Wisconsin vs. Western Michigan: How to watch, where to park (2024)

The University of Wisconsin football team is set to kick off its second season under coach Luke Fickell on Friday night in Madison when the Badgers open the 2024 campaign against Western Michigan at Camp Randall Stadium.

Fans can watch Wisconsin's opener on FS1 at 8 p.m., with Tim Brando doing play-by-play on the broadcast alongside analyst Devin Gardner and Josh Sims reporting from the sidelines.

The game also will be broadcast on the radio on the Badger Sports Network with Matt Lepay on the play-by-play call alongside former Badgers and Green Bay Packers offensive linemanMark Tauscherand Patrick Herb reporting from the sidelines.

How to stream Wisconsin football games

There are several options for fans looking to follow the action online, withthe FS1 broadcast available to subscribers on the Fox Sports app and the radio feed airing on the Varsity Network App and Sirius/XM channels 132 and 195.

What time do the Camp Randall Stadium gates open?

The gates at Camp Randall Stadium open to the public 1½ hours before kickoff. Fans can enter the stadium beginning at 6:30 p.m. Friday with the game scheduled to start at 8 p.m.Printed tickets no longer are available; tickets must be scanned from the Badgers app at entry. Fans without a smartphone will have to go to the stadium ticket office on game day.

What is the security protocol at Camp Randall Stadium?

What items can I bring into Camp Randall Stadium?

There have been no changes to the carry-in policy this season at Camp Randall, with fans still allowedto bring in a clear bag no larger than 12 inches by 6 inches by 12 inches, a small clutch (4.5 inches by 6.5 inches), a one-gallon clear plastic bag or diaper bags with children. Prohibiteditems include:food, beverages, containers, strollers, laser pointers, umbrellas, banners, flags, signs, noisemakers, weapons, inflatables, laptops, video recorders, monopods, tripods or any items deemed dangerous or inappropriate.

Where can I park for Wisconsin football games?

There are several parking lots available on a first-come, first-served basis on game days. Prices range from $5 to $50, with all lots accepting credit/debit cards only. Wisconsin is in the process of converting to a mobile system for parking passes. Parking lots will open at 4:30 p.m. for Friday's opener.Explore a map of available lots here.

Is tailgating allowed at Camp Randall Stadium parking lots?

Tailgating is permitted at Camp Randall parking lots, however grilling is limited to surface lots and must be kept clear of all driving and fire lanes. No grills are allowed within any of the indoor parking ramps or garages. Alcohol is allowed, with the exception of Lot 34 and and the Church C lot.

Which parking lots does the Bucky Shuttle serve?

Routes on the Bucky Shuttle are only from Lots 60, 64 and 76 on campus and not from city parking ramps downtown. A round-trip fare is $10 per person andmust be purchased in advance on Wisconsin's website. The cost to park in Lots 60 and 76 on game days is $5, while lot 64, which is RV and bus accessible, costs $50.

What is the forecast for Wisconsin football's opener?

The National Weather Service is calling for showers and thunderstorms in the morning Friday with a high in the upper 70s, but things are expected to clear up before kickoff, with the rain and clouds clearing out as the temperature dips to an overnight low near 58 degrees. Wind shouldn't be a major factor during the opener, with the forecast calling for a 5 mph Northwest wind.