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Friday night
All times shown in Eastern (ET).
Your Blacksburg gameday guide — schedules and tailgating
Every Virginia Tech home game — dates, kickoffs, and what to plan for. All times Eastern.
Coming to Blacksburg for a home game?
Where to eat, what to expect at the gate, and how to spend Friday through Sunday without circling town looking for a table.
Where to eat and drink on game weekend
Breakfast before a noon kickoff, pregame bars downtown, Friday tables worth booking, and postgame late night.
Lane Stadium first-timer guide
Clear bag policy, when gates open, Enter Sandman, what to wear, and when to leave.
Build my weekend in a minute
Three questions and we lay out Friday through Sunday around your kickoff time.
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The rest of your Blacksburg weekend
Tailgating, getting around, and getting out of town after the game.
Where to Tailgate Near Lane Stadium
The best tailgating spots, lots, and neighborhoods around Lane Stadium for Virginia Tech home games.
The Best Tailgate Gear Checklist for Lane Stadium
A Virginia Tech-specific tailgate gear checklist for Lane Stadium — what to pack, what VT bans in the lots, and what the clear-bag rule means for your bag.
Where to Stay in Blacksburg for a Game Weekend
Hotel neighborhoods, walkable options, and booking tips for Virginia Tech football weekends.
The best parking for gameday
Pick your venue map, then tap a pin for walking time, price, and one-tap directions.