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Premium Seating Options And Enhanced Concessions Experiences Highlight New Fan Amenities At Scheumann Stadium This Fall
August 27, 2024 | Football, Cardinal Varsity Club
MUNCIE, Ind. – New fan experiences are planned for five home football dates at Scheumann Stadium this fall, including a new concessions experience that will feature several food truck options inside and outside of the stadium.
Action at "The Scheu" kicks off next week, Saturday, Sept. 7, when Ball State hosts Missouri State to begin the 100th season of Ball State Football. Kickoff is scheduled for 2:00 p.m., but surrounding festivities begin when tailgate parking opens at 11:00 a.m. – three hours before kickoff.
Throughout 2024, visitors to Scheumann Stadium will be treated with sights and sounds of the Cardinals' 100 years of history, including six Mid-American Conference championships, 11 bowl games and an unbeaten season in 1949. Fans will be treated to memories showcasing each decade of Ball State Football, and have the opportunity to welcome greats from the past who visit during each game. In addition, fans in and out of Scheumann Stadium will have the chance to vote on their favorite players as part of the Ball State Football All-Century Team presented by Gainbridge.
ENHANCED CONCESSIONS
The new concessions experience in 2024 is focused on quality products, convenience of locations, access to beer and alcohol, and specialty items including a new local favorite – Parlor Doughnuts! Food trucks will be located in CharlieTown outside the venue, as well as just inside Gate 5 to accent a new access point for fans on the southeast corner of the stadium. Aimed at aiding customer service throughout the stadium, food trucks from local restaurants and vendors will feature specialty menus tailored to the die-hard Ball State football fan.
Adult Cardinal fans will still have access to the Chirp!Chirp! Cherry Shakeup, a refreshing cocktail distilled by Hi & Mighty. The Cardinal Red cherry citrus beverage complements Charlie Cream Ale, the official craft beer of Ball State Athletics made by Guardian Brewing Company.
PREMIUM SEATING OPPORTUNITIES FOR FRIENDS, FAMILIES AND BUSINESS PARTNERS
Scheumann Stadium offers some of the best premium seating options in the MAC, offering 10-25 person suites that include tailgate passes and catered food & beverage. Suites along the western rim of the stadium are available for the full season or for single games, with packages starting at $1,500 per game.
The Cardinal Varsity Club offers its own premium seating option with covered, outdoor seating from its marquee viewing area between the 30-yard lines. CVC club seating offers private concessions and restrooms for a $1,500 account donation and less than $500 per game.
Added last season, the newest and most visible premium seating option features a series of luxury outdoor suites that replicate the suite experience elsewhere in the stadium. Equipped with a bar to satisfy four tented suites beneath the stadium videoboard, each tent includes couches and seating for up to 12 fans, a catered menu and an unobstructed view of the action, just above the grassy berm beyond the north endzone. Single-game opportunities remain for each of the outdoor suites. Suites may be reserved by contacting Tyler Worley directly at 765-285-1550.
EXPANDED CHARLIETOWN AND THE CARDINAL WALK
CharlieTown remains the hub of pregame activity at Ball State football games, anchored by tailgating around the Alumni Center with color and sound provided by the Pride of Mid-America Marching Band, Code Red Dancers, the Ball State cheer squad, a DJ and fun with inflatables for kids of all ages. The pregame atmosphere is highlighted by pep rallies with Charlie Cardinal and the University President. The Cardinal Walk is a tradition that features the arrival of the Ball State team as buses arrive on Cardinal Way, next to CharlieTown. Players and staff exit the buses and make their way past CharlieTown as they walk into the stadium. The Cardinal Walk takes place before every home game two hours before kickoff.
CharlieTown is expanded this year with the addition of food trucks and the combination of student activities including yard games and music. CharlieTown welcomes fans for the Cardinals' first three home games this season.
CONCOURSE ENHANCEMENTS
Added to the concourse and club level, attractive photo backdrop stands allow fans to engage with photos including friends and family. A 3D "CHIRP! CHIRP!" sign, in addition to other Cardinals-themed backgrounds, allows fans to be the center of attention, with spaces designated for "meet-and-greet" opportunities with athletic teams and Charlie Cardinal before games.
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Action at "The Scheu" kicks off next week, Saturday, Sept. 7, when Ball State hosts Missouri State to begin the 100th season of Ball State Football. Kickoff is scheduled for 2:00 p.m., but surrounding festivities begin when tailgate parking opens at 11:00 a.m. – three hours before kickoff.
Throughout 2024, visitors to Scheumann Stadium will be treated with sights and sounds of the Cardinals' 100 years of history, including six Mid-American Conference championships, 11 bowl games and an unbeaten season in 1949. Fans will be treated to memories showcasing each decade of Ball State Football, and have the opportunity to welcome greats from the past who visit during each game. In addition, fans in and out of Scheumann Stadium will have the chance to vote on their favorite players as part of the Ball State Football All-Century Team presented by Gainbridge.
ENHANCED CONCESSIONS
The new concessions experience in 2024 is focused on quality products, convenience of locations, access to beer and alcohol, and specialty items including a new local favorite – Parlor Doughnuts! Food trucks will be located in CharlieTown outside the venue, as well as just inside Gate 5 to accent a new access point for fans on the southeast corner of the stadium. Aimed at aiding customer service throughout the stadium, food trucks from local restaurants and vendors will feature specialty menus tailored to the die-hard Ball State football fan.
Adult Cardinal fans will still have access to the Chirp!Chirp! Cherry Shakeup, a refreshing cocktail distilled by Hi & Mighty. The Cardinal Red cherry citrus beverage complements Charlie Cream Ale, the official craft beer of Ball State Athletics made by Guardian Brewing Company.
PREMIUM SEATING OPPORTUNITIES FOR FRIENDS, FAMILIES AND BUSINESS PARTNERS
Scheumann Stadium offers some of the best premium seating options in the MAC, offering 10-25 person suites that include tailgate passes and catered food & beverage. Suites along the western rim of the stadium are available for the full season or for single games, with packages starting at $1,500 per game.
The Cardinal Varsity Club offers its own premium seating option with covered, outdoor seating from its marquee viewing area between the 30-yard lines. CVC club seating offers private concessions and restrooms for a $1,500 account donation and less than $500 per game.
Added last season, the newest and most visible premium seating option features a series of luxury outdoor suites that replicate the suite experience elsewhere in the stadium. Equipped with a bar to satisfy four tented suites beneath the stadium videoboard, each tent includes couches and seating for up to 12 fans, a catered menu and an unobstructed view of the action, just above the grassy berm beyond the north endzone. Single-game opportunities remain for each of the outdoor suites. Suites may be reserved by contacting Tyler Worley directly at 765-285-1550.
EXPANDED CHARLIETOWN AND THE CARDINAL WALK
CharlieTown remains the hub of pregame activity at Ball State football games, anchored by tailgating around the Alumni Center with color and sound provided by the Pride of Mid-America Marching Band, Code Red Dancers, the Ball State cheer squad, a DJ and fun with inflatables for kids of all ages. The pregame atmosphere is highlighted by pep rallies with Charlie Cardinal and the University President. The Cardinal Walk is a tradition that features the arrival of the Ball State team as buses arrive on Cardinal Way, next to CharlieTown. Players and staff exit the buses and make their way past CharlieTown as they walk into the stadium. The Cardinal Walk takes place before every home game two hours before kickoff.
CharlieTown is expanded this year with the addition of food trucks and the combination of student activities including yard games and music. CharlieTown welcomes fans for the Cardinals' first three home games this season.
CONCOURSE ENHANCEMENTS
Added to the concourse and club level, attractive photo backdrop stands allow fans to engage with photos including friends and family. A 3D "CHIRP! CHIRP!" sign, in addition to other Cardinals-themed backgrounds, allows fans to be the center of attention, with spaces designated for "meet-and-greet" opportunities with athletic teams and Charlie Cardinal before games.
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