Lambeau Field is set to welcome fans for Saturday's preseason matchup between the Green Bay Packers and New York Jets. Kickoff is set for 7 p.m. The game is presented by Cenex®.
To recognize 'Play Football Month,' the Packers have invited teams from the YMCA at Pabst Farms youth football league to scrimmage during halftime. Additionally, the Packers have donated thousands of tickets to Saturday's game to youth football teams and Play 60 programs across Wisconsin.
'Play Football Month,' a national campaign that takes place throughout the NFL preseason, incorporates youth football scrimmages at NFL stadiums and celebrates the values of the game and recognizes the efforts and contributions of youth and high school football players and coaches across the country.
As a new season begins, fans should ensure the most current version of the Packers mobile app has been downloaded to their mobile device. Fans are reminded that Lambeau Field and all its businesses are cashless, including parking. Concession stands and other terminals around the stadium feature tap-to-pay technology, allowing fans to pay up to four times faster than before. Those who do not have credit/debit cards or contactless payment solutions may use a cash-to-card conversion station located in the Atrium.
With Saturday's forecast calling for heat and potential thunderstorms, game attendees should prepare accordingly. Dress appropriately for the weather and stay hydrated, with drinking fountains available in the Atrium and bottled water available at concession stands.
Game attendees who have not visited Lambeau Field recently are encouraged to explore the upper and lower concourses to enjoy the variety of concession stands available, including efficient grab-and-go concessions and market-style stands. Fans can also visit two levels of the Miller Lite End Zone on the north side of the stadium, which includes the grab-and-go Miller Lite Market and the Miller Lite End Zone Bar, a climate-controlled bar space. Attendees can also enjoy dozens of large LED screens throughout both levels of the concourse to stay updated on the game action while away from their seats.
Fireworks will be set off from the stadium roof one hour prior to kickoff to remind fans to head toward the stadium to be inside by kickoff. Fans entering all gates will receive magnetic game schedules, compliments of Cenex®.
Prior to the national anthem, the Packers will recognize three generations of U.S. Navy servicemembers through Operation Fan Mail, presented by Network Health. Electric guitarist Weston Wittek will perform the anthem. In addition to YMCA at Pabst Farms youth football teams scrimmaging, halftime will feature the Iola-Scandinavia Thunderbirds and Roncalli Jets will take part in the High School Quarterback Challenge presented by HPE/Camera Corner.
Fans are reminded of the stadium safety policy. No bags or purses will be allowed inside Lambeau Field unless they are clear and are no larger than 12" by 6" by 12." All fans entering Lambeau Field on gamedays will use walk-through metal detectors. The Atrium will be open to ticket holders at 1 p.m. via the American Family Insurance Gate and fans may exit and re-enter up until 3 p.m. by having their ticket 'exit scanned' at the same gate.
The Lambeau Field parking lots will open Saturday at 3 p.m., with stadium gates opening at 5 p.m. Guests with specials needs should note that wheelchair assistance is limited and is on a first-come, first-served basis. Guests with mobility challenges are encouraged to use their own wheelchairs.
Fans can visit the Johnsonville Tailgate Village in the stadium's east side parking lot. The space hosts ticketed and non-ticketed guests from 3 p.m. until one hour after the game ends. It will feature live music from the band Brent Bel & The Boys as well as food, beverages and a festive tailgating atmosphere. For more gameday info, visit packers.com/lambeau-field/gameday-information.
