In conjunction with partners across the University, Columbia Athletics announces the following policies and procedures for game day activities at the Baker Athletics Complex, effective for the 2011 college football season. We aim to provide a safe, fan-friendly environment for cheering on the Columbia Lions, and offer opportunities for picnicking, barbecuing and alumni-student interaction. Please see below for details.

Gates to the Baker Athletics Complex open at 11:30 a.m. for game 3 (Homecoming) vs. Penn on October 15.  Wien Stadium opens to the public at 2 p.m.  Game time is 3:30 p.m.

Getting to Baker Athletics Complex

Fans are encouraged to use the New York City subway 1 train or the A train to attend Columbia's October 15th game vs. Penn.  For detailed subway directions, including transfer and MTA shuttle bus information, click here. For additional information on MTA New York City Subway service, including planned and last-minute service interruptions, please visit http://travel.mtanyct.info/serviceadvisory/

Prior to Saturday's football game on October 15, Columbia University Athletics will sponsor complimentary shuttle buses from the Columbia Morningside campus to and from the Baker Athletics Complex. Buses will run starting at 12 noon and return to campus immediately following the game.

For those traveling by MTA New York City Bus, the M100, Bx20 and Bx7 stop near 218th Street and Broadway. For those arriving by MTA Metro North commuter rail, the Marble Hill station is located on the north shore of Spuyten Duyvil, just across the Broadway Bridge from the Baker Athletics Complex.

Pedestrian Entry and Exit

All fans must enter and exit the Baker Athletics Complex through the Class of 1905 Gates (218th Street and Park Terrace West). All bags are subject to search. Alcoholic beverages, weapons and glass bottles may not be carried into the complex through the pedestrian entrance. Alcoholic beverages are prohibited in Lawrence A. Wien Stadium.

Pre-game Picnic Area, presented by Mel's Burger Bar

Columbia Athletics and University Event Management will once again host a Pre-game Picnic Area, presented by Mel's Burger Bar located on Broadway and 110th Street, at the Baker Athletics Complex before every home football game in 2011. The Pre-game Picnic Area features communal barbecue grills, picnic tables and a beverage concession stand serving soft drinks and beer. 

For Homecoming on Saturday, October 15, a second beverage service area will be open in Parking Lot B overlooking Robertson Field at Satow Stadium. On Saturday, October 15, the concession stands will open at 2 p.m. and close at 4 p.m.  All beverages will be free of charge.

Gameday Parking

Preferred parking is available as a benefit only to those individuals making qualifying gifts to Columbia Football. Single-game parking is unavailable.

Area Parking: Fans arriving by vehicle without preferred parking passes will be directed to public parking facilities in the area. The public parking garages nearest to the Baker Athletics Complex are located at West 218th Street and 10th Avenue; between Isham and Post Avenue on 10th Avenue; 4055 Tenth Avenue; 4036 10th Avenue and 3976 10th Avenue.  Please note: Columbia is not responsible for the services provided by the businesses at the above addresses.

Patrons Requiring Disability Access: Disabled patrons arriving in vehicles without parking passes may be dropped off at the wheelchair-accessible entrance to the Baker Athletics Complex on 218th Street and Park Terrace East.  Courtesy carts are available to shuttle people with disabilities around the Baker Athletics Complex as needed.

Preferred Parking: Entry to preferred parking lots is limited to those holding preferred parking passes. All parking passes are subject to the Baker Athletics Complex Fans Code of Conduct (see below) and are revocable at the discretion of Columbia University Athletics.

Baker Athletics Complex Fans Code of Conduct

Columbia University and Columbia University Athletics promote responsible behavior by all individuals in attendance at athletic events held at the Baker Athletics Complex. Alcoholic beverages, controlled substances and glass containers may not be carried in through the Baker Athletics Complex pedestrian entrance and are prohibited inside Lawrence A. Wien Stadium.

Alcoholic beverages may be consumed by fans 21 years of age and older only in designated areas: preferred parking lot B and the Pre-Game Picnic Area (where fans will wear wristbands after showing photo ID demonstrating legal age). To ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for all of our patrons, we encourage all fans to drink responsibly. University proctors, Event Management staff and security personnel will monitor the picnic and parking areas for underage and irresponsible drinking. Individuals who behave irresponsibly or who furnish alcohol to those under 21 years of age will be subject to ejection from the premises.

In order to provide a fan-friendly and safe experience for all fans, disorderly conduct and use of inappropriate, racist or sexist language is not permitted while at the Baker Athletics Complex, including Lawrence A. Wien Stadium. Weapons of all kinds are prohibited at the Baker Athletics Complex. All bags are subject to search.