The University of Akron Athletics
2019 Football Promotions
Dates and promotions subject to change.
Season Long Promotions:
ZipsFest Presented by Summa Health: Two hours prior to each game, all kids and families are invited to the Stile Athletics Field House for ZipsFest presented by Summa Health. Kids can jump around on inflatable bounce houses and race through an inflatable obstacle course. A face painter will also be available. ZipsFest closes 15 minutes prior to kickoff.
Zippy's Kids Corner: Located by Gate 4, kids are invited to Zippy's Kids Corner to take pictures with the inflatable Zippy, toss a football, and make posters to cheer on the Zips. There will also be a face painter. Zippy's Kids Corner will close at the end of halftime.
Line Up Buddies: Youth groups can register their group to be Line Up Buddies for any home football game. Please contact Jay Miller at (330)972-6982 to sign up.
Single Game Promotions:
Dates and promotions subject to change.
Season Long Promotions:
ZipsFest Presented by Summa Health: Two hours prior to each game, all kids and families are invited to the Stile Athletics Field House for ZipsFest presented by Summa Health. Kids can jump around on inflatable bounce houses and race through an inflatable obstacle course. A face painter will also be available. ZipsFest closes 15 minutes prior to kickoff.
Zippy's Kids Corner: Located by Gate 4, kids are invited to Zippy's Kids Corner to take pictures with the inflatable Zippy, toss a football, and make posters to cheer on the Zips. There will also be a face painter. Zippy's Kids Corner will close at the end of halftime.
Line Up Buddies: Youth groups can register their group to be Line Up Buddies for any home football game. Please contact Jay Miller at (330)972-6982 to sign up.
Single Game Promotions:
 UAB
Saturday, September 7 |
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New Roo Run -All incoming freshmen are invited to run out onto the field with the team prior to kickoff. First 1000 freshmen will also receive a New Roo Run t-shirt. Hometown Heroes Day - Military and First Responders Appreciation Day -FREE tickets for all military members, veterans, and family members through the Tickets for Troops program. Valid military ID required. Limit 4 tickets per ID. |
 Troy
Saturday, September 21 |
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Band Day |
 Kent State
Saturday, October 12 |
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Homecoming Family Weekend  |
 Buffalo
Saturday, October 19 |
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Cub Scout Sleepover |
 Eastern Michigan
Tuesday, November 12 |
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 Ohio
Tuesday, November 26 |
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Senior Night -Pregame recognition on the field for the senior class. |
