Tailgating Policy Overview

For those under age 21 it is illegal to consume alcohol. It is also illegal to provide alcohol to anyone under the age of 21.

On home football game days, tailgating is allowed in any parking lot or garage on MU’s campus where people typically park for football games. Keep in mind that most streets and adjacent sidewalks throughout the campus are city property, so all city laws related to alcohol such as open container, minor in possession, and disorderly conduct still apply.

Excessive quantities of alcohol will not be permitted in any vehicle or in any of the parking lots. At informal tailgating activities, no direct or indirect sales of alcohol are permitted.

Official Policy Wording

UNIVERSITY’S POLICIES REGARDING ALCOHOL SERVED AT TAILGATING ACTIVITIES ON FOOTBALL SATURDAYS Formal Tailgate Activities (Large Groups and/or Corporate Sponsored Events) The University has designated the Hearnes Center Fieldhouse as the primary location for formal tailgate activities and permits are issued to groups serving alcohol in this area. Pursuant to Section 1:080 of the MU Business Policy and Procedure Manual, permits to serve alcohol on University property are issued by the Office of Administrative Services. The Intercollegiate Athletic Department and/or Office of Administrative Services is responsible for ensuring the existence of appropriate University permits for functions occurring in these areas. Where alcohol is sold and/or admission charged for the formal tailgate event, an appropriate liquor license is required. MUPD personnel are responsible for ensuring compliance with applicable state and federal laws and for addressing any other safety concerns consistent with normal practices. Informal Tailgating Activities (Individuals, Families and Small Groups) Pursuant to Section 110.050 of the Collected Rules and Regulations, the Chancellor has designated the parking areas on campus routinely used for football parking (both donor and general public parking areas) as permissible locations for informal tailgate activities. Formal permits are not required. On home football game days, alcoholic beverages may be served in such areas; provided, however excessive quantities of alcohol will not be permitted in any vehicle or in any of the parking lots. At informal tailgating activities, no direct or indirect sales of alcohol are permitted. MUPD personnel are responsible for ensuring compliance with applicable state and federal laws and for addressing any other safety concerns consistent with normal practices. Alcohol Inside the Stadium Pursuant to contractual agreements, beer and wine is permitted only in the Private Suites and Tiger Lounge. MUPD will assist Athletic Department personnel when requested to ensure compliance with applicable state and federal laws and for addressing any other safety concerns consistent with normal practices.