Tailgating has become an integral part of the college football experience. In order to assist fans in enjoying this pre-game experience, Emporia State University has more clearly defined tailgating areas. Clearly defining these tailgate areas will assist in complying with state law and ESU policy and most importantly enhance the safety of fans and guests. The policies governing tailgating areas have been included as well as a map outlining these designated areas.  Enjoy your game day experience and be safe.  

The tailgating lots at Emporia State are open at 8:00 am on football Saturdays.  Live at the Hive and Live at the Hive: VIP Experience, presented by Busch Light will open 2.5 hours before kickoff.
 


Alcohol will not be consumed or possessed near the athletic home game premises except as set forth in this section.
 
1.         Certain fundraising events benefiting Emporia State University programs may be conducted in conjunction with home football games and concurrent with traditional tailgating activities in non-classroom outdoor areas designated and approved by the President. No authority is granted under this section for individual organizations to serve beer or cereal malt beverages as part of tailgate fundraisers.
 
2.         Beer or cereal malt beverages in their original, non-glass containers, not to exceed twelve ounces (12 oz.), may be possessed and consumed during such activities, only within designated areas. Consumption in tailgating areas must cease no later than the start of the game and all beer and cereal malt beverages must be removed from campus within one hour after the end of the home game.
 
3.         Participants consuming or possessing beer or cereal malt beverages at such events must be of the legal drinking age (21 years of age) and must have valid identification in their possession.  Individuals are responsible for their conduct and that of their guests. 
 
4.         Participants must comply with all applicable laws governing the consumption of alcoholic beverages.  The legal drinking age will be enforced.  Failure to abide by applicable laws or this policy will result in the loss of the privileges provided by this policy.
 
5.         Areas designated for fundraiser tailgate activities shall be marked prior to the event. Alcoholic beverages will not be possessed or consumed outside of the designated areas.  This policy does not abrogate Alcohol Policy sections applicable to the Hutchinson Family Pavilion.