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Tailgating Guidelines

Tailgating

Indiana State University Tailgating Rules and Regulations for Memorial Stadium

General
  • Groups of 25 people or more must contact the Indiana State Athletic Department, 812-237-3047, at least seven days prior to the event.
  • Individuals who interfere with others' enjoyment using loud, abusive language and/or behavior may be asked to leave.
  • Noise amplification and music must be kept to a reasonable level.
  • In keeping with Indiana law, persons under 21 years of age shall not, under any circumstances, have possession of alcoholic beverages. Minors must be accompanied by a parent or responsible adult.
  • Soliciting or selling goods/services will not be permitted on stadium grounds without prior approval from the university.
  • Weapons of any kind are prohibited.
Tents/Parking
  • Tailgating is to take place in the area designated by Indiana State University. Tents and awnings must by 12' x 12' or smaller. Exceptions may be made for season-long partners. Contact the Indiana State Athletic Department at 812-237-3047 for more information.
  • Tailgating participants are responsible for keeping Memorial Stadium and the surrounding area clean. Trash bins are located throughout the grounds.
  • Buses and RV's are to park on the east side of Memorial Stadium and are subject to the same rules and regulations of the tailgating area.

Tailgating Tent Policy

  • Pop-up tents are permitted in designated tailgating areas on a first-come, first-served basis.
  • Any tent larger than a standard pop-up tent, including tents that require stakes or other equipment to be secured into the ground, must be coordinated in advance with the Indiana State Athletics Department. This includes tents rented through Complete Outdoor or other outside vendors. Please contact John Sherman at 812-237-3047 or John.Sherman@indstate.edu for information regarding tent placement.
  • If your group is planning to have a large tent for Homecoming, please contact Indiana State Athletics prior to arranging installation so that the location and setup can be coordinated in accordance with campus tailgating guidelines.
  • This coordination requirement helps ensure tents are safely and appropriately placed and that all groups can enjoy tailgating.
Food/Beverage
  • No open containers of alcohol will be permitted outside the designated tailgate area.
  • Glass bottles and containers are prohibited. Alcohol beverages must be limited to a maximum container size of one gallon.
    • Beer kegs and party balls are prohibited in any parking area.
  • All beverages should be consumed from plastic or paper cups or aluminum cans.
  • Fires, unless contained in a fire pit, are prohibited. Propane and charcoal grills are permitted. Please properly dispose of all hot coals.
Individuals who violate the above rules and regulations will be asked to leave the property and could be subject to legal penalties.