Athlete Tailgate & Opening Ceremony

DATE:  Friday, July 18, 2025

LOCATION: Reiman Plaza (south of Jack Trice Stadium) MAP

TIME: 4:30 PM

Join us for an evening of food, entertainment, parade of athletes and the lighting of the cauldron!

A FREE athlete meal will be provided while supplies last. *MORE DETAILS TO COME*

The Athlete Tailgate will begin at 4:30pm and will include food trucks with food for purchase, vendors lined along the Reiman Plaza, and entertainment including inflatables, yard games, and music.

The Parade of Athletes will take place along the trail at Reiman Plaza starting at 6:30pm with the ceremonial lighting of the cauldron to follow.