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GOT GAME: Countdown to Kickoff

Football season is officially here and we couldn’t be more excited! Bring on the tailgating, football games, and all the burnt orange. Below we’ve put together a curated list of our favorite gear, where to watch those away games, and ways to tailgate from home.

Stadium seats with text overlay,
Bouldin Acres Patio
Dirty Martin's exterior
Doc's Bar & Grill

Bouldin Acres | Prime spot to come to enjoy a drink and watch the game with your friends in an environment that’s both family and pet-friendly.

2027 S Lamar Blvd | 512.536.0132

Dirty Martin’s Place | An Austin mainstay since 1926 with burgers, beer, and American chow served in an old-school space.

2808 Guadalupe St | 512.477.3173

Doc’s | With several TVs and a dog-friendly patio, this joint is the perfect place to enjoy the game and have a bite.

5207 Brodie Ln #100 | 512.892.5200

Hide covered chairs
West 6th in Austin
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Driskill Bar | With its rustic leather couches, cowhide barstools, cattle branded custom carpet, you’ll have the best seat in the house to watch the game.

604 Brazos St | 512.439.1234

Little Woodrow’s | Your sports-watching HQ. Enjoy dozens of beers on tap, a full bar, and dozens of TVs for watching live events and games.

5425 Burnet Rd | 512.276.2390

The Park | More than just your average sports bar with 40 strategically placed TVs, delicious cuisine, handcrafted cocktails, and artisan beers.

11601 Domain Dr #200 | 512.478.7275

Star Bar
The Tavern exterior

Scholz Garten | Buzzing during football games, this iconic Central Austin spot serves up beer and burgers in a relaxed, shaded outdoor setting.

1607 San Jacinto Blvd | 512.474.1958

Star Bar | This original West 6th Street Bar is a relaxed, modern watering hole with Jenga, craft beer, and 2 patios for people and game-watching.

600 W 6th St | 512.477.8550

The Tavern | This German-influenced sports bar boasts 50 high-def TVs, a rotating beer menu, and an upstairs patio.

922 W 12th St | 512.320.8377

yeti cooler

Tecovas Boots | Your die-hard fandom will be on full display once you pull on your new favorite game-day boots.

Howler Brothers: Burnt Orange Polo | Upgrade your staple polo with Howler Brothers’ stylish design—featuring a cool single pocket, pearl snaps, and a subtle western yoke.

YETI Texas Cooler | Hook ’em Horns! Be sure to have your officially licensed University of Texas YETI® cooler fully stocked for the next big game.

Longhorn cups
clear purse

Elizabeth + Mae: Longhorns Cups | From cups to napkins to plates, these game-day goodies are the perfect addition to your at-home tailgate.

Texas Longhorn Cornhole | Represent your favorite team while also having fun. This Texas Longhorns tailgate game is a portable cornhole game set, that everyone can enjoy.

Kendra Scott: Clear Belt Bag | Are you in the clear? Pulled out the style playbook, these stadium/event-approved clear bags won’t cramp your game-day style!

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Texas Longhorns Connect Four Board Game | This classic, travel-size wooden board game brings all the fun to your tailgate.

Katie Kime: Ice Bucket | This hand-illustrated print captures Austin’s charm. Perfect for keeping your drinks cool at tailgates with our 3-quart insulated ice bucket.

Blue Print: Longhorn Napkin Ring | Hook ’em Horns! These napkin rings are a must-have for any true Longhorn fan, perfect for your next home tailgate.

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Cover3 | Offering the perfect family meals for your at-home tailgate, Cover 3 has a wing platter, crispy chicken meal, and more.

Fresa’s Chicken al Carbon | Get it all in one stop! Fresa’s offers everything from a classic taco bar to a build-a-bol bar to all the necessary sides.

P. Terry’s Burger Stand | Though burgers are standard tailgate fare, sometimes it’s best left to the experts. P. Terry’s offers trays of burgers, fries, and shakes via pickup or their catering truck.

Bucket of fried chicken
Pluckers

Hayley Cakes & Cookies | Score big at your next tailgate with mini football cookies from this charming Austin bakery!

Lucy’s Fried Chicken | Fried chicken is hard to turn down for any occasion, and tailgates are no exception. Lucy’s can create a custom menu, including sides, and pies.

Pluckers | Go the classic tailgate route with wings and choice of sauces. Pluckers offers other options like chicken sandwiches or Buffalo bites as well.

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barbecue
cupcakes

Spread & Co. | The perfect addition to any gathering, Spread & Co. offers handcrafted gift boxes and one-of-a-kind charcuterie boards and cheese plates.

Terry Black’s Barbecue | When it comes to catering legendary Texas barbeque, nobody brings it home quite like Terry Black’s Barbeque and their famous 4th-generation pitmasters.

Tiny Pies | Small pies, BIG taste. The best pies are not only made by hand but also handheld. They offer both sweet and savory flavors so order a pie pack and try them all!