North Carolina State University Athletics
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WALK OF CHAMPIONS
Join the NC State Marching Band, Cheerleaders, Mr. & Ms. Wuf, and the Dance Team in welcoming the Wolfpack Football Team to Carter-Finley Stadium at approximately 3:30 PM. The Walk of Champions will take place in front of the Murphy Center with the team entering the grounds near the flagpoles by the Gate B entrance before walking through Gant Plaza past the Wolfpack Turf Statue and entering the Murphy Center.
WOLFPACK FAN ZONE
Visit the Wolfpack Fan Zone on the north side of Carter-Finley Stadium for fun a prizes starting at 3:00 PM. A list of activities and venders are below.
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CLEAR BAG POLICY
NC State has implemented a clear bag policy at Carter-Finley Stadium. CLICK HERE for more information.
PRECAUTIONARY SECURITY ENHANCEMENTS - ENTRY GATES AND BAG CHECKS
NC State is taking additional precautions at Carter-Finley Stadium for the safety of all fans, staff and student-athletes. The following security enhancement impacting fans will be in place:
- Fans are asked to arrive at stadium gates at least 30 minutes earlier than normal to accommodate increased security screening
- Fans should be prepared for enhanced checks of persons and belongings, including opening coats/outerwear and emptying pockets
- Fans are strongly encouraged not to bring a bag into Carter-Finley Stadium. If a bag is essential, a clear bag is required and can only be one bag per individual. Visit the Clear Bag link above for more detailed information.
GAME DAY PARKING
All parking on the grounds of Carter-Finley Stadium is reserved and requires a valid permit. Unauthorized vehicles are strictly prohibited, including but not limited to, golf carts, motorized scooters, unapproved sponsor and promotional vehicles, etc.
Game Day Parking Cash Lots: Game day parking for fans without season parking passes can park in Cardinal Gibbons, Westchase, College of Veterinary Medicine Parking Deck (CVM) or the grass lot on Hillsborough St. and Blue Ridge for $20 (cash).
Ingress/Egress: To improve traffic flow entering and exiting the parking lots of Carter-Finley Stadium, the lots and parking permits have been color-coded and entry/exit routes have been updated. Please refer to the parking map on the back of your parking permit or CLICK HERE.
Handicapped Parking: Handicapped parking is located at the Westchase Handicap Lot for $20 (cash) or free with a valid parking pass for the game. ADA shuttle service will start running at 4:00 PM. until 1 hour after the conclusion of the game. The shuttle will drop off and pick-up at Gate 11.
TAILGATING
We encourage you to have fun with your tailgating, but please remember to be respectful and considerate of those around you and your space.
- Please set up in your space only
- Please do not block the cars on either side of you with chairs, tents, etc.
- Please do not block the roadway. We must have access in case of emergency situations
- Please leave your trash in a bag in front of your car
WOLFPACK EXPRESS
Be on the lookout for Wolfpack Express stops throughout select lots for assistance to and from the stadium. All drop offs will be at Gate 11 before the game, and pick up at Gate 11 for post-game assistance back to the designated stops. The stops can be found near the Westchase lots, Practice Field lot, Trinity and TX lots, the Indoor Practice Facility lot and the Stadium West lot. For a map with pickup/dropoff locations, click HERE.
SECOND HALF SPIRIT
A unique part of the game day experience at Carter-Finley Stadium is the "pass outs" right before halftime and the ability to return in the second half. The Wolfpack encourages any fan utilizing this courtesy to be back in their seats before the 3rd Quarter kicks off! Thank you for coming to the game and making Carter-Finley Stadium one of the most exciting venues in the ACC!