How to Pack for a Tailgate Party

Store your tailgate party supplies in a large plastic tub. Then just grab the food and your tub and party.

Things You'll Need

  • Plastic Flatware
  • Barbecue Grills
  • Charcoal
  • Grill Utensils
  • Towels
  • First Aid Kits
  • Aprons
  • Napkins
  • Paper Plates
  • Plastic Freezer Bags
  • Plastic Jugs
  • Tongs
  • Trash Bags
  • Folding Chairs
  • Folding Tables
  • Ice Chests
  • Paper plates
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Instructions

    • 1

      Store plates, napkins, towels, forks, spoons, knives, a first aid kit, aprons, tongs and heavy trash bags in a plastic tub.

    • 2

      If you're going to grill, remember charcoal, lighter fluid, matches (toss these in your tub), barbecue utensils and your grill.

    • 3

      Prepare all the food you can a day or two early and store in disposable containers. That way you don't have to worry about washing the dishes.

    • 4

      Pack all perishable foodstuffs in freezer bags in an ice chest.

    • 5

      Freeze plastic jugs, such as juice or milk containers, 3/4 full of water. Remove them from the freezer on game day for fresh, cold water.

    • 6

      Make butter bowl towelettes (see "How to Make Butter Bowl Towelettes") to carry with you to clean up sticky fingers and faces.

    • 7

      Pack meats in freezer bags in ice. Make hamburger patties ahead of time.

    • 8

      Pack a table, folding chairs and team spirit paraphernalia.