By Calista Flores

Football season is one of the most lively and exciting parts of the fall semester! They are a great occasion for alumni and family members to visit the area and get in on the school spirit along with students. The options on how to spend a Game Day at Florida State are endless, but here are a few of my favorite activities.

A fun and free option is the True Seminole Tailgate. This event starts two hours before kickoff where there are tables and tents right outside of Doak Campbell Stadium filled with food, activities and organizations to engage with.

While you pass by the Stadium, don’t forget to have War Stripes painted on your face by the Lady Spirithunters.

Once you find your seat the Stadium, fans can experience some of our iconic traditions, such as watching Osceola and Renegade charge onto the field and plant their flaming spear right before kickoff and participating in the War Chant as thousands of passionate ‘Noles put their heart into the Tomahawk Chop. If you attend the game, you absolutely have to stay until half time to experience our world-renowned Marching Chiefs performance. It’s a show you won’t regret watching!

For those who don’t want to purchase tickets or just want to beat the heat, fans can park outside the Stadium and throw their own tailgates to experience the Game Day energy. You can also visit some of Tallahassee’s popular restaurants like Madison Social and Spear-It to enjoy amazing food, socialize, and watch the game on their TVs.

No matter how you chose to spend the day, being in Tallahassee during Game Day is an unforgettable time and will give anyone who experiences it a new appreciation for Florida State. For more information about how you or your student can get tickets, visit Florida State Athletics official site.