Fighting Illini Football: Weather Contingency Plans Announced for Northwestern Game
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. – Illinois Athletics has issued a weather update for Saturday’s football game against Northwestern at Gies Memorial Stadium, advising fans of adjustments due to the forecasted winter conditions. Despite the inclement weather, the game remains scheduled for its original 6:30 p.m. CT kickoff on FOX, and all parking lots, tailgating areas, and stadium entrances will operate as usual.
The approaching winter weather necessitates proactive planning for attendees.While all parking lots will be accessible beginning at 7 a.m. CT,fans holding passes for grass lots 31,42,45,and 47 are strongly encouraged to utilize paved lots 33 or 49,where their season parking passes will be honored. Individuals choosing to park in grass lots assume duty for any potential vehicle assistance expenses.
A key pregame tradition has been modified: the Illini Walk has been cancelled for Saturday, November 29th. Illinois Athletics continues to monitor the evolving weather situation and will provide further updates if necessary.Fans can access a detailed parking map at https://fightingillini.com/sports/2023/6/1/football-parking-information.aspx.
