GENERAL POLICIES
As of July 2025
(subject to change without notice on this page)
CATERING
Caterers making deliveries must have proper dropoff credentials to be admitted to private tailgate areas in reserved lots. Dropping off tailgate orders or supplies without a dropoff credential will not be allowed. Caterers will be denied access if they do not have proper credentials.
COMMERCIAL TAILGATING
All corporate or commercial tailgate activities, including allocation of space and provision of services, is managed by Red Wolves Sports Properties. If interested in commercial tailgating, please send inquiries to tailgating@astate.edu.
COOKING SITES
Cookers on trailers are permitted and must remain within the perimeter of the designated tailgating space. Cookers may not be placed in travel lanes or in parking spaces. Cooking is not permitted under tents.
FENCING AND FLOORING
Fans may not erect or remove fencing or barricades of any type (permanent or temporary) on the A-State campus.
FLAMMABLES
Charcoals and other items must be disposed of properly. Please do not place or dump charcoals or other flammables in trash cans, under trees, near vehicles, or leave unattended in the parking lots.
FOOD SALES / FOOD VENDORS
No food sales or vendors are allowed on campus without approval of A-State Athletics and its concessionaire. Companies and individuals may not issue samples or products without being properly licensed by the University.
ICE
Bagged ice will be available on-site.
MOTORIZED VEHICLES
Golf carts, mopeds, scooters, ATVs, go carts, hover boards, parked vehicles and other custom motorized vehicles are not permitted on the A-State campus unless authorized by A-State Athletics. Any unauthorized vehicle in tailgate city is subject to be towed.
POLITICAL ACTIVITY
Political activity is subject to the same rules that apply to all signage, banners, solicitation, distribution of literature and other non-A-State activities on the Arkansas State campus. Distribution of flyers, stickers, buttons, signs, or promotional items is prohibited without approval by Arkansas State Administration. Contact tailgating@astate.edu prior to game day for information on the approval process.
REMOTE-CONTROLLED AIRCRAFT & DRONES
The use and/or operation of remote-controlled equipment/cameras/toys/aircraft (including all drones and unmanned aircraft systems) is strictly prohibited on all areas of the A-State Campus – including Gamedays and during gameday related activities (i.e. Friday game preparations). All grounds and parking lots are considered part of the A-State Campus.
SECURITY AND SAFETY
It is the responsibility of each tailgate party to secure tailgate items prior to entering the stadium. Tailgaters should lock food, beverages and valuables out of sight in vehicles; extinguish all fires or flames; unplug electrical outlets; secure barbecue pits, chairs, and ice chests; and store beverages in locked containers. A-State Athletics is not responsible for lost or stolen items.
SIGNAGE AND BANNERS
Banners and signage recognizing businesses may not be displayed, nor may promotional/commercial materials be distributed without prior approval by A-State Administration. Non-commercial messages (that is, non-profit or political messages) are subject to reasonable restrictions to protect safety and pedestrian access. Small signs, measuring not more than 2 feet in any dimension, may be placed within your immediate tailgating areas, if you are present at the location at all times and the signs do not block any walkway or other path.
SOLICITATIONS
Solicitations of any kind, for commercial, non-profit, political, or other purposes, within A-State facilities or on Arkansas State premises are prohibited unless specifically approved by A-State Administration. The distribution of flyers or leaflets on parked vehicles is expressly prohibited.
TAILGATING AMENITIES
Requests and questions regarding additional amenities (additional tables or chairs, linens, coolers) may be directed to tailgating@astate.edu.
TAILGATING LOCATIONS
Tailgating is not permitted in travel lanes on roads, parking lots, sidewalks, bike paths or landscaped areas. No tents or other items may be placed in these areas or obstruct access.
TAILGATING SETUP
Tailgating Setup is allowed after 12 p.m. the day prior to game day. Tailgate setup ends five hours prior to kickoff. Also, tailgate setups are subject to removal for violation of tailgating policies. Please direct all questions regarding tailgating to tailgating@astate.edu.
TENTS CANOPIES/DISPLAYS (CORPORATE LOGOS)
Tent canopies/covers are considered signage/displays – Tent canopies may not display corporate logos, advertising, or signage (tent canopies should be plain/generic). Violators will be told to take down or remove corporate logos.
