The University of Alabama athletics department recently shared a list of items that are new for the 2022 gameday experience at Bryant-Denny Stadium, as well as reminders of some other items that debuted last season. You can read the full list here, but we’ve picked some highlights you’ll want to remember before attending any home games this fall.
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Cash-free
Beginning in 2022, all points of sale at Alabama athletics events for concessions and retail will be cashless. Fans with cash can exchange for a Fancard in $20 increments in two locations in the stadium: Lower Level (first Floor), Section AA (near Concession S126); and Upper Level (eighth Floor), Section NN-8 (near Concession N804).
Each location will have a team member to assist guests who require this service. UA said Fancards are a preloaded Mastercard with no activation fees. These can not only be used at stadium concessions but also anywhere Mastercard is accepted.
Alcohol Sales
Alabama Athletics will begin selling beer and wine at select sporting events, beginning with the 2022 home football season.
The majority of concessions locations will offer beer and wine, and additional portable stations will be set up on the 100, 200 and 800-level concourses. Guests must be 21 to purchase and show valid proof of identification. IDs will be checked at time of purchase, and there is a limit of two alcoholic beverages per transaction. Sales of beer and wine will conclude at the completion of the third quarter.
UA said alcohol purchased in the stadium concourses cannot be brought into or out of a premium seating area, and all alcohol purchased at sporting events must be consumed at the venue and may not be carried out “under any circ*mstances.”
Concessions
Concession stands are located throughout the concourses of Bryant-Denny Stadium. The Crimson Crave trailer is set up along the Walk of Champions as a pre-entry dining option.
Reminder: All concession transactions will be cashless.
ASAP will be available for mobile ordering at select portables throughout 100, 200 and 800-level concourses. You can find QR codes with a link to order and pick up concessions items from your smartphone throughout the stadium.
Recycling Program
With the sale of alcoholic beverages, 150 large containers for aluminum can recycling will be placed throughout Bryant-Denny. UA asks fans who purchase beer to utilize these bins for the disposal of the cans as opposed to leaving at seats or throwing in trash receptacles.
Mobile Ticketing
In 2020, ticketing and parking went mobile-only, providing a safe fan experience with quick and convenient entry on gameday during the pandemic. UA said mobile ticketing will reduce the risk of lost, stolen or counterfeit tickets while providing the ability to easily manage, transfer or sell your tickets anytime from your smartphone, so the system will remain in effect.
You can manage their tickets on their smartphone via the Alabama Crimson Tide mobile app or online at RollTide.com/MyAccount. UA encourages fans to download their tickets before gameday. Prior to reaching the Bryant-Denny gates, fans can open their digital wallet on their smartphone, select their game tickets or parking passes, and hold their smartphone near the scanner for entry.
UA noted that “Print-at-Home” tickets (PDF copies) are no longer available, and mobile tickets are only valid when presented on a smartphone. Printed copies of QR codes will not be accepted. If you do not have a smartphone, you can contact the Alabama Athletics TIDE PRIDE/Ticket Office before gamedays for options.
Ticket Transfer
UA also announced some new upgrades to mobile ticketing in 2022. The transfer process will now allow you to utilize your phone contacts when transferring tickets through the Alabama Crimson Tide mobile app. Also, there will no longer be a transfer expiration, and you have the ability to better track your transfers with a first and last name associated with all transfers. Ticket purchasers can also quick download their game tickets by using our new “Add All” feature.
Ticketholders can transfer their tickets to someone in the event they are unable to attend a game. Ticketholders (excluding UA faculty/staff and students) can still post their tickets on StubHub.
Tailgating
Free Quad tailgating will be available for the 2022 season. Free Quad tailgating is located on the west side of the Quad, reservations are not required. View the Quad map.
Quad tailgate supply drop-off is located on Colonial Dr. and is open during the following times: Friday at 6-8 p.m. and Saturday at 7 a.m. until noon (for Utah State). Fans are permitted 15 minutes to unload equipment and exit Colonial Drive. View the Quad drop-off map.
Northeast Will Call
Will Call windows were added to the northeast corner of Bryant-Denny Stadium near Gate 59, which will service both the media and visiting team player guests.
Athletics Autograph Tent
The Athletics Autograph Tent will be added for select games this season on the Quad just east of Denny Chimes. Signing will begin three hours prior to kickoff and last an hour. Teams are accessible for photos and autographs for fans of all ages.
Cooling Stations
It’s hot in Alabama this time of year -- really hot. So UA wants to help you stay cool on gamedays. Cooling stations will include water monsters, fans, shaded seating, sunscreen and first aid staff are located at the following locations:
- Lower Level (first Floor) Sections G, AA & LL
- Lower Level (second Floor) Sections D, K, BB & MM
- Upper Level (eighth Floor) Section SS-10 First Aid Room
Water Monsters
Water Monsters featuring 150-gallon tanks of cold filtered water are located throughout Bryant-Denny Stadium to assist fans in staying cool and hydrated. Fans are permitted to bring empty, non-glass, bottles/cups inside to fill up at the various water stations. Small cups will also be provided next to the canister.
- Lower Level (first Floor): Sections G, LL, AA & Gates 7, 30, 38 & 59
- Lower Level (second Floor): Sections D, K, BB, MM, S-8
- Upper Level (eighth Floor): Sections NN-1, NN-14, SS-1, SS-14
Breeze Stations
Breeze stations include fans and shaded seating and are located at the following locations:
- Lower Level (1st Floor): Sections G, K, AA & LL
- Lower Level (2nd Floor): Sections D, K, N-1, EE, JJ && MM
Student Terrace
A student social area was added on the southeast side of the stadium on the ground level with upgraded concessions and charging stations.
Enlarged Videoboards
Prior to the 2020 season, new videoboards were installed in the four corners of Bryant-Denny, which are 60 percent larger than the previous boards.
Expanded Concourses
The concourses were expanded on the west upper deck prior to the 2020 season to better service those fans seated in this area, especially during entry and exit.
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