VILLANOVA, Pa.—Several fan experience upgrades and new amenities at Villanova Stadium were announced this week as the first home football game of the 2021 season presented by Independence Blue Cross quickly approaches this Saturday evening when the nationally-ranked Wildcats host Bucknell for a 6 p.m. kickoff. The stadium updates for the 2021 season are designed to provide a safe environment for Villanova fans to cheer on the Wildcats while offering new fan-friendly features to the gameday atmosphere. Villanova will host five regular season home football games, including this Saturday's opener against Bucknell and later games versus CAA opponents Richmond (September 18), Rhode Island (October 23), William & Mary (October 30) and Stony Brook (November 13).
 
Season Tickets
A familiar benefit for season ticket holders returns in 2021 as fans renewing their season tickets or purchasing season tickets for the first time will have the exclusive opportunity to sit in the middle seating section near the 50-yard line. Season ticket packages can be purchased according to the options listed below and the home game schedule includes contests against Bucknell (Sept. 11), Richmond (Sept. 18), Rhode Island (Oct. 23), William & May (Oct. 30) and Stony Brook (Nov. 13). Renewing season ticket holders can purchase tickets for 2021 by logging in to the online account manager.

Nova Points (Updated for 2021 Season)
Starting with the 2021-22 football season, all season ticket holders will receive 30 Nova Points per year of season ticket purchases. Season ticket holders of all four tickets Villanova sports (Men's Basketball, Women's Basketball, Football and Men's Lacrosse) will receive 10 additional Nova Points per fiscal year (June 1-May 31). Fans can accumulate a total of 130 Nova Points per year for being a four-sport season ticket holder (30 per year for Men's Basketball; 30 per year for Women's Basketball; 30 per year for Football; 30 per year for Men's Lacrosse, plus an additional 10 points). More info…Nova Points. For questions, call 610-519-4100 or email tickets@villanova.edu.
 
Group Tickets
Villanova Football games are the perfect opportunity to entertain groups, including employee appreciation nights, entertaining clients, youth football team nights, birthday parties, fundraisers or just a group of friends. Groups of 10 or more qualify for special group rate pricing. Place a deposit today and get the first chance to select game tickets. More info…Group Ticket Deposit.
 
Single Game Tickets
Tickets for individual home games are on sale now! Single game tickets for all home games with the exception of Family Weekend (September 18) are $20.00 for adults, $10.00 for children ages 3-12 and $5.00 for groups of 10 or more. Family Weekend tickets are $25.00 for adults and $15.00 for youths. Fans can purchase single game tickets online or by calling the Villanova Ticket Office at 610-519-4100.

 
Mobile Tickets
New in 2021 and designed to increase the safety of fans entering Villanova Stadium and other athletic venues, Villanova Athletics has shifted exclusively to digital ticketing for all athletic ticketed events. Mobile ticketing offers a more streamlined and simple approach for fans while providing contactless transactions upon entry to athletic venues.
 
It is strongly recommended that all fans attending an athletic ticketed event, including both season ticket holders and single game ticket holders, download the Villanova Athletics mobile app to assist with the mobile ticketing process. Single game ticket holders are already familiar with the delivery of mobile tickets and season ticket holders will now have this method of transaction applied to their accounts as well. Season ticket holders will have access to an improved online account manager which enhances the user experience and provides a self-service experience. Ticket holders will also be able to download tickets to their digital wallet as well as transfer tickets to multiple recipients via text or email.
 
General Parking
General parking for all football home games except Family Weekend will be in the I-1 garage at the normal hourly rate. The I-1 garage will open three hours prior to kickoff, and no tailgating is permitted in the garage. Click here for directions to campus and the Villanova Athletics facilities.
 
Tailgating
 
2021 Season – Tailgating Home Page
 
A-2 Parking Lot
A limited number of parking spots in the A-2 lot will be sold on a per game basis for the home football games against Bucknell (Sept. 11), Rhode Island (Oct. 23), William & Mary (Oct. 30) and Stony Brook (Nov. 13). Single game parking passes for the A-2 lot cost $40.00 and can be purchased online while available. Requests must be made by Monday at Noon the week of the game. The lot opens four hours prior to kickoff. Oversized vehicles (RV's, buses, etc.) will be able to park on a first-come, first-served basis subject to availability at a cost of $100.00 per vehicle. If there is no availability, oversized vehicles will be able to drop off at the entrance to the parking lot and will be directed to park on West Campus. They will not be able to drive through the lot for drop-offs.
 
Tailgate on the Green (Connelly Plaza/Rowen Campus Green)
For the home games against Rhode Island (Oct. 23), William & Mary (Oct. 30) and Stony Brook (Nov. 13), fans can reserve a private football tailgating site (a 10' x 15' private site) on the Rowen Campus Green. Up to 20 guests will be permitted at each site. Fans may bring portable propane grills (no charcoal), food, and drinks. Fans ages 21 and older are permitted to possess and consume a moderate amount of beer and wine within their private site. No hard liquor will be permitted. Each private site will be provided 20 wristbands for guests to wear. All guests within a private tailgating site must have a wristband. The fan who reserved the private site will be held responsible for ensuring that all guests are following the tailgating rules and guidelines. Requests must be made by Monday at Noon the week of the game. Tailgate on the Green opens three hours prior to kickoff.
 
Wildcat Walk
Arrive early to campus before home football games and don't miss the Wildcat Walk which takes place in the A-2 parking lot two hours prior to kickoff. The band, cheerleaders, dance team and twirlers will lead the football team through the A-2 parking lot as they make their way to the locker room before the game. The route of the Wildcat Walk will proceed from the rear of Finneran Pavilion through the A-2 lot and into Villanova Stadium.
 
Food Concessions and Alcohol Sales at Villanova Stadium
New in 2021, concessions at Villanova Stadium will include menu selections from Chickie's & Pete's!
 
Digital Gameday Program
Once again in 2021, the Villanova Football game day program is available for digital download! The program will be available for free each week on the day of the game at villanova.com and the Villanova Athletics mobile app.
 
Promotional Schedule
Below are details on the single game football promotions for the 2021 season.