August 29, 2024 • 6 p.m. ET • Big Ten Network
SHI Stadium • Piscataway, N.J.
PISCATAWAY, N.J. – Rutgers football opens its 2024 season by hosting Howard Thursday at SHI Stadium. Kickoff is set for 6 p.m. on Big Ten Network. The Scarlet Knights are 11-4 in season openers under head coach Greg Schiano, including victories each of the past four years.
Celebrate Youth Football Night at SHI Stadium, as youth teams from across the area will participate in the pregame parade down The Rutgers Boardwalk and will be featured during the game. Stick around after the final whistle for a postgame fireworks show.
Rutgers will introduce security enhancement at all SHI Stadium gates with the implementation of a new walk-through weapons detection system. Fans are advised to arrive early to ensure a smooth entry into the stadium before kickoff. The system, familiar to spectators who have attended other events in the region, does not require individuals to empty their pockets to enter. Those attending the event are asked to follow the instructions of public safety personnel.
The bag policy from previous years remains in place, but fans with bags must enter through North Gate C, Auxiliary Gate 1, Auxiliary Gate 2 or between Gates G & H (students gate) for inspection. All other gates will not accept bags.
The Rutgers Boardwalk, presented by VisitNJ.org, returns to highlight the pregame festivities around SHI Stadium. Stop by Scarlet Knight Way starting at 2 p.m. to enjoy the top food trucks in New Jersey, plus free rides, mini golf, petting zoos, pony rides, prizes and live entertainment. Get to The Rutgers Boardwalk early for the pregame parade and pep rally featuring The Marching Scarlet Knights, Spirit Team, mascot “Sir Henry,” the Scarlet Knight horse “Excalibur” with the Knight and the football team arrival. Giveaways include The Rutgers Boardwalk pins, “Beat Howard” buttons, posters and shakers.
New on The Rutgers Boardwalk this year, all kids 12 and under can stop by the Rutgers Kid’s Club next to the stage to pick up their exclusive Rutgers Kid’s Club Credential and game-theme specific pin for their lanyard. Kids who collect all seven pins will receive a free pizza and ice cream at the final home game of the year.
In an effort to encourage a safe environment for fans, as well as improve the ease of entry into the stadium, Rutgers continues to use mobile tickets, which can be added to an Apple Wallet or Google Wallet app. Digital…
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