PISCATAWAY, N.J. – Rutgers football will host its annual Military Appreciation Day for the Nov. 4 matchup against Ohio State at SHI Stadium. The game is presented by McDonald's.

The Scarlet Knights will wear white helmets with the American flag inside the Block R for the occasion, while a flyover by the New Jersey National Guard will take place following the national anthem. The R Heroes initiative is back and has allowed thousands of current and former military personnel to attend Rutgers football games at no charge since 2015.

Military Appreciation Day is the sixth announced theme of the 2023 season, which includes seven home games. The Back to the Birthplace Game (Sunday, Sept. 3), Blackout (Sept. 9), Scarlet Out/R Community Day (Sept. 16), $1 Slice Day (Sept. 30) and Homecoming & Family Weekend (Oct. 14) were previously revealed, with one more promotional release to come later this week.

The Rutgers Boardwalk opens four hours prior to kickoff and is the place to stop by for giveaways, including "Beat Ohio State" buttons, posters and shakers. To celebrate Military Appreciation Day, The Rutgers Boardwalk will be lined with military vehicles for fans to take photos with. Military organizations will also be on site interacting with fans and offering games, giveaways and more. Also be on the lookout at the Boardwalk to pick up the sixth version of the limited-edition comic series. 

The Rutgers Boardwalk hosts the top food trucks in New Jersey, while also allowing fans to experience free rides, games, interactive experiences, prizes and live entertainment each home game. Get to The Rutgers Boardwalk early for the pregame parade, featuring military personnel, and pep rally with the Marching Scarlet Knights, Spirit Team, Sir Henry, the Scarlet Knight horse "Excalibur" with the Knight and the football team arrival. The Scarlet Walk takes place approximately 2.5 hours prior to game time.

As the Scarlet Knights take the field before the game, members of the military community will line the field to welcome the team out of the tunnel. At halftime, the Marching Scarlet Knights will salute veterans with recognition of each branch of the military as part of an arrangement of "Armed Forces Salute." The 300-member strong band will be nearing their national performance at the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade in New York City. In addition, stay tuned for the McDonald's Fan Hall of Fame (military edition) presentation during the game.

To gear up for the day, the "Rutgers Military Appreciation" t-shirt is now on sale. Season ticket holders receive a one-time, 15 percent discount to the Rutgers Team Shop online, while gaining the same discount in-stadium multiples times throughout the year. More information will be sent out.



Student season ticket holders will be served free food pregame inside the stadium.

With unbeatable sightlines and premium offerings for members, the Provident Bank Stadium Club offers Rutgers fans a comfortable, memorable and unmatched gameday experience. It is the perfect place for Rutgers alumni, fans and partners alike to have fun with family and friends.

Fans can also book full-service tailgates across the street from SHI Stadium in Tailgate City at Athlete's Glen in advance.

Season tickets are on sale for the home slate this fall, which features four games at SHI Stadium in September.



2023 Rutgers Football Home Schedule
Sunday, Sept. 3 (Back to the Birthplace Game) vs. Northwestern (Noon, CBS)
Saturday, Sept. 9 (Blackout) vs. Temple (7:30 p.m., Big Ten Network)
Saturday, Sept. 16 (Scarlet Out/R Community Game) vs. Virginia Tech (3:30 p.m., Big Ten Network)
Saturday, Sept. 30 ($1 Slice Day) vs. Wagner
Saturday, Oct. 14 (Homecoming & Family Weekend) vs. Michigan State
Saturday, Nov. 4 (Military Appreciation Day) vs. Ohio State
Saturday, Nov. 25 vs. Maryland

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