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DIRECTIONS TO MILAN PUSKAR STADIUM
From the South: From Interstate 79, take the West Virginia
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Wharf District
Parking for
Rail Trail
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Bus parking
DONLEY ST.
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Professional
Offices
Waterfront
Place Hotel
Convention
Center
HURLEY ST.
Waterfront
Place Hotel
AUTOMOBILE TROUBLE
The onsite, free towing/auto trouble company
provided by AAA is Ervin’s Towing and can be
reached at (304) 292 2586. Guests should contact a parking attendant or security personnel
for assistance.
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Charter buses must purchase a special parking
permit for the Green Lot. This permit can be
purchased on game day.
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Smaller Shuttle Buses | Open to the Public
Cost: $4.00 Per Person Round Trip
Pick-up:
WVU Coliseum (Free Parking)
Drop-off:
East and West Gates - East Gate is the under classman designated entrance area and can be challenging for the general public
Begins: 2.5 Hours Before Kickoff
Departs: Every 15 Minutes
Special Needs: Separate handicap shuttles are available for the
general public - please note the difference between shuttles as to
avoid missing their preferred departure time - handicapped shuttles
will have window signage. Family members can also travel with the
individual requiring special accommodations.
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University Avenue Garage - 24-hour access
.75 cents per hour 10-hour limit
Public Safety Building Garage - Access from lower end of Spruce Street
.50 cents per hour 10-hour limit
Metered Lot Behind Dairy Queen - Access from top end of Spruce Street
.50 cents per hour 10-hour limit
Pleasant Street Garage - Access from Pleasant Street
.75 cents per hour 10-hour limit
These lots are conducive for accessing the University’s PRT via the Walnut and
Chestnut Street stations. Visitors would take the PRT and select the Health
Sciences Center station. Upon arrival, fans will walk across the parking lots to
the stadium. (There is no charge for the PRT on WVU game days). Also, there
is a free shuttle to the stadium, pick up is at corner of Corner of Wall Street
and University Avenue.
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Non-university parking is available for a fee at several locations along
Patteson Drive, Van Voorhis Road, W.Va. Route 705, University Avenue,
Don Nehlen Drive/Willowdale Road, and other areas near the stadium.
WVU is not responsible for private area parking or towing.
In order to assure proper use of disabled spaces on game day, the
following will be required for admission to the appropriate lot:
1) WVU-issued color-coded parking permit; 2) valid state-issued
disabled parking placard or license plate; 3) valid state-issued
disabled parking registration card; and 4) photo ID of the disabled
permit holder who is present in the automobile (the photo ID must
match the disabled parking registration card). Disabled permit holders
will be required to park in the spots reserved for disabled parking
only. Limited single game disabled parking may be available in the
Bridge
To Westover
Brown
Lot;
a courtesy shuttle van for disabled fans is available from
the Blue, Brown, and Green lots. Misuse of disabled parking passes is
grounds for confiscation of the pass by the parking
attendant.
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Private Parking
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here, follow W.Va. Route 857 south approximately one mile until it
joins with U.S. 119 south. Follow U.S. 119 south two miles to W.Va.
Route 705. Turn right on W.Va. Route 705 and watch for signs directing
you to the stadium.
Disabled Parking
WHARF
From the East: From Interstate 68, use exit 7 (Pierpont Road). From
Riverfront
Larger Green Buses | Open to the Public
Cost:
$3.00 Per Person Round Trip
Pick-up:
Mountaineer Mall (Free Parking)
Drop-off:
Near the Physicians Office Center
Begins:
2 Hours Before Kickoff
Runs:
Every 15 Minutes Thru Start of Game
Special Needs: A smaller shuttle is available to transport the special
needs guest along with family members. Families will not be split.
Drop-off is at the West Gate. Return Trip begins departing Ruby
Hospital Entrance at the end of third quarter, and runs every 15
minutes up through one hour after the game. The handicap shuttle
will transport those needing accommodations back to Ruby Hospital
Entrance to board the large green buses. All other guests will walk
from the stadium to the hospital entrance to board the buses.
Depot: 304-291-7433
Admin:304-296-3680
The PRT operates continuously on game days. Stations are located
on Walnut Street, Beechurst Avenue, Engineering Sciences Building,
the Evansdale Residential Complex (Towers) and the Health Sciences
Center– which is the closest station to Milan Puskar Stadium.
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University exit, number 155. Cross the Star City bridge and proceed up
Monongahela Boulevard toward the Coliseum. At the Coliseum traffic
light, turn left onto Patteson Drive and watch for signs directing you
to the stadium. For an alternate route, take Interstate 68 east to exit
7(see east directions).
Free parking is available at the WVU Coliseum (for cars only),
designated areas on the Evansdale campus, and at the Mountaineer
Mall. Parking along Route 705 (the main road to the stadium from
the east, via I-68 and the Mileground) is free. However, no tailgating
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RIVERFRONT PARK
way). If you choose to park on Route 705, please note: arrive early;
spaces fill up and you might end up parking a mile from the
Publicthese
Library
stadium. Also, make sure you park facing in the direction you will be
leaving.
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Library State Police alter traffic patterns and if you need to make a
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From the North: From Interstate 79, take the West Virginia
University Parking
Parking operated by West Virginia University
in the general area of the stadium is sold on
a season basis and requires a color-coded
permit, which matches the designated areas.
The Gold, Purple and White lots will be
available for game day sales.
Recreational Vehicles are permitted in
University operated lots but require a special RV permit, including the
Coliseum lots. Vehicles that are 20 feet or longer are considered RVs.
Trailers are permitted but in the Green, Red and Coliseum lots only.
Overnight parking for RVs is allowed but a permit must be visible at
all times. RVs must be parked three hours before kickoff.
TRANSPORTATION TO THE GAME
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University exit, number 155. Cross the Star City bridge and proceed up
Monongahela Boulevard toward the Coliseum. At the Coliseum traffic
light, turn left onto Patteson Drive and watch for signs directing you
to the stadium. For an alternate route, take Interstate 68 east to exit
7(see east directions).
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Greater Morgantown Visitors’ Centers:
800.458.7373
MORGANTOWN 68 Donley Street, Wharf District, (304) 292-5081
KINGWOOD 200 W. Main Street, (304) 329-4660
We’ll show you where to find the hidden gems and
once-in-a-lifetime experiences!
• Free Maps and Visitors’ Guides
• Suggested Itineraries
• Calendar of Events
• Accommodation Assistance
• Morgantown Market Souvenirs and handcrafted gifts from Appalachian artisans
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WALNUT
PRT STATION
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www.visit.wvu.edu - Directions to the WVU Visitors Center
and information on campus tours
www.msnsportsnet.com - Team news, tickets, promotions and facility
information for WVU
www.morgantown.com - Official site for the city of Morgantown
www.downtownmorgantown.com - The source for dining, shopping,
entertainment and parking in downtown Morgantown
TICKETS
INSIDE MILAN PUSKAR STADIUM
Game Day
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Tickets can be purchased online at WVUGAME.com
Stadium Re-entry
All WVU students should enter through the designated gates at
the east side.
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Lost and Found
Cameras are permitted in Mountaineer Field at Milan Puskar Stadium.
Tripods are prohibited.
Coolers and Containers
No coolers or metal or glass containers are allowed in the stadium.
Soft drinks, water and non alcoholic beverages in sealed plastic
containers are permitted.
Wheelchair seating is located behind sections 100 and 131 and on the
north end zone concourse. Tickets should be purchased in advance for
all areas and are reserved to persons confined to a wheelchair and his
or her guest.
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Banners and Signs
Disabled Guests
Pass outs are not permitted.
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emergencies and general ticket information. Fans may also report
problems or make suggestions on a special form available from the
attendant.
Cameras
Advance Sales
GATE
A United Bank automatic teller machine is located in the south bowl
concourse and the north end zone concourse of the stadium.
Banners and signs, except those associated with the Department of
Intercollegiate Athletics, are not permitted at Mountaineer Field at
Milan Puskar Stadium.
EAST GATE
Ticket Office:
Located outside of North Gate
of Milan Puskar Stadium
General Will Call:
Located outside of North Gate
of Milan Puskar Stadium
Opens 2 hours before kickoff
WVU Player Will Call: Located adjacent to the Southwest Gate - Small Enclosed Structure Near Gate
Visitor Player Will Call: Located adjacent to the Southeast Gate - Small Trailer Near Gate
All Will Call claims require photo identification with the same name as the
registered ticket
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SOUTHEAST
GATE
Gate Openings
The gates open one and one half hours (90 minutes) before game time
unless otherwise advertised.
Alcoholic Beverages
Alcoholic beverages and any hard containers (glass bottles / metal cans)
may not be brought into Mountaineer Field at Milan Puskar Stadium.
Beer sales can be found along the concourses inside the gates.
Animals
Only animals assisting disabled guests will be allowed in Mountaineer
Field at Milan Puskar Stadium.
Artificial Noisemakers
Artificial noisemakers are prohibited at Mountaineer Field at Milan
Puskar Stadium.
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Elevators
There are two elevators located in the press box and three elevators
located in the north end zone suite building. ADA access to the north
end zone seating area is provided via elevators found at the east and
west entrances of the building.
First Aid Stations
First aid stations are located on the east and west concourses and
in the north end zone. Contact event staff member or police for
assistance.
Guest Services
Guest service kiosks are located outside Mountaineer Field at Milan
Puskar Stadium adjacent to the east, west, and north gates prior
to, during and after each game. Guest service rooms are located in
the south concourse near sections 97 and 134 and on the north end
zone concourse. These rooms handle lost and found, lost children,
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Lost and found is maintained during the game at the Guest Services
Rooms, located in the south concourse and the north end zone
concourse. All unclaimed items will be available at the CSC office
(304) 291 4650 on Monday following the game.
FANLINE
Please call (304) 293-FANS for stadium assistance
(game days only).
Please text AID to 94597 for stadium assistance.
Lost Children
In case of a lost child, please contact Guest Services, event staff or law
enforcement for assistance. Guest services is located in the south or
north end zone concourses.
Wristbands are available at the north end zone Guest Services rooms.
Parents may obtain wristbands for their children that denotes parents’
name(s), phone and seat location.
Prohibited Items
To ensure the safety, comfort, and convenience of our guests, the
following items may not be brought into the stadium: coolers, any bag
exceeding 12”x12”x12”, all backpacks, school bags, gym bags, laser
pointers, alcoholic beverages, artificial noisemakers and weapons. A
‘size wise’ box is available at each gate and guest services location to
determine if a bag is permitted.
Smoking Policy
Smoking is not permitted in the seating areas, aisles, or restrooms at
Mountaineer Field at Milan Puskar Stadium. Fans may smoke in the
designated areas outside the concourse.
Umbrellas
For the safety and convenience of all fans, umbrellas are not
permitted inside the stadium.
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FAN GEAR
THE ERICKSON ALUMNI CENTER
WVU Book Stores
for Football Fans Visiting Morgantown
Book Exchange
Hours of Operation - Mon - Fri 9:00am to 5:00pm; Sat. 10:00am 4:00pm; Closed on Sun., 800-339-7691
Downtown Location - 152 Willey Street (at the top of High Street).
304-292-7354
Evansdale Location - 342 Patteson Drive (Near the Kroger Store).
304-598-2225
Mountaineer Corner
732 Beechurst Avenue - on the corner of Beechurst and 8th Street.
1-800-988-4442 | 304-292-1423
Mountaineer Zone
4181 University Town Center Drive. 304-599-8326
Mountaineer Nation
1022 Suncrest Town Centre. 304-225-5337
WVU Team Shop (Inside Milan Puskar Stadium)
Located on the east and west concourses (inside the
stadium) and in the NE and NW tented areas (outside the
stadium). The Team Shop in the Coliseum is open four
hours prior to kickoff.
UniversiTEES
Ultimate
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The
Downtown Campus - Next to the WVU Mountainlair. Parking is in the
Mountainlair Parking Garage and costs $1.00 per hour.
304-293-7467
Evansdale Campus - Parking is outside Brook Tower in the 30-minute
loop. Enter the building and follow signs to the lower level.
304-293-4870
Directions
From I-79 North or South Take I-79 Exit 155 at Star City. At bottom
of exit ramp, turn right if traveling north, left if traveling south. Bear to
the right at the light at Sheetz on Route 7. Make a left onto Patteson Drive
at the traffic light at the Coliseum and merge into the right lane. At second
traffic light, turn right onto University Ave. Turn left at the first traffic onto
Alumni Dr. (formerly Medical Center Dr.). A limited number of parking
spaces are available on game day in the lot on the right.
From I-68 East Take I-68 East to Exit 7 (Airport/Pierpont Road) and
turn right (merge into middle lane). Go straight through first traffic light.
At the second light, turn left onto 119 South. Go through traffic light (the
airport will be on your left). At the next light, turn right onto Route 705.
Go through five traffic lights. At the fifth light, turn left onto Van Voorhis
Road. Go through one traffic light and get in the left-hand lane. Turn left
at the next traffic light onto University Ave, Turn left at the first traffic light
onto Alumni Dr. (formerly Medical Center Dr.). A limited number of parking
spaces are available on game day in the lot on the right.
alumni.wvu.edu
341 High Street. 304-225-0994
www.wvumountaineergear.com
Hours - Mon - Sat: 10:00 am - 7:00 pm
Sun: 11:00 am - 5:00 pm
ACCESSING MILAN PUSKAR COMPLEX
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The Complex opens four hours prior to kickoff and fans have 1.5 to
2 hours access from that time. The complex is closed to the public
approximately 2 hours before kickoff. For example, if a noon kickoff
is scheduled, the Complex will be open to the public from 8:00am 9:30/10:00am.
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