Javelina Tailgates

Get game day started the Javelina way!

Join us under the Javelina Alumni Tent at every home football game for a fun, family-friendly tailgate experience. Connect with fellow alumni, enjoy the pregame atmosphere, and show your Javelina Pride.

We're set up three hours before kickoff in the tailgating area on the east side of Javelina Stadium—come early, stay awhile, and get ready for Javelina Football!

Football Schedule Tailgate Policies

Tailgate Memories

Gameday Information

Texas A&M-Kingsville football opens up the 2025 season at home against Lincoln University on Sept. 6 at 7:00 pm CT.

Fans of the Javelinas are reminded to follow all gameday guidelines inside and outside of Javelina Stadium. This includes the clear bag policy, tailgating guidelines and the parking map.

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Clear Bag Policy

To provide a safer environment for the public, Texas A&M University-Kingsville has implemented guidelines limiting the size and type of bag allowed into Javelina Stadium and all of Javelina Athletics' venues. Fans are permitted to take the following style and size bags into the stadium:

  • Bags that are clear and do not exceed 12 inches long by 12 inches high by 6 inches wide.
  • One-gallon clear plastic freezer bag.
  • Small clutch purses, with or without a handle or strap, not exceeding 4½ inches by 6½ inches.
  • Clear backpacks that do not exceed the 12 x 6 x 12 clear bag policy guidelines.

Prohibited items include, but are not limited to: purses or bags larger than a clutch bag, coolers, briefcases, backpacks, fanny packs, luggage of any kind, or computer bags. Fans may continue to carry approved items without a bag (e.g., cameras, smart phones, binoculars, etc.) into the stadium.

All prohibited items at home athletic venues remain the same, including:

  • Artificial noisemakers
  • Food
  • Beverages (including alcoholic beverages)
  • Firearms
  • Tobacco
  • Ice chests
  • Pets
  • Bags or cases of any kind that do not meet the bag policy

Game Day Parking Map

Javelina Football Game Day Parking Map

Tailgating Guidelines

TAMUK tailgating compliments the Javelina game day experience. To ensure a safe and positive environment, the following guidelines are enforced.

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  1. One (1) tailgate space per group.
  2. Tailgate lots open at 7:00 AM on game day and close at 10:30 PM. All equipment must be removed by noon Sunday.
  3. Spaces are first-come, first-served. Please respect reserved areas and lane markings.
  4. The Department of Athletics does not guarantee spaces and is not responsible for any spaces.
  5. TAMUK is not responsible for lost, stolen, or damaged personal property.
  6. No parked vehicles in the tailgate area. Drop-off only. No non-University golf carts or ATVs.
  7. No pets allowed. Service animals are permitted.
  8. Alcohol: individuals 21+ may consume in the tailgating area only. Providing alcohol to minors is prohibited.
  9. Cans and plastic containers only. No kegs, beer pong, drinking games, or glass bottles.
  10. Food or non-alcoholic beverages must be served alongside any alcoholic beverages.
  11. Designated drivers are encouraged for all tailgating parties.
  12. Disruptive behavior, loud/abusive language, or interference with others may result in removal.
  13. No advertising banners or corporate signage without prior written approval from Athletics.
  14. No selling food/products, raffle tickets, campaigning, or distributing petitions.
  15. No live bands or loud audio systems. Music must stop when Main Stage entertainment begins.
  16. No open pit fires. Fires must be contained to a grill.
  17. Violations may result in termination of tailgating privileges, criminal prosecution, or disciplinary action.
  18. RV owners: call (361) 593-2800 for prior arrangements.
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