University of Northern Colorado Athletics
UNC Athletics Announces Tailgate for Friday's Football Season Opener Against Weber State
8/26/2026 11:00:00 AM | Football
GREELEY, Colo. - UNC Athletics is inviting fans, families, alumni, and the Northern Colorado community to kick off the football season at Friday's tailgate before the Bears open the year against Weber State at 7 p.m.
The tailgate opens at 2 p.m. and will feature live music, local vendors, giveaways, bounce houses, games, and activities designed to create a fun, family-friendly atmosphere leading into kickoff.
The day's schedule includes:
Fans attending the tailgate can enjoy food, activities, and community engagement from a wide range of participating vendors and partners, including Sizzles & Sweets Food Truck, Dish Creamery Ice Cream Truck, Aunt Helen's Coffee Truck, Mom's Popcorn, Texas Roadhouse, Blisstix Beef Sticks, Band Wagon & The Moxi Theater, KFKA Radio, The Kress Cinema, WeldWerks, Chipper's Lanes, Banner Health, Roasty's Diner & The Bakery, Balanced Movement Yoga, The Original Roma's Pizza, The Resource Center, Love Bridal by Tatyana, Perfect Glow Spa & Tanning, No DUI NoCo, Pepsi, and Theo the Magician.
Attendees will also have the chance to win special giveaways, including a Blackstone Adventure Ready Camping Grill from SCHEELS and a Tailgater of the Game Prize Pack from Dickey's BBQ, which includes a gift card and swag.
UNC Athletics also thanks Downtown Greeley for its support of UNC Athletics. This event and collaboration would not be possible without Downtown Greeley's partnership and continued investment in creating memorable game day experiences for fans and the community.
There are still a handful of tailgate spots available for purchase, but they are going fast. Fans are encouraged to secure their spot today to be part of the action. Buy spots here.
With bounce houses, games, activities, music, food, and giveaways, Friday's tailgate promises fun for the whole family as UNC celebrates the start of football season.
Tickets can be purchased through the UNC ticket office online at UNCBears.com/Tickets, by calling 970-351-4849, or in person at the UNC ticket office during normal business hours.
Quarterback Club
The Quarterback Club plays a vital role in supporting the UNC Football program. By giving to the Quarterback Club, you help enhance the student-athlete experience, provide resources for team development, and support the success of the Bears on and off the field. Your involvement makes a meaningful difference in the future of the program.
FOLLOW THE BEARS:
For complete coverage of UNC Athletics, check out the official homepage at uncbears.com. Follow the football team on Instagram, X and Facebook.
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The tailgate opens at 2 p.m. and will feature live music, local vendors, giveaways, bounce houses, games, and activities designed to create a fun, family-friendly atmosphere leading into kickoff.
The day's schedule includes:
- 2:00 p.m. - Tailgate opens
- 4:00 p.m. - Live music begins
- 5:30 p.m. - Football stadium gates open
- 6:15 p.m. - UNC spirit groups parade through the tailgate
- 6:30 p.m. - Live music concludes
- 7:00 p.m. - Kickoff vs. Weber State
Fans attending the tailgate can enjoy food, activities, and community engagement from a wide range of participating vendors and partners, including Sizzles & Sweets Food Truck, Dish Creamery Ice Cream Truck, Aunt Helen's Coffee Truck, Mom's Popcorn, Texas Roadhouse, Blisstix Beef Sticks, Band Wagon & The Moxi Theater, KFKA Radio, The Kress Cinema, WeldWerks, Chipper's Lanes, Banner Health, Roasty's Diner & The Bakery, Balanced Movement Yoga, The Original Roma's Pizza, The Resource Center, Love Bridal by Tatyana, Perfect Glow Spa & Tanning, No DUI NoCo, Pepsi, and Theo the Magician.
Attendees will also have the chance to win special giveaways, including a Blackstone Adventure Ready Camping Grill from SCHEELS and a Tailgater of the Game Prize Pack from Dickey's BBQ, which includes a gift card and swag.
UNC Athletics also thanks Downtown Greeley for its support of UNC Athletics. This event and collaboration would not be possible without Downtown Greeley's partnership and continued investment in creating memorable game day experiences for fans and the community.
There are still a handful of tailgate spots available for purchase, but they are going fast. Fans are encouraged to secure their spot today to be part of the action. Buy spots here.
With bounce houses, games, activities, music, food, and giveaways, Friday's tailgate promises fun for the whole family as UNC celebrates the start of football season.
Tickets can be purchased through the UNC ticket office online at UNCBears.com/Tickets, by calling 970-351-4849, or in person at the UNC ticket office during normal business hours.
Quarterback Club
The Quarterback Club plays a vital role in supporting the UNC Football program. By giving to the Quarterback Club, you help enhance the student-athlete experience, provide resources for team development, and support the success of the Bears on and off the field. Your involvement makes a meaningful difference in the future of the program.
FOLLOW THE BEARS:
For complete coverage of UNC Athletics, check out the official homepage at uncbears.com. Follow the football team on Instagram, X and Facebook.
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