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Notre Dame Tailgate

A passionate group of Notre Dame fans that began their tailgate over 50 years ago that are always willing to share some epic tailgate stories. From dumping sand in the parking lot for a beach party back in the 80s this tailgate has come a long way. While a sibling was enrolled at ND and people constantly had trouble finding the tailgate despite having pole numbers in the parking lot they decided to do something about it to make life easier for those in search. One game around Halloween they found a giant inflatable Frankenstein and people have never had trouble since. They became known as the Frankenstein tailgate after that, and now that Frankenstein was decommissioned since he barely inflated anymore, they have replaced him in the lineup with a giant Mr. Stay Puft Marshmallow Man.

This ACC-adjacent tailgate has everything needed to elevate your gameday experience in Notre Dame, we've got plenty of shade with a few canopies to cover most of the tailgate if weather necessitates it. Usually we have about 30-40 guests and the event is open to all ages though, typically the guests are about 25-40 years old. Food varies by game but hot dogs and brats will always be on-hand with Bud Light, craft beer, water and pop to wash it all down! Come early to enjoy the party 5 hours before the game. Our stereo will be playing and our 15' tall Stay Puft inflatable will keep the party going for as long as we're there. Can't wait to meet you!

Tailgate At-A-Glance

AGES

Typically 21+

HOURS
BEFORE

5

HOURS
AFTER

N/A

FOOD

Varies by Game, Dogs & Brats Always.

DRINKS

Beer Cans, Pop, & Water

MUSIC

Stereo

Tailgating Schedule

Texas A&M Aggies @ Notre Dame Fighting Irish

NC State Wolfpack @ Notre Dame Fighting Irish

Syracuse Orange @ Notre Dame Fighting Irish

Purdue Boilermakers @ Notre Dame Fighting Irish

USC Trojans @ Notre Dame Fighting Irish

Boise State Broncos @ Notre Dame Fighting Irish

Navy Midshipmen @ Notre Dame Fighting Irish

Game Tickets

2025-2026 Game Tickets Coming Soon!

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