BLACKSBURG – Maroon and Orange Memories are back for the 2026 Spring Game!
Hokie fans will have the opportunity to take their Spring Game experience to the next level with Maroon and Orange Memories, a collection of can’t-miss moments that place the fan in the center of the action. It’s the perfect time to invest in memory-making opportunities as the Virginia Tech Hokies take the field for the first time in the James Franklin era.
Maroon and Orange Memories are the best way to enhance what is already an electric gameday atmosphere. From behind-the-scenes looks at the Hokies to entertainment beyond the gridiron, fans can make their trip to Blacksburg one for the history books. Read below to see what options are available during the 2026 Spring Game, presented by Eagle Construction, on Saturday, April 18 at 3 p.m. ET!
Pregame On-Field Photos
Capture the best pregame moments with personalized photos on Worsham Field at the Spring Game! Fans can take part in this exclusive experience 75 to 30 minutes before the action kicks off. Wear your best maroon and orange for this unforgettable opportunity!
South End Zone Sandman Experience
The South End Zone Sandman Experience roars back into Lane Stadium this spring. This one-of-a-kind experience places fans at the heart of the gameday atmosphere, giving fans a striking view of over 65,000 passionate Hokies jumping along to the iconic Metallica track. Keep one eye open as the Hokies rush onto the field during this adrenaline-filled moment!
The Ultimate Fan Pack
The Ultimate Fan Pack gives fans a plethora of merchandise and items that perfectly encapsulate what it means to show your support. From blankets to koozies, the Fan Pack has something for Hokie fans of all ages, giving purchasers a haul of maroon and orange goodies for the gameday experience. Fans who order a Fan Pack can pick up their swag throughout the first quarter of the springtime competition.
Coach Franklin-Signed Football
Looking to surprise the biggest Hokie Football fan in your life? Purchase an iconic piece of Tech memorabilia with an exclusive Nike football, personally signed by head coach James Franklin. This collectible item will be available for pickup throughout the first quarter of the Spring Game.
Disclaimer: All purchased items will need to be picked up during the game. Virginia Tech Athletics is not responsible for distributing uncollected items once the game concludes.
Videoboard Message
From birthdays to anniversaries, celebrate life’s biggest moments with a custom videoboard message on HokieVision during a break in the action. Gameday messages can become a large part of a special gameday experience for Hokies of all ages! Messages are limited to 40 characters and are subject to approval.
There are only 25 days until head coach James Franklin and the Virginia Tech Hokies take Worsham Field on April 18. Planning on attending the Spring Game? Be sure to claim your place in Lane Stadium alongside 65,000 fellow passionate members of Hokie Nation!

