Fan experience elements released for the 2025 Virginia Tech football season, including new immersive gameday siteFan experience elements released for the 2025 Virginia Tech football season, including new immersive gameday site
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Fan experience elements released for the 2025 Virginia Tech football season, including new immersive gameday site

Get ready for gameday with exciting fan enchantments

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BLACKSBURG As Hokie fans gear up to fill Blacksburg and Lane Stadium this week, the Virginia Tech athletics department has outlined the elements, enhancements, and events that Hokie Nation can look forward to this season.  

THE STAPLES OF GAMEDAY 

Known as one of the best atmospheres in all of sports, gameday in Lane Stadium is unlike any other experience. Whether it’s your first time visiting or Lane is your second home,  Hokie Nation can dive into the passion, pride, and tradition of Blacksburg on gameday with a new immersive Gameday in Lane Stadium site. 

Looking for an all-encompassing guide to your full experience at Lane Stadium? Be sure to check out the A-Z Guide that includes details on entry, parking, bag policy, etc. Also, checkout Gameday Central each home game week for game-by-game specifics.  

Looking for an all-encompassing guide to your full experience at Lane Stadium? Be sure to check out the A-Z Guide that includes details on entry, parking, bag policy, etc. Also, checkout Gameday Central each home game week for game-by-game specifics.

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ENHANCE YOUR EXPERIENCE 

  • Maroon & Orange Memories  
  • From the iconic South End Zone Sandman Experience to new opportunities such as the Pregame Radio Booth Meet & Greet, fans can purchase one-of-a-kind gameday experiences for an unforgettable experience. Check out the experiences and buy yours here. 
  • Hokie Village & Hokie Walk 
  • The beloved pregame fan fest area returns to the turf field along Beamer Way. Featuring autographs with various Tech teams, inflatables, food trucks, and more, Hokie Village remains free and open to all fans. Just outside of Hokie Village, and 2 hours prior to kick, fans can greet the team up close and in person as they arrive on Beamer Way for the Hokie Walk.  
  • Concessions Updates 
  • Fans can expect the fan-favorite menu items to be more accessible than ever, with new vegetarian items also hitting the concourse of Lane Stadium this year. New vegetarian options include the BBQ Jackfruit Sandwich at the Mainstreet BBQ stands, BBQ Jackfruit Taco at the Eat Drink Taco stand (south concourse) and Impossible Burgers available on the east and upper east concourses. Fans may also purchase exclusive Virginia Tech-branded Frost Buddy can coolers at select portable beer stands on the lower concourse at Sections 102, 113 and 134, as well as, at Gate 3 and Gate 6.  
  • Lane Lounge & Sandman Suites 
  • A limited number of passes to the Lane Lounge are still available on a single game basis – Learn more. 
  • Additionally, the on-field Sandman Suites are close to sold out with limited availability remaining for two home games – Learn more.  

LANE IN FULL EFFECT 

  • Effect Games – This season’s Effect games include Maroon Effect for Sept. 6 vs. Vanderbilt, White Effect for Sept. 20 vs. Wofford, and Orange Effect for Oct. 4 vs. Wake Forest. Official Effect merchandise is available for purchase online and on gamedays. 
  • Homecoming – A time honored tradition, celebrate Homecoming with events throughout the week all leading into gameday against Wake Forest on Oct. 4. 
  • Salute to Service – Honor our heroes, including military service members and guests, as well as first responders such as law enforcement, firefighters, and EMTs when the Hokies host Wofford on Sept. 20.  
  • Hall of Fame – Seven new members will be enshrined into the Virginia Tech Sports Hall of Fame, with a special recognition at halftime of Tech’s matchup with Wofford on Sept. 20. 
  • Additional Group and Theme Days – Looking to bring your group out to a game? Check out the full list of group and theme days here. 

For a full rundown of this season’s promotions and experiences, visit the Promotions Page here. 

THE VOICE OF HOKIE NATION 

  • Legacies of Lane – Launched this summer, the Legacies of Lane campaign aims to share the Lane Stadium experience in the voice of the fan encompassing all generations of Hokie Nation. Check out the most recent Legacy here. To share your story, complete this form.  
  • Fan Feedback Surveys - During four select home games, fans will be invited to share feedback through surveys created in partnership with Evolved Experience Solutions. Insights gathered will help guide improvements and elevate the gameday atmosphere for years to come. 

Still need tickets? Tickets are available for all seven home games on a single-game basis – Click here to buy.