Furman University provides the opportunity for tailgating at approved venues on the Furman campus for football and other major athletic events. University Athletics, on consultation with University Police, is responsible for designating activities as a major athletic event. The requirements established for tailgating are intended to ensure a safe and enjoyable environment for students, alumni and guests.
Tailgating is permitted for alumni and campus guests (Non-Student Tailgaters) in the athletic event parking lots adjacent to an individual’s parking space as designated by the Athletics Department and/or Furman Police Department. Tailgating that is not adjacent to a parking space must be reserved by registering 14 days in advance.
Non-Student Tailgaters will be permitted to set-up no more than four (4) hours prior to the start of the athletic event. Tailgating ends at the start of the athletic event. The tailgate area must be cleaned up, all belongings removed (i.e. furniture) and Furman-provided tents lowered no later than two (2) hours after the conclusion of the athletic event. Rented tables and chairs may be left for Facilities Services to collect.
Open alcohol containers are only permitted for Non-Student Tailgaters who are 21 and older in the area adjacent to an individual’s parking space as set out above. Students may only consume alcohol in the designated location for student tailgating (see Student Tailgates ).
- Non-Student tailgating is strictly a “BYOB” event in which individuals who choose to bring their own alcoholic beverages, limited only to beer and wine products, are solely responsible for their disposition and individually assume all liability associated with their choices.
- Individuals are responsible for and expected to follow all federal, state, and local laws, as well as students must abide by the Student Conduct Code and all student organization, group and team policies.
The following behaviors are strictly prohibited:
- Public urination
- Littering in or around tailgating areas
- Activities/games that encourage binge drinking
- Public drunkenness
- Throwing beer cans or other items
- Intentional disruption of other tailgating areas
- Inappropriate language, aggressive behavior or other misconduct that is disruptive to the Furman community
Other Rules:
- Staking tents is prohibited. Tents may be held down with sandbags or weights. Shallow sprinkler, electric and natural gas lines run under all tailgating areas.
- Electrical extension cords may not be run across sidewalks or roads.
- Charcoal grills are prohibited. Gas grills are permitted and a fire extinguisher is required.
- Tables, chairs, and tents may not be removed from other tailgate spots.
- Trash must be placed in the provided trash bins or bagged and left next to the trash bins.
Music
All individuals are expected to be good neighbors. Individuals who feel their neighbor’s music is too loud and/or offensive are encouraged to talk with their neighbors about the disturbance and/or contact the Furman Police if the disturbance fails to cease. Individuals are expected to comply with reasonable requests.
Catering
Catering is available (not required) through Furman Catering. Click here to order online. Orders must be received by 2:00 p.m. at least three (3) business days before the athletic event.
Enforcement
Non-Student Tailgaters in violation of the tailgating policies are subject to action taken by the Furman Police and/or local law enforcement, to include being trespassed from University property. Students in violation of the tailgating policies are subject to action taken by the Furman Police and/or local law enforcement, as well as University disciplinary action as outlined in the Student Handbook.
Further guidelines for students, student organizations, groups and teams are available at Student Tailgates .
