Packers Give Back Game to honor NAMI Wisconsins commitment to mental health advocacy throughout Wisconsin

Lambeau Field is set to welcome fans for Friday's preseason matchup between the Green Bay Packers and Arizona Cardinals. The game is presented byCenexand kickoff is at 7 p.m.

In collaboration withNAMI Wisconsin(National Alliance on Mental Illness), NAMI has invited individuals from its 24 local affiliates across the state, including staff, board members, volunteers and program participants, as well as NAMI On Campus student leaders, Raise Your Voice club advisors, state trainers, Crisis Intervention Team (CIT) coordinators, Youth Advisory Council members and other dedicated members of the NAMI Wisconsin community to take part in this special event. Prior to kickoff, several honorees from NAMI will take the field to be recognized.

As a new season begins, fans should ensure the most current version of the Packers mobile app has been downloaded to their mobile device. Fans are reminded thatLambeau Field and all its businesses are cashless, including parking. Concession stands and other terminals around the stadium feature tap-to-pay technology, allowing fans to pay up to four times faster than before. Those who do not have credit/debit cards or contactless payment solutions may use a cash-to-card conversion station located in the Atrium.

Game attendees who have not visited Lambeau Field recently are encouraged to explore the upper and lower concourses to enjoy the variety of concession stands available, including efficient grab-and-go concessions and market-style stands. Fans can also visit two levels of the Miller Lite End Zone on the north side of the stadium, which includes the grab-and-go Miller Lite Market and the Miller Lite End Zone Bar, a climate-controlled bar space. Attendees can also enjoy dozens of large LED screens throughout both levels of the concourse to stay updated on the game action while away from their seats.

Fireworkswill be set off from the stadium roof one hour prior to kickoff to remind fans to head toward the stadium to be inside by kickoff.Fans entering all gates will receive magnetic game schedules, compliments ofCenex.

Prior to the national anthem, the Packers will recognizeU.S.Air Force veteran Morgan SaracenathroughOperation Fan Mail, presented byNetwork Health. Fourteen-year-old singer/songwriterYolanda Ji,a Seattle, Wash., native, will perform the anthem. At halftime, the Bonduel Bears and Peshtigo Bulldogs will take part in theHigh School Quarterback Challenge presented by HPE/Camera Corner, and teams fromSt. Francis Xavier Youth Footballwill scrimmage.

Fans are also invited to see the newPackers Sensory Activation Vehicle, presented byTicketmaster, in the Atrium. The SAV, designed to support sensory regulation for neurodivergent fans or those with sensory needs, will be just inside the Oneida Nation Gate.

Fans are reminded of the stadium safety policy. No bags or purses will be allowed inside Lambeau Field unless they are clear and are no larger than 12" by 6" by 12." All fans entering Lambeau Field on gamedays will use walk-through metal detectors.

The Lambeau Field parking lots will open Friday at 3 p.m., with stadium gates opening at 5 p.m. The Atrium will be open to ticket holders at 1 p.m. via the American Family Insurance Gate. Fans may exit and re-enter up until 3 p.m. by having their ticket 'exit scanned' at the same gate. Guests with specials needs should note that wheelchair assistance is limited and is on a first-come, first-served basis. Guests with mobility challenges are encouraged to use their own wheelchairs.

Fans can visit the Johnsonville Tailgate Village, the permanent tailgating and event structure in the stadium's east side parking lot. The space hosts ticketed and non-ticketed guests starting at 3 p.m. and will feature live music from the band Party Animal as well as food,beveragesand a festive tailgating atmosphere.Please note that for this preseason game only, the Johnsonville Tailgate Village will close at kickoff.

For more gameday info, visitpackers.com/lambeau-field/gameday-information.