The Ultimate Tailgate Party Checklist & Essential Game Day Gear
Gut Busters ApparelA great tailgate isn't about the game. Let's be honest, half the crowd never makes it inside the stadium. It's about the food, the drinks, the people, and the gear. Here's everything you need to throw the best tailgate in the lot.
The Ultimate Tailgate Checklist
The Setup
- Pop-up canopy (sun, rain, or both)
- Folding chairs and a folding table
- Portable speaker and a charged phone
- Team flag or banner so friends can find you
- Trash bags (be a good neighbor)
Food and Drinks
- Portable grill, propane, and a lighter
- Burgers, brats, and at least one dip
- Two coolers: one for drinks, one for food
- Ice. More ice than you think.
- Koozies for everyone (nobody likes a warm beer)
Games and Extras
- Cornhole boards
- Football for tossing
- Sunscreen and hand sanitizer
- Your loudest game day shirt
Game Day Koozies
Here's to Feelin' Good All the Time Koozie
The perfect pregame toast, no matter what the scoreboard says later. Shop the Feelin' Good Koozie →
Oh Lawd He Treadin' Koozie
For the guy who's already four beers deep by kickoff. Shop the He Treadin' Koozie →
Once It Hits Your Lips Koozie
A tailgate essential for anyone who's ever had a drink that tasted way too good. Shop the Hits Your Lips Koozie →
Top Gun Koozie
Highway to the danger zone (aka the parking lot after the game). Shop the Top Gun Koozie →
Graphic Tees for Game Day
Got That Dog In Me T-Shirt
Bring the energy your team needs. Shop the Got That Dog In Me Tee →
I Support Day Drinking T-Shirt
Noon kickoffs exist for a reason. Shop the Day Drinking Tee →
Flight Was Never An Option T-Shirt
For rivalry week, when backing down is not on the table. Shop the Flight Tee →