GAME DAY GUIDE
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SPRINGFIELD -- A busy summer at Plaster Stadium has yielded a number of facility upgrades and improvements to boost the fan experience for the upcoming season. Upon arrival on game day, fans will recognize these prominent changes (and more!) from last season:

•  New pregame traffic flow
•  General public access to premium parking areas
•  New playing surface with state-of-the-art artificial turf
•  LED stadium lighting with game-show capability
•  Expanded concessions menu and beverage options
•  Contract with Elevate Entertainment and new pyro elements
•  Larger student tailgating area
•  New TV production compound and spirit wall
•  New bleacher-back seating 
•  Press box and digital infrastructure upgrades
•  Numerous cosmetic, paint, and clean-up projects

Read more about this season's changes and upgrades below, and follow @MissouriStBears on social media for more!

NEW - UPDATED ID REQUIREMENTS FOR ALCOHOL PURCHASES
Our concessions partner, OVG, has implemented a new policy regarding ID verification for alcohol purchases.
Effective immediately, vertical IDs will not be accepted at Missouri State Athletics events for alcohol service. If your ID is still vertical, please plan ahead before game day. We appreciate your understanding as this policy is enforced across all OVG-managed venues.
Accepted forms of ID include:

• Current (non-vertical) driver's license from any U.S. state, commonwealth, or Canadian province
• State-issued photo ID card
• Valid passport (must be readable in English)
• Valid military ID with photo, name, date of birth, and physical description

PREGAME TRAFFIC FLOW

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PARKING ACCESS
  For vehicles without a Bears Fund / Season Ticket Holder parking pass, single-game parking passes may be purchased/reserved in advance or with cash purchases at lot entries on game day ($10 per vehicle in Lot 19 and BearPark South and $20 per vehicle in Lots 18 and 22). Single-game parking is based on availability.
  Except areas reserved for residence life, all other campus parking lots and BearPark North parking garage, remain FREE on game days.
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CLEAR BAG POLICY
  The new policy was put in place to enhance existing security and public safety measures at Robert W. Plaster Stadium and other on-campus locations. The new policy is designed to regulate the size and types of bags that may be carried into the venue for all events. Examples of permissible bags include:

• Bags that are clear plastic, vinyl, or PVC and do not exceed 12" x 6" x 12".
• One gallon clear plastic freezer bags (Ziploc bags or similar).
• Small clutch bags, approximately 5.5" tall x 7.5: wide, with or without a handle or strap.

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NEW PLAYING FIELD
  The new playing field design incorporates a variety of elements, including the modern "MoState" script logo in both end zones. A tribute to Missouri State University's statewide footprint is proudly displayed in the center of the field with the outline of the Show-Me State accenting the traditional bear-head logo at mid-field. The refresh sets the stage for a modern tribute to the football program's next chapter in CUSA with new conference logos staggered at both 25-yard lines.
  Pivot 1.5 is the highest-performing and most-durable artificial surface Tencate has ever manufactured. It provides ultimate performance for footing and surface contact release. The unique combination of 100-percent polyethylene yarns plays and responds like the industry's top natural grass surfaces. The environmentally-friendly product does not require any infill and maintains a real-grass feel without intensive maintenance. The $1,820,000 project is backed by an industry-best 12-year warranty.
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LED STADIUM LIGHTS
LIGHT SHOW DEMO



CONCESSION UPGRADES
  Foremost among the upgrades will be additional hawkers throughout the stadium and new Rivalry Grill located on the stadium's third level on the west side. The new classic Bear Bratwurst will be available at all stands throughout the stadium, in addition to new upscale beverage options.
  In addition to game-specific specials, the stadium's west-side sections (upper and lower), a pregame Bear Necessities Bundle includes two hot dogs, two beers, and chips for $28 before the start of the first quarter. 
  Meanwhile in the student section (east side), Bear Bites specials throughout the season will feature discounted fare, including $4 food and beer options, as well as soft drinks for $3 or less. 
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ELEVATE ENTERTAINMENT 
  Elevate Entertainment will serve as the on-field, in-game DJ for all home football games and bring high-energy, live DJ performances to home basketball and volleyball events. Fans can expect a fresh, modern game-day soundtrack blending tradition with enhanced fan and student engagement, ultimately creating a more dynamic home-field advantage.
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STUDENT TAILGATING
  In an effort to provide more space for the growing student tailgating population, the student tailgating area will move to Lot 24 at the corner of Grand and National. Reservations will remain free and are open to students and student organizations on a first-come, first-served basis.
  BearFest Village tailgating has not changed from previous seasons, except for the aforementioned student group location.
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