Robert and Janet Vackar Stadium guide: schedule, kickoff times, parking and bag policy

Robert and Janet Vackar Stadium holds 13,498 fans and is home to UT Rio Grande Valley Vaqueros (NCAA FCS, Southland Conference). This page lists every remaining home game with its kickoff time, and the stadium's gates, parking and bag rules.

When are the remaining home games?

2 home games left, starting Sat Oct 31, 2026. Times are local (Central).

When do the gates open at Robert and Janet Vackar Stadium?

Gates to the stadium open 90 minutes before scheduled game time. (source)

What has changed at Robert and Janet Vackar Stadium recently?

For the 2025 season UTRGV added 2,000 bleacher seats in the south end zone and 184 premium seats in the north end zone. (source)

What are the tailgating rules at Robert and Janet Vackar Stadium?

There are four main tailgating areas: the Tailgate Lot, H-E-B Tailgate Zone, Corporate Tailgate, and Student Tailgating Zone. Tailgating begins seven hours before scheduled game time.

Is there a sun and shade map for Robert and Janet Vackar Stadium?

Not yet. We have not built a seat model for this stadium. Our sun and shade maps need a recent lidar survey and a section-by-section seating map, so we cover the bigger FBS and NFL stadiums first. We only publish seat and sun data measured from a survey of the stands as they are now, so this guide sticks to the schedule, parking and stadium policies until a newer survey is flown.

Before you go

• Bags: A clear bag policy is in effect. Clear bags should be made of plastic, vinyl, or PVC and not exceed 12 in x 6 in x 12 in. Plastic storage bags should be no larger than one gallon and must be both resealable and clear. Bag policy.
• Food: Outside food and beverages, including alcohol, are prohibited.

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