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Great American Tailgate

32 Teams. 32 Dishes.
1 LEGENDARY Event

Pro Football Hall of FameCanton, OHAugust 5–9, 2026
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About the Event

The USA TODAY Great American Tailgate is a one-of-a-kind fan experience that brings together football, food, and tradition during a celebrated week of professional football’s highest honors. This multi-day celebration invites fans to gather on a historic campus and enjoy iconic tailgate-inspired dishes representing teams from across the country, immersive entertainment, and a festival atmosphere that captures the spirit of America’s favorite sport.

Presented in partnership with Pro Football Hall of Fame and Sugardale Fan Fest — designed to create unforgettable memories where legendary moments, bold flavors, and shared fandom come together in the heat of football history!

Baltimore Crab DipNew England Boston Baked Beans with Candied BaconCleveland Hot dogs with CLE stadium mustardIndianapolis Korean BBQ dogsPittsburgh Sausage & peppersDetroit Coney dogsChicago DogBuffalo Chicken Dip with Pita ChipsNashville hot chicken slidersTampa Bay Mojo chicken nachosLos Angeles Chicken QuesadillaJacksonville White Chicken ChiliHouston Smoked brisket nachosMinnesota Juicy LucyPhiladelphia Philly cheesesteakWashington Smash BurgerCarolina pulled pork BBQMiami Cuban sandwichLos Angeles Street cornDenver Pretzels with green chili quesoGreen Bay Cheese curdsNew York Breakfast bagelSan Francisco Cold noodlesKansas City BBQ mac & cheeseBaltimore Crab DipNew England Boston Baked Beans with Candied BaconCleveland Hot dogs with CLE stadium mustardIndianapolis Korean BBQ dogsPittsburgh Sausage & peppersDetroit Coney dogsChicago DogBuffalo Chicken Dip with Pita ChipsNashville hot chicken slidersTampa Bay Mojo chicken nachosLos Angeles Chicken QuesadillaJacksonville White Chicken ChiliHouston Smoked brisket nachosMinnesota Juicy LucyPhiladelphia Philly cheesesteakWashington Smash BurgerCarolina pulled pork BBQMiami Cuban sandwichLos Angeles Street cornDenver Pretzels with green chili quesoGreen Bay Cheese curdsNew York Breakfast bagelSan Francisco Cold noodlesKansas City BBQ mac & cheese
The Menu

Taste the Nation

Thirty-two signature dishes across four tailgate categories, from smoky, slow-cooked favorites to bold, flavor-packed bites. Savor your way through a nationwide tailgate experience you won’t forget.

Baltimore Crab Dip
AFC

Baltimore Crab Dip

Ravens / Baltimore, MD
New England Boston Baked Beans with Candied Bacon
AFC

New England Boston Baked Beans with Candied Bacon

Patriots / Boston, MA
Cleveland Hot dogs with CLE stadium mustard
AFC

Cleveland Hot dogs with CLE stadium mustard

Browns / Cleveland, OH
Indianapolis Korean BBQ dogs
AFC

Indianapolis Korean BBQ dogs

Colts / Indianapolis, IN
Pittsburgh Sausage & peppers
AFC

Pittsburgh Sausage & peppers

Steelers / Pittsburgh, PA
Detroit Coney dogs
NFC

Detroit Coney dogs

Lions / Detroit, MI
Chicago Dog
NFC

Chicago Dog

Bears / Chicago, IL
Buffalo Chicken Dip with Pita Chips
AFC

Buffalo Chicken Dip with Pita Chips

Bills / Buffalo, NY
Nashville hot chicken sliders
AFC

Nashville hot chicken sliders

Titans / Nashville, TN
Tampa Bay Mojo chicken nachos
NFC

Tampa Bay Mojo chicken nachos

Buccaneers / Tampa, FL
Los Angeles Chicken Quesadilla
NFC

Los Angeles Chicken Quesadilla

Rams / Los Angeles, CA
Jacksonville White Chicken Chili
AFC

Jacksonville White Chicken Chili

Jaguars / Jacksonville, FL
Houston Smoked brisket nachos
AFC

Houston Smoked brisket nachos

Texans / Houston, TX
Minnesota Juicy Lucy
NFC

Minnesota Juicy Lucy

Vikings / Minneapolis, MN
Philadelphia Philly cheesesteak
NFC

Philadelphia Philly cheesesteak

Eagles / Philadelphia, PA
Washington Smash Burger
NFC

Washington Smash Burger

Commanders / Washington, DC
Carolina pulled pork BBQ
NFC

Carolina pulled pork BBQ

Panthers / Charlotte, NC
Miami Cuban sandwich
AFC

Miami Cuban sandwich

Dolphins / Miami, FL
Los Angeles Street corn
AFC

Los Angeles Street corn

Chargers / Los Angeles, CA
Denver Pretzels with green chili queso
AFC

Denver Pretzels with green chili queso

Broncos / Denver, CO
Green Bay Cheese curds
NFC

Green Bay Cheese curds

Packers / Green Bay, WI
New York Breakfast bagel
NFC

New York Breakfast bagel

Giants / New York, NY
San Francisco Cold noodles
NFC

San Francisco Cold noodles

49ers / San Francisco, CA
Kansas City BBQ mac & cheese
AFC

Kansas City BBQ mac & cheese

Chiefs / Kansas City, MO
Las Vegas Street Tacos
AFC

Las Vegas Street Tacos

Raiders / Las Vegas, NV
New Orleans Jambalaya
NFC

New Orleans Jambalaya

Saints / New Orleans, LA
Cincinnati Buckeyes
AFC

Cincinnati Buckeyes

Bengals / Cincinnati, OH
Atlanta Peach cobbler
NFC

Atlanta Peach cobbler

Falcons / Atlanta, GA
New York cheesecake
AFC

New York cheesecake

Jets / New York, NY
Dallas Texas Sheet Cake
NFC

Dallas Texas Sheet Cake

Cowboys / Dallas, TX
Seattle Beignets w/Coffee infused chocolate sauce
NFC

Seattle Beignets w/Coffee infused chocolate sauce

Seahawks / Seattle, WA
Arizona Churros
NFC

Arizona Churros

Cardinals / Glendale, AZ

Food images are for illustrative purposes only. Actual dishes and presentation may vary. Menu subject to change without notice.

USA TODAY

Great American Tailgate

Guests can choose from three passport tiers featuring 6, 16 (AFC or NFC), or 32 signature tastings, or elevate their visit with an exclusive VIP experience for even more unforgettable moments.

Tailgate Schedule*:

Wednesday, August 5: 5:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. EST

Thursday, August 6: 12:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. EST

Friday, August 7 – Saturday, August 8: 12:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. EST

Sunday, August 9: 12:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. EST

Tailgate times and Fan Fest hours may vary. Check the official Fan Fest website for the latest updates.

Location:

2121 George Halas Dr NW, Canton, OH 44708

Tier 1 – Passport
$40.00
6 Tasting Samples

Enjoy SIX signature tasting samples inspired by America’s favorite tailgate traditions.

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Tier 2 – Passport
$70.00
16 Tasting Samples

Enjoy SIXTEEN signature tasting samples inspired by America’s favorite tailgate traditions. Choose 16 samples from either the AFC or NFC conference lineup.

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Tier 3 – Passport
$110.00
32 Tasting Samples

Enjoy THIRTY-TWO signature tasting samples inspired by America’s favorite tailgate traditions.

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VIP EXPERIENCE
$149.00
VIP Tent Access

VIP Box: Enjoy exclusive access to the VIP tent with dedicated seating. Your VIP experience includes the Tier 1 Passport with 6 tasting samples, a swag bag, commemorative gifts, plus an opportunity to meet a Hall of Famer (see the Hall of Famer schedule for appearance times) and more. VIP Passports are valid for one person only and cannot be shared, and existing food-sample tickets cannot be upgraded on-site. This VIP Passport is valid for individual days (choose your day), with a limited number available.

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Note: Tasting portions are sample-sized and may vary. Full-portion sizes are available. Service animals are permitted, and the event is rain or shine.

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