Fans' guide to UCLA's spring game

UCLA's annual spring football game is scheduled for 7 p.m. Saturday at the Rose Bowl. If you're planning on attending this free event, here are some helpful tips:

Forecast: The current forecast is for 89 degrees during the day but 59 at night, so dress in layers and bring a jacket. If you come early, it's a good idea to have sunscreen. And sunglasses (this is L.A., after all).

Other things to bring: Digital cameras are always a good idea. Bring cash for parking ($10 per car, $20 per RV) and concessions (food and novelty items). With jersey number changes and a couple of new faces, it's helpful to have a roster. You can print one out here.

Getting there: The Dodgers are taking on division rival Colorado at 7:10 p.m. Saturday, and, combined with early Hollywood traffic, the 110 Freeway probably will be a nightmare. Avoid it if you can. Pasadena police are expecting any road closures near the stadium.

Pre-pregame: Don't come any earlier than 3 p.m. because there's an autism walk in the morning. Even if you participate in the walk and want to stay for tailgating, authorities will make you leave the parking lot and come back later.

Pregame:- You can start tailgating when the parking lot gates open at 3 p.m. There will be no golf course parking, just pavement. Lady Bruins 101 starts at 3:30 p.m., but the session is preregistration ONLY and is already sold out. Bruin Kids Club Field Day begins at 4:30 p.m. and goes for about two hours. About 5 p.m., the team will walk through the Area H picnic grounds and into the stadium similar to the regular season. Stadium gates will open at 6:15 p.m. and kickoff is scheduled for 7 p.m.

Getting in: As mentioned, it's free to get in. You will be checked for prohibited items, so leave any alcohol, weapons and red shirts at home. You can enter through Gates A and B. Seating will be through Tunnels 17, 18, 19 and 20.

Postgame: Players and coaches will be signing autographs afterward. Bring something you want signed and a good pen (Sharpies tend to be the best).