MEET THE REAL RUDY! RUDY RUETTIGER LIVE AT INSCRIPTAGRAPHS!
2026–2027 COLLEGE FOOTBALL SEASON | MEET & GREET + AUTOGRAPH SIGNING
Meet the man behind one of the greatest underdog stories in sports history!
Inscriptagraphs Memorabilia is proud to welcome Daniel "Rudy" Ruettiger, the real-life inspiration behind the legendary 1993 sports film RUDY, starring Sean Astin, for a series of exclusive meet-and-greet and autograph signing appearances at our store inside the Flamingo Hotel & Casino on the Las Vegas Strip!
Against overwhelming odds, Rudy pursued his lifelong dream of playing football for the University of Notre Dame. Despite being told he was too small and would never make the team, his relentless determination earned him a place on the Fighting Irish roster. In his final game in 1975, Rudy achieved the seemingly impossible, taking the field and recording a sack in one of the most celebrated moments in Notre Dame football history.
His incredible journey inspired the beloved film RUDY, a timeless story of perseverance, heart, and the power of never giving up. More than 30 years after its release, the movie continues to inspire generations of athletes, dreamers, and fans around the world.
Now is your chance to meet the REAL RUDY, take photos, and have your memorabilia personally autographed by the man whose story inspired millions!
🏈 UPCOMING APPEARANCES
FIRST EVENT: SATURDAY, OCTOBER 24, 2026
TIME: 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM
LOCATION: Inscriptagraphs Memorabilia — Flamingo Hotel & Casino, Las Vegas
MORE DATES COMING SOON! Rudy will make additional appearances throughout the 2026–2027 college football season. Bookmark this page and check back regularly for newly announced dates and times!
✍️ AUTOGRAPH PACKAGES & PRICING
All autograph packages include the memorabilia item provided by Inscriptagraphs, except Customer-Owned Item options. Purchase your tickets in-store on the day of the signings.
| Autograph Package | Price |
|---|---|
| 8" × 10" Photo | $99.99 |
| 11" × 14" Rudy Movie Poster | $119.99 |
| Notre Dame Mini Helmet | $149.99 |
| Navy Jersey | $179.99 |
| Full-Size Replica Notre Dame Helmet | $299.99 |
| TOP SELLER! "Never Give Up" Autograph Package ($600 Value) includes a signed 11x14 Movie Poster, Signed Navy Jersey and Signed Replica Full Size Helmet | $479.99 |
| Customer-Owned Item: Photos, Posters, Hats, Mini Helmets | $99.99 |
| Customer-Owned Item: Full-Size Helmets, Jerseys, Footballs | $149.99 |
Customer-owned items must be supplied by the customer. Photo and poster sizes are unrestricted.
AUTOGRAPH ADD-ONS
| Add-On | Price |
|---|---|
| Inscription / Personalization | $39.99 |
| Hand-Drawn Sack Play Inscription (See Below) | $69.99 |
| Certificate of Authenticity (COA) | $15.00 |
🏈 SPECIAL SACK PLAY INSCRIPTION: Rudy will personally hand-draw his legendary Notre Dame sack play using football X's and O's, recreating the defining moment of his college football career! A unique addition to your autographed memorabilia.
⭐ RUDY LINE-BUSTER VIP UPGRADE — $99.99
SKIP THE LINE & ENJOY EXCLUSIVE STORE SAVINGS!
Get priority access as one of the first 20 guests in line, or purchase a Line-Buster during the event to move ahead of the general public line and be next to meet Rudy, subject to guests already being served.
BONUS: Receive 10% OFF qualifying purchases throughout our store for one hour from the time your Line-Buster is purchased.
The 60-minute discount window is strictly enforced. Line-Buster is an additional upgrade and does not include an autograph.
📍 LOCATION & FUTURE EVENTS
Inscriptagraphs Memorabilia
Inside the Flamingo Hotel & Casino
Las Vegas Strip — Las Vegas, Nevada
Can't make October 24th? Don't worry! Rudy will return for additional appearances throughout the 2026–2027 college football season.
CHECK BACK OFTEN FOR NEWLY ANNOUNCED EVENT DATES AND TIMES!
DON'T JUST WATCH THE MOVIE. MEET THE REAL RUDY! 🏈
Event dates, times, pricing, and availability are subject to change.