GREEN BAY (NBC 26) — The Green Bay Packers Family Night is back this year!
Now in its 20th year, Family Night will serve as the introduction of the 2021 Green Bay Packers, in-person to fans at Lambeau Field and on TV state-wide.
Here's what you need to know:
Where can I watch Family Night?
If you can't make it to Lambeau Field, you can watch Family Night on TV. The stations broadcasting the event include WACY-TV in Green Bay and WDJT-TV in Milwaukee, as well as WAOW-TV in Wausau, WKOW-TV in Madison, WXOW-TV in La Crosse, WQOW-TV in Eau Claire, KQDS-TV in Duluth-Superior and WLUC-TV in Escanaba-Marquette. The event will also be televised on KCRG-TV and WHBF-TV in Iowa; KATN-TV, KYUR-TV and KJUD-TV in Alaska; and KSFY in Sioux Falls, SD.
The broadcast for Family Night on WACY-TV begins at 7:00 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 7.
Can I get tickets to Family Night?
As of Saturday afternoon, there are still tickets available. Click here to purchase tickets through Ticketmaster. Tickets will be mobile-only. Fans are advised to download their tickets before arriving. View detailed information on mobile ticketing.
In case of inclement weather, the Packers say no refunds will be issued unless all stadium activities—from 5:30 p.m. until the end of the fireworks show—are canceled.
Are there restrictions related to COVID-19?
The Packers will not require guests to wear masks and proof of vaccination is not required at Packers events. The Packers ask that anyone experiencing COVID-19 symptoms or anyone exposed to someone who has tested positive for COVID-19 stay home. The team asks attendees who are unvaccinated to follow CDC guidelines by wearing masks.
The Packers does encourage people to get vaccinated and says the Brown County Mobile Vaccination Unit will be parked on the east side of the stadium, with Bellin Health administering COVID-19 vaccines and providing information for those who would like to learn more.
Additionally, the Packers say that due to COVID-19 protocols, fewer on-field activities than in recent years will take place prior to practice.
When does the parking lot at Lambeau Field open?
Parking lots will open at 1:30 p.m., along with the Johnsonville Tailgate Village, which will feature a DJ until 3:30 p.m., and a live band starting at 4 p.m., as well as food and beverages available for purchase.
What do I need to know before entering Lambeau Field?
Fans are reminded of the stadium safety policy. No bags or purses will be allowed inside Lambeau Field unless they are clear plastic, vinyl, or PVC and are no larger than 12" by 6" by 12". Stadium cushions are not allowed as a part of the policy, however, stadium seats and stadium pads that contain no pockets or zippers and are 18" wide or smaller are allowed. All fans entering Lambeau Field on gamedays will use walk-through metal detectors.
Is there anything else I should know about Family Night?
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Have fun, Packers fans! Go Pack Go!
