New in 2021
Below is a list of items that are new for the 2021 game-day experience at Bryant-Denny Stadium as well as reminders of some other items that were new last season.
Health Check
For the health and safety of the campus community and your fellow fans, do not enter the stadium if you currently have COVID-19 or COVID-19 symptoms, have been exposed to someone who is COVID-positive, and/or if you have been directed by a healthcare professional to be in quarantine or isolation for a period of time that includes game day. Should you determine that you cannot attend based on the foregoing, you may still sell or transfer your ticket. The process for doing so can be found on our Mobile Ticketing page.
Face Coverings
Recently, the UA campus requirement for face coverings was updated. Effective Nov. 5, 2021, face coverings are no longer required for fully vaccinated individuals in most University of Alabama facilities. With that, masks are only required for unvaccinated individuals indoors and in crowded outdoor spaces, unless actively eating or drinking. Masks will be required for all individuals, regardless of vaccination status, on Crimson Ride buses. Unvaccinated individuals should also practice social distancing to the extent practicable.
Mobile Ticketing
Beginning in 2020, ticketing and parking went mobile-only, enabling contactless entry into all venues. Mobile-only ticketing provides a safe fan experience with quick and convenient entry on gameday. Mobile ticketing also reduces the risk of lost, stolen, or counterfeit tickets while providing the ability to easily manage, transfer, or sell your tickets anytime from your smartphone.
Ticket purchasers will be able to manage their tickets on their smartphone via the Alabama Crimson Tide mobile app or online at RollTide.com/MyAccount. It is strongly encouraged that all fans download their tickets before game day. Just prior to reaching the gates, fans will simply open their digital wallet on their smartphone, select their game tickets or parking passes, and hold their smartphone near the scanner.
Also note, Print-at-Home tickets (PDF copies) will no longer be available as we focus on contactless entry into the stadium. Likewise, mobile tickets are only valid when presented on a smartphone. Printed copies of QR codes will not be accepted. In the event that you do not have a smartphone, please contact the Alabama Athletics TIDE PRIDE/Ticket Office in advance of gameday for options.
Ticket Transfer
Ticketholders may transfer their tickets to a friend in the event they are unable to attend. Ticketholders (excluding UA faculty/staff and students) still have the ability to post their tickets on StubHub, the official fan-to-fan marketplace of Alabama Athletics. Step-by-step directions are available.
Mobile Parking
Parking passes issued through the Alabama Athletics TIDE PRIDE/Ticket Office will be delivered electronically via the Alabama Crimson Tide mobile app or online at RollTide.com/MyAccount. It is strongly encouraged that all fans download their parking passes before game day. On game day, customers will present their smartphone to be scanned upon entry to the parking lot.
Additional information on reserved parking for non-TIDE PRIDE lots can be found on UAGameday.com.
Parking Lots
Reserved parking lots on campus will open at 7 a.m. on game days. Additional parking can be found downtown and at several other off campus parking lots.
Shuttles
Crimson Ride shuttle service to the Quad begins at 7 a.m. on game days and concludes 1.5 hours postgame. It is free of charge and services the east campus parking areas including the East Campus RV lot, Lot A and parking lots located along Peter Bryce Blvd.
Off-campus shuttles are also available from downtown, University Mall and Birmingham.
Tailgating
For information on reserved tailgating, free tailgating, rules and regulations, visit UAGameday.com/tailgating.
Stadium Entry
Upon arriving at the security area, fans will be queued in a line for the metal detectors. Markers will be placed at six-foot intervals to help maintain social distancing, and signage will be displayed to encourage fans to social distance.
Gate Number Changes
All gates were renumbered at Bryant-Denny Stadium prior to the 2020 season, so fans are encouraged to check your ticket for the appropriate gate number before arriving at the security area.
Lower Level
| Sections | Sections | Gate(s) |
|---|---|---|
| A to G, S-8 | A, B, C, D, E, F, G, S-8 | Gates 21-24 |
| H to N | H, J, K, L, M, N | Gates 14-17 |
| N-1 to N-4 | N-1, N-2, N-3, N-4 | Gate 6 |
| N-5 to N-8 | N-5, N-6, N-7, N-8 | Gate 58 |
| EE to HH | EE, FF, GG, HH | Gates 47-49 |
| JJ to NN | JJ, KK, LL, MM, NN | Gates 51-53 |
Upper Level
| Sections | Sections | Gate(s) |
|---|---|---|
| NN-1 to NN-7 | NN-1, NN-2, NN-3, NN-4, NN-5, NN-6, NN-7 | Gate 3 or 7 |
| NN-8 to NN-14 | NN-8, NN-9, NN-10, NN-11, NN-12, NN-13, NN-14 | Gate 59 or 62 |
| SS-1 to SS-7 | SS-1, SS-2, SS-3, SS-4, SS-5, SS-6, SS-7 | Gate 36 or 38 |
| SS-8 to SS-14 | SS-8, SS-9, SS-10, SS-11, SS-12, SS-13, SS-14 | Gate 30 or 32 |
| U3 A to R | U3 + A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H, K, L, M, N, O, P, Q, R | Gate 7 or 30 |
| U4 AA to RR | U4 + AA, BB, CC, DD, EE, FF, GG, HH, JJ, KK, LL, MM, NN, PP, QQ, RR | Gate 38 or 59 |
| ADA-E | ADA-E | Gates 42 or 56 |
Touchless Metal Detectors
Alabama Athletics has purchased the new Ceia Opengate system. It is a touchless screening system designed for touchless screening interactions in the sport event industry. UA Athletics will be utilizing the system at numerous gates this upcoming football season. Â
Hand Sanitizer Dispensers
Hand sanitizer dispensers are installed throughout the facility, including one at each gate.
Concessions
Concession stands are located throughout the concourses of Bryant-Denny Stadium. In addition, the Crimson Crave trailer is set up along the Walk of Champions as a pre-entry dining option.
Cooling Stations
Cooling stations which include water monsters, fans, shaded seating, sunscreen, and first aid staff are located at the following locations:
- Lower Level (1st Floor): Sections G, AA & LL
- Lower Level (2nd Floor): Sections D, K, BB & MM
Water Monsters
Water Monsters featuring 150-gallon tanks of cold filtered water are located throughout Bryant-Denny Stadium to assist fans in staying cool and hydrated. Fans are permitted to bring empty, non-glass, bottles/cups inside to fill up at the various water stations. Small cups will also be provided next to the canister.
- Lower Level (1st Floor): Sections G, LL, AA & Gates 7, 30, 38, & 59
- Lower Level (2nd Floor): Sections D, K, BB, MM, S-8
- Upper Level (8th Floor): Sections NN-1, NN-14, SS-1, SS-14
Premium Areas
Premium area ticketholders, including Champions Club, Terrace Club, Ivory Club, North Zone, South Zone, Skyboxes and Field Suites, will receive their wristbands at the ground level after having their ticket scanned.
Restrooms
Restroom facilities will be regularly cleaned and disinfected with electrostatic sprayers prior to each game. During the game, restroom attendants will also regularly clean and disinfect flush valves and sink handles.
Crimson Tide Access
Fan upgrades offered in previous seasons through Crimson Tide Access will not be available for the 2021 football season.
See it, Hear it, Report it
Please assist Alabama Athletics in maintaining a safe and secure environment for all fans. If you notice any suspicious activity please report to the nearest University of Alabama police officer, or call 205-348-5620.
Guest Services Center
Alabama Athletics is committed to providing an exceptional experience for all guests who visit Bryant-Denny Stadium. Our Guest Services team can assist with facility issues, lost and found items, lost children, guest feedback, stadium directions and general information. Our Gameday Guest Services Help Line is available 2.5 hours prior to kick-off throughout the event.
Guest Services Help Line (call or text): 205-348-5620
Exterior Guest Service Tents: Gate 7, Gate 30, Gate 38, Gate 59
Interior Concourse Guest Service Kiosks
- Level 1: Sections C (Lost & Found Room), AA (near Student Plaza), & GG
- Level 8: Sections NN-14, SS-14
Gameday Central Webpage
For a detailed list of items relative to game-day needs at Bryant-Denny Stadium, visit. RollTide.com/FBGameday. This page features a variety of useful information including frequently searched items, ADA and family services, concessions, seating chart and an A-Z index.
Public Elevators
Guests needing assistance to any upper level seating area may utilize public elevators at gate 28, 41 and/or 55.
Guests with disabilities and/or mobility challenges are given priority to public elevators. Some elevators are used to move the media and working staff and will periodically be taken out of service for this purpose. To ensure the safe and efficient operation of the elevators, we ask our guests to follow the directions of the elevator operators and the elevator lobby attendants at all times.
Lower Level seating may only be accessed by internal ramps connecting the 1st and 2nd floors.
Nursing Stations
Private nursing stations are located near the following public seating areas:
Lower Level (1st Floor): Inside the First Aid Room, Section N
Upper Level (8th Floor): Section SS-11
Upper Level (8th Floor): Section NN-11
Crimson Tide Seats
Seatbacks for those ticketholders with bleacher seats can be ordered through Crimson Tide Seats.
For those bringing in personal seat/chair backs, please keep in mind seat backs, chair backs or stadium seats larger 16 inches in width or with zippers, pockets or compartments (including mesh material) are prohibited.
Tuska
Fans have a new photo opportunity when approaching Bryant-Denny Stadium this season with the addition of Tuska. Tuska, a 19-foot-tall, seven-ton bronze elephant statue that had resided at the NorthRiver Yacht Club for more than 20 years, was given to the University by The Westervelt Company and placed at the corner of University Boulevard and Wallace Wade Avenue. A generous gift from Bill and Mary Battle made the move possible.
Advanced Audio System
New for 2021 is an upgraded audio system that was installed throughout Bryant-Denny Stadium.
Student Terrace
A new student social area was added on the southeast side of Bryant-Denny Stadium on the ground level with upgraded concessions and charging stations.
Enlarged Videoboards
Prior to the 2020 season, new videoboards were installed in the four corners of Bryant-Denny Stadium, which are 60 percent larger than the previous boards.
Expanded Concourses
The concourses were expanded on the west upper deck prior to the 2020 season to better service those fans seated in this area, especially during ingress and egress.
Breeze Stations
Breeze stations include fans and shaded seating and are located at the following locations:
- Lower Level (1st Floor): Sections G, K, AA & LL
- Lower Level (2nd Floor): Sections D, K, N-1, EE, JJ && MM
