University of Arizona Athletics

Arizona football kicks off the 2016 season in the Valley at University of Phoenix Stadium (home of the Arizona Cardinals, Super Bowl XLIX & XLII and College Football’s National Championship game in 2016, 2011 & 2007)! This page will provide all information related to the Cactus Kickoff and the events and activities surrounding the game. It will be updated throughout the spring as details are confirmed.

Game Day Information
Box Office - 10 a.m.
Parking Lots - 3:30 p.m.
Gates Open - 6 p.m.
Kickoff - 7:30 p.m.

• The west side of the stadium is designated the University of Arizona side (101, 201, 401 through 118, 222, 427).
• All ticket sales are through the University of Phoenix Stadium’s ticket partner, Ticketmaster.
• University of Arizona students can purchase up to two tickets at a special price ($20 - doesn't include fees) starting March 1 (E-mails have been sent to all UA students with promo link). UA students can also purchase $20 tickets from the ASUA office in the student union. There are no fees for the tickets sold by ASUA.

Cactus Kickoff tickets can also be purchase over the phone by calling Ticketmaster at 1-800-745-3000.

As a reminder, the Clear Bag Policy will be in effect at University of Phoenix Stadium.

The Kickoff Classic secured room blocks at nearby hotels for fans traveling to Glendale for the game, but a large portion of those rooms have been booked. There are a limited number of rooms remaining at the Hilton Garden Inn. They are available on a first-come, first-serve basis.
 
Hilton Garden Inn Phoenix/Avondale
11460 W. Hilton Way, Avondale, AZ 85323
$85/night + taxes/fees – good for 9/2/16 through 9/5/16
Rate expires 8/12/16
Click HERE to book



Arizona Athletics and Bon Voyage Travel are offering a “Reverse Cat Cruiser” for fans in Tucson. Let Bon Voyage Travel take care of the driving. The buses will depart from the University of Arizona campus, drive to Glendale and return after the game. A seat on the bus costs $30 per person.
 
UPDATE: "Reverse Cat Cruiser" spots are sold out.

UA Student Buses 

Arizona Athletics and the ZonaZoo are working together to send UA students to the Cactus Kickoff! Starting Tuesday, Aug. 23 UA students can purchase game tickets and/or bus transportation from the ASUA Office.
 
$25         Game ticket + bus transportation
$20         Game ticket only (no fees)
$5           Bus transportation only, but must show proof of purchase of a Cactus Kickoff ticket and Cat Card
 
UA students can purchase up to two tickets/bus transportation reservations.
 
The buses will pick up UA students on University, in front of the Jim Click Hall of Champion (north of McKale Center) at 3 p.m. They will arrive at University of Phoenix Stadium at approximately 5 p.m. They will depart for Tucson 30 minutes following the conclusion of the game.
 
The ASUA office is located on the third floor of the student union. No refunds will be available. 



The University of Arizona Alumni Association's Cactus Kickoff Pregame Party is sold out but fans attending the game do have another option. There will be a free pregame tailgate party, which will include food and beverage specials as well as TVs to watch other games, for all ticketed fans. Fans can start entering Gate 3 at 4:30 p.m. to attend this party.



Onsite parking will be available in the stadium lots using cash or credit cards. Passes can be purchased upon entry into the lots or in advance at the stadium ticket office (located by Gate 2).
General: $20
VIP: $30
Oversized/RV: $50

Tailgating Guidelines
During Arizona vs. BYU Cactus Kickoff football game, limited tailgating will be allowed. Please see below for guidelines.

• All vehicles, including motorcycles and cars with ADA plates/hangtags, must have a valid parking hangtag to enter stadium carparks and other designated hangtag parking areas.
• No overnight parking in stadium carparks.
• A parking hangtag is valid for one (1) parking space only. No trailers of any kind are permitted inside the general parking lots. Vehicles taking more than one parking space or parked incorrectly are subject to tow.
• Fans that wish to park next to friends must arrive at the same time. Parking spots cannot be reserved or saved for fans arriving later.
• Tailgating in the parking lots must be limited to the area directly in front of or behind the vehicle.
• Tailgating in empty stalls is prohibited, even with an unused hangtag.
• Tailgating equipment, such as chairs, tables, propane/ natural gas grills and other items, cannot extend beyond the painted fire lanes for vehicles or sidewalks.
• Excessive or underage consumption of alcohol will not be tolerated.
• Please remove all trash from your site and take with you or place in appropriate receptacles.
• Please put trash in receptacles, recycle, and be kind to our parking lots and common areas.
• Tailgating ends when the event begins.
• Tailgating is NOT permitted after the event.
• Parking lots close one (1) hour after the conclusion of the event.

Tailgating Prohibited Items

• No charcoal grills and oil fryers
• No 10 x 10 tents that extend beyond the confines of individual parking stalls
• No glass containers
• No private catering companies
• No sale of food or beverage items to other fans
• No golf carts, segways, skateboards, bicycles, scooters, and other non-licensed motorized vehicles
• No electric generators above 6500W
• No advertising of goods or services
• No hanging commercial signage on vehicles, tents or by any other means
• No portable public address systems, portable radios and sound systems inside vehicles used at excessive volume levels or playing music not suitable for a public setting as determined by parking staff

Why isn’t this game a part of my football season ticket package?

A: This game was not included with football season tickets because we didn’t want to force fans to purchase tickets to this game. This is not a home game for Arizona football, therefore season ticket prices would need to be increased to cover the cost of the ticket. Of course we want as many Wildcat fans as possible at the game, however we understand some fans may not be able to make the trip from Tucson to Glendale and didn’t think it was fair to charge them for a game they cannot attend.

What time will the game start?

A: 7:30 p.m. Arizona time.

Will beer and alcohol be available to purchase at University of Phoenix Stadium?

A: Yes, fans will be able to purchase alcohol at the game. Please remember to drink responsibly and designate a driver within your group.

Will I be allowed to tailgate before the game?

A: Yes, tailgating is expected to be permitted for the game. More information to come on the tailgating policy for this game.

Is the clear bag policy implemented for this game?

A: Yes. The University of Phoenix Stadium has a clear bag policy that is nearly identical to Arizona Athletics clear bag policy.

Are there any premium seating options?

A: Yes, the 200 level is known as the Gila River Casinos West Club. It features padded and wider seats, a dedicated west club entrance, upgraded food and beverage options (to purchase, complimentary food and beverage is not included) and a hospitality area with numerous flat screen TVS, lounge furniture and plenty of tables and chairs for dining. Ticket prices for this area range from $150 to $100 per ticket. See the seating chart above.

More questions? We’re happy to help. Please send your questions to catsinfo@arizona.edu.

Click here to learn more about the University of Phoenix Stadium. You’ll find information on parking, directions, concessions and stadium policies.