We are just a day away from UCF football kickoff.

The UCF Knights will kick off the 2021 season at the Bounce House vs. first-time opponent Boise State. It’s a battle of the new head coaches, with Gus Malzahn leading the Knights and Andy Avalos guiding the Broncos.

After a rollercoaster 2020 season (6-4), the Bounce House will be back at 100% capacity. Tailgating is back, too.

Here’s everything you need to know about Thursday’s matchup between the UCF Knights and the Boise State Broncos.

UCF vs. Boise State Game Information

Date: Thursday, Sept. 2, 2021

Kickoff: 7 p.m. ET

#UCFansWear: Black

UCF’s threads:

Weather

Thursday afternoon you can expect mixed clouds and sun, with a 60% chance of thunderstorms. Thursday evening, the chance of rain decreases to about 20% but partly cloudy skies will remain.

The high is 87° and the low is 73°.

The sun will set at 7:44 p.m. Kickoff is set for 7 p.m.

Source: The Weather Channel (Noon, Monday)

Digital Ticketing

Just like last season, tickets are completely digital. Touchless entry will be used upon arrival.

For more information, read our digital ticketing guide here.

We all know how iffy the Bounce House is with cell phone service. Be sure to save your digital ticket to your phone’s wallet to avoid issues at the gate.

Bounce House Gate Information

Parking Information

Lots open at:

• 2 p.m.: Baseball lot, Softball lot, lots E1-E8, Garage F (Gold Zone permit required)
• 3:30 p.m.: Memory Mall, Lake Claire, all other campus lots

For more parking information, visit UCF’s website.

Tailgating and Pregame Activities

Tailgating is BACK!

Lots open at:

• 2 p.m.: Baseball lot, Softball lot, lots E1-E8, Garage F
• 3:30 p.m.: Memory Mall, Lake Claire, all other campus lots

Open container: Starts at 3:30 p.m. for fans 21+

For tent restrictions and details on what you can and cannot bring or do, visit UCF Athletics’ A-Z guide.

The Tailgate Concert Series, IOA Plaza events, March to Victory and Knight Walk are back after not being a part of game day festivities last season due to COVID-19.

Bag Policy

UCF Athletics’ clear bag policy will be in effect.

Approved bags and items include:

• Bags that are clear plastic and do not exceed 12” x 6” x 12”
• One-gallon, clear, resealable, plastic storage bags
• Small clutch bags or purses no larger than 4.5” x 6.5”.
• Seat cushions (no arms or pockets on cushion)
• Individual-sized hand sanitizer bottles, sanitary wipes and all applicable medical exceptions
• Personal water bottles and drinking containers are encouraged

Prohibited bags include:

Any non-clear bag including (but not limited to, see above “Approved bags and items”)

• Purses
• Diaper bags
• Cases (camera, binoculars, etc.)
• Backpacks
• Printed pattern plastic bags
• Reusable grocery totes
• Mesh or straw bags
• Duffel bags
• Large totes

COVID-19 Guidelines

UCF strongly encourages fans to get vaccinated. UCF strongly recommends the use of masks while indoors, although it is not required.

Hand sanitizer stations will be available throughout the stadium, and masks will be available for those who need them.

Still need a ticket?

Individual game tickets are available on TicketMaster starting at $21, StubHub starting at $17 and SeatGeek starting at $13.

Can’t make it to the Bounce House? Here’s how to watch at home

TV: ESPN

Radio: FM 96.9, AM 740 The Game (Orlando)

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Daniella Medina is a contributing writer for Black & Gold Banneret. Follow her on Twitter @danimedinanews.