The Official Vandal Tailgate
You are invited to the official tailgate of Vandal football. Let us treat you to a fantastic, pride-filled time at both home and away games. The goal is to provide all the fun of tailgating without the hassle of planning one yourself. We offer Vandal alumni fans and friends a lively and exciting experience that allows you to make the most of game day.
Game Day at Home
The official Vandal Tailgate is located right in front of the new ICCU Arena. There is food by local vendors, music, performances, a visit by the Sound of Idaho Marching Band and Vandal Spirit Squad, giveaways, games for kids and more! Vandal Tailgate opens two hours prior to kickoff. Stop by and get your complimentary tailgate cup. This event is free, family-friendly, and open to all.
Vandal fans are known for hosting the best tailgates in the Inland Northwest. Tailgating is allowed in the ASUI-Kibbie Activity Center parking lot, and several lots surrounding the Kibbie Dome, starting four hours prior to kickoff. Reserved spots are available in designated lots according to Vandal Scholarship Fund donation level. Fans may bring their own beverages, as long as they are held in an opaque container that is not labeled by an alcohol manufacturer or distributor and remains in one of the designated tailgating parking lots. U of I has implemented a clear bag policy for large events, bags can be purchased at the VandalStore.
Away Tailgating
Join us at the official Vandal Tailgate at select away games. Enjoy food and drinks and a rousing round of the fight song before taking your seat in the stands. Event schedule and prices vary by location.
2022 Idaho Football Schedule
Join fellow alumni and friends at the Vandal Tailgate in Pullman before the Vandals take on the Cougars in Martin Stadium!
Vandal Tailgate: 3:30 – 6:30 p.m.
Ensminger Pavilion
455 Lincoln Dr
Pullman, WA
$25/person pre-registration admission includes transportation from the Kibbie Dome to the Vandal Tailgate via the Joe Bus; Palouse Caboose BBQ meal: Smoked Pulled Pork/Chicken, Mixed Green Salad, Potato Salad, House BBQ/Palouse Pale Sauce, Pickles and Pickled Onions; return transportation.
$35/person at the door.
Beer will be available for purchase through Vandal Owned Another Round Brewing Co.
Kick-off: 6:30 p.m.
Martin Stadium
Pullman, WA
We'll pick up the first round of appetizers. Additional food and beverage is no-host.
Kick-off: 5:30 p.m.
Questions? Contact Marie Duncan or 208-885-5366
Come for Tap-the-Keg Friday night and stay for the home opener against Drake. Vandal Village will be starting a new era for home tailgating experience. There will be food truck options, beverages for purchases, giveaways and raffle at the Alumni tent and activities for the kids.
Join alumni and fans for a pregame celebration before heading to J. Lawrence Walkup Skydome to cheer on the Vandals as they take on the Northern Arizona Lumberjacks.
Saturday, Sept. 24
Vandal Prefunk: 11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
The McMillan Bar and Grill
2 Historic Rte 66
Flagstaff, AZ
We'll pick up the first round of appetizers. Additional food and beverage is no-host.
Let us know you're coming: vandalsatnau.eventbrite.com
Kick-off: 1 p.m.
J. Lawrence Walkup Skydome
1705 S. San Francisco St
Flagstaff, AZ
To purchase game tickets, call 928-523-0639 or visit NAU's website. Vandal fans will be seated in Sections 224 and 226.
Questions? Contact Sandy Larsen at sandyl@uidaho.edu or 208-364-4030.
Vandal Village will be starting a new era for home tailgating experience. There will be food truck options, beverages for purchases, giveaways and raffle at the Alumni tent and activities for the kids. Game tickets are now available.
Please make sure to bookmark the Homecoming site.
There is no game this weekend. We look forward to seeing you in Missoula on Oct. 15.
Reunite with old friends and cheer on the Vandals in Missoula this fall!
Saturday, Oct. 15
Vandal Tailgate: 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.
River Bowl South, Spaces 16 and 17
Corner of Maurice Avenue and S 5th Street SE
Missoula, MT
Cost: $15/person if registered prior to 5pm on Oct. 13. Includes BBQ pulled pork sandwich with BBQ sauce and coleslaw, served on Wheat Montana bun, delicious potato salad, chips, soda and bottled water. Price increases to $20 after 5 p.m. on Oct. 13 and at the door. No-host beer and wine will be available.
RSVP for the tailgate at vandalsatmontana.eventbrite.com
Kick-off: 1 p.m.
Washington-Grizzly Stadium
Missoula, MT
Game tickets: Contact the Montana Ticket office at 406-243-4051 or visit them online. Vandal fans will be in Sections 101-103.
Questions? Contact Sandy Larsen at 208-364-4030 or sandyl@uidaho.edu.
Vandal Village will be starting a new era for home tailgating experience. There will be food truck options, beverages for purchases, giveaways and raffle at the Alumni tent and activities for the kids. Game tickets are now available.
The Vandals are headed to sunny California! Join fellow alumni, fans and friends at the Vandal Tailgate in Sacramento before the Vandals take on Sacramento State!
Date: Saturday, October 29
Time: 3 p.m.
Location: Lot 7 – Away Tailgate area (see map)
We will have a food truck on site to order from, however, we will not have a bar, but alcohol may be brought in individually.
Kick-off: 6 p.m.
Hornet Stadium
Sacramento, California
Let us know you’re coming
To purchase game tickets, call 916-278-2222 or visit the Sac State ticket office online.
Vandal fans should purchase tickets under East Side General Admission.
Questions? Contact Sandy Larsen at 208-364-4030 or sandyl@uidaho.edu
Vandal Village will be starting a new era for home tailgating experience. There will be food truck options, beverages for purchases, giveaways and raffle at the Alumni tent and activities for the kids. Game tickets are now available.
Please bookmark the Parent & Family Weekend site for all of the details.
Vandal Village will be starting a new era for home tailgating experience. There will be food truck options, beverages for purchases, giveaways and raffle at the Alumni tent and activities for the kids. Game tickets are now available.
Join alumni, fans and friends at the Vandal Tailgate in Pocatello before the Vandals take on the Bengals in Holt Arena!
Date: Saturday, November 19
Vandal Tailgate: 10 a.m. MT
Location: Bonneville Park across from Holt Arena
Pocatello, ID
$15/person pre-registration admission includes delicious buffet from Mama Inez : chicken and beef enchiladas, rice, beans, chips and salsa
$20/person at the door
- Cash bar available
- The VandalStore will be on site selling tons of Vandal gear!
- Roundtrip shuttle from University Place in Idaho Falls to Bonneville Park for an additional $25/person
- U of I vs Bengals Food Fight! The Bengals and Vandals will gather for their respective tailgate parties before the game. At each tailgate, there will be a place designated for fans, friends and family to drop canned goods. The tailgate that brings in the most cans — and for this contest, cans only, please — wins. All of the food from both tailgates will be donated to the Idaho Foodbank.
Kick-off: 1 p.m. MT
Holt Arena
Pocatello, ID
Let us know you're coming
To purchase game tickets, call 208-282-3267 or visit here.
Vandal fans will be seated in Sections L and M.
Questions? Please contact Sandy Larsen at 208-364-4030 or sandyl@uidaho.edu