WYOMING ATHLETICS ANNOUNCES "LIGHT UP LARADISE" FOR NOVEMBER 20 FOOTBALL SHOWDOWN AGAINST NEW MEXICO
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First-of-its-kind LED wristband experience, glow-in-the-dark T-shirt giveaway and special fan promotions to highlight nationally-televised game against New Mexico
LARAMIE, Wyo. (Nov. 11, 2026) – Wyoming Athletics is calling on Cowboy Country to help create one of the most electric atmospheres in War Memorial Stadium history with the launch of "Light Up Laradise," a first-of-its-kind fan experience set for Friday, Nov. 20, when the Wyoming Cowboys host nationally ranked New Mexico at 7 p.m.
Riding a four-game winning streak, officially bowl eligible and undefeated at home this season, the Cowboy Football team will welcome the Lobos to Laramie in fans' next opportunity to see the team at home. Wyoming Athletics is encouraging fans across the state and beyond to pack War Memorial Stadium and help provide an unforgettable home-field advantage.
As part of the Light Up Laradise initiative, every fan in attendance will receive a complimentary, interactive LED wristband that will illuminate and change colors in synchronization with the stadium's music, videoboards and in-game entertainment.
The technology will allow fans to become an active part of the game-day production, creating a coordinated light show throughout War Memorial Stadium. From pregame introductions to key moments throughout the contest, thousands of fans will help transform The War into a sea of Brown and Gold.
Adding to the excitement, Wyoming Athletics will feature several special promotions throughout the evening, including:
- Glow-in-the-Dark T-Shirt Toss: During the game, 1,000 lucky fans will take home an exclusive, glow-in-the-dark "Script Laradise" T-shirt through a special in-game T-shirt toss.
- Cowboy Joe Club Thunderstick Giveaway: The Cowboy Joe Club will provide complimentary thunderstick noisemakers to the first 1,000 fans who visit its tailgate tent prior to kickoff, helping Cowboy Country bring even more noise and energy to The War.
- Interactive LED Wristbands: Every fan in attendance will receive a complimentary LED wristband, allowing the entire stadium to participate in the synchronized Light Up Laradise experience.
Beyond the unique fan experience, the initiative represents a department-wide effort to unite the University of Wyoming, its students, alumni, supporters and communities throughout the state behind Cowboy Football.
One Team. One State. One Unforgettable Night.
Wyoming Athletics encourages fans to secure their tickets early and join fellow UW supporters for a Friday night under the lights unlike any other in War Memorial Stadium history.
PACK THE WAR. LIGHT UP LARADISE.
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