Gator Nation Tailgates

Gator Nation Tailgate Essentials

Everything you need to know for the 2026 Season

Entry and Access

The Experience

  • Dining:Brick City Southern Kitchen (available for purchase).
  • Family Fun: Live entertainment and face painting for all ages.
  • Apparel: Official gear available from the UF Bookstore.
  • Gator Walk: Located steps away from the stadium route.

Guest Policy

  • Life Members: 2 complimentary guests.
  • Annual Members: 1 complimentary guest.
  • Youth: Children under 17 are admitted free.
  • Additional Guests: $10 per person (Credit/Debit accepted).

2026 Football Season

We can’t wait to welcome you all back for the upcoming 2026 season!

Date Opponent Location Kickoff Tailgate Status
Apr. 11
O&B
Orange & Blue Spring Game
 Gainesville TBA 9 AM - 11:30 AM
Sept. 5
FAU
Florida Atlantic Home opener
 Gainesville 7:45 PM ET Coming Soon
Sept. 12
CAM
Campbell
 Gainesville 5:30 PM ET Coming Soon
Sept. 19
AUB
at Auburn
 Auburn, AL 7 PM ET Away Tailgate Details coming soon
Sept. 26
MISS
Ole Miss
 Gainesville Flex: 3:30-4:30 PM or 6-8 PM ET Coming Soon
Oct. 3
MIZ
at Missouri
 Columbia, MO Flex: 3:30-4:30 PM or 6-8 PM ET Away
Oct. 10
SCAR
South Carolina
 Gainesville Early: 12-1 PM ET Coming Soon
Oct. 17
TEX
at Texas
 Austin, TX Early: 12-1 PM ET Away
Oct. 31
UGA
vs. Georgia Rivalry Weekend
 Atlanta, GA 3:30 PM ET Away Tailgate Details coming soon
Nov. 7
OU
Oklahoma
 Gainesville Flex: 3:30-4:30 PM or 6-8 PM ET Coming Soon
Nov. 14
UK
at Kentucky
 Lexington, KY Night: 6-8 PM ET Away
Nov. 21
VAN
Vanderbilt
 Gainesville Early: 12-1 PM ET Coming Soon
Nov. 27
FSU
at Florida State Rivalry Weekend
 Tallahassee, FL 3:30 PM ET Away

Stay Updated for 2026

Official tailgate locations and registration links for the 2026 season will be released as details are confirmed. Kickoff times are Eastern and subject to change.

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