Alcorn State University has released the official game day protocol for the football game against Southern University on Saturday, Nov. 8, 2025, which is set for a 3 p.m. kickoff. The university is enhancing security measures to ensure the safety and well-being of the campus community, which remains the highest priority.

Fans are strongly encouraged to purchase parking passes and tickets online, plan to arrive early, and use the provided complimentary shuttle service.

The campus will open for general parking at 5 a.m. on Saturday, Nov. 8, with signage indicating accessible parking areas as fans approach. For fans seeking a closer option, the airstrip behind the stadium will be accessible from Highway 552 at a reduced rate of $20 per vehicle. General Tailgate passes are the only passes sold at the main entry gate and cost $65. General Parking is available for $35 at the Special Event Parking Lot via Highway 552, or at the back entrance for additional general parking, but General Parking passes do not grant access to the tailgate areas around the stadium. All transactions for parking and tickets are cashless, so fans should be prepared to use credit or debit cards for purchases. Stadium gates will open three hours before kickoff.

Note: Fans are encouraged to download their digital tickets or parking passes before entering campus due to unpredictable cellular connectivity. All guests must also adhere to the Clear Bag Policy.

Game day details and procedures
Alcorn State University prides itself on maintaining a “family atmosphere” during athletic events. To support this, fans are encouraged to be mindful of their music choices to avoid being offensive, and vulgar lyrics are prohibited in tailgating areas.

Parking and Arrival:

  • Season RVs may arrive Thursday, Nov. 6, at noon.
  • Overflow RVs and those setting up a Tailgate may arrive Friday, Nov. 7, starting at noon. Tailgate setup is permitted from noon to 6 p.m. Friday.
  • The main entry gate allows entry only for those with passes for General Tailgate, Reserved Tailgate, VIP Parking, Premium Parking, Bus/RVs, and ADA Parking.
  • The designated ADA parking lot is located across the street from the stadium, and transport services are available by notifying a university event employee.

Campus Mobility and Safety:

  • The university permits the use of golf carts during athletic events, but they are restricted from traveling through the VIP parking lot from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.
  • ATVs and extremely large side-by-side vehicles are not allowed on campus.
  • For safety concerns, children under 16 years old are restricted from driving golf carts.
  • Fans are encouraged to report any suspicious activity to the Department of Campus Police at 601-877-3000.

Post-Game Exit Protocols:

  • Visitors in General Parking and General Tailgate areas must begin exiting campus one hour after the game concludes.
  • Reserved Tailgate visitors must exit within two hours of post-game.
  • All equipment and vehicles must be removed upon departure, and RV lots will close at noon Sunday.
  • Guests are responsible for properly disposing of trash and ash and must avoid dumping in drains or landscaping.

Student Information:

  • Beginning Friday, Nov. 7, only students with the appropriate residential decal will be allowed to access residential parking.
  • On Nov. 8, the campus will be a “walking campus” from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. for students, and all student cars must remain parked. The back gate will close at 5 p.m.

For more information about game day protocols and ticketing, visit the Alcorn State University Athletics website at alcornsports.com.