It's Bowl Season in Boca Raton!

Get ready for the 2024 Boca Raton Bowl - an exciting matchup between James Madison University and Western Kentucky University. Be sure to #KnowBeforeYouGo to the big game and team Pep Rally.

TRAFFIC NOTICE: On game day - December 18 - 20th Street will be closed. Also, expect heavy delays in and around Glades Road and Spanish River Blvd.

BOCA RATON BOWL PEP RALLY

Tuesday, December 17

The night before the game, head over to the Mizner Park Amphitheater for a joint team Pep Rally. Fans can celebrate the Bowl Game matchup and enjoy entertainment with the bands, dancers and cheerleaders from James Madison University and Western Kentucky University. The event is FREE and open to the public.

DETAILS

Time: 6:00PM

Location: Mizner Park Amphitheater, 590 Plaza Real

Weather: The Pep Rally continues rain or shine.

BOCA RATON BOWL

Wednesday, December 18

On the field it will be James Madison University vs Western Kentucky University! Come see the exciting matchup at Boca Raton's biggest annual outdoor party. DETAILS

Time: Kickoff is at 5:30PM. Parking lots open at 12:30PM, stadium gates open at 4:00PM.

Location: FAU Stadium, 777 Glades Road

Tickets: Tickets now on sale...Get yours today!

Game Day Tips: Visit the Boca Raton Bowl website for more game day information - concessions, accommodations, restrooms, prohibited items and more.

• The game will be televised nationally on ESPN and broadcast on ESPN Radio, including ESPN 106.3 locally.
• FAU Stadium will follow the NFL's Handbag Policy for the 2024 Boca Raton Bowl. Please see Bag Policy for details.

Festivities: Fan Fest & Family Midway

• Wednesday, December 18, 2:00PM - 5:00PM
• Outside FAU Stadium, 777 Glades Road
• FREE event
• Fan Fest and Family Midway is a game day interactive area with live music, food, drinks, community organization event areas and a kid zone. Cheer on the Boca Raton Bowl teams, bands and spirit squads as they walk right through Fan Fest upon arrival! 

GETTING TO THE PEP RALLY & WHERE TO PARK

Free and Available Parking:

• Mizner Park, 327 Plaza Real
• City Hall, 201 W. Palmetto Park Road
• Building Administration, 200 NW 2nd Avenue
• City Parking Lot, 300 NW 2nd Avenue
• Downtown Public Library, 400 NW 2nd Avenue

Metered Parking: Metered parking is also available along Plaza Real in Mizner Park and on select streets throughout Downtown Boca.

Catch a Ride with BocaConnect:

Hop on BocaConnect, the City’s easy and stress-free on-demand shuttle service. FREE and low-cost service in Downtown Boca and the surrounding area. Download the app and book your ride.

Bicyclists: Bike racks are available in front of City Hall. Be sure to wear reflective clothing and add reflective material to your bike for safety.

See Tracks? Think Train!: For those walking to and from the pep rally, and for drivers - look and listen before crossing any train tracks and never stop on the tracks.

Charge It: Electric car charging stations are available at City Hall and the Downtown Library.

GETTING TO/PARKING AT THE BOCA RATON BOWL

Parking: Parking lots will be open on FAU's campus starting at 12:30PM. Parking for cars is $20.00 in all lots and will be available for purchase on game day. Motorhome parking is also available. For more information, visit the Boca Raton Bowl website.

ENJOY DOWNTOWN BOCA

Before or after the pep rally and game, find a ton of great places for happy hours, quick bites, fine dining, and more fun in Downtown Boca.

Holiday Lights Downtown: From Royal Palm Place to Mizner Park, the holiday lights downtown are on full display. Take a stroll and enjoy them any night this holiday season.

Plus, be sure to check out ALL the City's upcoming events at www.myboca.us/CommunityEvents.

'UP YOUR GAME' AND GET SOCIAL

Let's Be Friends: Like the Mizner Park Amphitheater or Boca Raton Bowl on Facebook to stay updated on the Pep Rally and RoofClaim.com Boca Raton Bowl.

Spanish-Language Website: View the Boca Raton Bowl website in Spanish, just click on the flag at the top of the home page.

Spread the Love: Use the official hashtags of the Boca Raton Bowl when posting your photos: #BocaRatonBowl and #BowlinginBoca. Also use #LoveBocaRaton and you might be featured on one of our social media pages!

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SAFETY REMINDER FROM POLICE & FIRE SERVICES

Stay Alert: It takes four seconds or less for someone to break into your vehicle: Be sure to lock your car and take all personal items with you. Never leave your keys in your vehicle.

Be Prepared: Talk to your family members about a potential meet up spot around the event in case you get separated.