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BALTIMORE, MD – In anticipation of heavy traffic in Baltimore City for the 108th Army-Navy game at M&T Bank Stadium on December 1st, the Maryland Stadium Authority is asking all fans attending the game to arrive early and have a plan for getting to the stadium prior to leaving for the event. A crowd of over 71,000 is expected. Many are unfamiliar with the streets and parking facilities, which could lead to increased congestion around the stadium. A guide entitled “What is your Game Plan? Getting to M&T Bank Stadium” has been distributed to all ticket purchasers by the academies and the Baltimore Ravens. All ticket holders are urged to read the guide carefully to understand all available transportation and parking options and make their plans in advance. The guide outlines public transportation options, driving directions, downtown parking locations and even tips for walking to the game. This information, and links to public transportation locations and schedules, has been posted on www.baltimoreravens.com. This can be accessed, along with other Army-Navy information, from the Stadium Authority homepage (“What’s Happening at Camden Yards”) at www.mdstad.com
All stadium parking spaces have all been sold in advance, and cash sales will not be available. Fans without stadium parking passes are urged to pre-purchase space in a nearby downtown parking facility by going to the webpage and following the links to download a voucher. The Maryland Transit Authority (MTA) provides the best option for those without parking passes. Fans are encouraged to visit www.mtamaryland.com for more information on Light Rail, Metro Subway and local bus routes. Light Rail will offer an additional free park and ride lot at the BWI Business Park on game day for added convenience. Stadium parking lots open at 7:00 a.m. and gates open at 8:00 a.m. The spectacular “March-On” of both academies from Oriole Park to M&T Bank Stadium should not be missed. It steps off at approximately 9:00 a.m. For those interested in impromptu tailgating, the new food court on Ravens Walk, featuring some favorite tastes of Baltimore, will open along the parade route at 8:00 am. The Maryland Stadium Authority urges fans to savor every moment of the pageantry and tradition that is the Army–Navy game. To do so, check into all the options, come early, and have your “game plan” ready December 1st. |
