale Route or Route 216 is the best route to use for fans parking in the area that's defined as south of University Boulevard to the athletic complex, east of Hackberry Lane, and west of McFarland Boulevard.

Cottondale Route

Entering Tuscaloosa via I-20/I-59

Take I-20/I-59 toward Tuscaloosa.
Take exit 79 Cottondale/Coaling.
Proceed west (turn right at the bottom of the exit ramp) on University Boulevard East (US HWY 11).
Within the city limits of Cottondale, US HWY 11 and HWY 215 split at a fork in the road. Bear right onto HWY 215 - continuing on University Boulevard East.
Continue west on University Boulevard (HWY 215 S) for approximately 4.3 miles to the UA Campus.

Exiting Tuscaloosa via I-20/I-59

Find your way to University Boulevard and proceed east.
Continue on University Boulevard (HWY 215 N) beyond the McFarland Boulevard intersection.
Bear left at Skyland Boulevard East while continuing on University Boulevard East (US HWY 11).
Continue on University Boulevard East (US HWY 11) to I-20/59.

Route 216 (only for fans traveling from the Birmingham area)

Please note: the Highway 216 route is not a preferred route for RV's.

Entering Tuscaloosa via I-20/I-59

From Birmingham, take I-20/I-59 toward Tuscaloosa.
Take exit 100.
At the top of the ramp, take a right on state Route 216.
Follow state Route 216 to University Boulevard East (HWY 215).
At the traffic light at the intersection of HWY 216 and University Boulevard East, proceed straight ahead.
Continue straight onto 15th Street East.
(Note: 15th Street East will bear to the right just past the bridge.)
Go beyond McFarland Boulevard.
Turn right on 6th Avenue East.
Proceed to the UA Campus.

Exiting Tuscaloosa via I-20/I-59 (only for fans traveling toward the Birmingham area)

From the UA Campus, travel south to 15th Street East.
Continue on 15th Street East beyond McFarland Boulevard.
Continue straight towards University Boulevard East.
Proceed straight beyond the traffic light at
University Boulevard East to state Route 216.
Continue on state Route 216 to I-20/I-59.

The “359 Route”

The I-359 Route is the best route for fans parking in the area that is defined as south of Campus Drive, north of 12th Street, east of 10th Avenue, and west of Hackberry Lane.

Entering Tuscaloosa via I-20/59

Take I-20/59 toward Tuscaloosa.
Take exit 71 B, I-359 north.
I-359 north ends onto Lurleen B. Wallace Boulevard – continue straight on Lurleen B.Wallace Boulevard.
Turn right onto Paul W. Bryant Drive or University Boulevard and travel east through downtown to the UA campus.

Exiting Tuscaloosa via I-20/59

Find your way to either University Boulevard or Paul W. Bear Bryant Drive (whichever is easiest) and proceed west.
Continuing west, turn left onto Lurleen B. Wallace Boulevard South (this is a one-way street).
Lurleen B. Wallace Boulevard South will become I-359 (No turns, just a name change).
Continue on I-359 and it will lead you to I-20/59.

I-20/59 north toward Birmingham is to the left.
I-20/59 south toward Meridian is to the right.

The “McFarland Route”

Entering Tuscaloosa via I-20/59

Take I-20/59 toward Tuscaloosa.
Take exit 73 McFarland Boulevard.
Proceed North on McFarland Boulevard

From Birmingham, right at the bottom of the exit ramp
From Meridian, left at the bottom of the exit ramp.

Follow McFarland Boulevard to University Boulevard.
Take the University Boulevard exit.
Proceed West on University Boulevard to the UA Campus.

Exiting Tuscaloosa via I-20/59

Find your way to University Boulevard and proceed east.
Continue to the McFarland Boulevard access ramp.
Take a left onto the access ramp to get onto McFarland Boulevard.
Continue on McFarland Boulevard, which will take you to I-20/59.

I-20/59 north toward Birmingham is to the left.
I-20/59 south toward Meridian is to the right.

For an alternate route to the Interstate, continue straight on McFarland Boulevard to Skyland Boulevard. For Interstate access toward Birmingham, turn left on Skyland Boulevard. For Interstate access toward Meridian, turn right on Skyland Boulevard.

View printable directions of the Gameday Routes.

Street Closings

Please take note of the following street closings, and make your driving and parking plans accordingly. Unless noted, these streets will remain closed until after the post-game/concert pedestrian and vehicular traffic clears.

To accommodate the Crimson Ride Transit System, there will be bus lanes on East Campus Drive. To ensure that the bus travels efficiently, starting three hours before kickoff, Campus Drive East will be one-way traffic from 5th Avenue East to Hackberry Lane. After the game, this same portion of Campus Drive will be one-way traveling east away from campus.

View the Gameday routes and stops for the Crimson Ride Transit System.

The following roads will be closed at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday before the concert/game:

Wallace Wade Avenue at 8th Street
Wallace Wade Avenue at Bryant Drive

The following roads will be closed at 3:00 p.m. on the Friday before the concert/game:

Colonial Drive (from University Boulevard to Bryant Drive)
6th Avenue at Bryant Drive

The following roads will be closed at 5:00 p.m. on the Friday before the concert/game:

6th Avenue (from University Boulevard to Capstone Drive)
7th Avenue (from Ferguson Center to Capstone Drive)
Capstone Drive
Margaret Drive
Wallace Wade Avenue at University Boulevard
8th Street at 11th Avenue

The following roads will be closed at 8:00 a.m. on Gameday:

6th Avenue (from Bryant Drive to University Boulevard)
Bryant Drive (from 12th Avenue to 10th Avenue)
Colonial Drive (from University Boulevard to Bryant Drive)
6th Avenue at Bryant Drive
6th Avenue (from University Boulevard to Capstone Drive)
7th Avenue (from Ferguson Center to Capstone Drive)
Capstone Drive
Margaret Drive
Wallace Wade Avenue at University Boulevard
8th Street at 11th Avenue

The following roads will be restricted to permit holders only starting three (3) hours prior to kickoff on Gameday and will remain closed after the game until such time to be determined by law enforcement. View the 2008 A-Day parking and traffic map that includes all road closings.

7th Avenue from Capstone Drive to Campus Drive West
Marr's Spring Road from Stadium Drive to McCorvey Drive
Margaret Drive from Capstone Drive to Hackberry Lane
West Fourth Street
East Fourth Street

Only emergency vehicles and those with the proper Gameday permit from the University will be permitted along these roads. These roads will be re-opened at a time after the game as determined by local law enforcement. Thanks for your cooperation!

Post-Game Traffic

After the game is over, certain streets will become one-way streets until pedestrian and vehicle traffic clears.

The following streets on the UA campus will become one-way streets after the game:

Campus Drive West from Marr’s Spring Road to McCorvey Drive
Campus Drive East from the Campus Drive deck to Helen Keller Drive
McCorvey Drive from Campus Drive West to Jack Warner Parkway
Bryant Drive will be one-way heading west from Wallace Wade Avenue to Queen City Boulevard.
Bryant Drive will be one-way heading east from 10th Avenue to Hackberry Lane.
University Boulevard will be one-way heading west from Wallace Wade Avenue to Queen City Avenue.
10th Avenue will be one-way heading south from Bryant Drive to 15th Street.
The Tuscaloosa Police Department will be diverting traffic traveling east on Bryant Drive onto 6th Avenue (before DCH Hospital), leading directly to 15th Street.

From 15th Street, you may access any of the Gameday Routes.

I-359 Route (quickest route to Interstate)

At 15th Street, take a right and proceed to 10th Avenue.
At 10th Avenue, take a left and this will lead to I-359.

Cottondale Route (next quickest route to Interstate)

At 15th Street, take a left and proceed to McFarland Boulevard.
At McFarland Boulevard, continue straight until you reach AL 215.
Take a right on AL 215, and this will lead to I-20/59.
OR you can stay straight to take Route 216, which will lead you to exit 100 on I-20/I-59 (This route is only for those traveling toward the Birmingham area).

McFarland Route (slowest route to Interstate)

At 15th Street, take a left and proceed to McFarland Boulevard.
At McFarland Boulevard, take a right and this will lead to I-20/59.

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A-Day Parking Information

There will be many more public parking lots for A-Day than for a regular season game. There will be areas designated for general public parking, Tide Pride parking, handicap accessible parking, RV parking, commercial bus parking and reserved parking (coaches, players, vendors, etc). View the A-Day parking and traffic map for details.

General Public Parking

There will be many areas open for general public parking. View the A-Day parking and traffic map for details. Don’t forget the designated grass parking lot at the Medical Center just off University Boulevard. Parking at the Medical Center grass lot and all other designated University of Alabama public parking areas will be free of charge for the game.

We welcome you to park in the Campus Drive Deck, Coleman Coliseum parking lot and the Soccer lot which are usually permit only for regular season games.

NOTE: General Public Parking is not allowed in certain areas such as Handicap Accessible parking and other reserved areas (such as the student residential lots) without the proper permit displayed. These areas are identified on the map and will also have attendants and signage present. This will also include the Ferguson Deck and North Ferguson lot. They are permit only for student, faculty and staff.

Athletic Department Issued Permits

The Tide Pride reserved parking will be in the following parking lots:

West ten Hoor Surface Lot
NE Stadium Lot
NW Stadium Lot
South Rose Lot
11th Ave Media Gravel Lot

Only those with the proper Athletic Department issued parking permit will be allowed entry into these areas.

Handicap Accessible Parking

Handicap Accessible Parking for A-Day is available in three locations:

Accessible vehicle parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis, at the Solomon’s Lot for patrons who use wheelchairs. The entrance of this parking lot designated for wheelchair users is at the intersection of Wallace Wade Avenue and University Boulevard.
Accessible vehicle parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis, at the Communications Lot, which can be accessed using Stadium Drive off of University Boulevard.
For those with mobility impairment who do not use wheelchairs, parking is available in the South ten Hoor parking deck. Transportation to and from the north end of Bryant-Denny Stadium is provided for these individuals and their guests beginning at 11:30 a.m. on A-Day.

Anyone using any of the handicap accessible parking areas must have the appropriate state issued placard or license plate. Please make sure your pass is displayed at all times.

Commercial Bus Parking

Parking for commercial buses is located on Hackberry Lane along the practice football field. Parking is available at no charge on a first come first serve basis. Any commercial vehicle larger than a 15 passenger van would apply. Fifteen Passenger vans are considered cars for parking purposes.

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A-Day RV Information

RV Parking

For A-Day there will be four areas on campus designated for RV parking. The cost of parking in these RV Lots will be $75 and will include one (1) tow vehicle pass. Entry into these designated areas will be allowed at 6:00 p.m. on the Friday before A-Day. There will be no staging on campus prior to 6:00 p.m. The designated areas for A-Day parking are (note that we will only have reserved parking. No entry without a reservation):

Click on a lot below to see the layout of each lot. View the A-Day parking and traffic map for details.

Click here to purchase RV Parking for A-Day or call 1-800-240-2300.

No more RV Parking is available for A-Day on campus.

No onsite pickup available for A-Day.

If you purchased RV parking and want a refund due to the cancellation of the Alan Jackson concert, please contact Southtix at 1-800-240-2300. You will need to mail in your RV parking pass by Friday, April 11th to obtain a refund.

Also available is the Northington Lot (located behind Bruno’s Supermarket on McFarland Blvd). This lot will not require a reservation and will be FREE to the public. The lot will be available on Thursday and vehicles are required to be vacated by Sunday at 12:00 p.m. Everyone parking at the Northington Lot is required to comply with the Rules and Regulations for all UA Campus RV Lots.

Rules and Regulations for UA Campus RV Lots

Entry is permitted into all Campus lots no earlier than 6:00 p.m. on Friday before Gameday. Do not block the entrance before entry time or stage on campus prior to 6:00 p.m.
RV parking is only permitted in your assigned designated space. Only one (1) RV and one (1) tow vehicle are permitted in each assigned designated space.
Permits are issued to RVs only with one tow vehicle (if purchased) per RV.
Only one tow vehicle per RV is permitted in the lot. Due to limited space, visitors will not be allowed to park in the lot.
Permits must be displayed at all times on RVs and tow vehicles.
Everyone is required to have an exhaust stack that extends above the RV, if you plan to run a generator. Those individuals without proper stacks will be required to turn off their generator.
Generators are permitted, provided they do not disturb others. Generators that generate in excess of eighty (80) decibels are generally too loud and may be required to be turned off or otherwise sound baffled.
Everyone is required to remove all trash prior to exiting the lot.
All motor homes must be out of the lot by 12:00 p.m. on Sunday following the game.
No refunds or exchanges will be given by our office.
No open pit fires are allowed at any time.
No use of University of Alabama electricity or cable TV is allowed at any time.
Replacement fee for a lost/stolen permit is $100.
Any excessive use of scooters, motorcycles, golf carts, etc. in the lot by a child or adult will not be tolerated and could result in your parking pass being revoked. Underage children should not be allowed to operate these vehicles.
Your tow vehicle or trailer must be parked within the area of your RV.
Due to safety concerns, your RV must be parked in your space ONLY and parked in a manner which it was designed.
Any trailer hauling accessories, such as motorcycles, scooters, golf carts, etc. must be permitted as a tow vehicle.
Due to construction or assigned space blockage, we reserve the right to move you to another lot or space.
If you transfer your permit to another person, you are still responsible for that permit.
No excessively loud music or noise will be tolerated at any time.
The use of spikes or stakes in paved areas is prohibited.
Setup of tents and/or awnings is to be within your assigned space. Please be courteous of other’s space.
Care must be taken with the use of levelers in order to prevent damage to the paved surface. Use of plywood, or any other flat sturdy material under the leveler, so as to distribute the weight over enough area to prevent damage, is required.
By registering for a reserved space in a UA RV lot, you hereby agree to abide all rules and regulations; failure to do so may result in expulsion from the lot and your RV privilege being revoked.
The above Rules and Regulations are subject to change at anytime by The University of Alabama.

Shuttle Stops for RV Lots

For an easy and convenient way to the stadium, try the Crimson Ride Transit System. The Crimson Ride is available to all fans on Gameday, and there is no charge for this service. It will service areas that are not in close proximity or an easy walking distance to Bryant-Denny Stadium. These areas include East Campus RV lots, the new Soccer paved lot and parking lots located along 5th Avenue. Click here to see a map of the Gameday routes and shuttle stops.

Other Tuscaloosa Area RV Campgrounds

Geer Brothers - (205) 553-9233, June Dudkewitz

(Located in Cottondale)

Tuscaloosa County Park and Recreation - (205)562-3220 or www.tcpara.org

Debra Gibson, dgibson@tcpara.org. (Located at the Ray C. Jenkins Multi-Purpose Arena)

Marine Corps League RV Parking -1-800-817-0753 or (205) 345-9654 or www.tuscaloosamarines.org.

(Located on the old Chevrolet lot on Jack Warner Parkway)

Easter Seals RV Parking -1-800-726-1216 ext. 230 or (205) 759-1211 ext. 230, www.eastersealswestal.org or gstewart@eastersealswestal.org

(Located near DCH Hospital)

DCH RV Parking - 550-2406 pager, James Shirley or jshirley@dchsystem.com

University Mall Parking - (205) 553-8415 ext. 5, Roger Gregg

(Located behind the Mall in the back parking lot)

Regions RV Park - 1-800-466-8387 or (205)739-7400 or www.hooveralabama.org

(Located next to Regions Park in Hoover, AL)

Knox Hill RV Resort - (205) 372-3911

Lake Lurleen State Park - (205) 339-1558

Candy Mountain RV Park and Campground - (205) 553-5428

Mirror Lake RV Park - (205) 562-8585 or (205) 361-9723 or 1-888 437-6656

Downtown Merchants Association - (205) 556-3666 or (205) 535-8561, Jeanine Garrett

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A-Day Kickoff on the Quad

Experience Kickoff on the Quad, UA's "official tailgate party”. Kickoff for A-Day is scheduled for 2:05 p.m on Saturday, April 12, 2008. Kickoff on the Quad begins three hours prior to kickoff.

Festivities include a variety of food vendors, merchandise vendors and children’s activities.

Setting Up & Getting Space on the Quad

Use the guidelines below to reserve your tailgating space for the west side of the Quad.

In an effort to give UA faculty, staff and students time to exit campus, tailgating may begin on The Quad in the designated areas after 6:00 p.m. on the Friday before the game.
The Quad drop off area along 9th Avenue will be open from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. on Friday and Saturday from 8:00 a.m. until 10:00 a.m. before the game.
All tents (excluding those placed for official University functions) must be removed before 12 noon on Sunday or they will be considered abandoned.

We appreciate your cooperation in observing these rules, as setting up prior to 6:00 p.m. may interfere with class and/or other academic activities.
Be courteous to others by not taking more space than you need. We ask that you not set aside large spaces on The Quad and/or set aside parking spaces.
Fan tailgating and tent setup is available in designated areas.

This area includes both the land west of the main walkway between Denny Chimes and Gorgas Library and the land north of the sidewalk that spans from Gorgas Library to 6th Avenue on the east side of The Quad.

Tents & Setup:

In areas designated for tailgating on the Quad:

Fans are permitted to set up tents or awnings.
The use of spikes or stakes to secure your tent is prohibited. Sandbags are permitted, but please do NOT dump the sand out onto The Quad.
The use of ribbons, ropes, etc., to block off or “save” an area is prohibited.
Electrocution or damage to irrigation is a potential hazard. BE AWARE OF YOUR SURROUNDINGS AND LOOK UPWARD FOR WIRES.
To help preserve The Quad, all tents and tailgating supplies should be walked from the unloading zone to your desired location on The Quad.

Unloading Zones:

To accommodate the new Crimson Ride transit system and routes, an unloading zone will be open along 9th Avenue on the west side of The Quad ONLY during the following times:

Friday 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Gameday 8:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.
Post game – when pedestrian and Gameday traffic clears (approximately 1 hour after the game ends or sooner if determined by law enforcement officials)

There will be a 15 minute time limit in the unloading zone. Once the unloading zone is closed, all vehicles must be removed. Towing will then be enforced.
Due to potential traffic hazards, loading and unloading elsewhere is prohibited.
To access the unloading zone along 9th Avenue, use the following route:

Take Marr’s Spring Road off of Campus Drive. Turn left onto Stadium Drive and it will lead to McCorvey Drive.
Turn right onto McCorvey Drive. There will be an attendant at this point to assist you.
McCorvey Drive will then lead you to the 9th Avenue unloading zone.

Loading Zone after the Game:

For post game, a re-loading zone will be open along 9th Avenue on the west side of The Quad. Due to the high amount of pedestrian traffic and the use of Capstone Drive as a transit lane, this re-loading zone will open once all Gameday pedestrian and bus traffic clears (approximately two hours after the end of the game or sooner if determined by local law enforcement officials). For access, please utilize the same route as the pre-game loading zone.

Gas-Powered Generators:

Gasoline-powered generators are strictly prohibited on The Quad. They create noise and fumes that are disturbing to others.

Open Flames/Fire:

Cooking is limited to grills only.
Grills should be set up away from, or protected from, pedestrian traffic and flammable materials.
Grills must be monitored at all times.
Extinguish all flames before leaving your area.
Do not dump charcoal on The Quad.

Electricity:

Secure electrical cords crossing sidewalks to avoid trip hazard.
“Spidering,” or multiple connections of extensions cords in such a way as to generate more outlet capability (or to extend power options for exceptional distances), is not allowed.

For safety reasons, University staff encountering this issue will ask you to disconnect your outlets.

Avoid the use of items such as coffee pots, deep fryers, crock-pots, and microwaves as they will overload the electrical circuits on The Quad.
We may have interruptions in power due to weather conditions or overloading of the circuits?

Trailers:

In order to preserve The Quad for future generations, trailers that are towed by vehicles cannot be pulled onto The Quad; however, they can be pulled onto The Quad by hand for temporary unloading purposes. Trailers must be removed in a timely manner. Also, trailers must fit and remain on a sidewalk while unloading and cleaning up at your tailgating spot.

Sound System Policy:

A sound system may be used providing such use will not disturb other visitors and fans. No excessive loud music will be allowed. The Gameday Operations Staff will have sole discretion in determining if the overall volume level of the sound system is appropriate.

UA Pet Policy:

Pets are permitted on the University of Alabama Quad. Pets must be crated, caged or upon a leash not longer than 6 feet or otherwise under physical restrictive control at all times. Pet owners are required to pick up after their pets and properly dispose of their droppings. Pets should not be left unattended.

The above guidelines apply on Gameday weekends (Friday, Saturday and Sunday) in areas including, but not limited to: the entirety of The University of Alabama Quadrangle, all surrounding roadways and parking lots (including 6th Avenue, Capstone Drive and Colonial Drive), the general vicinity (front, left, right and rear sides) of Gallalee Hall, Nott Hall (including parking lot), Lloyd Hall, Smith Hall, Tuomey Academic House, Gorgas Library, Oliver Barnard Hall, Morgan Hall, Bidgood Hall, Carmichael Hall, and Graves Hall.

Vehicles, Parking, & Traffic

Parking:

Certain roads around the Quad are closed to public traffic.

Parking in grassy areas along and adjacent to the sidewalks on the perimeter of the Quad is strictly prohibited. These are designated tow-away zones.
6th Avenue, 7th Avenue, Capstone Drive and Margaret Drive will close at 5:00 p.m. on the Friday.
9th Avenue will be closed to all thru traffic on Gameday. It will be open only for designated times for the loading and unloading zone for the Quad.

No vehicles on the Quad:

Only pedestrian traffic is permitted on the Quad and lawns of adjacent buildings.

On weekends of home games, this area is a tow-away zone for all cars, trucks, ATVs, golf carts, and trailers. (This includes, but is not limited to cooking trailers, tow trailers, etc.)
Only University service vehicles and special-use vehicles are allowed on this area.

Vehicles on the quad destroy the turf, damage the underground irrigation system, present a serious safety hazard and disturb the tranquility of the natural setting. By observing these rules, you help to ensure that future generations can enjoy the Quad.

Emergency lanes:

Please observe all designated emergency lanes.

The above guidelines apply on Gameday weekends (Friday, Saturday and Sunday) in areas including, but not limited to: the entirety of The University of Alabama Quadrangle, all surrounding roadways and parking lots (including 6th Avenue, 7th Avenue, 9th Avenue, Capstone Drive and Colonial Drive), the general vicinity (front, left, right and rear sides) of Gallalee Hall, Nott Hall (including parking lot), Lloyd Hall, Smith Hall, Tuomey Academic House, Gorgas Library, Oliver Barnard Hall, Morgan Hall, Bidgood Hall, Carmichael Hall, and Graves Hall.

Restrooms, Trash & Other Logistical Support

Restrooms:

View map of the Quad
Public use restroom “trailers” specifically intended for Gameday fans will be available on the northeast corner of the Quad, the northwest corner of the Quad, on the west and east sides of the Quad and one near Foster Auditorium.
These trailers will be maintained throughout Gameday.
Additional port-a-let restrooms and restroom trailers will be located around The Quad.

Other Services:

The University has added portable cellular towers around campus for better cellular service.

Trash:

Place all garbage in trash cans or dumpsters on and around the Quad.
Trash bags are available for your use behind Gorgas Library.

Security:

Gameday event personnel will be in place on the Quad before, during and after the game to answer questions and to report any suspicious activity to local law enforcement.
Neither The University of Alabama Police Department nor the Tuscaloosa City and County law enforcement can be responsible for safeguarding fans’ personal property that is placed on the Quad.
Fans are permitted to bring personal property onto the Quad at their own risk and are responsible for the security and safety of their own personal property.
Fans are advised not to leave their personal property unattended.

Staff:

In an effort to help fans better identify Gameday personnel, they will be wearing bright green reflective vests labeled UA Gameday Operations. If you have any questions, please find one of these employees and they will be glad to assist you.
The University of Alabama Gameday staff will have an information center set up at the corner of 6th Avenue and University Boulevard (southeast corner of the Quad). This will serve as a convenient place for you to find out Gameday information.
Treat all University staff members and volunteers with courtesy and respect as they are working hard to provide the best experience possible for all Crimson Tide fans.

Activities

SUPe Store:

Make sure that you take time during Gameday to check out all the great things at the SUPe Store. They have all the latest fan apparel and Gameday novelties. Visit the SUPe Store website and check out all of their products.
There are three separate merchandise stores that will be open with an extensive supply of Bama Gameday souvenirs, apparel, and books.

Ferguson Student Center (store located on the ground floor)
SUPe Store Tent (store located on the east side of the Quad)
Bryant Museum (inside the museum, located on Bryant Drive across from Coleman Coliseum)

Store hours are as follows:
- Ferguson Center 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
- Tent on the Quad 8:00 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
- Bryant Museum 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Vendors from area restaurants can be found on the east side of the Quad (along 6th Avenue).

Additional restaurants can be found in the Ferguson Student Center and will operate on Gameday weekends to accommodate game time.

The Relay for Life:

The Relay for life is an important fundraiser that will be taking place on the Quad on A-Day weekend on Friday from 6:00 p.m. until Saturday at 6:00 a.m. The Relay for Life tents will be located in the central portion of the Quad between Denny Chimes and Gorgas Library. For more information, please click here.

Walk of Fame:

The Walk of Fame begins at 12:15 p.m. and will honor 2007 Captains Antoine Caldwell, Darren Mustin and Rashad Johnson at Denny Chimes. The Walk of Fame around Denny Chimes holds the handprints and footprints of all UA football captains since the 1940s.

Vendors

Visit one of our fantastic food and beverage vendors located along the east side the Quad.

Bruce McColl Blackened Steak

The Blackened Ribeye Steak sandwich is a thinly sliced choice ribeye steak that is quickly blackened on a grill and served with white american cheese, lettuce, tomato, and ranch dressing on a freshly baked roll. A Blackened Chicken Breast sandwich is also available. The sandwich comes with Golden Flake Chips and a Coca-Cola product. Freshly squeezed lemonade or cold bottled water is also available. We also serve a Strawberry Newport dessert, which is a puff pastry buried in rich vanilla custard and covered with fresh strawberries. Each year, a portion of our profits is donated to student scholarships at the University.

Dippin’ Dots
www.dippindots.com

Willy T’s
www.willytstuscaloosa.com

GameDay Menu

1. Chicken Plate -

(5 Fingers, Toast, Pickle & Chips)

2. Chicken Snack -

(3 Fingers, Toast, Pickle & Chips)

3. 10 Wing Plate -

(10 Wings, Toast, Pickle & Chips)

Pepsi Products

Bottled Water

32oz Tea

Fat Boy’s BBQ
www.fatboysbarbqueranch.com

Menu - Award-winning BBQ Sandwiches

Chips

Drinks

Ribs

The Nut Shop
www.thenutshot.net

We serve candies, popcorn, Jelly Belly jelly beans, & for the early folks, coffee & hot chocolate.

Peanuts --Roasted with or without salt. We serve boiled peanuts and a variety of other nuts from almonds to pistachios and anything between.

New item - FUDGE PUPPIE: a Belgian waffle on a stick, dipped in fine chocolate, served with or without whipped cream & nuts.

The Mound & Other Key Points

Mound:

The Mound is a historic landmark used for ceremonial purposes by the University.
Please respect the University and state history by not tailgating on or immediately adjacent to the Mound.

Courtesy:

Please exhibit courtesy to other Tide fans and to all visitors.
We would like for everyone to leave with a positive impression of The University of Alabama.

Please note:

The conduct of other commercial activities, such as commercial solicitation, business events, marketing promotions, etc., is not permitted on the Quad in areas that have been designated for tailgating.
Any not-for-profit solicitation like political candidates or charitable organizations is also not permitted on the Quad areas that have been designated for tailgating.
Fans desiring to engage in commercial activities on University property should contact the UA Gameday staff at (205) 262-2811.

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Important A-Day Maps

View the A-Day parking and traffic map.

View printable directions of the Gameday Routes.

View the A-Day post-game traffic map.

View the Crimson Ride Gameday routes and shuttle stops.

View the Quad map.

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