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Colorado State Traditions

Canvas Stadium · Fort Collins, CO

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The Traditions
Colorado State's traditions center around CAM the Ram, the beloved live mascot who roams the sidelines and fires up the crowd before every home game.
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Pregame Rituals
The "I'm a Ram" fight song echoes through Canvas Stadium after every score, and fans raise their fists in the Ram Horn hand signal throughout the game.
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In-Game Moments
The Ag Day game celebrates the university's land-grant heritage with special festivities.
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Must Experience
Visiting fans should also watch for the marching band's spirited pregame performance and the green smoke that fills the air when the Rams take the field — it's a dramatic entrance that sets the tone.
PRO TIP
Learn the Ram Horn hand signal before you arrive — even visiting fans get a kick out of joining in after big plays.
PLAN YOUR TRIP
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Frequently Asked Questions — Traditions

What are the most famous Colorado State traditions?

Colorado State has a rich set of game day traditions built up over decades of college football. From pregame walk-outs to halftime rituals, the experience at Canvas Stadium is shaped as much by what happens around the game as the game itself.

What chants do Colorado State fans use?

Colorado State fans have signature chants and crowd responses that are part of the in-stadium experience. New visitors are often surprised by how quickly the crowd syncs up on key plays — especially third downs and touchdowns.

Is there a pregame show at Canvas Stadium?

Most programs including Colorado State feature pregame band performances, team walk-outs, and student section traditions before kickoff. Arriving 60–90 minutes early lets you experience the full pregame atmosphere at Canvas Stadium.