Tailgate

Hosting a Tailgate

A tailgate is a party before a sports event, usually taking place in an outdoor venue, and featuring BBQs and cold beverages.

Contents

Section	Header text
1.1	What You'll Need
1.2	Legal Considerations
1.3	Other Considerations
1.4	Turning a Profit

1.1 What You'll Need

1. EUS BBQ (see BBQs)
2. charcoal
3. BBQ fluid
4. Rake for coals
5. Oven mits
6. Water jugs used for refilling
7. Easy-pour water jug to dispense into cups
8. Giant bin to store cold beverages
9. Several bags of ice
10. Tents - check Clubs hub, bring at least three
11. Pegs for the tents
12. Duct tape (always)
13. Tables and chairs
14. Napkins
15. Condiments
16. Hot dogs, hot dog buns, veggie/gluten free dogs
17. A large pot to boil hot dogs
18. Tongs
19. Sleeves of cups
20. Garbage bags
21. Beer die tables and dice
22. Activities such as corn hole, horseshoe, arts and crafts
23. Party rocker Max
24. Sunscreen
25. Laptop to check ticket sales
26. Tickets to be exchanged for food

1.2 Legal Considerations

• Under the picnic law, it is illegal to consume alcohol in a public space without the presence of food.
• If you are hosting a tailgate outside of a designated event, such as in association with the Montreal Alouettes, you may need to purchase a single-day food permit from MAPAQ for 36$.
• The exchange of physical money should be avoided Sponsors are typically unwelcome if the event is in collaboration with the Alouettes.

1.3 Other Considerations

• If you're hosting in Parc Jeanne-Mance, remember that you will not have access to electricity, nor will you have direct access to running water. A few picnic tables will be provided.
• Try to reduce waste by encouraging participants to bring their own cups.
• Invite a photographer to your event

1.4 Turning a Profit

Here is an example of drink deals, determined by the Frosh 2019 committee

• Basic Admission (tailgate + game): $15
• Frosh Lite (6 coupons): $15
• Frosh and the Furious Pack: (basic admission + 2 coupons): $19
• High Roller Pack (10 coupons): $20
• Retroactive JC Application (basic admission + 5 coupons): $25
• Power Hour Pack (basic admission + 8 coupons): $30
• 2 Frosh 2 Furious (2 basic admission + 5 coupons): $38.50
• The Distillery (25 coupons): $42
• Road 2.O-week (2 basic admissions + 12 coupons): $50
• Storm Molson Stadium (51 coupons): $85
• Beach Club VIP (69 coupons): $100