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Cherry Fridays Return Starting August 23

by Frank Mercogliano

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — There are some great New Mexico traditions … the Balloon Fiesta and roasting green chile among them.  Add Cherry Fridays to that list, because that tradition is back again for a third straight year.  UNM Athletics is partnering with Laguna Burger and Cumulus Radio to present Cherry Fridays.

Fans can come out and meet Cumulus Radio Station talent, Lobo staff and get free tickets and swag!  All the fun and action start on the Friday before every home game at Laguna Burger on 12th Street.  There will be lots of giveaways including 200 tickets for fans while supplies last.

Throughout the 2024 Football Season, starting on Friday, August 23, fans can head to Laguna Burger from 11:30 am to 1 pm while tickets and giveaways last.  Cumulus stations include 92.3 KRST Country, 610 AM/95.9 KNML The Sports Animal, 770 AM/96.3 News Radio KKOB, Magic 99.5 KMGA, and 93.3 The Q KOBQ.

Check out the schedule below to make sure you head out and meet the Lobos, meet your favorite DJs, pick up free swag and show your Cherry Friday Pride.

Cherry Fridays
Friday, August 23, Laguna Burger on 12th Street, 11:30 am-1 pm
Friday, September 20, Laguna Burger on 12th Street, 11:30 am-1 pm
Friday, October 11, Laguna Burger on 12th Street, 11:30 am-1 pm
Friday, November 1, Laguna Burger on 12th Street, 11:30 am-1 pm
Friday, November 15, Laguna Burger on 12th Street, 11:30 am-1 pm


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