Tailgating at Delaware is a beloved tradition centered around the lots on South College Avenue and the grassy fields adjacent to the stadium.
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Food & Drinks
Fans begin arriving three to four hours before kickoff, with the Blue Hen faithful grilling Berger cookies, Dogfish Head beer, and classic Delaware scrapple sandwiches.
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Timing & Arrival
The surrounding Main Street in downtown Newark offers dozens of restaurants and bars for pregame fuel — Iron Hill Brewery and Deer Park Tavern are perennial favorites.
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Parking Reality
Parking fills up fast on game days, so arriving early is essential, especially for prime tailgate spots closest to the stadium.
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PRO TIP
Hit Deer Park Tavern on Main Street for a pregame pint — it's one of the oldest taverns in America and a UD institution.