Homecoming Tailgate
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Do I need to register?
If you want to buy a spot, you must register through our online form, which will become available in July. Once you have paid for your spot and acquired a pass, this automatically designates you as a social host. A social host is defined as a person who coordinates the …
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Are children welcome?
Children are welcome at the tailgate. However, if you are looking for a family-friendly event without alcohol, we are pleased to announce that this year’s Homecoming will coincide with the Parents and Family Weekend celebration, which will be happening on the other side of the campus. Please remember that parents …
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Who’s invited?
All alumni, students, parents, faculty, staff, and friends of Lynchburg are welcome. …
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How much is a parking spot, and how big is it?
For $95, you can buy a spot for the day. Bring your vehicle, food, beverages of choice, tent, coolers, etc. You may use the 8.5-by-15-foot tailgate spot with or without a car. A 10-by-10-foot tent does not fit in one parking spot. …
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What and when is the Homecoming Tailgate?
The tailgate at Lynchburg is during Homecoming. It’s a time to celebrate classes in reunion, connect with fellow Hornets, and come together on campus. The tailgate occurs at the Hopwood Hall parking lot on Oct. 18, 2025, from noon to 6 p.m. …
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More questions?
If we haven’t answered your question, please email us at [email protected] or call 434.544.8293. …
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Where can I park on campus?
If you bought a tailgating spot, you must park in your assigned spot. For all other vehicles, please park at the Hobbs-Sigler and the Thompson Hall lots (see a campus map for locations). Recreational vehicles, trailers, and other similar, large vehicles are not allowed in the tailgating area. …
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What is an open- or common-source container?
Common-source containers of alcohol meant for transporting, sharing, serving, and/or mixing alcohol in large quantities are prohibited. These containers include but are not limited to kegs, mini kegs, etc. Open-source alcohol containers and any receptacle that contains any amount of alcoholic beverage that is open or has a broken seal …
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What can I bring?
Food, beverages of choice, tent, coolers (no kegs or open-source containers), grills, pop-up chairs, etc. …
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Do I need to check in at the tailgate?
Yes, to enter the tailgate area, you must check-in. At check-in, you will be asked to show proof of age. Please bring your government-issued photo ID with you to be scanned at check-in. …
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