Game Day

 

WELCOME ILLINI & VISITING TEAM FANS! 

Whether you're here to cheer on the Illini football team (or their opponent!) at the historic Memorial Stadium, rally behind the Fighting Illini Basketball at the State Farm Center, or heading to a wrestling or volleyball match, gymnastics meet, baseball or soccer game, or one of the many Illini sports, we're happy to have you here!

We are your one-stop information destination for game day. Know where to stay, where to eat and where to park so you can enjoy your time in Champaign-Urbana! For additional information on our area, contact us at 1-800-369-6151.

Enjoy your Big Ten experience in Champaign-Urbana!

ILLINOIS FOOTBALL WEEKEND GUIDE 

BEFORE & AFTER THE GAME

Make it a weekend when you come in for Illini Football! There's always something happening in Champaign-Urbana to enjoy. Here's some of our top recommendations:

Looking for more inspiration for things to do? Check out our digital Experience Guide, and make sure to follow us on FacebookTikTok and Instagram.

HOTEL AVAILABILITY

Make Game Day an entire weekend. Finding a hotel room is easy!

We have 4,500 hotel rooms in the Champaign-Urbana area, many of which are very close to Memorial Stadium. Give them a call or book directly online.

Need assistance? Give us a call at 1-800-369-6151.

PARKING

Know where the best places to park are before heading over to the game. Find your facilities here. 

CLEAR BAG POLICY

If it's been awhile since you've attended an Illini basketball game, you might want to brush up on the relatively new Clear Bag Policy. In short, any bag larger than a 4.5" by 7" clutch must be clear, and not exceed 12" x 6" x 12". 

CATERING

Looking to feed a group of people before heading to the game? Check out the wide variety of offerings to make sure you don’t go hungry before the game! 

THINGS TO DO

Been a while since you explored the greater Champaign County area? Check out events happening during your visit and request an Experience Guide to learn more about our BRILLIANT community!

PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION

Don't want to deal with parking at the game? Rely on our public transportation to get you to the game. CUMTD has several options to get you close to the action. 

GETTING HERE

Champaign-Urbana is conveniently located at the intersection of I-74, I-57 and I-72 so no matter where you're coming from, it's easy to get here. We also have Amtrak for a reliable ride or Fly Champaign-Urbana if you're coming from farther away. Click here for more information.

EXPLORING THE BIG TEN CONFERENCE

Traveling to our fellow Big Ten communities? Check out Cities of the Big Ten to plan your trip and discover all that our schools and communities have to offer!

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