Game Day Glory: Tips & Tricks for UNC Students This Football Season
July 29, 2025

Fall in Chapel Hill means one thing: Tar Heel football. Whether you’re a first-year or a seasoned senior, game day at Kenan Memorial Stadium is a rite of passage. And if you’re lucky enough to live at Carolina Square, you’re already winning—just steps from Franklin Street, campus traditions, and the stadium itself.
Here’s your ultimate guide to making the most of UNC football season in 2025.
🏈 Know the 2025 Schedule
Mark your calendars! Key home games include:
- Sep 1 vs. TCU
- Sept 13 vs. Richmond (Family Football Day)
- Oct 4 vs. Clemson
- Oct 25 vs. Virginia (Monogram Day/Rams Club Day)
- Nov 8 vs. Stanford (Homecoming/Military Appreciation Day)
- Nov 22 vs. Duke (Senior Day)
Living at Carolina Square means you can walk to every home game—no need to worry about parking or traffic.
🍔 Where to Eat & Drink
Fuel up before or after the game at these student favorites:
- Top of the Hill (TOPO) – Rooftop views and local brews
- He’s Not Here – Home of the iconic Blue Cup
- Four Corners – Solid grub, cold beer, and a wealth of TVs
🎟️ Tickets & Rams Club Perks
Students can enter via the lottery system, but if you miss out:
- Student Lottery: Enter into a football ticket lottery to receive one free ticket
- Student Rams Club Membership: Offers an extra chance to win a football ticket
🏠 Why Carolina Square is Game Day HQ
Living at Carolina Square means:
- Walking distance to Kenan Stadium
- Steps from Franklin Street’s best bars and restaurants
- Front-row access to Tar Heel traditions like Tar Heel Town and Victory Walk
It’s not just a place to live—it’s the epicenter of UNC game day.
Final Thoughts
Whether you’re tailgating with friends, cheering from the student section, or celebrating a win on Franklin Street, UNC football is more than a game—it’s a community. And there’s no better place to experience it all than Carolina Square.