Utah Utes Fan Fest
Celebrate the 2026–27 Utah Utes season with free activities, athlete interactions, performances and stadium open-house experiences.
The annual Utah Athletics Fan Fest returns to Rice-Eccles Stadium on Saturday, Aug. 22, from 6–8 p.m. The free event kicks off the 2026–27 competition year and features activities and interaction with student-athletes and coaches from all of Utah's athletics programs.
Activities for kids and families on the football field with student-athletes
Open house in the Ken Garff Red Zone, including locker room and Julie M. and David S. Layton Field Club tours
First official performance of the year by the Utah Marching Band and Spirit Squad
Video board show with interviews hosted by Bill Riley
Utah Utes merchandise and concessions available
Parking and admission are free. Fans may park for free in the West Stadium lot and Guardsman Way lot beginning at 5 p.m. Event entry begins at 6 p.m. through Gates A and D on the west and southwest perimeter of Rice-Eccles Stadium.
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