Sports and rituals go hand in hand. Just like wearing team jerseys, singing chants, or waving foam fingers, tailgating becomes a pre-game tradition that feels essential. Fans often say, “It wouldn’t be game day without a tailgate.” You don’t need to be fancy or spend a lot of money (Even though some tailgaters do).

Tailgates give fans, like our publishing team a stage to show off our team pride—decorate vehicles, put up tents in team colors, even make those themed foods (like purple cocktails for the Ravens or cheese curds for Packers fans). It’s about saying, “This is our team, and we’re here for it.