Wildcat Alley
Wildcat Alley is Northwestern Football's designated fan fest area for a family fun experience, open before every home game! Admission to Wildcat Alley is free.
Wildcat Alley is located on the turf field north of the East Lot adjacent to Ryan Field.
Wildcat Alley is open for the 2023 football season!
Gameday Timeline
3 hours prior to kick-off - Wildcat Alley opens
60 min. prior to kick-off - Northwestern Marching Band performs
• FOOD
- Food - All fans can enjoy something from our concessions stand.
- Picnic Tables - Take a seat at our picnic tables located in the heart of Wildcat Alley to enjoy your meal or take a break from the action.
• ENTERTAINMENT
- NU Marching Band - The Northwestern Marching Band performs at Wildcat Alley approximately 60 minutes before kick-off!
- Lawn Games - Challenge your friends in some of our lawn games including bags, ladder ball, and giant Connect Four!
- Face Painting/Airbrush Tattoos - Nothing says "Go 'Cats" quite like a painted face or airbrush tattoos! Fans of all ages can gear up with a free face painting provided by Making Faces Chicago starting two and a half hours prior to kickoff.
• ADDITIONAL ATTRACTIONS
- Gameday Spirits - Your one-stop shop for 'Cats gear is Let's Tailgate! Visit their trailer in Wildcat Alley to stock up on Under Armour merchandise and Wildcats gear.
- Restrooms - The nearest restrooms are located in the East Lot adjacent to Ryan Field.
- Marketing Table - Learn more about Northwestern Athletics by visiting the purple marketing table.
- Sponsor Tents - Take advantage of great giveaways, exclusive deals, and interactive activities by visiting our sponsors' booths throughout Wildcat Alley.
