Additional Tailgate Policies
Tulane encourages its fans to tailgate in a responsible manner, be respectful of the campus and of other Green Wave fans and visiting fans. Help us keep your campus clean by bagging your trash and using recycling containers. Tulane's Facilities Services Department distributes trash bags throughout campus on game days for your convenience.
For the safety and enjoyment of all fans, please keep the following guidelines in mind when tailgating at Tulane football games. Please note that tailgate setups are subject to removal for violation of tailgating policies. Guests are NOT permitted to tailgate at their vehicles, including truck beds, within Tailgate Village.
BEA FIELD ALUMNI HOUSE:
Bea Field Alumni House will be a premiere destination for a wide range of game day activities. Located just blocks from Yulman Stadium, the house was a traditional stop for many alumni on the way to the old Tulane Stadium. The alumni house features outdoor tailgating space and indoor social areas, including the Collins C. Gameday Diboll Bar. Be sure to check
www.alumni.tulane.edu for information about upcoming game day activities.
GREEN WAVE CLUB HOSPITALITY:
The Green Wave Club will host a hospitality tent on the Berger Family Lawn for all eligible donors. For more information, please contact the Green Wave Club office at (504) 865-5356 or visit
www.TulaneGreenWave.com
TAILGATING POLICIES:
Respectful Environment:
Tailgating is a vibrant and family friendly environment. Please be respectful of those surrounding you, being mindful of your choice of language and volume of music. We want the tailgating experience to be enjoyed by all. Groups are personally responsible for making sure their guests act appropriately.
Members of the public are expected to follow the same rules as our students in creating a positive, family-friendly atmosphere for all fans to enjoy. Occupy only the space you need –be considerate of others.
Timeline:
Tailgating begins (4) hours prior to kickoff and will end (30) minutes prior to kickoff. No tailgating during the game is allowed. Please note that weeknight games will have different hours.
Campus will re-open post-game when police release traffic control (approximately 90 minutes) for fans to collect any items remaining.
Setup:
Fans will have the opportunity to drive onto campus via designated roads, which will open up eight (8) hours prior to kick-off and close five (5) hours prior to kick-off. Access to the unloading/loading zone for The Berger Family Lawn will be via Newcomb Place off Willow St. Upon your arrival, security personal will direct you to the loading zone. Fans will be allowed 15 minutes in the loading zone (vehicles must be attended) located on Drill Rd. to unload their vehicle and will then be required to go and park their vehicle.
Tent regulations:
- Tents may not be larger than 10' x 10'. Occupy only the space you need –be considerate of others. All tents larger than 10' x 10' must have proper permits from the City of New Orleans and be rented from the university's authorized vendor.
- For tents of 20 x 20 size or smaller, please contact Tailgater Concierge at https://www.tailgaterconcierge.com/tulane/ or call 888-301-2190.
- Tents may not be set up on sidewalks, bike paths, travel lanes or any other area of regular flow of pedestrian traffic.
- Tents may not be staked into the ground. Sandbags or weights must be used to anchor the tent.
- Tents must be taken down before you depart for the game.
- Tent owners are responsible for damages caused by flying tents.
Alcohol Policy:
- Know and obey regulations concerning alcohol use. Drinking alcohol is illegal for anyone under the age of 21. University policies, city ordinances and state laws will be enforced. University policy prohibits abusive drinking, drinking games, and mass or rapid consumption devices (funnels, shots, etc.). Public intoxication will not be tolerated, and violators are subject to arrest.
- Beer and Wine will be permitted on campus. NO common containers (kegs, party balls, etc.) will be allowed.
- NO Glass bottles/containers are allowed on campus.
- Beer trucks and open bars are not permitted on campus or in Tailgate Village unless authorized by University Event Game Day Management.
- Groups are responsible for making sure that only those 21 years of age or older consume alcohol and that the service of alcohol complies with all University Policies, City Ordinances and State Laws.
- Please refer to the University's complete Alcohol and Other Drugs Policy which can be found at https://campushealth.tulane.edu/policies/tulane-alcohol-policy for more information.
Food & Grilling:
- Groups may bring their own food and beverage to the tailgate area.
- Grilling (charcoal & propane) is permissible on the Berger Family Lawn tailgate area.
- All grills must be elevated.
- Cookers/grills on trailers are not allowed and no cooker/grill may be larger than 36" in diameter or 36" in length.
- Cookers/grills may not be placed in travel lanes or in parking spaces.
- Cookers/grills may not be placed inside buildings.
- No cooking/grilling is allowed under tents.
- Extinguish all fires or flames and dispose of any charcoal in the special designated receptacles located around the Berger Family Lawn. Please do not place charcoal or other flammables in trash cans, under trees or leave it in the parking areas.
- Companies may not issue sample products without being properly licensed and approved by Tulane University. Food, drink and other items by vendors may neither be sold nor given to the public.
- Sodexo is the preferred caterer for tailgating. Please call Olive Blue Catering at (504) 865-5254 or catering@tulane.edu to order catering.
- If you would like to request using another caterer other than Sodexo, please contact Jennifer Thelen with Tulane University Events at (808) 342-6102 or JThelen1@tulane.edu. All caterers must be pre-approved and meet Tulane University's Guidelines for catering in Tailgate Village. Caterers must complete all paperwork, submit all the proper licenses and insurance certificates. Once the caterer has been approved, they will receive an access pass in order to be allowed on campus. Requests must be submitted at least twenty-one (21) days in advance and must include all of the required information for the request to be approved.
Clean-Up:
- All groups are responsible for making sure their tailgating area is cleaned prior to departing for the game. Immediately after tailgating, all trash/recyclable items must be picked up and sorted into the proper receptacles located in Tailgate Village. This includes trash around your area. Trash should be closed in bags and placed in trash containers provided in the area.
- All left over food/beverages must be placed in proper containers and stored.
- All clean up procedures should be completed before entering the Stadium.
- It is the responsibility of each tailgate party to secure tailgate items prior to departing for the game. Tulane University will not be responsible for unattended tents and items.
Personal Generators:
Portable electrical generators are permitted but are discouraged. Each generator should be equipped with a noise-reducing device (for example, a manufacturer-approved cover or muffler). The operation of portable electrical generators that create excessive noise more than60 dBA, emission hazards or other safety concerns will not be permitted. (As determined by Tulane University Event Management). Special care and consideration should be taken when handling fuel and extension cords associated with generators. Generators shall not be operated in enclosed areas, near building intake ventilation ducts, or in parking decks. Generators shall not be refueled while in operation. For temporary electrical needs, Tulane recommends the use of battery-operated inverters that convert the battery current to house current. These recommended devices do not generate hazardous carbon monoxide emissions, do not require gasoline cans and resultant hazards, and do not create noise that is potential damaging to hearing and a nuisance to fellow tailgaters.
Motorized Vehicles:
Non-Tulane Golf carts, mopeds, scooters, ATV's, go carts and other custom motorized vehicles are not permitted on the Tulane campus.
Music (amplified):
Amplified music is allowed on Brown Field. It must be confined to your tailgate area and speakers must be directed into your tailgate party. Tailgaters are encouraged to call our toll-free number (844) 25EVENT to report loud music. Keep in mind amplified music is not allowed on the Berger Family Lawn as live entertainment on the stage is provided.
Political Activity:
Under federal law, the University may not participate in, or intervene in any political campaign on behalf of any candidate for public office. Political signage that implies endorsement of any political candidate or any political issue may not be displayed nor may political materials be distributed. Parking permits do not imply a permit to conduct political activity.
Portable Toilets:
Individuals may not arrange to bring portable restrooms onto campus. Tulane provides portable toilets and restrooms throughout campus for the convenience of fans.
Sidewalks:
Tailgating is not permitted on sidewalks and landscaped areas.
Signage & Banners:
Banners and signage recognizing businesses may not be displayed nor may promotional materials be distributed without prior approval by Tulane.
Solicitation:
Solicitations of any kind within Tulane facilities or on Tulane premises are prohibited unless specifically approved by Tulane. The distribution of flyers or leaflets on parked vehicles is expressly prohibited.
Utilities:
The use of electrical outlets in or on Tulane facilities, or other utilities, is expressly prohibited. This policy will be strictly enforced, and violators will be subject to arrest for theft of utilities. This does not include cell phone charging areas.