Tailgate

A game-day tailgate built around school pride, cold drinks, shared traditions, and a setup that brings everyone together before kickoff

Tailgates don’t have one right formula.

They work when the basics are dialed and the space feels welcoming.

Build the Base

Start with the essentials:

• Tents or canopies for shade
• Coolers packed with ice
• Fans or water misters for hot days
• Clear gathering space for the group

Once the base is set, everything else stacks on top.

Game-Day Pride

Lean into the school identity:

• Chapter or school banners
• Flags
• Team colors throughout the setup

It immediately anchors the tailgate and gives people a place to rally.

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Stations, Not One Big Crowd

Tailgates flow better when there are zones:

• Drink station
• Games or activities
• Hangout area under the tent

This keeps people moving instead of lingering.

These are optional adds that turn a basic tailgate into a memorable one.

• Keg stand station
• Dunkaroo station
• Ice luge
• Mechanical bull
• Live band or DJ

You don’t need all of them. One or two strong options usually does the trick to help your tailgate stand out

Light the Grill

Great way to stand out is by grilling quality food at your tailgate

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These help elevate the setup without overthinking it.

• Custom koozies
• Branded banners or flags
• Tents and canopy rentals
• Mechanical bull
• Stage or sound setup for music

Music

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