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FOOTBALL TAILGATE POLICIES
In an effort to create an enhanced game day experience for our fans, alumni and student body, East Texas A&M University Athletics has revised its football parking and tailgating policies and procedures. Our first priority is to provide a safe and fun environment for anyone who comes on our campus for an athletic event.

New for this year, fans may tailgate directly adjacent to their parking spot in designated locations. Tailgating is only permitted adjacent to the parking spots along Neal Street between the Field House and Memorial Stadium, and the open green space on the west side of the Field House (Field House Lawn).
 
All parking lots, including designated tailgating lots, are filled on a “first come, first served” basis on the day of the game. All parking lots open FIVE (5) hours prior to kickoff.

Additional parking and tailgating details, including pricing, maps, policies and procedures, are included below.

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PRICING
Parking Lot Season Price Single Game
Welcome Center Lot $200 $50
Lots 1-3 $100 $25
Lot 4, BA Lot $80 $20
Tailgate Lot $100 $25

TAILGATING AREA MAP
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RULES
  • Parking spots (including those in designated tailgating locations) will be filled on a "first come, first served" basis on the day of the game. No spots will be reserved in advance.
  • Tailgates adjacent to parking locations are limited to the width of your parking spot and extending up to fifteen (15) feet deep from the sidewalk.
  • Tailgates cannot block sidewalks or extend into the street.
  • Tailgating on the Field House Lawn is on a first come, first served basis.
  • Tailgate setups prior to parking lots opening on day of game are only permitted on the Field House Lawn and requires preapproval and purchase of a parking pass. (Contact liontickets@etamu.edu for preapproval). University and Lion Athletics are not responsible for any unattended items.
  • Smokers or other large items that do not fit within the tailgate spot may require purchase of another parking spot. 
  • Alcohol is only permitted in designated tailgate locations and for those at least 21 years of age.
  • No glass bottles or cups permitted in tailgate locations.
  • Alcohol shall not leave tailgating locations at any time.
  • The sale of food, beverages or other commercial products is strictly prohibited unless prior approval by Lion Athletics. (Contact josiah.castro@etamu.edu for preapproval).
  • Companies may not issue sample products without prior approval by Lion Athletics. (Contact josiah.castro@etamu.edu for preapproval).
  • Fundraising or solicitation in parking lots and tailgating areas is not permitted unless preapproved by Lion Athletics. (Contact josiah.castro@etamu.edu for preapproval).
  • Banners, signage, and product placement is not permitted without preapproval by Lion Athletics. (Contact josiah.castro@etamu.edu for preapproval).
  • Any advertisement (including political) is strictly prohibited without preapproval from the University and Lion Athletics. (Contact josiah.castro@etamu.edu for preapproval).
  • Only service animals are permitted in tailgating locations.
  • All groups or individuals must clean up tailgates. If area is not cleaned, the group or individual may be subject to forfeiture of tailgating privileges.
  • Individual(s) or groups engaging in inappropriate or disruptive behavior will be directed by law enforcement personnel to cease and desist.
  • Music must be reasonably confined to your tailgate area and may not include vulgar, inappropriate, or explicit lyrics. Game day operations staff and University Police will have sole discretion in determining if the music content and overall volume level of the sound system is appropriate.
  • Portable generators should be placed in the least disturbing areas of your tailgate spot. (i.e. In the back of truck, in the middle of the tailgate spot, or have the muffler directed away from the nearest neighbor). 
  • Vehicles parked on Frontage Road, Lots 1, 2, 3, and 4, and Welcome Center Lot should be moved at close of business on the day before a home game. Vehicles left in these lots are subject to towing if vehicle is not moved by the morning of the game.
  • Unlicensed or uninsured vehicles are prohibited.
  • All patrons are expected to abide by the Student Code of Conduct, all University policies, and all applicable laws. Failure to follow these rules and regulations may result in eviction from the premise with possible University, local, or state action to follow.