Conference network
ESPN and FOX family carries the early windows that national bundles treat as an add-on tier.
Big 12 football
Utah Utes
Salt Lake City, Utah - Rice-Eccles Stadium - Crimson and White - Swoop
A mountain-view stadium with a light-rail stop at the gate and ski country 45 minutes up the canyon.
A mountain-view stadium with a light-rail stop at the gate and ski country 45 minutes up the canyon.
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- Stadium
- Rice-Eccles Stadium
- Capacity
- 51,444
- Opened
- 1927
- Conference
- Big 12
How to watch
Broadcast and streaming
A mix of conference network windows and national afternoon or night slots, with more exposure in ranked seasons.
National windows
Marquee matchups move to national broadcast partners, usually announced 12 days out.
Out-of-market
A live TV bundle that includes the conference network is the simplest single subscription.
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Stream Utah games on Fubo
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Tickets
What tickets actually cost you in planning
Evergreen demand patterns, not a live price feed. Verify current inventory at the source before you book travel.
- Demand has grown with the program's rise; plan ahead for ranked opponents, though a normal non-conference weekend is still reachable.
- The TRAX red line stops at the stadium and is the easiest way in and out, avoiding the post-game lot crush entirely.
- The Guardsman Way lots are the main tailgate scene and open several hours before kickoff.
Where to sit
The closed bowl puts the Wasatch Range over the east rim. Night games get cold quickly once the sun drops behind the west deck.
Traditions
What makes a Utah Saturday different
Ute drum and eagle staff
The pregame ceremony reflects the program's formal relationship with the Ute Indian Tribe and opens the game.
Swoop's entrance
The mascot's pregame routine near the tunnel draws a crowd well before kickoff.
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College apparel for game day and the office, with in-store pickup at most locations.
Attend
Games to plan around
College Football
Holy War: BYU vs Utah
- When
- Typically early season
- Venue
- LaVell Edwards Stadium, Provo, Utah
Coverage: Big 12 broadcast partners and national windows, announced about two weeks out
Salt Lake City is the practical airport for both campuses. Provo lodging sells out first, so book the valley and drive south.
College Football
Colorado vs Utah
- When
- October or November
- Venue
- Folsom Field, Boulder, Colorado
Coverage: Big 12 broadcast partners and national windows, announced about two weeks out
Altitude is real at Folsom Field. Arrive a day early, drink more water than you think you need, and bring layers for a late kickoff.
Tailgating
- The Guardsman Way lots are the main scene and open several hours before kickoff.
- The TRAX red line stops at the stadium and is the easiest way in and out.
A packable insulated layer earns its keep once the sun drops behind the stadium deck for a night kickoff.
Travel and stay
- Salt Lake City (SLC) is 20 minutes away with strong nonstop coverage.
- October and November trips pair naturally with an early ski or hiking day.
Weather: Elevation is about 4,600 feet, so pace yourself on the ramps. October and November evenings can turn cold fast after sunset.
Around the game
Beyond the stadium in Salt Lake City, Utah
- Downtown Salt Lake CityA short TRAX ride from the stadium with the city's full restaurant and hotel scene.
- Cottonwood CanyonsForty-five minutes up the canyon for hiking or an early-season ski day around the football trip.
Rivalry weekends
Utah game-day packing list
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Stadium
Rice-Eccles Stadium
Capacity 51,444Opened 1927Salt Lake City, Utah
A closed bowl with the Wasatch Range over the east rim and the 2002 Olympic cauldron outside.
- - Elevation is about 4,600 feet. Take the ramps rather than the stairs.
- - Night games get cold quickly once the sun drops behind the west deck.
FAQ
Utah questions
What channel is Utah on?
A mix of conference network windows and national afternoon or night slots, with more exposure in ranked seasons.
How hard is it to get Utah tickets?
Demand has grown with the program's rise; plan ahead for ranked opponents, though a normal non-conference weekend is still reachable.
Where should I sit at Rice-Eccles Stadium?
The closed bowl puts the Wasatch Range over the east rim. Night games get cold quickly once the sun drops behind the west deck.
What is the weather like for a Utah home game?
Elevation is about 4,600 feet, so pace yourself on the ramps. October and November evenings can turn cold fast after sunset.
Where should I tailgate at Rice-Eccles Stadium?
The Guardsman Way lots are the main scene and open several hours before kickoff.
What is the best airport for a Utah game?
Salt Lake City (SLC) is 20 minutes away with strong nonstop coverage.
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