The Penn State Alumni Association’s Roar Tour will travel to Medlar Field at Lubrano Park to kick off the College Football Playoff Weekend in State College.

On Friday, Dec. 20, the night before Penn State and SMU’s first-round matchup in the College Football Playoff, the Alumni Association will host a playoff edition of the Roar Tour featuring heated igloos, stadium-style food, live entertainment from Velveeta and DJ Rictor, and much more. Plus, you can tune in to Friday’s playoff game while you’re there. This event is open to all Penn Staters and the community to celebrate the first-ever playoff game at Beaver Stadium.

The pregame party is set for 7:30-10:30 p.m. at Medlar Field at Lubrano Park.

Complimentary parking is available, and tickets start at $25, with reduced rates for children. Space is limited, so reserve your spot today!

Presale tickets for the Penn State Fiesta Bowl tour are available now. Three-night, land-only packages include deluxe hotel accommodations, access to the official Penn State pregame and tour welcome events, and more. Secure your package today with a fully refundable deposit of $49.

Wyndham Hotels and Resorts is the Presenting Sponsor of the Roar Tour.

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