Bruins Game in Rose Bowl Starts Early On Saturday

The UCLA Bruins face off against the North Carolina Central Eagles in a historic matchup at the Rose Bowl on Saturday in an early game kickoff at 2 p.m.

This will be the first time that UCLA has played against a team from the Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference (MEAC) in football.

Event hours open at 8 a.m. when parking lots open, according to the Rose Bowl.  At 9:45 a.m. the Fan Zone Opens in Area H; at 11:30 a.m. the Parsons Shuttle Begins; at 12:30 p.m. the Stadium Gates Open.

?For locals who live near the stadium or plan to use the Arroyo for recreation here’s what to expect:

The Recreational Loop will be closed Saturday from 5 a.m.-9 p.m. The Equestrian Trail will remain open at all times. 

There will be a brief use of pyrotechnics 45 minutes prior to Kickoff (1:15 p.m.) as well as when the team runs onto the field, during the National Anthem and anytime UCLA scores a touchdown. (Total pyrotechnics display may be heard for under 30 seconds). 

In addition, there will be a 15-second air horn blown simultaneously to the pyrotechnics, 45 minutes prior to the start of the game. 

To receive assistance on Saturday, please contact the Rose Bowl Event Day Hotline at (626) 397-4141. Click here to learn more.