Alabama Crimson Tide @ LSU Tigers
Alabama Crimson Tide @ LSU Tigers
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DAMN STRONG TAILGATE
This well known LSU tailgate is the most authentic Bayou experience you will find on campus on a football Saturday. They have been running this show for over 20 years now. Set about half way back in the lot, with a big kettle pot being stirred by a paddle, music playing, TVs going, you get the sense these are the superfans of the LSU Tigers. In fact, there is no game too early for this group to be up and running by 7 AM if need be for an 11 AM game.
The food varies from week to week, but be rest assured the amount of time and effort put into preparation is evident when you first taste what they are serving. Boudin, gumbo, homemade sausages and much more cajun faire. Ice cold beers, full bar and non-alcoholic beverages are also offered to guests. The average crowd is approximately 75+ with all ages represented. For a night game at Death Valley, you may actually get 12 hours of tailgating in, hence the name “Damn Strong”. These are some of the nicest people you could meet in Baton Rouge!
🍖 Food: Cajun Faire: Boudin, Gumbo, Homemade Sausages, etc
🍺 Drinks: Ice Cold Beers, Full Bar & Non-Alcoholic Beverages
📍 ~0.5 mi from the stadium
KOCKA TAILGATE
In Baton Rouge, they believe LSU football is more than four quarters. It’s an all-day celebration. Enter KOCKA Tailgating, where Tigers fans have been gathering for more than two decades to enjoy incredible Louisiana food, cold drinks, great friends, and unforgettable Saturdays in Baton Rouge.
Every home game, they host approximately 80 to 100 guests, creating a welcoming atmosphere where first-time visitors quickly become part of the KOCKA family.
You’ll enjoy authentic Louisiana favorites like jambalaya, pastalaya, gumbo, and chili, along with beer, water, our signature KOCKAtion cocktail, and a whiskey bar during select games. Beneath the shade of LSU’s iconic stately oaks, our four 10×20 canopies and ample seating provide a comfortable place to relax, visit with friends, and enjoy everything that makes an LSU game day special.
Game day at KOCKA is about much more than food and drinks. DJ Big B keeps the music going while TVs feature football from around the country. Challenge your friends to cornhole, washers, or the legendary 8-Man Funnel of Death, one of KOCKA’s most talked-about traditions. They also host two tournament-style beer pong tournaments each game day, one in the morning and another later in the day, depending on kickoff time. For a small additional entry fee, you can compete for bragging rights, prizes, and, of course, the title of KOCKA Beer Pong Champion. If you’d like to compete, please contact us via TGC Support phone or email before game day so we can reserve your spot, take care of your entry in advance, and be sure the host provides you with that week’s official tournament times and rules.
**Please note that this tailgate is typically closed down by 3:30 PM so we recommend you arrive early and attend this tailgate first on the tent crawl to get the full experience.** It takes the crew about an hour to break everything down, so don’t worry, the fun doesn’t stop when cleanup begins. The music keeps playing, games continue, and there’s still plenty of time to visit and enjoy the atmosphere until it’s time to pack away the last few items.
Whether you’re a lifelong Tiger or making your very first trip to Death Valley, there’s always room for one more at KOCKA. Where the game day philosophy is simple: get out there early, party all day, then cheer on the Tigers in Death Valley. #GeauxUglyEarly
🍖 Food: Louisiana food - Jambalaya, Pastalaya, Gumbo and Chili.
🍺 Drinks: Beer, Water, House Speciality Drink: KOCKAtion, Whiskey Bar for Big Games
📍 ~0.4 mi from the stadium