2020 Football Gameday Central
ADDRESS / TELEPHONE
In mobile map app devices, the address of Yulman Stadium is listed as 2900 Ben Weiner Drive, New Orleans, LA 70118. Call the The Tulane Ticket Office at (504) 861-9283 with questions, which is located adjacent to Yulman Stadium in the James W. Wilson, Jr. Center.
ADA ACCOMMODATIONS
Tulane’s Yulman Stadium provides accommodations for persons with disabilities. We sincerely hope the information provided here and the accommodations/services on game day will make your visit to Yulman Stadium a favorable one.
DROP-OFF AREAS/PARKING: ADA parking is available in the Diboll Parking Garage. Please call (504) 861-WAVE to purchase your parking permit in advance. You can access the ADA parking area in Diboll Garage by taking S. Claiborne Ave. to Calhoun St.; if you are traveling from the West take a right on to Calhoun St.; if you are traveling from the East take a left on to Calhoun St.; take Calhoun St. to Willow St. and take a right. Proceed on Willow St. to Ben Weiner Dr. and take a right. Proceed down Ben Weiner Dr. towards the Stadium.
ELEVATORS: Public elevators are available for patrons with disabilities on game day. Ground access to elevator E1 and elevator E2 is located on the east side of Yulman Stadium at Gates A & B, providing access to the east side stands, Glazer Family Club, Capital One, The Advocate and Tulane Decks as well as the Westfeldt Terrace. In addition, elevator E3 is located on the West side of Yulman Stadium providing access to the west side stands and the Press Box.
EMERGENCY EVACUATION: Staff of Yulman Stadium are trained to assist patrons with disabilities during emergency evacuations.
GUIDE & SERVICE ANIMALS: Certified service animals or service animals in training for guests with disabilities are welcome in Yulman Stadium. Patrons are responsible for actions of, and meeting all needs of, their guide or service animals. All service animals must remain on a leash or in a harness at all times.
RESTROOMS: Accessible facilities are available in restrooms located near the accessible seating areas of Yulman Stadium and throughout the rest of the stadium.
SEATING INFORMATION: In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, appropriate seating is available on a single and season ticket basis. All seating is based on availability at the time of purchase. Contact the Tulane Ticket Office at (504) 861-WAVE for location and availability.
SIGNAGE: All ADA amenities (restrooms, elevators and water fountains) are marked with signage, including Braille.
WHEELCHAIR AND COMPANION SEATING: Yulman Stadium provides wheelchair and companion seating in several locations and price categories throughout the stadium. Wheelchair/companion seating fraud includes but is not limited to, misrepresentation of a disability for the purpose of obtaining wheelchair/companion seating. Tulane reserves the right to take appropriate action up to and including relocation, ejection, or season ticket revocation for wheelchair/companion ticket fraud. Please note one companion is permitted per ADA patron.
ATM
For your convenience, ATM machines are located in Yulman Stadium on the east concourse.
BAG POLICY
Yulman Stadium has a clear bag policy. Bags can be 12” wide by 12” tall by 6” deep. Fans are also allowed to bring in a 1 gallon re-sealable plastic storage bag or small clutch purses no larger than 5.5” by 7.5”.
CONCESSIONS
Concessions are available for purchase by cash and credit cards in the following areas on gameday:
- Yulman Stadium Ground Concourse (traditional game fare with focus on local specialty flavors, beer, sodas, and water)
- Westfeldt Terrace (traditional game fare with focus on local specialty flavors, beer, sodas & water)
CONDUCT
Game day Code of Conduct:
Tulane University in a coordinated effort with the Tulane University Police Department, New Orleans Police Department, Tulane University Office of Student Affairs, the American Athletic Conference (AAC) and the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) has a responsibility to provide a safe environment at all Tulane University athletic events. The goals and objectives of the Tulane University Tailgating Policies are to ensure a safe and enjoyable environment that will enhance and promote integrity, civility, ethical conduct and good sportsmanship among fans, students and players attending the game(s).
Tulane University does not condone behavior or actions that are contrary to the goals and objectives listed below. At its discretion, the university may terminate tailgate parties, or take other appropriate actions toward individuals, groups, or organizations whose conduct is in violation of or conflicts with the outlined Tulane University policies and regulations, and/or local/state/federal ordinances or laws. Failure to comply with directions from law enforcement or Tulane officials (i.e. faculty, staff or Yulman Stadium staff) may result in initiation of Tulane University Student Conduct proceedings: result in Tulane University Student Code of Conduct sanctions, and law enforcement involvement.
Student Conduct:
Students and/or student organizations must adhere to all conduct responsibilities set forth by the Tulane University Office of Student Conduct upon entering or occupying university-owned, leased, or controlled premises. Any student and/or student organization found in violation of the Tulane University Game Day or Tailgating Policies will be cited and/or referred to the Tulane University Office of Student Conduct. Individual students and/or student organizations are subject to sanctions as outlined in the Tulane University Code of Student Conduct.
Guest Conduct:
Guests of students must adhere to all Tulane University rules, and the hosting student/student organization is responsible for all guests’ actions. It is the responsibility of the hosting student/organization to inform the guest(s) of these rules. The host can be held financially responsible for the actions of a guest and is subject to referral to the Tulane University Office of Student Conduct for violations resulting from guest behavior. In the university’s sole and absolute discretion, guests may be prohibited from entering university property.
WE WANT ALL FANS to ENJOY the ACTION and EXCITEMENT of the EVENT!
We expect all who enter Tulane University, Yulman Stadium and its surrounding parking lots/garages to adhere to this Game Day Code of Conduct. The following actions are violations of the Game Day Code of Conduct and are prohibited:
- Failure to follow the directions of law enforcement, security, ushers, ticket takers, or any other stadium personnel
- Fighting, taunting, or engaging in any action that may harm, endanger, threaten, or bring discomfort to anyone in the stadium
- Sitting in a seat other than one’s ticketed seat location or refusing to produce one’s game ticket upon request by stadium personnel
- Possession or use of any illegal drugs, or irresponsible use of alcohol
- Loitering in concourses, aisles, tunnels or stairs
- Use of foul, abusive, or obscene language or gestures
- Damage, destruction, vandalism, or theft of any property
- Unauthorized use of disabled seating platforms or any seating designated for persons of disability
- Engaging in any action that causes a disruption, creates an unsafe environment, interferes with the game, or hinders the enjoyment of the game for others
- Mistreatment of visiting team fans, including verbal abuse, harassment, profanity, confrontations, intimidation, or threatening behavior
- Refusal to remove or turn inside-out clothing deemed offensive or obscene upon request by stadium personnel
- Failure to comply with the terms of the Game Day Fan Guide or Game Day Code of Conduct
COVID POLICIES
PARKING, TICKETS AND ENTRY:
» All guests may park in the Diboll Parking Garage (access Diboll Garage from Ben Weiner Drive off of Willow Street) on campus beginning two hours prior to kick-off.
» Please keep in mind that the rest of campus is closed to visitors. Please proceed from the parking garage to your entry gate entrance upon arrival.
» All non-pass list tickets will be delivered digitally to fans' email addresses on file.
» Re-entry is not allowed at Yulman Stadium.
» There will be a clear bag policy in affect at Yulman Stadium this season. Clear bags must be no larger than 12” x 12” x 6” in size and will be checked upon entering the stadium.
COVID POLICIES:
» Tailgating on campus will not be allowed.
» All guests will be subject to a temperature check upon entering the stadium. All those displaying a temperature over 100.4 degrees will not be allowed admittance.
» All guests in attendance will be required to wear a mask at all times on the Tulane Campus and within Yulman Stadium. Masks must fully cover the nose and mouth. Those not in compliance will be removed from the stadium and campus.
» If fans forget to bring a mask, there will be a limited amount for sale outside Gate B.
» Social distancing in accordance with CDC guidelines will be enforced. Please keep 6 feet between your group and any unfamiliar person or group.
» Hand sanitizer will be available at multiple points throughout the concourse.
» No game day tickets sales are available, all tickets will be assigned prior to game day. Fans with issues with their tickets or student ID should see the representative at their respective check-in gate.
SEATING AND POST GAME PROCEDURES:
» All guests should maintain social distancing and sit only in the seat printed on their ticket or on the marked seat cushions in the student sections.
» American Athletic Conference (AAC) policy requires a 20 foot clear area from the bench to maintain player health and safety. Please note with this, the first 5 rows are not open for guest seating.
» Restrooms will be available for attendees behind Sections 127-130 in the South end zone and on the west concourse behind sections 123 and 119.
» All guests must exit the stadium post game. Fans are asked to stagger their exit times from the stadium to limit crowding in the concourse and gate areas.
» As a reminder, the rest of campus is closed to visitors. Please proceed from the stadium to your car in Diboll Garage after the game.
EVICTION POLICY
The following behaviors or activities are causes for eviction from Yulman Stadium, including but not limited to:
- Use of profanity or unacceptable language of any type
- Possession of illegal or unauthorized items inside Yulman Stadium
- Weapons, even with concealed weapons permit
- Unacceptable dress
- Public drunkenness
- Entering or attempting to enter any “off limit” area such as the playing surface, backstage, or restroom of the opposite sex
- Participating in a fight or instigating a physical or verbal altercation.
- Verbally abusing, threatening, or intimidating other patrons or building employees
- Throwing any object from the press box, balconies, stairs etc. onto lower or upper areas
- Throwing objects of any type at other patrons, employees, or guests of Tulane University and Yulman Stadium
- Possession of stolen tickets
- Possession of any unauthorized banners or signs
- Smoking or use of tobacco products
- Failure to comply with the terms of the Game Day Fan Guide or Game Day Code of Conduct
GAME PROGRAMS
Tulane Athletics has online yearbooks and programs. Roster sheets, game notes and the 2020 Tulane football media guide can be found by clicking here.
GAMEDAY TIMELINE
Don’t miss any of the festivities on game day! Click here to get the full rundown of events.
GATES OPEN
Gates at Yulman Stadium open two (2) hours prior to kick-off.
GUEST SERVICES
For questions or concerns on gameday, please contact the nearest Guest Services Representative (usher, ticket taker, security staff, or Tulane representative) for assistance.
FIRST-AID
First aid stations are located inside Yulman Stadium:
- Ground Level Concourse by Section 101/131
For other emergencies: Please call 911 or (844) 25EVENT and notify any Guest Service or Security personnel.
LOST/CHILDREN/LOST & FOUND
The Security Office is located on the ground level concourse in the southwest corner of the stadium by section 126/127. Please go here to report lost children.
Lost & found articles should be turned into stadium usher or security personnel. Items turned into security personnel may be found in the Security Office located on the ground level in the southwest corner of the stadium by Section 126/127.
MERCHANDISE
Merchandise will be available for purchase on the Yulman Plaza in front of Gate B.
MOTORIZED VEHICLES
Non-Tulane Golf carts, mopeds, scooters, ATV’s, go carts and other custom motorized vehicles are not permitted on the Tulane campus.
PARKING
Game day parking for the 2020 season in available in Diboll Parking garage at no cost.
PROHIBITED ITEMS IN YULMAN STADIUM
PROHIBITED ITEMS IN YULMAN STADIUM:
- Alcohol (purchased outside of the stadium)
- Artificial noise makers (Thunder sticks are permitted)
- Backpacks, book bags, knapsacks (Note – diaper bags may be brought in if accompanied by an infant)
- Banners (large or in poor taste)
- Contraband
- Containers of any kind, thermos bottle, bottles and cans
- Coolers
- Fireworks
- Flammables
- Footballs or throwing objects
- Glass
- Large bags - maximum size 12” x 12”x 6” - clear bag policy in place
- Laser pointers
- Outside food and beverage
- Projectiles
- Stadium Seatback Chairs with aluminum/metal
- Stickers
- Sticks, bats, poles, clubs, flags or banners with poles
- Strollers – (umbrella strollers that will collapse and be placed under guest seats are permitted)
- Video cameras are not permitted at Tulane football games - (handheld still cameras are permitted)
- Weapons, even with concealed weapons permit
- Umbrellas
- Unmanned Aircraft Systems (Drones) NEW Small UAS Rule (Part 107), including all pilot and operating rules, is in effect as of 12:01 a.m. EDT on August 29, 2016. Please visit www.faa.gov/uas/ for complete details.
Any other item(s) deemed unacceptable by stadium management and Tulane University. In the event prohibited items are revealed during a search, the patron(s) will be permitted to return to their vehicle with the items or they can dispose of them. Tulane University will not safeguard any personal belongings or items of any type.
RADIO
Tulane’s flagship station is KVDU 104.1 The Spot. Home football broadcasts begin one (1) hour prior to kickoff.
RE-ADMITTANCE POLICY
Once patrons exit the stadium, re-entry is not permitted.
RESTROOMS
Restrooms are located throughout Yulman Stadium in the south, west and north concourses. Restrooms are also available on both ends of Wetfeldt Terrace and the Glazer Family Club.
SCALPING
Re-selling of tickets on university property is prohibited. All state laws are applicable.
SIGNAGE & BANNERS
Banners and signage recognizing businesses may not be displayed nor may promotional materials be distributed without prior approval by Tulane.
Political Activity Under federal law, the University may not participate in, or intervene in any political campaign on behalf of any candidate for public office. Political signage that implies endorsement of any political candidate or any political issue may not be displayed nor may political materials be distributed. Parking permits do not imply a permit to conduct political activity.
SMOKING
Tulane University is a tobacco and smoke-free campus. (Including E-cigarettes) For more information, visit https://campushealth.tulane.edu/policies/tobacco-smoke-free-campus-policy
SOLICATION
Solicitations of any kind within Tulane facilities or on Tulane premises are prohibited unless specifically approved by Tulane. The distribution of flyers or leaflets on parked vehicles is expressly prohibited.
TAILGATING
There will be no on campus tailgating allowed for the 2020 season. However, several engaging virtual options are available. Please click here for all the details!
