IMPORTANT HIGHLIGHTS
"TAILGATING" in this policy is defined as parking and consuming food and beverages, including alcoholic beverages, outside of Provost Umphrey Stadium, on the campus of Lamar University. This policy refers specifically to tailgating at LU home football games.
- Tailgate parties are to be private parties only and must adhere to Health Department rules and regulations.
- Tailgating may begin no earlier than six hours before the start of the game and may not continue after kick-off of the football game. Tailgating may resume for no more than 90 minutes after the conclusion of the game.
- Texas Law pertaining to the possession, consumption and distribution of alcohol and controlled substances will be strictly enforced. The consumption of alcohol is allowed only in Red, Gold, Orange and Green lots.
- Parking/Tailgate permits may not be transferred or reassigned by permit holders. All permits must be obtained through the Athletic Ticket Office of Lamar Athletics, (409) 880-1715.
- Traffic flow prior to and following home games will be directed by University Police. Some roadways may be blocked and/or traffic may be diverted to ensure traffic moves as swiftly and safely as possible. MLK Access Road will be closed to RV traffic for one hour after the game.
- Parking/Tailgate permit holders must have a signed "Acknowledgement of Policy" on file with the Athletic Ticket Office. Permits are purchased on a per spot basis, and there is no distinction between parking and tailgating permits. One permit allows the purchaser to both park and tailgate in the designated lots.
- Tailgating is only allowed in lots Red (A2), Gold (A5), Green (C5, E2), Orange (E3, E5). For lot A2, permits are sold only in blocks of four (4) spaces. Lots A5, C5, E2, E3, and E5 are sold in one (1) space increments. See Tailgating Map