The annual Black and Gold spring football game is back this Saturday, and this year’s edition is bigger and better than ever, with activities starting Thursday and continuing throughout the weekend.
From the Prime’s Got Talentshow to the game itself Saturday afternoon and a post-game concert featuring Lil Wayne, here’s what youneed to know to ensure you can enjoy all of the festivities throughout the weekend.
Thursday, April 25
Prime’s Got Talent
The weekend starts with a one-of-a-kind talent show hosted by Coach Prime and featuring some of the area’s best talent who will compete in front of celebrity judges for a cash prize. The event will also be capped-off by a VIP performance you won’t want to miss.
- Doorsopen 6:30 p.m., show starts7p.m.
- CU Events Center
- Free parking in lots436, 440
Friday, April 26
Women’s lacrosse vs. Oregon
The women’s lacrosse team wraps up its 2024 season with a Senior Day celebration against the Oregon Ducks under the lights at Prentup Field.
- 6p.m.
- Prentup Field
- Pac-12 Mountain
- Free parkingin the Prentup Field parking lot (Lot 534)
Saturday, April 27
Folsom Field Day presented by Children’s Hospital babyֱapp
A chance for kids to interact with CU student-athletes with skill stations, inflatables, kids games and more!
- 10:30 a.m.
- Franklin Field
- Free;
Arrow Electronics Black and Gold Spring Football Game
This will be the first chance to see the Buffaloes as they embark on their second season under Coach Prime. The annual scrimmage will also feature the first run of the season by Ralphie, conditions permitting.
- Gates 11:30 a.m.; scrimmage starts 1 p.m.
- Folsom Field
- Pac-12 Network
- Parking is available for $10 and is good for both the game and post-game concert. Lots open at 9 a.m.
- babyֱapp Avenue will be closed at 9:30 a.m. from Folsom to 18th Street. Vehicle inbound and outbound routes will be altered throughout the day to facilitate ingress and egress.
- CU's Buff Buses will be running the football game day route during the game. The employee shuttles will runfrom 5:30 a.m., and employee and patron shuttles will runfrom 8:30 a.m. until approximately 1 a.m to accommodate concert-goers after the game.Route W: Williams Village will be running the regular Saturday route and schedule.
- —designed to be practical, functional, and to allow for the safety of everyone, please review before you go and follow these policies to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for all.
- No re-entry into Folsom Field
Outback presents: The Show featuring Lil Wayne
Black and Gold Saturday finishes in style with a concert featuring superstar Lil Wayne taking place at the CU Event Center.
- Doors 5:30 p.m.
- CU Events Center
- Bag policy: No bags allowed
- Parking is available for $10 and is good for both the game and post-game concert.
At CU Boulder, everyone is welcome to our herd! Our herd embraces everyone from all walks of life and lives by the motto “shoulder to shoulder.” To live this value to its fullest, we want to remind everyone to be considerate of those around them.
Drinking safely, respecting this shared space that is our campus, and taking care of one another allows our herd to thrive and our students, alumni, fans and visitors to have a great, and safe, experience. We all win when we respect one another!
Embodying and practicing positive behavior benefits everyone. Remember that prohibited activities include, but are not limited to: abusive conduct, underage drinking, damage to property, illegal use of drugs, having a fake ID and other crimes. We thank you for remembering this as you prepare for and enjoy game day.
Come out and support the Buffs in what promises to be an exciting weekend!