Planning a Tailgate Party

     It’s that time of year football is taking place so it’s time to party. A way to show team spirit is by having a tailgate party. The party is usually held in a parking lot of the stadium. The tailgate party gets its name because it typically takes place around the tailgate of a truck.

     There are several things to do to prepare for a tailgate party. The first thing you need to do    prior to having the party is to find out if a permit is required. You can check with the stadium to find out the rules and guidelines before making arrangements. Remember that others will be showing the same team spirit as you are, regardless whether it’s your team or not be respectful to other tailgaters. It’s all in fun so having a good time and supporting your favorite team is what’s important. Layout your spot in the parking lot for your next tailgate party. The earlier you plan the more popular your party will be.

     Next is selecting the type of food you want to serve. The best choice is something that can be prepared in a short time frame such as fifteen minutes or less. Remember that a tailgate party takes place in a parking lot so a grocery store is not something that will be handy. Preparing a list of items will make a successful tailgate party.

     Sometimes preparing food ahead of time such as potato salad and baked beans. Popular foods that are commonly fixed at tailgate parties are hamburgers, hotdogs, bratwurst, and chicken wings. Those are all items that can be cooked on a gas or charcoal grill. Desserts are something that needs to be prepared ahead of time. Different types of cookies will be something that will go over well with tailgaters. Other quick to grab foods you might consider are nachos.

     Now when you’re choosing the beverages choose something that will be enjoyed by your entire guest. Sometimes it’s best if serving hot and cold drinks. Cold drinks that you may want to serve include soda, water, Gatorade, and alcoholic beverages. When it’s cold out your guest may prefer to have a warm cup of hot chocolate verses a cold beer.

     Getting your do list to together. Here’s a basic check list for all you tailgaters; BBQ grill, cooking utensils, napkins, coolers, tables, beverages, food, and most of all don’t forget your team flags and whatever else you might have showing support of your team.

     Another idea is having contest on team attire. This is always been an area that individuals can come up with some rather attention-grabbing highlights to add to the party. For any other ideas you can search places on the internet such as http://www.ehow.com/list_6969607_tailgate-party-game-ideas.html .

     Even though having a tailgate party can be full of fun and enjoyment there is a time when all good things must come to an end. So planning a clean-up party is something you might want to consider so you’re not left with it all. Good luck football fans.  Go Steelers!