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Folsom Field prepares for Colorado-Georgia Tech game with new artificial turf
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6:52Now PlayingDeion Sanders' Colorado Buffaloes open the 2025 season Friday night against Georgia Tech in a sold-out game at Folsom Field.
The Buffaloes announced several gameday changes and upgrades for fans headed to the stadium.
CU Athletics said fans will see a new tailgate area at Benson Field, a revamped student section renamed "The Charge," enhanced team field entrances including cold sparks, and a new ride share zone.
Military flyovers are planned for Aug. 29 and Nov. 1, and more to be announced. CU has a drone show planned for Sept. 27.
New food and beverage
Flavor of Tabasco is a new food truck that will be in the plaza.
New chicken salad sandwich concept in Balch Fieldhouse.
Blackjack Pizza at Gate 8 concession stand as well as on the Gate 19 area.
New restaurant Frippers at Gate 11 selling gourmet hot dogs.
Chicken and veggie Tamales at Gate 10 concession stand.
New tater tot concept Dill Pickle tots and buffalo chicken tots at Gate 7.
Earlier this summer, CU removed the natural grass surface at Folsom Field for the first time in decades to install an artificial turf surface. In the 101 seasons of football at Folsom Field, the surface has been artificial turf for only 28 seasons.
The playing surface at Folsom Field was natural grass until the 1971 season when it was replaced with Astroturf. The artificial turf was removed and reverted back to grass for the 1999 season.
CU Athletic Director Rick George said the artificial turf will help Folsom Field host more non-football events including concerts, keeping the field in better condition for game days.
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