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Football Tailgates

Come and celebrate the home team.

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Harding University tailgate events are held every Saturday before a home football game at First Security Stadium. Whether the game is in the afternoon or evening, come out to support the home team and participate in all of the tailgate activities.

The lawn in front of the Ganus Activities Complex is the designated zone for tailgate set up. University offices and departments, social clubs and Bison football fans everywhere can set up a tailgate. Bring your grills and your black and gold decorations to create a dining experience full of Harding pride.

Restrooms are available in the GAC before the game, and the restrooms in First Security Stadium can be used during the game. The GAC is located on the corner of Park Street and Burks Boulevard, and First Security Stadium sits to the left of the GAC. Parking can be found on all four sides of the GAC.

Tailgate Schedule

For a set up map and a more detailed schedule for special events, see below.

 

2 p.m. Football Game

8:00 a.m. — Tailgate Area Opens, No Reservations Needed, First Come, First Served (See Map below)
10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. — Restrooms available in the GAC
11:40 a.m. — Walk of Brothers with the Harding University Drumline
1:30 p.m. — Thundering Herd Marching Band Tailgate Performance
2:00 p.m. — Game Kickoff at First Security Stadium

 

3 p.m. Football Game

8:00 a.m. — Tailgate Area Opens, No Reservations Needed, First Come, First Served (See Map below)
10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. — Restrooms available in the GAC
12:40 a.m. — Walk of Brothers with the Harding University Drumline
2:30 p.m. — Thundering Herd Marching Band Tailgate Performance
3:00 p.m. — Game Kickoff at First Security Stadium

 

6 p.m. Football Game

8:00 a.m. — Tailgate Area Opens, No Reservations Needed, First Come, First Served (See Map below)
12:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. — Restrooms available in the GAC
3:40 p.m. — Walk of Brothers with the Harding University Drumline
5:30 p.m. — Thundering Herd Marching Band Tailgate Performance
6:00 p.m. — Game Kickoff at First Security Stadium

 

7 p.m. Football Game

8:00 a.m. — Tailgate Area Opens, No Reservations Needed, First Come, First Served (See Map below)
12:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. — Restrooms available in the GAC
4:40 p.m. — Walk of Brothers with the Harding University Drumline
6:30 p.m. — Thundering Herd Marching Band Tailgate Performance
7:00 p.m. — Game Kickoff at First Security Stadium