GREENVILLE, S.C. – Furman's Thursday, August 27, 7:00 p.m., football season opener versus Anderson at Paladin Stadium will offer students, alumni, and fans a myriad of opportunities to engage in all the fun and excitement surrounding the opening night of college football on one of the nation's most beautiful campuses.
 
Ingles Fan Zone
 
Headlining the list of offerings is the Ingles Fan Zone, which will serve as the area for all fans to engage in an energetic and fun pre-game atmosphere.  Located adjacent to Paladin Stadium, the Fan Zone will open at 4:00 p.m., three hours prior to kickoff, and feature the live music of "Commodore Fox."  Admission is free.
 
All About Flooring, BMW, YMCA, and Bon Secours are vendors who will be on hand in the Fan Zone, which will also feature a bounce house, face painting, balloon artists, and Nomadic Few Shaved Ice.
 
Fans looking for a pre-game meal can purchase a burger or hot dog, along with chips and a drink, for $10 through the Ingles Fan Zone Combo. To RSVP and pay, click HERE by Tuesday, August 25.
 
Wicked Weed End Zone Experience
 
The Wicked Weed Endzone Experience returns to Paladin Stadium this season, giving fans a lively destination to enjoy on game day. Located at the videoboard end of the stadium, the Fan Zone and biergarten are free and open to all ticketed fans. The area features food trucks, beverages, games and more, providing fans another way to experience the excitement and atmosphere of Furman Football throughout the game.
 
Wear Purple
 
Fans are encouraged to wear purple to the game, sponsored by Ingles, with the first 350 through the gates to receive an "FU Ignites" shirt.
 
An in-game light show is planned between the third and fourth quarters.
 
Ticketing
 
Furman's GameDay Ticket Office opens at 5:00 p.m., two hours prior to kickoff, at three locations: Timmons Arena, Champions Walk Gate, and East Stands (Visitors) Gate. 
 
All ticket and parking ($20/vehicle) transactions are credit card only.  Fans are asked to have credit cards ready when entering Timmons Arena or Furman Chapel Lots. All major credit cards are accepted, along with Apple and Google pay.