As Kennesaw State Athletics prepares to welcome fans back to Fifth Third Bank Stadium this fall, here are 10 things to know prior to the football season-opener against Reinhardt University on Thursday, Sept. 2.
 

1. OWL WALK

The popular Owl Walk makes its return as a gameday tradition this fall. Welcome the football team to FifthThird Bank Stadium two hours prior to kickoff each game. Led by the KSU cheerleaders and Marching Owls, fans align Busbee Drive near the commuter bus stop and across from the Owls Nest to greet the football team.
 

2. OWL TOWN

A free pregame tailgate is back for Owl fans of all ages. Owl Town makes its return this season and will begin two-and-a-half hours before kickoff. Live bands, free food from J.D.'s BBQ, sponsor tents, and more will stretch George Busbee Parkway to add to the gameday atmosphere. For just the Reinhardt game, Owl Town's sponsored tents will be moved inside Fifth Third Bank Stadium after gates open due to the delayed road closure.
 

3. THE MARCHING OWLS

A beloved piece of a Kennesaw State gameday and an integral part of the Owl spirit, the Marching Owls, make their triumphant return to Fifth Third Bank Stadium for all KSU home games, and will travel to the Sept. 11 game at Georgia Tech.
 

4. DIGITAL TICKETS

Ticketing for all KSU home games will be digital. After hearing positive reviews from fans during the spring season, KSU will continue with a digital ticketing system for this season. For more information on how to download tickets to your phone, click here.
 
For more details and to purchase tickets, visit KSUOwls.com/Tickets or call the ticket office at 470-578-6957.
 
Student tickets are free for all regular season home games. Click here to access student tickets, which will be available each home game week starting Monday at 10 a.m. Student tickets for the Reinhardt game are already available!
 
Students can scan their student ID at the game if seats are still available.
 

5. PARKING

Fans are encouraged to prepay for parking by clicking here. Gameday parking will only be available in the Grey Lot for $20 and cashless. Click here for a parking map. The Black Lot is reserved for season parking passes.
 
Tailgating for the Fall 2021 season WILL be permitted. Normal tailgating policies will be enforced.
 
Student parking is located in the Green Lot at 3305 Busbee Drive. Student parking passes can be claimed and saved to their student ID once the ticket window opens each Monday. Parking passes for the Reinhardt game are already available. Students will need to claim a ticket for the game to reserve their spot in the Green Lot. If students do not claim in advance, they can scan their ID when they arrive if all the spots are already not claimed.
 

6. CLEAR BAG POLICY

In an effort to provide a safer environment, enhance fan experience and significantly expedite entry into Fifth Third Bank Stadium, Kennesaw State adheres by a clear bag policy. Bags that are clear plastic, vinyl or PVC and do not exceed 12" x 6" x 12" or one-gallon clear plastic freezer bag (Ziploc bag or similar) are permitted in the stadium. Individuals may also carry a small clutch purse, no larger than 4.5" x 6.5", with or without a handle or strap. All clear bags and clutch purses will be screened prior to entry into the venue. All bags and purses not meeting the above requirements will not be permitted. Although permitted, childcare items, including diapers, must also be carried in an approved clear bag. Bags needed for medical reasons will be allowed and will need to enter through Gate B to be checked.
 

7. STAY FOR 4 

The Stay For 4 scholarship presented by Cobb County Tractor Co. returns to Fifth Third Bank Stadium this year. Students can check-in via the new KSU Owls app at each home game at the start of the fourth quarter to be eligible to win one of two scholarships worth $2,000 each. In total, $20,000 in scholarship prizes will be award to Kennesaw State students this season.
 

8. ALCOHOL SALES

Beer, wine, and hard seltzers will be available for sale at KSU football games again this season. Alcohol sales will end at the start of the fourth quarter.
 

9. KSU OWLS APP

Kennesaw State Athletics is taking the next step to give its fans the best smartphone app experience. The new KSU Owls app, available now for Apple and Android, gives fans a comprehensive experience with a tap.
 
Click here to download the new app. The app serves as a one-stop-shop for team notifications, news, rosters, stats, social media feeds, broadcast links, tickets, gear and more.
 

10. BOOM!

A new KSU gameday tradition arrives in 2021. Sponsored and run by a rotating group of student organizations, a cannon will announce the team's entrance onto the field and celebrate each touchdown and field goal the Owls score this fall.
 

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