Events & Programs
Qwest Rocky Mountain Showdown
Updated August 29, 2008
The latest installment of this storied rivalry is slated for Sunday, August 31. The 2008 Qwest Rocky Mountain Showdown will be the 80th meeting in between the Colorado State Rams and the Colorado Buffaloes.
Colorado State has exciting activities planned in the days leading to kickoff - be a part of the Showdown all weekend!
Ticket Information
Tickets are available through CSURAMS.com, 800/491-RAMS, any TicketsWest location and the McGraw Athletic Center ticket box office. Club seats are $85 and reserved seats are $55.
Student Tickets are Sold Out
Students can still purchase reserved seats at the regular price on CSURams.com.
Show Your CSU Rams Spirit With FREE Downloads
CSURams.com has the following fan downloads now available for print-at-home:
- Cheer cards – "Go Rams" & "Beat the Buffs"
- Mini posters – Football & Volleyball
- Pocket schedules
- Desktop wallpaper
Select from a variety of posters and wallpapers!
Friday, August 29
College Colors Day
CSU supporters are encouraged to wear their Green and Gold to work and classes to show their Ram Pride.
College Colors Day is an annual celebration dedicated to promoting the traditions and spirit that make the college experience great by encouraging people across America to wear apparel of their favorite college or university throughout the day.
Grill the Buffs Pep Rally
11 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
CSU Lory Student Center Plaza
Sponsored by ASCSU
Students and the campus community are invited to join CSU Athletics, Head Football Coach Steve Fairchild, Head Volleyball Coach Tom Hilbert, and student-athletes to kick-off the school year and show your Ram Pride!
The pep band and cheer squad will also be in attendance to pump up the entire student body and campus in preparation for the battle against the CU Buffaloes.
Rams on the Mall
11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
ESPN Zone Restaurant Patio
1187 16th St., Denver
Event is free for all to attend.
Calling all Ram fans! The CSU Spirit Squad and Cam the Rams will setup shop on the ESPN Zone patio to hand out promotional give-aways and cheer on the Rams. Stop by the mall to show your Ram pride, try your hand at the Rams' quarterback toss, and sign up for a chance to win two free tickets and VIP parking for Sundays Rocky Mountain Showdown.
Qwest Rocky Mountain Showdown - Columbine Health Plan Kick-Off Luncheon
Noon - 2 p.m.
INVESCO Field at Mile High
Qwest Rocky Mountain Showdown Ram Rally
6 p.m.
LoDo's Bar & Grill
1946 Market Street, Denver
Special musical performance by Dave Kimball.
Saturday, August 30
Ram Jam Pep Rally - Presented by Liberty Mutual
Noon-4 p.m.
CB & Potts
6575 S. Greenwood Plaza Blvd., Englewood
Live entertainment, food, family-friendly fun and lots of Ram Pride.
Special musical performances by Michael Waido and Mission 19.
Event is free for all to attend.
Sunday, August 31
CSU Alumni Association Tailgate
1:30-5 p.m.
INVESCO Field at Mile High Stadium, Lot J
Special musical performances by Dave Kimball and Mission 19.
General Admission: $8/CSU Alumni Assoc. member, $10/non-member
Register online or at the door.
Qwest Rocky Mountain Showdown Kickoff
5:30 p.m.
INVESCO Field at Mile High
TV: Fox Sports Network (FSN) - Comcast channel 26 in Fort Collins
For more information, visit csurams.com or call 800/491-RAMS.
