Game Day Themes & Promotions
There’s more than just football at CEFCU Stadium! Every game day brings a unique theme, special activities, and memorable experiences for fans of all ages.
- Sept. 12 vs. Cal Poly: Roll With Us on Opening Night & Sparta Kickoff Fest presented by Modelo – A celebration of San Jose’s iconic automotive heritage, watch the students rush the field in "The Charge," taste regional craft brews and BBQ, and celebrate LatinX Heritage Night.
Please note - Purchase of a Sparta Kickoff Fest ticket also includes your game ticket. Kickoff Fest Ticket packages can be purchased here. If you have season tickets and would like to purchase a Kickoff Fest ticket, please call the box office at 408-924-7589.
- Sept. 19 vs. Fresno State: Battle for the Valley & Bay Area Sports Night presented by Habbas Law – The rivalry returns! Join us as we celebrate with some of the Bay Area’s favorite local professional franchises, the night also serves as a massive youth sports celebration. Plus, local high schools join us for Band Day and we honor Pacific Islander Heritage Night.
- Oct. 9 vs. Wyoming: Homecoming 2026 – Welcome back, Alumni! Celebrate the 20th anniversary of our 2006 New Mexico Bowl Team and bring the kids to Sammy Spartan’s pre-game Birthday Bash.
- Oct. 31 vs. New Mexico: Trick or Treat with the Spartans & Youth Spirit Day presented by Rotten Robbie – A spooky and fun Halloween game! Pre-game trick-or-treating for families and an on-field halftime show featuring our local youth dance and cheer stars.
- Nov. 7 vs. Northern Illinois: Parent & Family Weekend & Brew & Vine – Bring the family out for our exclusive pre-game wine tasting event, alongside our Military & First Responders Salute to Service.
- Nov. 21 vs. UNLV: Student & Campus Appreciation – Celebrating our roots with Faculty & Staff Appreciation, Native American Heritage Day, Extra Yards for Teachers, and a giveaway-packed Student Appreciation Day!
- Nov. 27 vs. North Dakota State: Senior Day & Black Friday Specials presented by CEFCU – Honor our seniors in the home finale and score the best deals of the season!
Join Us At the Pregame Spartan Block Party
Arrive early for every San Jose State Football game day and join us for this long-standing family affair, featuring food trucks, ice cold beverages, and family-friendly games to make for a great stop on your way into CEFCU Stadium.
The pregame Block Party will be open 3 hours before kickoff and will close 30 minutes prior to kickoff. The Block Party is located at the Spartan Soccer Complex and Admission is FREE!
A Game Day For Everyone
With our new fan-friendly pricing model, Spartan Football is now accessible to the entire San Jose Community. Families, alumni, students, and first-time fans all in one place, with single game tickets in the lower level starting as low as $25!
