Going to the u-M vs Maryland (at Maryland) game?
I am looking to go to the Mich-Maryland football game in College Park on Nov 20. Hoping to meet up with some fellow Wolverines.
It looks like tickets will be pretty easy, I am waiting for Maryland to crater some more and drive ticket prices down further. Have been told it is easy to move around to better seats, particularly if you are still there for second half.
I will be driving in from (Lower Slower) Delaware. Who is up to go torture the turtles?
October 16th, 2021 at 9:47 PM ^
I’m considering making the trip. I have a buddy that lives really close to the stadium. Just not sure if I feel like making the trip.
October 16th, 2021 at 10:10 PM ^
Me and a buddy are debating on making the trip. Coming up from the Raleigh area. Waiting for ticket prices to drop.
October 17th, 2021 at 10:34 PM ^
Triangle friends! Also considering a trip from Durham.
October 16th, 2021 at 10:23 PM ^
Is there camping after the game? I'll bring the jarred gravy...
I'm interested, though, since I live in the DC area. Won't know 'till closer to the game, though.
October 16th, 2021 at 10:34 PM ^
As long as you get tickets behind the Michigan bench, the crowd should be largely Wolverines, you should have plenty of company.
October 16th, 2021 at 10:37 PM ^
I'll be at the game. I make the 250 mile trip north every other year from Raleigh.
Tickets are easy to get. Reasonable prices for even the best seats. Maryland isnt exactly crushing it this season.
I always sit on the UM side, near the 50 yard line. Try to stay at least 20 aisles above the first row, otherwise the players, camera-crews, etc will block your view.
Every year since Maryland joined the B1G, Maryland home games attract more UM fans than Maryland fans. DC has A HUGE Michigan fan base. Will be the same this November when they play. It's almost a home game for Michigan.
October 16th, 2021 at 11:09 PM ^
Seems like there’s a lot of us scattered around North Carolina too. Would be pretty cool to get a UM-UNC matchup down here at some point
October 16th, 2021 at 10:55 PM ^
I am going to the game. This will be my first time seeing Michigan play in person.
October 16th, 2021 at 11:13 PM ^
My friend Brandon just moved to the east coast. He’s not a Michigan fan but It’ll still be a fun time so let’s go Brandon and take the road trip. I hope to be there because I’m not going alone.
October 17th, 2021 at 11:08 AM ^
Haha. Let’s go Brandon. Do it!!!
October 17th, 2021 at 12:10 PM ^
Let's go Brandon!
October 16th, 2021 at 11:24 PM ^
I just got my tickets. It won't be full and I pray it won't be a night game. It was two years ago and it was so cold.
We're in section 3.
Go blue!
October 16th, 2021 at 11:37 PM ^
2 years ago? The 2019 game was a beautiful Saturday noon game with sunny weather and a light breeze - I mean I got a sunburn at that game…in November!
October 16th, 2021 at 11:43 PM ^
It was 2017... Man time flies. My son got gloves from Moe Ways and I had a chance to take a picture with Chase after and my phone died. And on that day, it was so so cold
October 16th, 2021 at 11:57 PM ^
Yeah, it was nasty cold.
October 17th, 2021 at 12:50 AM ^
I went to the 2015 game. Supposed to be a night game, moved to noon at the last minute to get ahead of a hurricane that never really ended up materializing...
October 17th, 2021 at 6:55 AM ^
Fun game! Came from Detroit for it... huge Michigan contingent. Got a nice "Go" "Blue" rally going! Sang Hail to Victors in the bar downtown (multiple times) where we were evenly matched with Maryland fans. Nice campus, nice Maryland fans. Had a blast!
October 17th, 2021 at 9:32 AM ^
Im in section 3 as well
October 16th, 2021 at 11:35 PM ^
Yup. The Michigan side of the stadium (the side with the upper deck) is super easy to move down into the lower bowl. Section ushers do not check tickets, and often disappear if enough fans leave early.
Best bet is to park at the ikea (about a mile down the road) and take a bus/Uber right up to the stadium.
Ill be driving from West Chester (10 minutes north of the DE/PA line). Can’t wait for this game.
October 16th, 2021 at 11:38 PM ^
Does anyone know when they make known the time of the game?
October 17th, 2021 at 5:46 AM ^
If it’s a night game 12 days before. Otherwise at least six days before but it is usually closer to 12.
October 17th, 2021 at 1:49 AM ^
Me, the wife, and my brother are gonna fly in for the game. My wife and I have been going to a different away game each year (except last year of course, supposed to be Minnesota). Any who we will be there. The one question I have though is does anyone know the section Michigan is given their allotment? I was given 2 tickets but need a third. Also if anyone has any tips or suggestions I am flying into Baltimore. Never really been to the area.
October 17th, 2021 at 7:48 AM ^
In the lower section, the away section is section 2. If you're in the upper, it's basically the section above that.
That said, Maryland sucks and Michigan fans will pack the place. I got section 3 and I'm pretty sure you'll be with um fans a few more sections further over. Just avoid the student section. And don't go too low or the benches obstruct the view
Maryland fans are belligerent about basketball. Football, nobody cares. They're friendly. I'm relatively local... Over in northern Virginia. Tons of Michigan fans here. If we are somehow undefeated then, man it's gonna be fun. It'll feel like a Michigan home game
October 17th, 2021 at 4:18 PM ^
Thank you, I kinda thought it was over there so I’ll try to snag one over there. Didn’t figure that the fans would be too bad. Haven’t run into terrible fans yet and hoping to continue that streak.
October 17th, 2021 at 9:05 AM ^
If you can find the time after the game, or on Sunday, drive into DC and just walk around the National Mall for a few hours. You'll be impressed by the sheer size of it all. On TV, everything looks normal because no building can be taller than the Capitol Dome. But the immensity of it all is overwhelming!
October 17th, 2021 at 9:32 AM ^
I second 1VABlue1's advice. If you don't feel like driving, the Metro (DC's subway) stops near College Park and you're a short 30 min ride into the city. On a Saturday it should be relatively empty.
Also it's a myth that buildings cannot be taller than the Capitol dome (or Washington Monument, which is the tallest structure in the city). While the DC Planning Commission does have height restrictions, it has nothing to do with the height of the Capitol or any monuments.
October 17th, 2021 at 4:22 PM ^
Sounds like a fun time. I basically have a day to burn on Friday so I might have to head into DC. The closest I’ve ever been to DC was Tysons corner so it would be cool to head there to the mall.
October 17th, 2021 at 2:24 AM ^
I’m a maybe. I live in MD, really want to bring my kids to the game - some idiot friend of mine decided to book their wedding that day. Hoping for a noon kickoff.
October 17th, 2021 at 7:09 AM ^
can't you see the scene at the local church next saturday, jimandi in the wedding party but with an ear bud in to monitor the game. the pastor/priest is starting his gig, going through the vows and such....
pastor: and so we come here today as these two wonderful young people have decided to dedicate their lives to one another....
jimandi: that's a crap call!! get a replay!! that cannot be right!
(church gets unsettled. jimandi gives heartfelt and sheepish apology. the ceremony continues.)
a few minutes later, unfortunately as the first half of the game winds down and michigan is trying to score again:
pastor: it now gives me great pleasure to present to you...
jimandi, not-so-under his breath: hurry up! hurry up! clock is ticking!
pastor: mr. and mrs. jones. you may kiss the bride.
jimandi: touchdown!! touchdown!! wooo!! wooo!!
October 17th, 2021 at 11:28 AM ^
All accurate except I would NEVER apologize. Unless he’s willing to apologize for being a badger fan.
October 17th, 2021 at 9:12 AM ^
In previous years, I was able to buy tickets directly from Maryland’s website (less fees, good selection).
Also, get a parking pass and tailgate. There should be 50% Michigan fans and it’s a fun time.
October 17th, 2021 at 9:22 AM ^
My son and I will be driving up to College Park from Virginia Beach. Taking the same approach as you - waiting for ticket prices to drop before pulling the trigger on the purchase. There are and should continue to be plenty available.
October 17th, 2021 at 9:30 AM ^
I'm taking my boys--we go every time Michigan is in town. It's a really fun game; the stadium is usually half Michigan fans. You can wait to buy tickets, but I'd buy a parking pass now. They're only $17 if you buy them through the University of Maryland, but the lots are filling up, and without one, parking around the stadium can be a real pain.
October 17th, 2021 at 11:52 AM ^
What lot do you normally park in? I have been to campus before but typically for events at the Xfinity center so I am usually in lot 4B. Is that still close to the stadium or is there a lot closer?
October 17th, 2021 at 2:23 PM ^
Second Blue2000’s advice. I live in NOVA, took my son to the 2019 game and it was a blast. Purchase the parking pass early through the school and arrive early. This ensures a good spot in the lot & a great pre-game experience.
The Maryland fans are great, there will be plenty of our fans and the campus is beautiful! I believe I purchased my pass for the $15-$20 range.
October 17th, 2021 at 9:30 AM ^
Been every year they played at Md since they joined the BIG; there are always way more Mich fans than Md fans. Love that they serve beer now, and tailgating isn't horrible either.
October 17th, 2021 at 9:46 AM ^
My advice: Buy parking now, buy tix whenever.
I went to the the Iowa game two weeks ago — it was a Friday night and it’s 12 minutes from my house — and tickets were plentiful, through the school and elsewhere. BUT parking was $130 on StubHub.
You can find neighborhood spots if you go early and don’t mind walking but it’s not a tailgate environment.
October 17th, 2021 at 11:45 AM ^
I have been to 2 UM games at College Park; my son’s in DC so it’s a good excuse to hang with him. But I have generally just got tickets in the UM section (off in a corner but a jovial group).
I will offer that parking, if you have not purchased it in advance, is really painful. The second time we just took the DC Metro and from there, there was a free bus. Curious to know if others have better advice.
October 17th, 2021 at 9:21 PM ^
Since it is an in-state trip for me, I have been to the last three Michigan-Maryland games. I have the Metro to be an easy way to avoid traffic and parking issues. The Greenbelt station is only one stop away from College Park for me coming from north of the beltway. If it is a night game, you would just need to make sure you will be able to catch the last train, but I think that they have extended the hours again until 1 am on Saturdays.
I have enjoyed being able to see the team up close and congratulate them after the game as they head to their buses, which are just outside the end of the stadium without seating. Not sure if COVID will impact that this year.
October 17th, 2021 at 11:03 PM ^
(Free) Parking is allowed along the shoulders of Rt 193 (the road that runs along the back of campus near the stadium). The UMD golf course is directly opposite the stadium on 193 so if you locate that you'll be where you want to be. Snagging this requires getting to the game ca. 2 hrs early, though.
As many have stated, this is always a huge Michigan turn out and the game has a nice atmosphere. One of these years it will actually be a close game, but this may not be the year for that...
October 18th, 2021 at 3:52 PM ^
I've gone every year since the Terps joined the B1G. I like the 200-level upper deck seats that are behind the visitors' bench. Great site lines from there that are not too away, either. I've always gotten my tickets directly from the umterps.com website. Tickets in the secondary market are still above face value even now with many unsold tickets, mainly because there's a premium charge for seats in sections between the 30's, so season ticket holders are amortizing that charge over individual tickets. Yet, people with tix outside the 30's are still pricing at that same level, even though the box office is selling those seats for less, directly.
October 20th, 2021 at 4:50 PM ^
Whatever you do, don’t buy a paper ticket from a scalper. I made that mistake at College Park four years ago and, of course, it turned out to be a bogus ticket. They let me in anyway because they need fans to buy stuff and help make a sparsely attended program look less sparsely attended.