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Mobile Ticket Guide
Louisiana Tech Football
Your Gameday Starts Here
Tickets ready. Parking planned. Traditions mapped out. Find everything you need for a Saturday at Origin Bank Field at Joe Aillet Stadium.
Start here
Handle the essentials before you leave
The four links most fans need before arriving on campus.
Plan Parking
Review recommended arrival routes, permit requirements, accessible parking, public options and the current maps.
Road Map and ParkingCheck Your Bag
Know which clear bags, small clutches and medically necessary items are permitted.
Clear Bag PolicyFind Your Seat
Review stadium sections, student seating and accessible seating locations.
Stadium Seating MapGetting to campus
Use the recommended routes to stadium parking
Tech Drive is under construction. Approach campus from Interstate 20 using Exit 83 or Exit 85 and follow the alternate routes shown below.
The road map provides the recommended approach to the stadium area. Your final parking location and entry route may depend on your parking pass.
Coming from the west
Take I-20 Exit 83, turn right onto Tarbutton Road and then turn left onto West Alabama Avenue toward the stadium parking area.
Coming from the east
Take I-20 Exit 85, turn left onto Trenton Street/Highway 167 South and then turn right onto West Alabama Avenue toward the stadium parking area.
On gameday: Follow posted signs and directions from law enforcement and parking personnel. Traffic patterns may change as lots fill or event operations require.
Leaving after the game
Plan your exit before kickoff
Postgame traffic will use two exits. Due to construction, vehicles leaving stadium parking will not be permitted to travel down Stadium Boulevard and turn onto Tech Drive. Exit the stadium parking area directly onto Alabama Avenue.
- Expect postgame delays and allow additional time.
- Follow posted signs and directions from law enforcement and parking personnel.
- Traffic personnel may adjust routes as conditions change.
Postgame route summary
Exit directly onto Alabama Avenue
No Stadium Boulevard access to Tech Drive
Directions from traffic personnel supersede this summary.
Tech Trolley
Ride to and from the stadium
Fans without a stadium parking permit may park free on campus and ride the free Tech Trolley to the game.
- Before kickoff: Pickup is at Railroad Park and the corner of Everett Street and West Mississippi Avenue, with drop-off by the DAC.
- After the game: Pickup is at the DAC with return service to the campus stop and Railroad Park.
- Service hours: Service begins at 4:30 p.m. and continues until one hour after the game.
Around campus
Find the places that shape your gameday
Use this simplified campus map to locate venues, tailgating areas, ticket services, transportation stops and parking options referenced throughout the guide.
Use the color-coded key to identify gameday destinations and parking access. Follow posted signs and directions from parking and event personnel when you arrive.
Know before you go
What changes for this game
Review the opponent, promotions, featured food and other details specific to this home game.
Last updated: Sept. 1, 2026
Five things to know
- Kickoff is set for 6:30 p.m. Parking lots and tailgating open at 10:30 a.m.; plan to arrive early.
- New postgame exit pattern: Only two stadium parking exits will operate. Vehicles must exit toward Alabama Avenue; Stadium Boulevard will not provide access to Tech Drive.
- Bulldog Walk of Pride: 4:15 p.m. | Pregame Pep Rally: 4:25 p.m.
- Stadium gates, suites and DAC: Open at 5:00 p.m.
- Game features: High School Band Day, College of Liberal Arts guest coaches and former State Fair Court recognition.
This Game's Featured Concession Special
Cajun chicken pasta with bread.
$12 · $15 combo with drink
This week's $2 item
Popcorn is available for $2 at concessions.
Your Saturday
Build the day around the moments that matter
Plan your arrival around the most important fan-facing milestones of the day.
10:30 a.m.
Parking lots and tailgating open
Arrive, set up and begin your gameday.
12:30 p.m.
Campus Bookstore opens
Shop LA Tech merchandise at the Campus Bookstore from 12:30 to 5:30 p.m.
2:30 p.m.
Stadium Drive opens
Food, music and gameday activity begin four hours before kickoff.
3:00 p.m.
Bulldog Village Bookstore opens
The cashless Bulldog Village Bookstore is open from 3:00 to 5:30 p.m.
3:30 p.m.
West Side Football Ticket Office opens
Purchase tickets or get ticket assistance on the west side of the stadium.
3:30 p.m.
Bulldog Village opens
Food, music, vendors, bounce houses and family activities begin near Argent Pavilion. LA Tech Alumni at Argent Pavilion Menu: Dillas.
4:15 p.m.
Bulldog Walk of Pride followed by the Pregame Pep Rally
Welcome the team and be part of one of LA Tech's signature traditions.
4:30 p.m.
East Side Football Ticket Office opens
Purchase tickets or get ticket assistance on the east side of the stadium.
4:30 p.m.
Tech Trolley service begins
Before the game, service runs from Railroad Park and the corner of Everett Street and West Mississippi Avenue to the DAC. After the game, service runs from the DAC back to the campus stop and Railroad Park. Service continues until one hour after the game.
5:00 p.m.
Stadium gates, suites, DAC and stadium bookstores open
Have mobile tickets ready in your wallet and use the gate shown for your seating area. The Westside Bookstore remains open through the end of the third quarter. The Eastside Bookstore remains open through the beginning of the third quarter.
6:30 p.m.
Kickoff
Be in your seat early and Bark Louder.
What makes this game different
The complete gameday experience
Explore the promotions, recognitions and entertainment that make this Saturday unique.
Theme, Sponsor and Game Features
- Game sponsor: Century Next Bank
- Game theme: Hometown Heroes
- Additional designation: High School Band Day
- College of the Game: College of Liberal Arts
- Bulldog Village: Bounce houses and family activities + LA Tech Alumni in Argent Pavilion (Menu: Dillas)
Pregame Honors
- Bell ringer: Dr. Jim & Mrs. Tonia Henderson
- Honorary coin toss: LA Tech Police Department Chief Randal Hermes
- Invocation: Matt Slate • The Bridge Community Church
- National Anthem: Band of Pride
- Guest Coaches of the Game: College of Liberal Arts
- Pregame team runout: Blue Bloods and Ruston 7U/12U World Series champions
In-Game Entertainment
- Whataburger Bullseye on-field activation
- Walk-On's Field Goal attempt
- Whataburger 24 Points Activation for students in the Kennel
- Raising Cane's Caniac for a Maniac
- Johnny's Delivery of the Game in the Kennel
- Courtesy Chevrolet Helmet Shuffle
- Tech Me Out Selfies on the video board
Halftime and Performances
- Spirit of Northwestern Marching Band
- Band of Pride and visiting high school bands at halftime
- Regal Blues performance
- Cheer, Regal Blues and mascot features throughout the game
Game Giveaways
- Century Next Bank schedule fans
- Mini LA Tech flags
- Pepsi cooling towels on the east side only
- Schedule posters and schedule cards
- Season programs and game roster flip cards
- Stickers and face tattoos
Please note: Giveaways are available while supplies last.
Scheduled Recognitions
- Super One Foods First Kick Kid
- Game sponsor Century Next Bank
- College of the Game: College of Liberal Arts
- Former State Fair Court members recognition
- LTAC Member of the Game
- Veteran of the Game presented by Karl Malone Toyota
Champ's Kids Club
- Open to children ages 4–12
- $75 per child for the school year
- Includes the child's mobile season ticket to regular-season LA Tech home athletic events
- Parents, guardians and other guests must have their own valid tickets
Varsity Blue
- Open to young fans ages 13–18
- $99 per child for the school year
- Built for teenage LA Tech fans ready to deepen their connection to the Bulldogs and Lady Techsters
- Creates a place to stay involved in LA Tech Athletics and gameday experiences
Sensory and production effects
Game day production will use flashing lights, pyrotechnics, loud noises and music.
Fan favorite
Concession menu and pricing
Browse the core menu before entering the stadium. Offerings are generally available on both concourses, though selections may vary by stand.
Looking for this game's special? Rotating food specials appear in the weekly Know Before You Go update so the standard menu can remain consistent throughout the season.
View This Game's SpecialTickets and memberships
Every way into the game
Find ticket purchasing, student entry and gameday assistance in one place.
Single-Game Tickets
- Purchase tickets online before arriving
- Guests ages 4 and older must have a valid ticket
- Children ages 3 and younger enter free
Students and Blue Bloods
- Add the Student Access Pass to a mobile wallet before arriving
- Students enter at Gate 8 on the east side
- Student seating includes Sections M, N, O and P in "The Kennel"
- Registered Blue Bloods will receive Loyal Blue Rewards Points upon scanning in
- Use Louisiana Tech university sign-on, the same credentials used for Canvas and Workday
Ticket Office and Will Call
- Will Call for pre-purchased tickets opens at the Joe Aillet Stadium ticket office at 2:30 p.m.
- Only the person named on the ticket order may pick up the tickets.
- Photo identification is required for every Will Call order.
- West Side Football Ticket Office opens at 3:30 p.m.
- East Side Football Ticket Office opens at 4:30 p.m.
Plan your day
Choose the experience you need
I want the full Saturday
Start with tailgating, Bulldog Village and the Bulldog Walk of Pride before entering the stadium.
Explore TailgatingI'm bringing my family
Find Kids Club and Varsity Blue information, family-friendly activities, entry policies and nearby seating.
Explore Youth Fan ProgramsI'm traveling to Ruston
Book a hotel through LA Tech's official travel partner and make a weekend of gameday.
Book Your HotelAt the stadium
Quick answers once you arrive
Entry and Gates
Which side to use, when gates open and where students enter.
Read Entry DetailsAccessibility
Accessible seating, parking, companion seating and guest assistance.
Accessibility InformationFood and Drink
Where concessions are located and what guests may bring inside.
Concessions and BottlesGuest Services
Ticket help, medical assistance, lost items and lost children.
Get HelpSensory and production effects
Game day production will use flashing lights, pyrotechnics, loud noises and music.
Complete reference
Stadium policies and guest information
Choose a topic for entry, parking, bags, accessibility and other details that can help you prepare for the game.
Tickets, electronic scanning, gates and re-entry
Guests ages 4 and older must present a valid ticket for entry. Children ages 3 and younger enter free. Stadium gates open at 5:00 p.m. Box Seat ticket holders may enter through Gates 2 or 3 on the west side, where they will receive their Box Seat wristband. The wristband provides access to the fast-pass concession line. Tickets are electronically scanned and cannot be reused after entry. Re-entry is not permitted. A guest who must leave because of an emergency may request a medical pass-out at Gate 2 on the west side or Gate 6 on the west side before exiting. Purchase tickets only through the LA Tech Ticket Office or an authorized ticket source.
Ticket Help and FAQClear bags, bottles and permitted items
Each guest may bring one clear tote no larger than 12 inches by 6 inches by 12 inches or one one-gallon clear resealable storage bag. A small clutch or purse no larger than 4.5 inches by 6.5 inches may also be carried. Medically necessary bags and equipment are permitted after inspection; for football, bring them to Gate 4 or Gate 7. Seat cushions and chairbacks must be 18 inches wide or less and cannot include pockets, zippers, compartments or covers. Guests may bring one clear, empty commercial plastic bottle. Umbrellas are not permitted.
Complete Clear Bag PolicyParking, Tech Trolley and tailgating
Permit-controlled stadium lots require a printed parking pass displayed for entry. Parking staff will remove the stub when the vehicle enters. A vehicle cannot re-enter after the stub has been removed, and a pass with its stub already removed will not be accepted for entry. Fans without a permit may use designated free parking near the White Lot or park free on campus and ride the free Tech Trolley to the stadium. Parking lots and staffed tailgating open at 10:30 a.m. Keep tents, tables, chairs, grills and other equipment inside the assigned space and out of access lanes. Open wood fires, campfires and long-toss games are prohibited. Secure overhead items and take down canopies during windy conditions. All RVs must be parked at least three hours before kickoff, which is 3:30 p.m. for this game.
Parking Information and Lot MapComplete Tailgating InformationAccessibility, service animals and accommodations
Accessible parking areas are identified on the football parking map. Guests should display an official ADA parking permit when entering a designated area. Accessible seating is located in Sections B, I and O. When available, accessible seating may be purchased in advance or exchanged through the LA Tech Ticket Office. Service dogs assisting guests with disabilities are permitted and must remain under the handler's control. Emotional support animals and other animals are not permitted.
View Accessible Parking on the MapCall the Ticket Office: 318-257-3631Alcohol, concessions, outside food and water
Outside food and beverages are not permitted. Guests may bring one clear, empty commercial plastic bottle; frozen bottles and other beverage containers are prohibited. Water fountains are located on the west concourse behind Sections C and G, and water stations will be available on both concourses. Guests purchasing or consuming alcohol must be at least 21. No more than two alcoholic beverages may be purchased per ID at one time. Intoxicated or alcohol-impaired guests may be refused admission, and alcohol purchased inside the stadium must remain inside.
View Concession PricesConduct, prohibited activities and facility rules
Weapons, explosives, fireworks, controlled substances, drones, laser pointers, thrown objects and unauthorized noisemakers are prohibited. Reasonably sized hand-held banners and signs are permitted when they can be stored beneath a seat and do not obstruct another guest; objectionable or unapproved materials and large flags or flagpoles are prohibited. Guests may not enter the field, block aisles or concourse walkways, or conduct unauthorized sales or solicitation. Smoking and vaping are prohibited on university property except inside personal vehicles. Personal cameras are permitted when they do not obstruct another guest; tripods, large commercial equipment and video cameras are prohibited. Public-address announcements are made only for emergencies.
Restrooms, ATMs, strollers and merchandise
Restrooms are located behind Sections C and G on the west concourse and Sections M and Q on the east concourse. ATMs are located behind Section E on the west concourse and Section O on the east concourse. Strollers are permitted inside the stadium and must be parked in the designated stroller parking areas at Gate 1 or Gate 4. Strollers may not be left in aisles, walkways or behind seating areas. Official LA Tech merchandise is available from the stadium bookstore. Unauthorized merchandise sales are prohibited.
Lost children and Lost and Found
Report a missing child to the nearest police officer. Lost children will be escorted to the nearest ticket booth on the east or west side of the stadium. Lost items may be turned in or claimed at either stadium ticket office. After the game, remaining items are taken to the Athletics Facilities Office in the Thomas Assembly Center. For postgame Lost and Found assistance, call 318-257-4111.
Weather, medical help and emergencies
Umbrellas are not permitted, so guests should bring appropriate rain gear when needed. During severe weather, instructions will be provided through the public-address system and stadium video board. Medical and safety personnel are assigned to the stadium. For assistance during a medical emergency, notify the nearest usher, LA Tech staff member or police officer.
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