Stetson Athletics Stadium Tailgating Policy
Tailgating has long been a tradition with sporting events, especially on the collegiate level. Nothing is better
than gathering with other Hatter fans, fellow classmates, alumni, friends, or family before home athletic
events. Tailgating is a lively and family-friendly environment. In exchange for making this exciting experience
available, we ask that all tailgate parking ticket holders and their guests be respectful of others in the area in
regards to choice of language and activities.
No need to register your organization to participate in a football tailgating event.
Things to Keep in Mind:
- Tailgate Parking Ticket Holders are personally responsible for making sure their guests act appropriately and abide by all applicable State and local laws, including the alcohol consumption minimum age law of 21.
- Students may also be alleged a violation of the Stetson University Code of Community Standards.
- Claiming tailgate areas prior to (4) hours prior to kickoff is prohibited. All pre-game tailgating must cease 15 minutes prior to kickoff.
- Guests will NOT be allowed to enter the Stadium if they are visibly intoxicated.
- All beverages must be consumed in cans, paper or plastic cups. No drinking out of glass bottles is permitted. No alcohol shall be permitted outside of designated tailgating areas.
- All state and local laws regarding the consumption of alcohol must be observed in the tailgating area.
- Students/fans violating state and local alcohol laws and regulations are subject to criminal andor university sanctions and discipline.
- Kegs, party balls, and use of devices to accelerate alcohol consumption (including drinking games) are strictly prohibited.
- Grills using charcoal are prohibited within the tailgate areas.
- Any violation of these tailgating regulations may result in immediate termination of tailgating privileges and/or criminal prosecution by law enforcement, and could result in disciplinary action through Stetson University authorities. Stetson University, and/or local law enforcement, reserves the right to remove anyone who is determined to be disruptive or intoxicated from the tailgating area.
- Upon entering the tailgate parking area, parking pass holders agree to assume all risks associated with on- and off-campus tailgating activities, including those related to alcohol consumption, grill cooking, actions of other tailgaters, possible property damages, injuries, or other losses that might occur; and in exchange for this opportunity, agree to release and hold harmless Stetson University and the City of Deland, its staff, officers, trustees, volunteers and agents from all manner of actions, suits, claims, or demands of any nature, including personal injuries, damages or property loss resulting from tailgating participation.
For more information, please visit Tailgating 101: Basic Guide
