Tailgating

Tailgating Rules and regulations: the quad

To ensure a safe, respectful, and enjoyable gameday experience for all fans, the following policies apply across Gameday weekends (Friday–Sunday) in designated areas, including the Quad and surrounding campus locations.

General Guidelines:

• Tailgating on the west side of the Quad is FREE & open to the public. Space is first-come, first-served
• Public tailgating on Woods Quad is prohibited
• Items left on the Quad are left at the tailgaters’ own risk
• All tailgating items must be removed from campus by 10:00 AM Sunday. All items left after this time will be discarded and cannot be retrieved · Review the interactive gameday map for additional Quad information
• UA organizations must complete a Grounds Use Permit to reserve space on campus. Apply for a Grounds Use Permit here
• Help keep the Quad & campus beautiful by placing trash in receptacles located around the Quad
• Commercial and nonprofit solicitation, business events, and marketing promotions are not permitted in designated tailgating areas on the Quad or elsewhere on campus.
• In the event of severe weather, areas of refuge will be designated via:
  • UA Gameday social media
  • Campus PA system
  • Large signs and flashing red lights at the entrances

Quad Drop Off

• Fans may use the free drop-off on Colonial Dr (access via Stadium Dr) to unload tailgate items
• Fans may park for up to 15 minutes on Colonial Dr to walk supplies to their desired location
• Drop-off times:
  • Friday | 6 PM – 8 PM
  • Saturday | Based on kickoff time
    • 11 AM kickoff | 6:30 AM – 8 AM
      • 12 PM – 3 PM kickoff | 7 AM – 10 AM
        • 4 PM – 8 PM kickoff | 7 AM – 12 PM
• Pick-up time: 90 minutes postgame
• Restrictions:
  • No vehicles or trailers allowed on Quad grass or near buildings
  • Hand-pulled carts are permitted for temporary unloading only (15-minute max)
  • Carts must stay on sidewalks and be promptly removed

Tailgate Timeline

• On-campus set-up may begin at 8:00 AM on Fridays prior to a home game
  • Fans who chose to set-up prior to the designated Quad Drop-Off period (see below) can park near the Quad (utilize the ParkMobile app to check the nearest locations) & walk their tailgate supplies to their site. Stopping along University Blvd is NOT permitted. Unauthorized parking may result in ticketing or towing
• All tailgating items must be removed by 10:00 AM Sunday

ELECTRICITY ON THE QUAD

Power is available on the Quad via light poles and temporary power distribution panels.

Power Use Rules:

• No extension cords plugged into campus building outlets
• Only one item per power strip; multiple power strips/plugs are prohibited
• Only two hook-ups per outlet allowed
• Secure cords crossing sidewalks and remove any tape when done
• All power will shut off 1.5 hours after game end

During inclement weather, UA may interrupt electrical service. Restoration will occur once hazards have been resolved. Updates will be communicated promptly via the UA Gameday social media channels.

GENERATORS ON THE QUAD

Portable generators are prohibited. Violators will be asked to remove the generator.

Grill/Fire Safety

• Charcoal grills only – no fire pits or open flames
• All grills must be monitored and extinguished fully before leaving
• Keep grills away from tents, buildings (50 ft minimum), and pedestrian paths
• Grills cannot be placed directly under a tent
• Do not dump charcoal on the Quad. Use red charcoal dump stations on the West side of the Quad
• Do not dump cooking oil on the Quad
• Grills not allowed in parking decks
• Tailgates using grills must have a 2.5 lb. fire extinguisher within 15 ft, and at least one trained user present

SMOKE-FREE CAMPUS

UA is a 100% smoke-free campus since Jan. 1, 2015. Visit ua.edu/smokefree for details.

HAY/STRAW POLICY

Hay and straw are not permitted due to soil and grass damage risks.

DRONE POLICY

Drones are strictly prohibited on campus. For more information, view UA’s drone policy here.