Many roads around campus will close for game day, and parking will be extremely limited. We strongly recommend leaving your car behind and using rideshares or public transportation — like Uber, Lyft or South Bend’s Transpo bus service — whenever possible.
We also recommend taking a self-guided campus tour before or after the Bronco Bash at Embassy Suites, since you’ll already be so close to campus.
Events on Friday, Oct. 3
Cross Country Meet
Get in the Bronco spirit and watch Boise State’s cross country team compete in the Joe Piane Notre Dame Invitational. Watch the following events at the Notre Dame Golf Course on the southwest corner of campus:
9:50 a.m. | Women’s Blue Division: 5,000 meters
10:30 a.m. | Men’s Blue Division: 8,000 meters
Football Fridays
Join the Notre Dame Alumni Association for food, fun and interviews with iconic university faces. This event takes place from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Eck Visitors Center, next to the Hammes Notre Dame Bookstore. Admission is free.
Bronco Bash | SOLD OUT
Ticket holders can meet us at the Bronco Bash the night before the big game! Enjoy dinner, refreshments and a program — and don’t forget to pick up your free game day swag. Our event starts at 4 p.m. at Embassy Suites across from Notre Dame Stadium.
Irish Jam Presented by Under Armour
Help Notre Dame kick off their 2025-26 men’s and women’s basketball season with an Irish Jam, presented by Under Armour. Join fans at Eddy Street Commons, across from the Notre Dame campus, for local mini basketball tournaments from noon to 4 p.m. and the main event at 6 p.m. This outdoor event is free and open to the public.
Midnight Drummers’ Circle
Stay caffeinated for a Notre Dame football tradition that will leave you energized for game day. Gather at the Main Building on campus and enjoy the Notre Dame Drumline perform from 11:59 p.m. to 12:30 a.m.