Game Day
Join us at Sparky's Touchdown Tailgate this weekend
Get ready to show your Sun Devil spirit at Sparky’s Touchdown Tailgate as the Sun Devils face off the Lumberjacks!
Our tailgates kick off 2.5 hours before every game, featuring delicious food, spirited fanfare and a sea of maroon and gold. Don’t miss your chance to rally with fellow alumni, gear up with Sun Devil pride and make this game day unforgettable.
Game Day FAQs
Located along College Avenue, in between 6th and 7th St, Sparky’s Touchdown Tailgate is hard to miss! If you are taking the light rail, the closest stop will be Veterans Way/College
Parking lots and garages are located on campus near the stadium at various rates; There is no free parking on campus during Game Day; leave plenty of time to get to campus and park. More information from Sun Devil Athletics.
Gold looks good on everybody! However, some games have additional themes. Plan for a Maroon Monsoon on the Sept. 13 game vs Texas State and to wear black on the Sept. 26 game vs TCU. Check out the full Game Day schedule with themes here.
ASU 365 Community Union has a CLEAR BAG POLICY at Mountain America Stadium and Desert Financial Arena events. This proactive measure will enhance safety inside and outside of the athletic venues and speed the security screening process for all guests. Check to see if your bag qualifies and see a full list of prohibited items here.
Sign up for our Game Day email - sent the week prior to our next home tailgate - for all the information you need to know!
2025 Game Day Schedule
| Date | Start Time | Opponent | Theme |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug. 30 (Home) | 7 p.m. AZT | Northern Arizona | Home Opener, Wear Gold |
| Sept. 6 (Away) | 4:30 p.m. AZT | at Mississippi State | N/A |
| Sept. 13 (Home) | 7:30 p.m. AZT | Texas State | Maroon Monsoon/ASU Employee Recognition Night, Wear Maroon |
| Sept. 20 (Away) | TBD | at Baylor | N/A |
| Sept. 26 (Home) | 6 p.m. AZT | TCU | Blackout/Youth Sports, Wear Black |
| Oct. 11 (Away) | TBD | at Utah | N/A |
| Oct. 18 (Home) | TBD | Texas Tech | Hall of Fame, Wear Gold |
| Oct. 25 (Home) | TBD | Houston | Family Weekend, Wear Gold |
| Nov. 1 (Away) | TBD | at Iowa State | N/A |
| Nov. 15 (Home) | TBD | West Virginia | Homecoming/Salute to Service, Wear Gold |
| Nov. 22 (Away) | TBD | at Colorado | N/A |
| Nov. 28 (Home) | TBD | Arizona | Territorial Cup/Senior Day, Wear Gold |
Sparky's Touchdown Tailgate on the road
Experience Game Day season like never before with ASU Alumni...on the road!
Sun Devils, it's time to take your maroon-and-gold pride on tour! Join the ASU Alumni Association for unforgettable away game tailgates as we rally behind the team at Baylor on Sept. 20 and Iowa State on Nov. 1.
Reconnect with your Sun Devil community, enjoy delicious food and drinks and soak up the electric pregame atmosphere packed with spirit, music and camaraderie.
Tailgates kick off three hours before kickoff—arrive early, wear your colors and be part of the tradition. Let’s show our support and turn every away game into a home-field celebration!