Tips to Host a Great Tailgate Party
There are so many reasons to love fall and winter, but one of the big reasons we love it is that it means it’s football season! Nothing hits quite like game day, and we are no strangers to a good, old-fashioned tailgate. Do you have a tailgate party on your calendar for this year? We gathered our best tips to host an unforgettable tailgate party.
No matter the size of your tailgate, we’d love to cater. Our mobile coffee cart adds spice and can take your tailgate party to the NEXT level. Whatever you have going on to celebrate the fall and football, you can count us in!
Now - onto the tailgate party tips!
Tailgating Party Decor
The ultimate party starts with a plan! When it comes to setting up your tailgate, think:
Are you bringing folding tables?
Are you only using the back of your car?
Are you bringing chairs?
Who’s bringing what (don’t worry we’ll bring the coffee 😉)?
Nothing gets you in the mood for game day quite like your team’s colors. You don’t have to get anything that’s licensed or anything elaborate (if you don’t want to!). You can keep it simple by using the team’s colors for decor, plates, napkins - you name it.
You’ll already be decked out in your favorite gear, so you’ll complement the whole look. Use your hatch to hang your banners and game on!!!
Your Game Day Menu
The game day menu is an essential part of any perfect tailgate. Think through the apps, sides, mains, sweet treats, whatever your crew may want. Or make it a potluck with your friends to get a fun, eclectic mix of party food. You can never have too many good eats (or coffee)!
Tailgate Sample Menus
Here are items you can try for your next tailgate:
5 full tailgate party menus (just add coffee and really wow the crowd)
50 gameday foods - in case you have more of a potluck in mind.
Mr. Coffee Concierge is the perfect addition to any game day menu! We’ll bring the caffeine & bring the party.
Tailgate Party Details
Presentation is Everything
Ladies, let your inner Southern Belle shine through and make your party beautiful. Break out your favorite non-breakables and make your food layout gorgeous for your fans, we mean, friends. Make your tailgate truly great when you stand out and prioritize your presentation.
Remember to bring fun, unexpected details like a coffee bar. We’ll help keep the tailgate party going and everyone perked up in case the game goes into overtime!
Get Your Drinks Covered
Get your drinks on lock as well! You’ll probably have plenty of beer, cocktails, and water on hand. A signature cocktail can be a perfect addition to your day to make your party stand out. Choose one that’s color-based or perhaps the favorite drink of your favorite player.
Mr. Coffee Concierge is the perfect addition to any game day menu! Our coffee caterers will bust out all your favorite coffee drinks for fans of all ages to enjoy. Make your next tailgate stand out with catering from our amazing team!
Entertainment for Everyone
Some people will be inspired to play games of their own during commercial timeouts. Or perhaps not everyone is as big a sports fan as you are. This is also the perfect time to break out any yard games you have. We love cornhole or Kan Jam!
Tailgating Fun, We’ll Bring the Party
Football season is truly one of the best times of the year to get to spend extra time with friends and family. We love to watch a great game of football from local student-athletes to college ball to the Bucs of course!
Plan a big tailgate and consider coffee catering! We’d love to bring some extra fun to your next tailgate party. The crowd will go wild! Call/text us today to plan the best party complete with a coffee bar.