TAILGATE BEFORE EVERY HOME MICHIGAN FOOTBALL GAME

ALL 2026-2027 HOME TAILGATES ON SALE NOW

ALL-INCLUSIVE

Guests will enjoy all-inclusive food, unlimited beverages, and premium tailgate amenities at every tailgate!

PRIME LOCATION

We are located right across the street from Michigan Stadium, a 3 minute walk to the closest gate!

ENTERTAINMENT

Live DJs and bands, tailgate games, giveaways, prizes, and more will keep you entertained all tailgate long.

VIP LOFT

Our Tailgate Loft will take your pre-game to the next level! This premium experience is for groups of up to 20 guests.

TAILGATE BEFORE EVERY HOME MICHIGAN GAME OF THE 2026-2027 SEASON

ALL INCLUSIVE | PRIME LOCATION | PRE-GAME ENTERTAINMENT | VIP ACCESS

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premium tailgating in ANN ARBOR since 2025

Want to take your Michigan football tailgating experience to the next level and make your gameday easier? Join our all-inclusive tailgate experiences in Ann Arbor before every home Michigan game this 2026-2027 season! All tailgate tickets include all-you-can-eat food, unlimited beverages, live music, games and entertainment, and more! We are located just steps from Michigan Stadium, and boast an exclusive tailgate loft, VIP upgrades, and gameday exclusive giveaways at every event.

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OUR 2026-2027 TAILGATE PARTNERS

BUY TAILGATE TICKETS AND PASSES

September

05sep3:00 pm7:00 pmMichigan Blue Zone TailgateMichigan vs Western MichiganGameday Hospitality Michigan, 1304 S Main St3:00 pm - 7:00 pm(GMT+00:00) Event Organized ByGameday Hospitality - Michigan

12sep8:00 am12:00 pmMichigan Blue Zone TailgateMichigan vs OklahomaGameday Hospitality Michigan, 1304 S Main St8:00 am - 12:00 pm(GMT-06:00) Event Organized ByGameday Hospitality - Michigan

19sep11:00 am3:00 pmMichigan Blue Zone TailgateMichigan vs UTEPGameday Hospitality Michigan, 1304 S Main St11:00 am - 3:00 pm(GMT+00:00) Event Organized ByGameday Hospitality - Michigan

26sep8:00 am12:00 pmMichigan Blue Zone TailgateMichigan vs IowaGameday Hospitality Michigan, 1304 S Main St8:00 am - 12:00 pm(GMT-06:00) Event Organized ByGameday Hospitality - Michigan

October

17oct8:00 am12:00 pmMichigan Blue Zone TailgateMichigan vs Penn StateGameday Hospitality Michigan, 1304 S Main St8:00 am - 12:00 pm(GMT-04:00) Event Organized ByGameday Hospitality - Michigan

24oct8:00 am12:00 pmMichigan Blue Zone TailgateMichigan vs IndianaGameday Hospitality Michigan, 1304 S Main St8:00 am - 12:00 pm(GMT-04:00)

November

07nov8:00 am12:00 pmMichigan Blue Zone TailgateMichigan vs Michigan StateGameday Hospitality Michigan, 1304 S Main St8:00 am - 12:00 pm(GMT-05:00) Event Organized ByGameday Hospitality - Michigan

21nov8:00 am12:00 pmMichigan Blue Zone TailgateMichigan vs UCLAGameday Hospitality Michigan, 1304 S Main St8:00 am - 12:00 pm(GMT-05:00) Event Organized ByGameday Hospitality - Michigan

 2026 TAILGATE SCHEDULE

September

05sep3:00 pm7:00 pmMichigan Blue Zone TailgateMichigan vs Western MichiganGameday Hospitality Michigan, 1304 S Main St3:00 pm - 7:00 pm(GMT+00:00) Event Organized ByGameday Hospitality - Michigan

12sep8:00 am12:00 pmMichigan Blue Zone TailgateMichigan vs OklahomaGameday Hospitality Michigan, 1304 S Main St8:00 am - 12:00 pm(GMT-06:00) Event Organized ByGameday Hospitality - Michigan

19sep11:00 am3:00 pmMichigan Blue Zone TailgateMichigan vs UTEPGameday Hospitality Michigan, 1304 S Main St11:00 am - 3:00 pm(GMT+00:00) Event Organized ByGameday Hospitality - Michigan

26sep8:00 am12:00 pmMichigan Blue Zone TailgateMichigan vs IowaGameday Hospitality Michigan, 1304 S Main St8:00 am - 12:00 pm(GMT-06:00) Event Organized ByGameday Hospitality - Michigan

October

17oct8:00 am12:00 pmMichigan Blue Zone TailgateMichigan vs Penn StateGameday Hospitality Michigan, 1304 S Main St8:00 am - 12:00 pm(GMT-04:00) Event Organized ByGameday Hospitality - Michigan

24oct8:00 am12:00 pmMichigan Blue Zone TailgateMichigan vs IndianaGameday Hospitality Michigan, 1304 S Main St8:00 am - 12:00 pm(GMT-04:00)

November

07nov8:00 am12:00 pmMichigan Blue Zone TailgateMichigan vs Michigan StateGameday Hospitality Michigan, 1304 S Main St8:00 am - 12:00 pm(GMT-05:00) Event Organized ByGameday Hospitality - Michigan

21nov8:00 am12:00 pmMichigan Blue Zone TailgateMichigan vs UCLAGameday Hospitality Michigan, 1304 S Main St8:00 am - 12:00 pm(GMT-05:00) Event Organized ByGameday Hospitality - Michigan

OUR TAILGATE LOCATION

THE MICHIGAN BLUE ZONE TAILGATE IS LOCATED RIGHT ACROSS THE STREET FROM MICHIGAN STADIUM ON MAIN STREET! THE TAILGATE ENTRY POINT IS AN APPROXIMATEL 3 MINUTE WALK FROM THE CLOSEST STADIUM GATE. THE MAP BELOW SHOWS BOTH OUR TAILGATE LOCATION (BLUE) AND THE STADIUM ENTRY POINT (YELLOW).

OUR TAILGATE LOCATION

THE MICHIGAN BLUE ZONE TAILGATE IS LOCATED RIGHT ACROSS THE STREET FROM MICHIGAN STADIUM ON MAIN STREET! THE TAILGATE ENTRY POINT IS AN APPROXIMATEL 3 MINUTE WALK FROM THE CLOSEST STADIUM GATE. THE MAP BELOW SHOWS BOTH OUR TAILGATE LOCATION (BLUE) AND THE STADIUM ENTRY POINT (YELLOW).

blue zone TAILGATE photo GALLERY

OUR TAILGATE TICKET OPTIONS

STARTING AT

$45

NON-DRINKING TAILGATE TICKET

4 HOURS OF ENTRY

ALL-YOU-CAN-EAT FOOD

SODA, LEMONADE, JUICE, WATER

LIVE MUSIC

TAILGATE GAMES

GIVEAWAYS AND MORE

STARTING AT

$75

DRINKING TAILGATE TICKET

4 HOURS OF ENTRY

ALL-YOU-CAN-EAT FOOD

BEER, SELTZER, HARD LEMONADES AND TEAS, CANNED COCKTAILS

LIVE MUSIC

TAILGATE GAMES

GIVEAWAYS AND MORE

STARTING AT

$90

VIP ACCESS TAILGATE TICKET

4 HOURS OF ENTRY

ALL-YOU-CAN-EAT FOOD

BEER, SELTZER, HARD LEMONADES AND TEAS, CANNED COCKTAILS, MIXED DRINKS

LIVE MUSIC, GAMES, AND GIVEAWAYS

VIP-EXCLUSIVE SEATING AREA

VIP-EXCLUSIVE BAR

VIP-EXCLUSIVE INDOOR RESTROOM

STARTING AT

$125

PREMIUM LOFT TAILGATE PACKAGE

4 HOURS OF ENTRY

ALL-YOU-CAN-EAT FOOD

BEER, SELTZER, HARD LEMONADES AND TEAS, CANNED COCKTAILS, MIXED DRINKS

LIVE MUSIC, GAMES, AND GIVEAWAYS

EXCLUSIVE INDOOR LOFT ACCESS

PRIVATE MINI BAR

PRIVATE SNACK TABLE

VIP-EXCLUSIVE INDOOR RESTROOM

*Price is variable, please contact the Gameday team for more details.

BUY A 2026-2027 MICHIGAN BLUE ZONE SEASON PASS

GET ACCESS TO EVERY HOME FOOTBALL TAILGATE, AND GET ANY 2027 PLAYOFF TAILGATES FOR FREE!
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INTERESTED IN PRIVATE TENTS?

WE OFFER A LIMITED NUMBER OF PRIVATE TENTS AT THE BLUE ZONE TAILGATE FOR RESERVATION. THESE PRIVATE AREAS ARE PERFECT FOR ALUMNI GROUPS, BACHELOR AND BACHELORETTE PARTIES, TRAVELLING FAN GROUPS, AND MORE! LOOKING TO BOOK A TENT FOR YOUR PARTY? CONTACT US TODAY.
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MORE INFORMATION

NEED MORE INFORMATION?

Check out the FAQs for our Michigan Blue Zone Tailgate experience below, or contact a Gameday Team member here if you have any further questions! We are happy to help and can’t wait to host you at a tailgate soon!

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

We are happy to partner with several local businesses that provide our signature barbecue buffet, cooked fresh on site! Expect dishes like pulled pork and chicken sandwiches, burgers and hot dogs, wings, macaroni and cheese, cole slaw, and more!

Our menu changes slightly every week depending on the day and time of the event. Guests will find breakfast dishes at morning tailgates, holiday-inspired meals later in the season, and more fun specials throughout the year.

We offer a variety of drinks for every palate! Drink menus change throughout the season, but every Drinking Tailgate ticket includes a wide selection of beers, hard seltzers, and canned cocktails.

Gameday Michigan is proud to partner with Labatt Blue, Surfside Hard Lemonades and Teas, Bubly Wine Refreshers, and Super Lyte Vodka + Ades this season to bring the most refreshing beverages to our guests at every tailgate the 2026-27 season!

Our VIP guests also have access to our VIP-only bar which includes mixed drinks crafted with premium spirits, including but not limited to Tito’s, Tanqueray, Jim Beam, Jameson, Lunazul, and more.

Find Jagermeister sampling stations at select events throughout the season as well!

We follow all local laws and regulations set forth by the MLCC, which includes no outside alcohol within our event space. Don’t worry, we’ll have plenty for you!

All of our events are rain, snow, or shine. If the game is happening, we are tailgating!

If there is a weather emergency and there is an event cancellation, Gameday Hospitality will contact all ticket-holders directly and automatically issue refunds.

We are PLCB Permitted and do not allow outside alcohol into our event space. Don’t worry, we will have plenty for you!

We are PLCB Permitted and do not allow outside alcohol into our event space. Don’t worry, we will have plenty for you!

General Admission Tailgate tickets are standing room only. We provide cocktail tables for General Admission guests to rest your drinks and plates.

Our VIP Tailgate Tickets include access to the VIP-only tented seating area, but seating is not 100% guaranteed for every guest throughout the entire event.

If you would like to guarantee seating for your or your group, we offer private tents with tables and chairs for purchase.

If you or a family member has a disability and needs seating, please reach out to our team directly so we can make appropriate accommodations.

Paid parking is available all around the stadium, but we recommend using our partner, Park N’ Party. They have several lots available for pre-booking and day-of parking within walking distance of our tailgate event. Check out Park N’ Party’s availability and locations here.

We do not have parking at our event and parking is not included in your ticket purchase.

All of our tailgate event tickets are electronic PDF tickets and are sent to you via email within minutes of ordering. If you have not received your tickets, please check your spam folder in your email, especially if you have not purchased from us before! If you purchased through Tixr, you can also access your tickets through your account on their mobile site or app.

If you purchased a group package or private tent, please allow 24 hours for us to send your individual tailgate tickets, as those are independently processed.

If you have any further ticketing issues please feel free to reach out to a member of our team for help!

Game tickets are NOT included with your tailgate ticket purchase.

If you are looking to purchase game tickets for your event, you can search for available options at www.tickets.gamedayhospitality.com

We are not partners with or associated with University of Michigan Athletics, the Michigan Wolverines, or the NCAA. We host an independent event on private commercial property near Michigan Stadium.

12:00 PM Game Time: Tailgate from 8:00 am to 12:00 pm

3:30 PM Game Time: Tailgate from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm

7:30 PM Game Time: Tailgate from 3:00 pm to 7:00 pm

Please note that all game times and dates are subject to flex scheduling and can be changed. If this occurs, we adjust our tailgate schedule accordingly and reach out to ticketholders via email.

We’d love to talk to you! Fill out our contact form here.

 

We are not partners with or associated with the Pittsburgh Steelers on the National Football League. We host an independent event on private commercial property near Acrisure Stadium.