Annual Employee Kick-Off Celebration set for Sept. 3

posted August 1st, 2011

On Saturday, Sept. 3, Human Resources and Athletics will host the third-annual Employee Kick-Off Celebration for Duke Football’s home opener against Richmond.

Special tribute will be paid to Duke faculty and staff during the game to recognize their many contributions that have helped made this institution great.

Reserve your free tickets to the pre-game event and football game by visiting www.goduke.com/employee. If you do not have online access, call 681-8738 to reserve your
tickets. Tickets are limited to 4 per employee. DukeCard ID required to pick up tickets on game day. Free parking in designated areas with valid 2011 Duke Parking Permit.

Countdown to Kick Off:

4 p.m. Employee Fan Zone opens on K-ville Quad

  •  Catered meal with indoor and tent seating (must have DukeCard ID)
  •  Inflatable games (football obstacle course and bungee run)
  •  Face painting
  •  Raffle for airline tickets, football jerseys, autographed footballs
  •  Concessions/merchandise for sale


4:30 p.m. Duke Football Team “Blue Devil Alley” Walk

5:30 p.m. All gates of Wallace Wade Stadium open

6 p.m. Duke University Marching Band pep rally

6:30 p.m. Employee Fan Zone closes

7 p.m. Duke vs. Richmond

Fireworks at halftime