How to Throw a Tailgate Party

You can gear up for the big game in the stadium parking lot (or in your own driveway) with a good-time BBQ tailgate party.

Things You'll Need

  • Portable Radios
  • Barbecue Grills
  • Grill Baskets
  • Grill Utensils
  • Wire Grill Brushes
  • Folding Chairs
  • Folding Tables
  • Ice Chests
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Instructions

    • 1

      Put on every bit of clothing you own with your team's insignia on it. You cannot go overboard here. Face paint in your team's colors is always a nice touch.

    • 2

      Decorate your truck, van or sports utility vehicle (see "How To Decorate Your Vehicle for a Tailgate Party"), making sure to put a flag on your antennae so that your friends can find you.

    • 3

      Pack your ice chest with lots of hamburgers and hotdogs to grill, buns and condiments (see "How to Pack for a Tailgate Party") along with plenty of beer. If it is cold, you may want to make a batch of tailgate tumblers (see "How To Make A Tailgate Tumbler") before you leave and bring them along in a thermos.

    • 4

      Pack your BBQ grill, charcoal, lighter fluid and spatula. If you really want to show off your team spirit, you can get a helmet grill or NFL cooler with your team's logo on it.

    • 5

      Order a party-in-a-box, including plates, napkins, cups, cover and snack bowl, with your team's insignia on it.

    • 6

      Bring a portable radio, and set it up on top of your vehicle so that you can hear pregame interviews or keep track of the other games going on.

    • 7

      Bring several folding chairs so that everyone can sit comfortably while they chow down.

    • 8

      After a few drinks, wander around until you find John Madden's bus - wave and yell, "Hi, John," at the tinted windows.