An 8,000-seat downtown stadium for Switchbacks FC soccer and other events, with free sensory kits and earplugs on the concourse. There's no re-entry, so the whole plan happens inside.
Weidner Field
Address
111 W. Cimarron St, Colorado Springs 80903 Directions
Hours
Open for matches and events only. Gates open 60 minutes before a match starts.
“Guests who feel overstimulated can access sensory items free of charge at the merchandise stand on the west side of the stadium.” “Weidner Field provides complimentary earplugs for guests that are available at our merchandise stand on the west side of the stadium.”
“Sensory kits are available upon request for those guests needing sensory accommodations to help them navigate certain elements of the match. Kits can be located at either one of our two apparel locations on the concourse.”
Our note Weidner Field is home to Switchbacks FC soccer and other events. The stadium names no sensory-friendly matches, so the sensory kit and earplugs are the supports to plan around. Pick them up on the way in, before the stands fill and it gets loud.
Our note Once you leave the stadium you can't come back in on the same ticket. Plan breaks inside: a walk on the concourse, a snack, or a few minutes away from the seats.
Our note Fireworks are possible at events. If your kid is sound-sensitive, have the earplugs or your own headphones in before kickoff.
Three things to know
Free sensory items, sensory kits and earplugs at the merchandise and apparel stands on the concourse, including the one on the west side.
No re-entry. “Once a ticketed guest exits the stadium from an event, that guest is not allowed to re-enter.” The only exception is a lightning delay.
Clear bags only, up to 18 by 12 by 6 inches or a one-gallon bag, plus a clutch up to 6.5 by 4.5 inches. Diapers and wipes go in the clear bag; diaper bags aren't allowed.
More: food, tickets, help, getting there
Named by the stadium; it publishes no noise scale and names no quiet spot
Louder, in the stadium's words
Fireworks and pyrotechnics (“Weidner Field events may involve the use of fireworks and other pyrotechnics.”)not stated
Quieter
Quiet roomnot stated
No outside food or drink, except one sealed water bottle up to 17 oz per person or one empty reusable bottle up to 32 oz. Supplies to feed a baby are welcome: baby food, snacks, formula, bottles and pumps.
Everyone 3 and older needs a ticket; kids 2 and under sit on a lap. ADA tickets and one companion seat per ADA ticket through the box office, 719-368-8480 ext. 119.
First aid is on the concourse behind Section 105, across from the West Side Apparel store.
If a child gets lost, staff take them to the West Side Apparel location on the concourse. Tell the nearest staff member.
The stadium is cashless, with no ATMs inside.
Accessible parking with a state permit is on the west side off Sierra Madre Street, first come, first served. The elevator is on the west side at the McDivitt Club doors. All gates are accessible except Gate D.
The family restroom on the west side has an adult changing table.
What the stadium doesn't say
not stated a quiet room or sensory room
not stated what is in the sensory kits
not stated sensory-friendly matches
not stated how loud matches get
not stated a social story
not stated where to park without an accessible permit
Gates open an hour before the match. Clear bags only, and everyone's bag is checked at the gate. Free sensory kits and earplugs are at the merchandise and apparel stands on the concourse. Crowds cheer, and some events use fireworks. Once you leave, you can't come back in, so breaks happen on the concourse. Change anything.
Common questions
What if my child won't look at the schedule or story?
That is common at first. Leave it where the moment happens, point to one picture at a time, and keep it low-pressure. Many kids warm up to it after a few calm tries, in their own time.
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