The UNC football program will host its annual Spring Game this weekend. The Spring Game marks the end of the spring practice season and gives fans one last chance to see the team before the season begins in August.
Here’s everything Tar Heel fans need to know about this year’s game:
When?
The game will begin at 3 p.m., but a Fan Fest around the Bell Tower will begin at 1 p.m. and run through 2:30 p.m. The Fan Fest includes interactive games and music.
Where?
The Spring Game will be played in Kenan Stadium.
Tickets and fees?
No tickets are required for entry to the Spring Game and seating in Kenan Stadium is general admission. In addition, there is no fee for public parking in the following areas:
- Bell Tower Deck (ADA parking)
- Bowles Lot
- Cardinal Deck
- Craige Deck
- Jackson Deck
- Manning Lot
How to watch or listen?
97.9 The Hill will not be broadcasting the Spring Game, but you can watch it on ACC Network Extra, the streaming platform for ACC Network. The stream will be available through ESPN’s website, and you must enter your TV provider to access it.
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