How to Tailgate at the Coliseum in Los Angeles, California

The historic Los Angeles Coliseum was the venue for the 1932 and 1984 Summer Olympics and the home of the USC Trojans. The Coliseum provides a unique experience for tailgaters as the stadium is directly adjecent to the USC campus and several museums, including the Museum of Natural History and the California Science Museum.

Instructions

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      Bring a large car, if you can, to pack all of the items you need.

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      Pack items that can be carried easily, as you are likely not able to tailgate at your car. Most of the parking is in USC parking structures, and the tailgating vestivities occur on the main section of the USC campus.

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      Pack the following items with you: a small barbeque with charcoal if you intend on cooking, foldable chairs, one foldable table, the food you wish to cook, and one football to throw around.

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      Bring enough money for parking. If you intend on seeing a USC football game, be prepared to pay over $20 as these games are in high demand.

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      Bring additional money if you intend on visiting the Natural History Museum and the California Museum of Science on your trip. These places are open to the public during spectator events at the Coliseum.