The championship success at Alabama and the increased capacity of Bryant-Denny Stadium has created an incredible demand for the tailgating excitement for a football Saturday tailgating experience in Tuscaloosa. With the overflowing crowds now gathering on and around the University of Alabama campus for a day of friends, family, food and football, a new set of guidelines and Alabama tailgating suppliers have emerged. there are plenty of guidelines and restrictions regarding the many aspects of tailgating to include the size and placement of tents, generators, vehicles and much more. While many fans still bring their own supplies, many of the gameday needs are handled by vendors who specialize in helping Bama fans enjoy their "Roll Tide" gameday experience . In this section, we provide you with helpful hints that will help you plan for your Crimson Tide football experience and salute the proud tradition of tailgating Alabama style.

Alabama Tailgating Tradition

The reasons that the strict guidelines and equipment and service companies have emerged is because of the incredible passion that exists for celebrating the many aspects of gamedays in T-Town. Along with the joy of Football Saturdays at Bama gamedays, the Southern cultures are all about great food such as the famed Dreamland Bar-B-Que and much more that's shared with family and friends. Popular tailgating spots on the Alabama campus include the Quad and other areas of the scenic campus.  Prior to the start of the 2016 football season, the University opened a new tailgating area that would be conducive for families.  That area is located at the corner of Hackberry Lane and Campus Drive.  Along with inflatable play areas for the children, the new family area is an alcohol-free zone.

The gameday experience is further enhanced by two pregame activities that Crimson Tide fans enjoy.   The Elephant Stomp features the University's Million Dollar Band playing a series of spirit inducing songs on the steps of the Gorgas Library.  The Walk of Champions takes place a couple of hours before the game when the team is dropped off on the north side of the stadium at University Boulevard.  The coaching staff and players walk through a cheering throng of Bama supporters as the walk to the stadium.

Alabama Tailgating Guidelines
With the growing abundance of Crimson fans wanting to experience a gameday in Tuscaloosa, more and more guidelines are being implemented to ensure that fans enjoy a positive and safe experience.  Two specific restrictions at the Quad include the use of electrical cooking equipment or gas-powered generators. Information is constantly released and updated on when areas across the campus will become accessible for  setup.  The Quad drop off area along 9th Avenue is usually open from 6:00p.m. until 8:00 p.m. on fridays before Crimson Tide home games.after 5pm on Fridays prior to gameday It is discouraged for Bama tailgaters to set up tents larger than must be 20 x 30' or smaller.  Additional information for fans wanting to head to the Quad can be found on the University of Alabama gameday website that lists specific Alabama tailgating policies.  There are also good information sources that provide insight on where to park including the location and times available for Quad unloading zones before and after the game.

Alabama Tailgating Suppliers and Vendors

With the numerous large groups of friends and family that tailgate together in Purple and Gold fashion, companies that serve tailgating needs have answered the call to offer a variety of products and services to enhance the gameday experience. Services offered include the setting up and breaking down of tents, chairs, turf, flat-screen TV's and more.

Suppliers and caterers include:

• Gameday Tents
• Dreamland Bar-B-Que
• Cypress Inn Restaurant
• Full Moon Bar-B-Que