So you’ve been to a few of your friends’ tailgating parties, and now you want to try one of your own. Well, a lot more goes into throwing a successful tailgate than you might think. Here are a few tips and things to consider when planning the perfect pre-game party.
1. Plan your menu! Go shopping two to three days in advance. Remember that there may not be a place for everyone to sit and eat, so foods that can be eaten standing up and with only one hand are ideal.
2. Pack up the night before! Prep everything so there’s less to do and worry about the day of. Slice up fruits and veggies; marinate meats; and pack up all the utensils, plates, condiments, and napkins. Anything that doesn’t need to be kept cold can be loaded into the car the night before game day.
3. Rep your team! Deck out yourself and your tailgating site in your team’s colors and logos. We’re talking shirts, tents, socks, plates, coolers, and even grilling utensils. Go all out.
4. Arrive early! Secure the perfect tailgating site that’s near a grassy area (the edge of the lot or near a median) for the kids to run around and that’s shaded for when the sun starts to rise. Make sure to tag your site with a brightly colored canopy or flag so friends and family can easily spot it.
5. Don’t leave in a hurry! Plan to stay an extra hour or two after the game ends. You won’t be stuck sitting in traffic with everyone else, plus you’ll have time to clean up your tailgating site.
6. Practice, practice, practice! The only way to get good at tailgating is to do it often and learn what works best for you and your crew.
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