For the first time, the Rocky Mountain Showdown (the contentious CU vs. CSU football game) presented by Prestige Audi is moving to Friday, with a kick-off at 7 p.m. under the lights at Sports Authority Field at Mile High. The all-Colorado football classic pits the CU Buffaloes against the CSU Rams for Centennial State bragging rights.
New this year, the “Fan 4-pack” is available for $99, and includes four tickets to the game, four sodas and four hot dogs. In addition, individual tickets start at $25, and can be purchased at www.RockyMountainShowdown.com.
Here’s the lowdown on the showdown:
* The CSU Alumnae Association will kick off the festivities at 5:30 p.m. at Lodo’s Bar & Grill in downtown Denver. Fans can sport their green and gold for photos in the photo booth, and rally with elite DJ’s, CAM the Ram and the CSU cheer squad, while taking in the Rocky Mountain sunset at one of Denver’s top rooftop bars.
* Colorado State University Tailgate Party: Join CAM the Ram, the CSU marching band and the spirit squad for a tailgating event to gear up for the big game. A food ticket costs $25 for members (Alumni Association, Ram Club and RAAA), $30 for non-members and $15 for children 12 and under. Register online.
* University of Colorado Tailgate Party: CU Buffs fans can party in Lot C (look for the giant, 20-foot inflatable buffalo “Ralphie”) at a family-friendly tailgate party prior to kick-off. The pregame event features music, entertainment, games, Ralphie, the marching band, Chip, cheerleaders and plenty of giveaways for CU fans. Food and beverages will be available for purchase.
After a coin toss officiated by Colorado Gov. John Hickenlooper and school officials, kickoff is scheduled at 7 p.m. Halftime will feature cheerleader dance routines, both teams’ marching bands and much more. Denver Mayor Michael B. Hancock and game officials will deliver the Centennial Cup to the winning team at the end the Showdown.
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