Rutgers has set this year’s “Blackout”: Friday, Sept. 19 vs. Iowa in a Big Ten showdown.

“The Blackout is Back” for Rutgers football’s Big Ten opener versus Iowa on Friday, Sept. 19 at SHI Stadium. The game, presented by Horizon, is set to kick off at 8 p.m. and will be televised nationally on FOX.

Fans are encouraged to wear black and be in their seats by 7:30 p.m. to see the pregame light and fireworks spectacular. The team will bring out its black uniforms and helmets.

Season ticket holders can log in to their account now to purchase single game tickets to the Blackout or any 2025 home game as part of their benefits package. Single game tickets for the general public open Tuesday, June 24.

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Starting today, take advantage of an exclusive summer three-game mini plan. Select a non-conference game, matchups against Iowa or Maryland, plus either games versus Oregon or Penn State.

Rutgers students can secure their Blackout tickets now through a combo plan. Free Blackout shirts will be distributed to all Rutgers students for game day on Sept. 19 and go on sale to the public as part of the Nike launch on July 1.

The Rutgers Boardwalk, presented by Visit New Jersey, is set to open at 4 p.m. At halftime, stay tuned for a never-before-seen New Jersey-style Blackout performance from The Marching Scarlet Knights and Rutgers Spirit Team.

This will mark the second straight year starting Big Ten play with a home Friday game, as the Scarlet Knights defeated Washington, 21-18, in front of a crowd of 54,079 for last season’s Blackout at SHI Stadium.

The Provident Bank Stadium Club returns as the exclusive, premium hospitality space at SHI Stadium. Limited seats remain, book your spot today.

Season tickets are now on sale. To purchase, visit ScarletKnights.com/tickets or call 866-445-GORU (4678). Benefits of being a season ticket holder include an exclusive opportunity to purchase season parking on Busch campus within walking distance to SHI Stadium, special pricing, a payment plan option, early access to season tickets and other Rutgers ticket offers throughout the year. Purchasing season tickets directly supports student-athletes. Visit Rutgers Football Ticket Central for more information.

The Scarlet Knights are coming off a second straight winning season, posting a program-high points per game in the Big Ten era. The 2025 campaign opens with four consecutive games at SHI Stadium and features seven home opportunities overall.