ALCOHOL 
All use of alcoholic beverages must be consistent with state law and University Regulation 3.021. Alcoholic beverages are only permitted within the North End Zone of Bragg Memorial Stadium. Violators will be removed from the stadium. FAMU does not endorse any behavior involving excessive alcohol consumption that impairs, disrupts, or jeopardizes the safety or enjoyment of event attendees, including those consuming alcohol.

BAG SEARCHES
Only small personal bags (purses, baby, and diaper bags) will be permitted inside Bragg Stadium. All bags are subject to search. Prohibited items must be returned to your vehicle or discarded. 
 
What items are restricted from Bragg Stadium? 
·       Bags larger than 12" x 6" x 12" including camera bags (New Bag Policy) 
·       Alcohol or illegal drugs 
·       Weapons or explosives 
·       Umbrellas 
·       Food or beverage from outside the stadium 
·       Coolers or containers, including cans, cups, and bottles 
·       Backpacks 
·       Chair backs with arms or chair backs that are larger than 16" 
·       Artificial noisemakers (whistles, bells, air horns) 
·       Video equipment, tape recorders, cameras with lenses longer than 6" 
·       Sticks, Poles, flags, or signs 
·       Laser pointers 
·       Laptops 
·       Pets (except special service animals) 
·       Seats with arm rests 
·       Strollers 
·       Skateboards 
·       Beach balls or other airborne objects
·       Additional items may be prohibited at the discretion of the law enforcement officials as dictated by increased threat conditions. 
  
BABY CHANGING STATIONS
•      Baby changing stations are available in marked restrooms in the Stadium 
  
CAMERAS/VIDEO CAMERAS 
Cameras, other than professional cameras with detachable lenses, are allowed in the stadium. Video cameras are not permitted inside the stadium. Selfie sticks are not permitted.
 
CHILD TICKETING 
All people entering Bragg Stadium must present a valid game ticket for entry. Children age three (3) and under are admitted at no cost. 
 
CLEAR BAG POLICY FOR SPECTATORS 
Please note a clear bag policy is in effect for ALL FAMU Athletics venues, including Bragg Stadium, during all football games. All bags larger than 4.5" x 6.5", including purses and diaper bags, must be clear plastic and no larger than 12" x 6" x 12". For more details, please click here. 
 
CONCESSIONS 
Food/drink stands are located on the East Concourse of the stadium. 
 
CODE OF CONDUCT 
FAMU Athletics is committed to maintaining a safe and enjoyable environment for all fans, staff, players, and coaches. To help us provide this first-class environment, we ask that all patrons and attendees follow these guidelines: 
 
•           Contribute to making the environment of FAMU Athletics the best by upholding the spirit of collegiate athletics. 
•           Ensure all fans are treated in a consistent, professional, and polite way by all staff and team personnel. 
•           Support our teams in a positive manner when consuming fans, teams and officials with dignity and respect. 
•           Promote an environment that minimizes disruption, creates a safe atmosphere for all, prevents interference with the game and ensures the enjoyment of the game for everyone. 
•           Refrain from using foul or abusive language or inappropriate gestures or attire. 
•           Be responsible when consuming alcoholic beverages. Impairment, intoxication, underage consumption, and unruly behavior will be addressed immediately. 
•           Sit only in the seat designated on your ticket and be prepared to present your ticket, if requested. 
•           Acknowledge that Florida A&M University is a tobacco-free campus, including e-cigarettes and smokeless cigarettes/tobacco. 
•           Comply with emergency messages, emergency procedures and requests from staff concerning the facility and game day operations. 
Disability Accommodations

1. Gate Entry: Fans with disabilities are encouraged to enter through Gates 11 for assistance.
2. Ticketing: A limited number of seats are reserved for fans with disabilities. To request special accommodation, please contact the FAMU Box Office or (850) 599-3141.
3. Parking: Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) parking will be at the stadium and the garage. First come, first serve.
4. Animals: Animals, except for service animals, are prohibited in all buildings and tailgate areas. Fans who bring animals to campus must keep them on a leash at all times and clean their waste. Animals shall not be left unattended or secured to university property. Emotional support animals are not allowed.
5. For additional information regarding ADA accommodations, please contact the Office of Equal Opportunity on (850) 599-3076.

DRONES (NO DRONE POLICY) 
The unauthorized use of any unmanned aircraft systems, radio-controlled model aircraft, and other devices that can be operated in airspace (i.e., drones) on university property, including the stadium and surrounding parking lots, is expressly prohibited pursuant to University policy UP-05-01 and federal law.  

EMERGENCY 
For any emergency inside the stadium, please contact any usher/police officer or visit the FAMU Police Command Post at Gate 5. 

EMERGENCY PHONE NUMBER: The emergency phone number for Bragg Stadium on game day is 850-599-3256. 
BRAGG ALERTS: Opt in to receive game-day emergency notifications via text message by texting "BRAGGALERTS" TO 888777.
 
EVACUATION 
In the event of an evacuation, please direct your attention to the public address announcement and corresponding video board messages. All exits are clearly marked throughout the stadium. 
 
FIELD ACCESS 
Only those authorized persons with valid credentials are allowed access to the playing field and sidelines at any time (including pre- and post-game). Violators are subject to arrest and ejection from the stadium. 
 
FIRST AID 
First Aid station are located at Gate 9.  Emergency Medical Services (EMS) are located at Gates 11 and 17.  For assistance, contact a stadium usher or police officer. 
 
FOOD/BEVERAGES 
Fans may not bring food or beverages, including alcoholic beverages, inside of the stadium. Concession stands are located throughout the stadium and offer a variety of food and non-alcoholic beverages. 
 
GAME DAY STADIUM ENTRY 
FAMU Student Entrance: 16 & 17
General Admission: 11, 12, 13, 14

Please see the clear bag policy here.

GATES OPEN 
All gates to the stadium open two (2) hours before kickoff.  

LOST AND FOUND 
Lost items recovered during the game will be delivered to the Police Substation located at Gate 4. 
 
NOISE MAKERS 
Artificial noisemakers are not permitted inside Bragg Stadium. This includes air horns, bells, and whistles.Prohibited items may be confiscated. 
 
RV PARKING 
Fans who are permitted to RV Parking per game will be located in the parking lot or Ardelia Court. Fans who will be RV parking will be allowed to park beginning on Friday.

RADIOS 
Hand-held and pocket-sized portable radios are allowed in the facility. Please be considerate of other patrons and use an earpiece or headphones to listen to your radio. 
 
RE-ENTRY POLICY 
Fans are not allowed to re-enter the stadium once they leave.

 

SAFETY   Comply with emergency messages, emergency procedures and requests from staff concerning the facility and game day operations.    Inclement Weather All fans are encouraged to opt in to Bragg Alerts by texting 888777 to receive game-day emergency notifications via text Lightning and strong winds may delay or postpone a game or event.   In case of lightning, all fans in the stands must evacuate the stadium and return to their vehicles or the Al Lawson Center until the "all clear" sign is given. Event activities will resume once:  lightning is determined to be outside of the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) lightning protocol radius of ten (10) miles and  30 minutes have passed since both the last sound of thunder and the last flash of lightning, restarting the wait time after each strike. Lightning and strong winds may delay or postpone a game or event.  Umbrellas are prohibited inside of the stadium. If inclement weather is in the forecast, fans are encouraged to bring ponchos.

All exits are clearly marked throughout the stadium.

SMOKING AND TOBACCO POLICY 
The University is a smoke-free campus pursuant to University Regulation 5.006.
 
SOLICITATION 
The University does not permit unauthorized soliciting or collecting of contributions, vending, commercial sales or cash exchanges, distribution of flyers, or other promotional/advertising materials on FAMU's property. If your business organization is interested, contact the Office of Business and Auxiliary Services on (850) 599-3090. No food, souvenir or clothing vendors are allowed in the designated tailgating areas.
 
SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENTS 
Special announcements on the public address system and scoreboard are limited to emergencies.   
 

 
2. Tents
a. Tents that are no more than 20'x20' are permitted.
b. Tents that obstruct a clear passage for rescue vehicles or personnel will be moved. 
c. Tents or canopies exceeding an 8' x 8' footprint and vehicles measuring more than 18' in length and/or 8' in width are not permitted to park in a lined parking space in Bragg Stadium.
 
3. Utilities. Individuals are prohibited from using University electrical outlets and water supplies. Extension cords and waterlines may not be connected to any campus building or structure.
4. Fees. Tailgating Permits may be purchased at the FAMU Box Office at (850) 599-3141. 
5. Fire Safety
a. Except for grilling, fire is prohibited. This includes open fire pits, fires built on the ground, and candles.
b. If a fire emergency should occur, call 911.
c. For those guests who tailgate, it is recommended that a minimum class 2A-10B:C fire extinguisher be available for use at your tailgate.
6. Food Safety
a. Propane grills are permitted and must always be attended, while charcoal grills are prohibited. Propane grills should not be within 10 feet of a vehicle's gas cap and must be at least two (2) feet above the parking surface, so heat does not cause damage to the asphalt. Please do not leave hot grills unattended.
b. If tailgating on a grassy area, the grill must rest on a board to protect the grass and soil from damage. 
c. It is recommended that tailgaters remain hydrated and observe appropriate food safety guidelines, see foodsafety.gov for more information.
7. Tailgating Restrooms. Portable restrooms are located on the Paddyfote lawn.  Personal portable restrooms are prohibited.

BOX OFFICE/WILL CALL 
Visit the FAMU Box Office website here. FAMU Athletics is not responsible for, and cannot guarantee, the authenticity of any tickets purchased from someone other than the FAMU Athletics Box Office and Ticketmaster.com. On game day, the Box Office/Will Call will be located at the Al Lawson Center, 1800 Althea Gibson Way. Ticket Resolution is available at the Lawson Center Box Office. 
 
Student ticket issues/questions are located at the Box Office.
FAMU Football Player Guest and Visiting Team ticket distribution is in the Lawson Center lobby. 
 
The FAMU Box Office: will be open 8:30 a.m. – 6 p.m. Friday. The Box Office will open four (4) hours prior to kickoff and close at halftime. 
 

  

 
UMBRELLAS 
Umbrellas are prohibited inside of the stadium. If severe weather is in the forecast, fans are encouraged to bring ponchos.  
 
WEATHER 
For weather updates that may affect games, fans may check the following website: https://www.weather.gov/tae/. In case of lightning, we will ask all fans in the stands to evacuate to their vehicles or the Al Lawson Center until the "all clear" sign is given. Event activities will resume once lightning is determined to be outside of the NCAA lightning protocol radius or no lightning strikes within a ten mile radius.  

WEAPONS 
No weapons of any kind are permitted in Bragg Memorial Stadium, in the Galimore-Powell Fieldhouse, Lawson Center, or in any designated FAMU venue. Any individual carrying a weapon on campus must secure their weapon in their vehicle or other property prior to entering the building or other campus facility. This policy does not include weapons used by off-duty law enforcement officers. 
 
ON-FIELD ACCESS/ENTRY 
The playing surface at Bragg Memorial Stadium is not to be entered before, during or after games by any patrons who have not obtained permission to do so. In addition, all gates that lead down to the field from the stands will be secured during games. No field access is granted to any individual that does not have an established function and is credentialed as determined by the FAMU Department of Athletics.