Valley Children's Stadium guide: schedule, kickoff times, parking and bag policy

Valley Children's Stadium holds 40,727 fans and is home to Fresno State Bulldogs (NCAA FBS (Pac-12 Conference)). This page lists every remaining home game with its kickoff time, and the stadium's gates, parking and bag rules.

Capacity	40,727
Opened	November 25, 1980
Home teams	Fresno State Bulldogs (NCAA FBS (Pac-12 Conference))
Address	1620 E Bulldog Lane, Fresno, CA 93740

When are the remaining home games?

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

Date	Game	Kickoff	Competition
Sat Oct 31, 2026	Fresno State Bulldogs vs Oregon State Beavers	8:00 pm	NCAA football, 2026 regular season
Sat Nov 21, 2026	Fresno State Bulldogs vs Colorado State Rams	4:30 pm	NCAA football, 2026 regular season

When do the gates open at Valley Children's Stadium?

Two hours before kickoff. (source)

What are the tailgating rules at Valley Children's Stadium?

Lots open six hours prior to kickoff. Tailgating within the Red, White and Blue Lots may continue during the game; tailgating in the Purple and Green Lots must conclude at kickoff. Glass containers, charcoal and woodchip grills, deep fryers and open-flame BBQs are not permitted in general parking areas; propane cooking devices are allowed.

Is there a sun and shade map for Valley Children's Stadium?

Not yet. We have not built a seat model here yet: it needs a recent lidar survey of the stands as they are now, and we are checking the available surveys stadium by stadium. 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: Only clear bags are allowed inside Valley Children's Stadium. Bags must be clear plastic, vinyl or PVC and not exceed 12 inches by 6 inches by 12 inches. A small clutch bag up to 4.5 inches by 6.5 inches by 2 inches may also be carried in addition to one approved clear bag. Exceptions are made for necessary medical items and diaper bags, subject to inspection. Three bag-check stations are available at stadium entry points for non-compliant items. Bag policy.
Payment: Valley Children's Stadium is a cashless venue. Cash is not accepted for concessions, parking or tickets; a credit card, debit card or approved mobile payment method is required.
Getting there: A free shuttle service runs for fans parking in the Green Lots. Shuttle buses begin three hours before kickoff and run through the end of the first quarter, with return service starting at the end of the third quarter. Parking and transit.
Food: Fans may bring one factory-sealed water bottle under 24 ounces into the stadium; outside food is not permitted.