Fire Up the Grill, it’s Tailgate Time
When it comes to tailgating for the Valero Alamo Bowl, the Alamo City always shines. As we inch closer to selecting this year’s matchup we took a look at how some of the schools in our mix prepare for their big games each Saturday.
Oklahoma:
If you’re looking for great food, a spirited atmosphere and passionate football fans, look no further than Norman. Sooner fans start as early at 4:00 am on Friday mornings to stake out their perfect tailgate spot for game day. Can’t get your own set-up? Feel free to stop by any tailgate and meet some friendly fans who love to share good conversation and a cold beverage.
TCU:
There are three words to describe the way that TCU fans prepare for game day in Fort Worth: Grills Gone Wild. Get there early, make sure you’re hungry and don’t forget to wear purple. Parking lots outside Amon Carter Stadium are filled with mobile man caves, quasi-living rooms and elaborate décor on Saturdays in the fall. Picture fancy feasts from the grill, with any baked good you can imagine dyed purple, though you won’t find any frog on your plate at this party.
USC:
A typical Saturday during the fall on the University of Southern California’s campus are filled with the smell of hamburgers grilling and the sound of the legendary ‘SC Marching Band. In a sea of cardinal and gold under the Traveler statue you’ll find thousands of excited USC fans counting down the minutes until kickoff. Tailgate town at USC is like a party in Hollywood, complete with great weather and the possibility of seeing a few of the Trojans’ celebrity fans. Don’t forget to kick the flagpole on your way to the Coliseum for good luck.
UCLA:
Where does college football, great weather and golf come together to create a unique game day experience? Only at UCLA. Brookside Golf Club is located right next to the Rose Bowl stadium. The unique location makes the fairways a prime tailgating spot outside of the historic stadium. Experience the beautiful Pasadena weather while enjoying your keg on the green.
Our scouts are already traveling and will continue to throughout November, so if you’re tailgating and you see a Valero Alamo Bowl representative don’t forget to say hi and invite us in for a cold one. Have ideas for spots our scouts should check out when we visit your school? Tweet them to us @valeroalamobowl.
Spice up your own tailgate with our Pinterest board of tailgate ideas here.

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2019 (44)
- 12.09.19 A Halftime Performance to Remember
- 12.05.19 Dome Sweet Dome
- 12.04.19 Championship Game Impact
- 12.04.19 Selection Sunday Schedule
- 11.26.19 If Your Team is In, So Are You
- 11.26.19 Big 12 and Pac-12 Rivalry Week Games
- 11.20.19 Who is coming to San Antonio?
- 11.20.19 Games to Watch in Week 13
- 11.12.19 Team Selection Process 101
- 10.31.19 Experience Premium Texas Hospitality
- 10.31.19 Week 10 Game by Game Analysis
- 10.30.19 Valero Alamo Bowl Happy Hour
- 10.15.19 Pac-12 and Big 12 Week 8 Schedule
- 10.07.19 Whataburger Breakfast!
- 09.30.19 College Football Week 6
- 09.16.19 Become a San Antonio Partner Today
- 09.16.19 A Look Into CFB’s 2019 Uniforms
- 09.16.19 Pac-12 and Big 12 Must-see Matchups
- 09.05.19 Media Bowl Projections
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- 05.13.19 Bowl kicks off on New’s Year Eve
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2018 (49)
- 12.19.18 The Guide to a Successful Bowl Week
- 12.12.18 Celebrate Christmas at SeaWorld
- 11.27.18 Team Announcement on Sunday
- 11.19.18 An Impact to Remember
- 11.19.18 Games to be thankful for
- 10.15.18 Still Time To Win $1 Million!
- 10.01.18 Pick the teams and win big!
- 09.18.18 Your chance to join the club!
- 09.18.18 Meet the Interns: Asking Andrew
- 09.12.18 Valero Alamo Bowl Media Projections
- 09.06.18 Kickin’ It With Katie
- 09.06.18 Week 1 produces big winners!
- 09.06.18 Tickets on sale now!
- 08.17.18 Just Getting to Know Josh
- 08.14.18 Pick the Teams Contest
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- 04.16.18 Kiolbassa Named 2018 Bowl Chair
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- 12.22.17 Denny’s Grand Slam Giveaway
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- 12.14.17 Denny’s $25,000 Grand Slam Giveaway!
- 12.08.17 25 for $25
- 12.06.17 Alamodome Transformation
- 11.20.17 The Leader of the Band – Al Sturchio
- 11.07.17 Don’t Wait, Buy Today!
- 11.06.17 Meet our Balloon Guy, Patrick McFall
- 10.02.17 4-2-1 Ticket Special
- 09.18.17 Calling All Groups!
- 09.05.17 Week One in the Books
- 08.31.17 Meet the Intern: Kerry Colby
- 08.22.17 PrimeSport Chairman’s Club
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- 08.07.17 Meet the Intern: Gabrielle Hawkins
- 07.24.17 Meet the Intern: Chevy Cawlfield
- 07.24.17 Are you hungry?
- 07.24.17 One Month Away From College Football
- 06.16.17 Fly With Us To See Texas at USC
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- 02.06.17 Let’s Celebrate
- 02.06.17 Big Events. Big Impact.
2016 (64)
- 12.23.16 Upper Level Hot Spots
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- 12.22.16 Club Level Hot Spots
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- 10.17.16 Tailgate for Free at The Alamodome
- 10.13.16 Remember the Comeback
- 10.04.16 Win Big With “Pick the Teams”
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- 10.03.16 Take a Shot at $1 Million Dollars
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- 09.06.16 Notre Dame Returns To San Antonio
- 08.22.16 Meet the Intern: Sara McCarty
- 08.22.16 Don’t Miss The Unforgettable Action
- 08.22.16 Bowl Surprises Scholarship Winners
- 08.09.16 Countdown to College Football
- 08.08.16 Meet the Intern: Ray Silva
- 04.25.16 Jefferson Takes Helm as Chairman
- 01.11.16 Thank You From The Valero Alamo Bowl
- 01.03.16 #15 Oregon vs. #11 TCU – Quick Wrap
2015 (52)
- 12.27.15 Team Arrivals
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- 12.18.15 Club Level Hotspots
- 12.14.15 #15 Oregon vs. #11 TCU Match-Up
- 12.12.15 The San Antonio Experience
- 12.09.15 Fight Hunger, Score Free Tickets
- 12.07.15 Experience the Valero Alamo Bowl
- 11.30.15 Media Projections – Week #14
- 11.23.15 A Week of Bowl Festivities
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- 11.03.15 The Suite Life
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- 09.21.15 “Oh Whata Night!” – SA Goes Orange
- 09.21.15 Media Bowl Projections- Week 3
- 09.04.15 Meet the Intern: Josh Lightner
- 09.04.15 Hyundai College Football Pickoff
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2014 (52)
- 12.23.14 The Premium Seats
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- 12.22.14 Upper Level Highlights
- 12.22.14 Gameday Timeline
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- 12.20.14 The Perfect Gift!
- 12.20.14 Tis the Season for Giving!
- 12.15.14 What They’re Saying
- 12.15.14 Gear Up and Win!
- 12.08.14 Experience Bowl Week
- 12.07.14 #11 Kansas State vs. #14 UCLA
- 12.01.14 An Olympic Sized Help
- 12.01.14 Gridiron All Stars to Shine
- 12.01.14 Loud and Proud Student Sections
- 11.24.14 Treats to be Thankful for
- 11.23.14 The Suite Life
- 11.17.14 Early Renewal Pays Off!
- 11.17.14 Return of the Final Four
- 11.17.14 Will History Repeat Itself?
- 11.10.14 Don’t miss your chance to win!
- 11.10.14 Beat Next Week’s Price Increase
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- 06.07.13 Bowl Improves Selection Rights
- 05.17.13 Pat Frost Returns as Bowl Chairman
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