Tailgate parties

[AlfieMoon]

Given the stadiums a decent distance from the city centres and need to get there nice and early - what’s the gig with the tailgate party stuff? 
 

None of us will be driving. 😂 

Can we just rock up with a cairy oot and join some locals for a perch at their spot? 

 

[GLOSTA]

Trains run for games from Boston South station... if you can afford the horrendous accommodation prices on Boston

For Miami... my brother in law was at the Celtic game and says easy by Uber and a great fan zone

Edited December 7, 2025 by GLOSTA
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[PORTY]

Boston to stadium 1 hour by train. Bars, cafes outside stadium. I think that they are putting on a bus service as well.

[AlfieMoon]

Missing the point guys - I’m not asking about the travel - I’m asking about the tailgate parties culture!! 🥳 🍻 

Can we just bulldoze in with our cairy oot and befriend the locals and hopefully get some scran?? 😆

Edited December 7, 2025 by AlfieMoon

[Ally Bongo]

10 minutes ago, AlfieMoon said:

Missing the point guys - I’m not asking about the travel - I’m asking about the tailgate parties culture!! 🥳 🍻 

Can we just bulldoze in with our cairy oot and befriend the locals and hopefully get some scran?? 😆

It's an NFL thing so i doubt there will be any tailgaiting for that reason plus the games are at night over there 

You would also need to humph your carry oot to the stadium rather than it being in the boot of a car 

[Toepoke]

Had a look at hiring a car from Boston for the day, about £80. Probably on a par with 4 or 5 people buying train tickets and a lot less hassle. Someone has to fall on their sword and stay sober though.

 

[AlfieMoon]

2 minutes ago, Toepoke said:

Had a look at hiring a car from Boston for the day, about £80. Probably on a par with 4 or 5 people buying train tickets and a lot less hassle. Someone has to fall on their sword and stay sober though.

 

Pretty sure car park space is about $75 or something as well. 

[scottish and proud]

I’d imagine it’ll be like a UEFA event where they (in this case FIFA) will take control of the entire stadium and surrounding area therefore I’d imagine the ability to rock up and ‘tailgate’ will be impossible. It’ll be FIFA controlled parking.

The stadiums are designed to accommodate people for hours before the game if you can stomach the prices.

[NE TA in the weeg]

On 12/7/2025 at 7:48 PM, GLOSTA said:

Trains run for games from Boston South station... if you can afford the horrendous accommodation prices on Boston

Gillette Stadium | Destinations | MBTA

Only 1 or 2 Trains from Boston for an NFL match, although I believe MBTA are trying to increase capacity at Foxboro station.

Foxboro Station Improvements | Projects | MBTA

Do not expect anything like Germany in 2024, though.

[Toepoke]

Private coaches from Boston to the stadium, $80 return 😯

https://www.bostoncommoncoach.com/fifa-world-cup-series-transportation?srsltid=AfmBOopBox4aC5ZwaAARdWQNpGhSlP_6zNr2e-L-Pvoa-YxKHb3lVs5E

15% discount for a group of 5 or more. Departs 4 hours before kick off, to allow tailgating which is why I posted here...

 

PICK UP

Deluxe motor coach buses or 14 passenger vans will pick you up at one of the available pick up locations noted on the specific event details pages. Available pickup locations vary by event. Premium pick up might be available for groups of 10 or larger.

ON THE WAY

Snacks, refreshments and water available on board

You may bring your own alcohol and refreshments to consume responsibly 

Entertainment available, free Wi-Fi, USB charging, and more

Restrooms available on board

Ample storage for all your tailgating needs 

ARRIVAL - TAILGATING, PATRIOT PLACE, OR THE STADIUM

You will arrive well before the event start to give you plenty of time to tailgate, check out the local shops and restaurants at Patriot Place, or head into Boston Stadium (Gillette Stadium). We have a tent, chairs, games, and other entertainment for tailgaters. Coolers will be available with limited quantities of ice for your convenience. 

[Auchinyell Sox Change]

On 12/7/2025 at 3:07 PM, Ally Bongo said:

It's an NFL thing so i doubt there will be any tailgaiting for that reason plus the games are at night over there 

You would also need to humph your carry oot to the stadium rather than it being in the boot of a car 

There was tailgating aplenty at jacksonville friendly several years back 

one of our guys invited himself to a car load of ‘soccer mums ‘

he disappeared during ‘ the march ‘ but i spotted him on someone’s photo page 

[Bzzzz]

Are there actually going to be that man locals/Americans in cars going to these games? I doubt the standard "culture" will apply in the same way as it would for the normal games they cater for... 

[fringo]

32 minutes ago, Bzzzz said:

Are there actually going to be that man locals/Americans in cars going to these games? I doubt the standard "culture" will apply in the same way as it would for the normal games they cater for... 

I'd doubt it

[HyndlandUltras]

So are we re-igniting this thread

now that tailgating is being allowed? Appreciate most folk will be taking public transport, but my experience of tailgates in the past is that some folk tend to organise “paid for” events with food/all you can drink cans etc. Could be a viable alternative as Patriot Place will be rammed pre-game.

[Gavowl]

2 hours ago, HyndlandUltras said:

So are we re-igniting this thread

now that tailgating is being allowed? Appreciate most folk will be taking public transport, but my experience of tailgates in the past is that some folk tend to organise “paid for” events with food/all you can drink cans etc. Could be a viable alternative as Patriot Place will be rammed pre-game.

 

[Gavowl]

For anyone going to Haiti game on with the Boston Common Coach Co, had an email y'day to say no tailgating allowed on the official stadium parking lots.

However  they have now arranged to park on an adjacent private lot near the stadium and expect that tailgating will be allowed on there. This may be subject to change due to local practices nearer the time. 

Apologies if any travellers on this coach were already aware. 

 

[Lion Rampant]

That email was sent in advance of the announcement by the Boston Host Committee yesterday that tailgating would, in fact, be allowed around the stadium. 

Apparently they were citing Fifa policy but Fifa clarified that they had no objections so it's going to be allowed. 

[Gavowl]

10 hours ago, Lion Rampant said:

That email was sent in advance of the announcement by the Boston Host Committee yesterday that tailgating would, in fact, be allowed around the stadium. 

Apparently they were citing Fifa policy but Fifa clarified that they had no objections so it's going to be allowed. 

Ah, nice 1. Cheers for the further update. 

For further info, I asked Boston Common if the bus would have toilet facilities and if the 5pm departure time would be sufficient, given the expected extra traffic. 

They kindly replied that the bus does have toilets, but are designated for emergency use only. (work that one out?) and they expect the journey to take 60 to 120 munutes. Hope they have got this right. 

 

[bg72826]

American fan here. I can't speak for others, but I'll be throwing a tailgate. Im going to bring lots of food and drink for everyone. Won't be charging a dime. No Scotland no party.

[adamntg]

Do we think the bizzies will be patrolling the tailgate parties carding 20 year Scots who are 6ft 3 and enjoying a small shandy with their dad?

[Alan C]

😂 Exactly the same position. Mine’s nearly 6’5” but still contending with the prospect of covert tactics. In danger of over shooting the runway…..

[Fur]

On 4/29/2026 at 11:28 AM, bg72826 said:

American fan here. I can't speak for others, but I'll be throwing a tailgate. Im going to bring lots of food and drink for everyone. Won't be charging a dime. No Scotland no party.

Hi mate, some good news that tailgaiting is now allowed.

Could you give us some insight into how it all works?  We're on boarding group 2 for the trains to both matches so should get to the stadium in good time.  Will we be able to get involved in the tailgaiting even if not coming by car?  And have you any idea if we'd be able to bring a carry out with us on the MBTA?

Cheers!

[bg72826]

1 hour ago, Fur said:

Hi mate, some good news that tailgaiting is now allowed.

Could you give us some insight into how it all works?  We're on boarding group 2 for the trains to both matches so should get to the stadium in good time.  Will we be able to get involved in the tailgaiting even if not coming by car?  And have you any idea if we'd be able to bring a carry out with us on the MBTA?

Cheers!

Hey. So I'm actually a bit of a noob when it comes to throwing a tailgate, but my plan is to bring as much food and drink as I can manage. I'll put up a sun shelter and wave the Scottish flag to attract folks. I will just hand out everything to folks. If you want to bring drinks, I'm sure anyone would be happy to add them to their coolers. I've heard that the T won't let you bring drinks on the train, I don't really know the rules on that. As for going to the parking lots, normally, you would be allowed in if you are just there. But FIFA being FIFA, who knows if they'll limit access to the lots to people who drove there or not. I just don't know.

Overall, I would bring a 12-pack, keep it in a bag so its not obvious and walk into the parking lots looking for folks partying. No one will say "no, go away", especially if you bring some bevvies.

[Wayverider]

Keep in mind there are 25,000 parking spots for NFL games but it’s being reduced to 5,000 for the WC games. I take that to mean we shouldn’t expect the normal U.S. full tailgating culture (hordes of cars, tents, BBQs, TVs with satellite dishes, RV trailers, corn hole tournies, etc…). But it will make walking around with drinks in hand more permissive. And in the event stadium bars are charging $25 for a pint spontaneous gatherings of party goers with their own food and drinks will be more able to make their own fun. 

[KevinP]

 Does anyone know the usual NFL game prices inside the stadium for food and beer? Are we talking “expensive day out” prices, or “remortgage the house for two beers and a hot dog” prices?