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The University of Minnesota Gophers football team is participating in the “Rate Bowl” against New Mexico on December 7th, 2026, in Phoenix, Arizona. Information about purchasing game tickets, pre-game tailgate tickets, and fan travel packages is available. There are deadlines for priority seating based on Gopher Score rank. Digital ticket distribution will occur by December 18th, 2026. Pre-game festivities include an official Gopher tailgate and a Fiesta Sports Foundation pregame party. A post-game “Sota Social” is planned at Tom’s Watch Bar. For fans unable to attend, watch parties are being organized nationwide by the University of Minnesota Alumni Association. Ticket prices range from $85 to $155 depending on seating location.

News Article:

Gopher Fans Prepare for “Rate Bowl” Showdown Against New Mexico in Phoenix

MINNEAPOLIS, MN – The University of Minnesota Golden Gophers football team is heading to Phoenix, Arizona, to face off against New Mexico in the “Rate Bowl” on December 7, 2026. Gopher Athletics is encouraging fans to show their support with a range of options for tickets, tailgates, and travel packages.

Tickets are currently available with prices ranging from $85 for 100 Level Endzone seats to $155 for Club Level seating. A priority deadline for seating based on Gopher Score rank is set for December 11th at 4:00 PM CT. Digital tickets will be distributed by December 18th, 2026.

For those making the trip, an official Gopher Athletics pre-game tailgate will be held from 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM (MT) at On Jackson, just two blocks from Chase Field. The all-inclusive event will feature food, drinks, games, photo opportunities, and appearances by Goldy Gopher, the Spirit Squad, and the Pride of Minnesota Marching Band. The Fiesta Sports Foundation is also hosting a pregame party outside Chase Field from 11:00 AM to 2:30 PM (MT).

Following the 2:30 PM (MT) kickoff, fans can join the University of Minnesota Alumni Association and fellow Gopher supporters at Tom’s Watch Bar in downtown Phoenix for a post-game “Sota Social” beginning at 6:00 PM (MT).

For Gopher faithful unable to travel to Phoenix, the University of Minnesota Alumni Association is organizing watch parties at locations across the country.

For ticket inquiries or assistance, fans can contact the Gopher Ticket Office at 1-800-U-GOPHER or email GopherSports@umn.edu.

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