NORFOLK, Va. – Over the next two weeks Old Dominion Athletics will announce the gameday activities for each of this year’s six home games. The fourth home game of the year is Homecoming against App State on Saturday, Oct. 25.
Game Info
The game time against the Mountaineers will be announced the Monday of the previous week with ESPN deciding the TV platform.
This is the sixth all-time meeting between the two schools with App State leading the series, 4-1.
We’re welcoming all alumni back to campus with special tailgate and ticket packages to make it a weekend to remember. In the spirit of Monarch pride and community impact, we’ll also be launching our Monarchs Give Back campaign — fans are encouraged to bring canned good donations to support local food banks. And with Halloween right around the corner, the day will also feature our festive ODU Spooktacular, with costume contests, trick-or-treating, and Halloween-themed fun throughout Kaufman Mall. It’s a can’t-miss celebration of school spirit, community, and spooky good times!
Kaufman Mall
The exciting pregame atmosphere returns at Kaufman Mall beginning four hours prior to kickoff. A local band will perform live on Kaufman Mall beginning four hours prior to kickoff. Stop by Kaufman Mall to enjoy the beer garden, the top food trucks in Virginia, games, and interactive experiences in the Kids Zone.
Stop by the ODU marketing tent for giveaways and special activations from our partners and stay tuned for additional programming. Two hand a half hours before kickoff, the Monarch March Band, under the direction of David Enloe, will get the crowd roaring with a 15-minute performance. Two hours and 15 minutes before kickoff, the football team will come through Kaufman Mall on their way to the stadium as fans lineup to cheer on the Monarch March to the stadium.
Full-service tailgating packages are available all season long right on Kaufman Mall — we’ll handle the setup and breakdown, you just show up and enjoy the game day vibes. Reserve your spot today at odusports.com/kaufman-fb-tailgate-packages.
Fan Vote
Help us decide what color Monarch Nation will wear on October 25 against App State! We’re leaving it up to the fans to pick the gameday color — White, Hudson, or Navy. Cast your vote by August 1. Click here to vote!
Tickets
Season tickets are they best way to secure the best seats and are currently available starting at $200 for one of the best home schedules in program history. Season tickets are available by clicking here. Home opponents include NCCU, Liberty, Coastal Carolina, App State, Troy and Georgia State
Interested in single game tickets? Sign up here to get on the waiting list!
Have a group of 10 or more interested in attending the game or a special experience? Submit your group interest form here and a member of our team will reach out.
Premium Seating options are available at S.B. Ballard Stadium for an upscale game day experience. Donations to the ODAF serve as qualifiers for other Hospitality Areas in the stadium as well for donors to enjoy. Very limited availability. Click here for more information or contact The ODAF Office at 757-683-6963 or email Ashley Vellines: avelline@odu.eduor ODAF@odu.edu.
With unbeatable sightlines and premium amenities for members, The Priority Automotive Club and the Cox Business Lounge offers ODU fans a comfortable, memorable, and unmatched gameday experience. Limited seating is still available, contact ODAF for more information.