How to Host A Tailgate

Tailgating is one of the best things about sporting events. It is a time for friends and family to get together and enjoy cheering on their favorite team. While preparing for the game, you’ll want to be sure your team is well represented at your tailgate, whether you yell "Go Tigers," hang your team’s flag, or dress everything up in orange and purple to personalize your tailgate. Make sure you buy more than enough food; you never know who just might happen to show up at your tailgate. No tailgate can be complete without some sweets to accompany the grilled goodness and snacks.

Top list of items to bring to a tailgate:
Corn-hole boards
Football
Canopy
TV with cable and satellite connector
Folding chairs
Spirit clothes
Food (hot dogs, burgers, Chick-fil-a nuggets, chips, dip, etc.)
Desserts (cookies, rice crispy treats, brownies, etc.)
Drinks (water, beer, alcohol, Gatorade, mixers, etc.)
Portable grill
Portable power or generator
Folding tables
Table cloths or plastic covers
Cups, plates, napkins
Coolers and ice
Outdoor fan

Some rules and regulations you should know tailgating at Clemson sporting events: 
No parking in areas not designated as football parking areas.

1. Follow the instructions of all parking attendants. Parkas directed to ensure that all space is used efficiently. Saving space(s) is not allowed.

2. Trailers/cookers/tents must be confined to your parking space. Each placard holds a space 9 feet wide by 23 feet long. Any items that prohibit the complete use of a parking area will be prohibited.

3. Golf carts, mopeds, motorcycles, and scooters are prohibited inside the interior of Clemson’s parking areas unless they have the proper credentials. Golf cart passes are issued to university vehicles, vendors and working staff; these are not for sale or general distribution.

4. Tailgating and tents are restricted to the space behind each vehicle. Drive aisles must be kept clear or cleared when another fan is trying to access their assigned space. Tailgating items are to be stored and out of the drive aisles when you enter the game. CUAD is not responsible for stolen items, so please store, hide and lock all valuables in your car.

5. Bands, large speakers or PA equipment that disturbs others is not allowed.

6. Solicitations of any kind are prohibited. Items will be confiscated, and you will be removed from the campus.

7. Portable generators are allowed as long as they are rated at 70dB or lower, as to not disturb other tailgaters.

8. Banners and signage for advertising purposes are not allowed without prior approval from CUAD. Product sampling is also prohibited without CUAD approval.

9. Outside catering companies are not allowed without prior approval from CUAD.

10. Outside catering companies are not allowed without prior approval from CUAD.

The goal is to provide great parking and a tailgating environment that can be enjoyed by your family and friends that come onto campus each Clemson football game day. Go Tigers!

2019 Parking Rates: Car Single Game Pass: $25

All car single game pass holders must present a printout of the receipt to gain admission to the lot and the license plate number of the vehicle must match the receipt. No refunds will be issued.

The parking lot opens at 6 a.m. for noon games and 8:00 a.m. for all other games.

Pets are welcome, provided they are wearing ID and current rabies tags, and are kept on a leash at all times. Pet owners are required to clean up after their pets.

Overnight parking is not allowed.