4 Steps To The Perfect Tailgate Party

Score essentials for the big game.

Calling all fans and fanatics: It’s time to get pumped for football season! Here’s four easy steps to tailgating like a pro, so you can cheer on your favorite team for even less.

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Tailgate Food

Prep for your tailgate feast with disposable plates, napkins, cups, and silverware—and don’t forget the garbage bag so you can leave the lot like you found it. Try this: Mix salsa with cheese dip for tasty queso, and spoon some up with your favorite chip. Keep hand sanitizer on hand for easy sharing, and don’t forget to pack some halftime snacks, too. Pro Tip: Grab a thermos for coffee to-go and fill reusable water bottles to hydrate!

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Team drinkware as low as $4.99

Plastic Cups as low as $1.49

Water bottles as low as $4.99

Snacks as low as $1

Drinks as low as $1

Hand Sanitizer as low as $1

The Tailgate Set-Up

Create a comfortable, budget-friendly tailgating space with beanbag cushions and folding chairs. Be ready for cooler weather with a team-logo blanket, Still sunny? Don’t forget the SPF. Pro Tip: Pack a speaker to play your perfectly curated playlist and team fight song loud and proud.

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Sunscreen as low as $3.99

Speaker as low as $14.99

Seating as low as $29.99

Blankets as low as $8.99

The Tailgate Gear

You’ve got spirit, yes you do—from your hat, to your shoes! Style your fan-tastic look with team t-shirts or hoodies in team colors. Add a baseball hat or beanie to top it off. As the weather cools, trade your shorts and skirts for jeans or cozy leggings, and pack some gloves, too. Pro Tip: Don't forget your sunglasses!

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Shirts as low as $7.99

Hats as low as $7.99

Leggings as low as $7.99

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Shorts as low as $4.99

Sunglasses as low as $3.99

Gloves as low as $1

Set The Scene At Home for the Tailgate Party

Watching the game from home? No problem! Show your neighbors who you’re rooting for with outdoor tailgate decorations like team signs, flags, and doormats. Keep the ball rolling inside and pair your cozy team blanket with color coordinating accent pillows for an MVP-worthy set-up. 

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Décor as low as $2.99

Mats as low as $4.99

Pillows as low as $5.99

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