University of North Carolina Athletics
ACC Championship Game Information
November 21, 2015 | Football
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In its sixth year in Charlotte, the Dr Pepper Atlantic Coast Conference Football Championship Game will be a prime time experience in Charlotte with either a 7:45 p.m. kickoff on ESPN or an 8 p.m. kickoff on ABC on Saturday, December 5.
Date: Saturday, Dec. 5
Time: 7:45 or 8 p.m.
Location: Charlotte, N.C.
TV: ESPN or ABC
Stadium: Bank of America
Tickets: Rams Club donors and current season ticket holders will have first priority and may request tickets until Tuesday, Nov. 24 at 5 p.m. If available, tickets will go on sale to the public on Saturday Nov. 28 on 10 a.m. on GoHeels.com.
Student Tickets: The top Carolina Fever students may request tickets until the deadline of Tuesday, Nov. 24 at 5 p.m. Other UNC students will have the opportunity to purchase tickets at 10 a.m. on Saturday Nov. 28.
Coverage & Social Media Information
Fans can find complete coverage of the weekend and join in the conversation by liking the ACC's official Facebook page; following @theACC and @theACCFootball on Twitter; following @ACCsports on Instagram and Snapchat or by searching for #ACCFCG. All of the ACC Digital Network's Must See Moments and Game Highlights will also be available on theACC.com and on the ACC Sports Mobile and Tablet App.
ACC Gameday App
The Official ACC Championship App can be found as a free download in the Apple iTunes and Google Play stores. The app is the go-to resource for fans attending the game by offering a more complete experience with in-depth game coverage, event guide, maps, social streams, live stats, news and video. The app is available for download on Apple (http://apple.co/1SAFDTj) and Android (http://bit.ly/1S1Yaba).
ACC FanFest
ACC FanFest will take place Saturday, Dec. 5, with live music, games and entertainment outside Bank of America Stadium. ACC FanFest, located adjacent to Bank of America Stadium and centered at the intersection of Mint and Graham Streets, is the ultimate pregame activity. Fans of all ages can get into the spirit of ACC Football with interactive games and Corporate Champion attractions, team mascots, food and beverage, autograph signings, game merchandise, giveaways and general family fun. The event is free to the public and runs from noon until 7 p.m. Highlighting the afternoon will be live performances by award-winning country music artists Dustin Lynch and Tyler Farr.
Bank of America Stadium Policies
The following policies will be in effect for the 2015 Dr Pepper Atlantic Coast Conference Football Championship Game, each of which mirrors those in place for NFL games at Bank of America Stadium:
Stadium Security
A 'clear bag' policy will be enforced. Bank of America Stadium encourages fans to arrive early and refrain from bringing any type of bags to game. Mirroring the policy that's in place at NFL games, fans will be able to carry the following style and size bag, package, or container at stadium plaza areas, stadium gates, or when approaching queue lines of fans awaiting entry into the stadium:
- • Bags that are clear plastic, vinyl or PVC and do not exceed 12" x 6" x 12."
- • One-gallon clear plastic freezer bag (Ziploc bag or similar).
- • Small clutch bags, approximately the size of a hand, or 4.5" x 6.5" with or without a handle or strap, may be carried into the stadium along with one of the clear bag options.
- • Closed cell seat cushions without zippers or clasps will be permitted.
- • An exception will be made for medically necessary items after proper inspection at the gate.
- • There will be express lanes for patrons without bags.
Security remains a priority for ACC events. The league, Carolina Panthers and Bank of America Stadium will continue to work closely with law enforcement to maintain a secure environment.
Game Sold Out
The 2015 Dr Pepper Atlantic Coast Conference Football Championship Game is sold out. This will mark the third time that the Dr Pepper ACC Football Championship has sold out at Charlotte's Bank of America Stadium since the venue began hosting the event five years ago. Overall, the five ACC title games held in Charlotte prior to this year have attracted a total of 343,334 fans for an average attendance of 68,667. Since 2010, the ACC ranks second among all conferences in total attendance and average attendance at its football championship game.
Game Tickets
With this year's game expected to have a capacity crowd, individuals are cautioned against purchasing tickets from unauthorized sources. The Bank of America Stadium Ticket Office, Ticketmaster (ticketmaster.com), the participating team ticket offices, Charlotte Sports Foundation, as well as the ACC's ticketing partners Rhino Sports and PrimeSport (the official hospitality provider of the Dr Pepper ACC Football Championship Game) are the only authorized sellers.
Many counterfeit tickets may look genuine, but contain a barcode that is no longer valid or designed for another event. The Bank of America Stadium Ticket Office will not be able to assist fans who have purchased counterfeit or voided tickets with being admitted to the game or receiving a refund.
Alcohol Sales
The sale of beer and wine to those of legal age will be extended to all ticketed patrons. These beverages have been sold in premium areas at ACC Championship events for several years.
As schools across the country have introduced sales to their athletic events, there has been no indication of an increase in alcohol-related incidents, and some have reported a decrease. The alcohol policy enforced by the Carolina Panthers at NFL games will be in effect for the 2015 Dr Pepper ACC Football Championship Game.
Please go here for a detailed list of Bank of America Stadium policies and information.
