DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. – Bethune-Cookman University and DME want to reinforce preexisting tailgate policy for all fans at Daytona Stadium for BCU Homecoming this weekend in Daytona Beach, Florida.
Tailgating for the Maroon and Gold before a football game at Daytona Stadium is part of a rich heritage that makes Wildcats Game Day special. This policy provides guidelines to help ensure a safe, family-friendly game day environment.
PARKING
- All parking lots will open at 8 a.m., on the scheduled game day.
- All parking at Daytona Stadium will require a pre-purchased parking ticket or hangtag; you will be able to buy additional parking at the BCU Box Office, but additional fees may be added.
- Tailgate parking spaces are ALL purchased in advance of game day with an assigned spot designated prior to entry; saving spots will not be allowed.
- Daytona Stadium ticket entrance gates will open two hours prior to kickoff.
- Guests must tailgate in front of or behind their vehicle only.
- Tailgating will be limited to one (1) 8'x16' space for each valid parking hangtag, and must not cross over into the drive lane designated by the white lines down each aisle.
- Oversized vehicles will need to pre-purchase a minimum of two (2) parking spots and need to park in the designated RV areas in each lot.
PARKING LOT POLICIES
- Overnight parking is prohibited in all Lots.
- Parking lots close 90 minutes following the conclusion of the game.
- Parking is first-come, first-served. No saving of parking spaces is permitted.
- In and out privileges are not allowed.
TAILGAITING ACTIVITIES
- Barbecue grills in tow and over two feet in length will not be allowed to enter the gates at any point. Only one (1) grill/fryer per car is allowed.
- Please do not use glass containers. All drinks should be placed in plastic/disposable cups.
- Excessively loud amplified music (such as DJ's or live entertainment) are prohibited. Music with inappropriate language is prohibited in the tailgating areas.
- Liquid charcoal starter or other flammable liquids are strictly prohibited. Charcoal may be started with electrical starters designed for this purpose, or quick-starting charcoal is recommended. Open flames are allowed, but all grills left unattended must be extinguished.
- All cooking equipment shall be situated away from crowds, buildings, vehicles or combustible materials. A minimum clearance distance of five (5) feet is required.
- Portable generators are not to be filled while running, and fuel must be in an Underwriters Laboratory (UL) listed safety can (2-gallon max). Portable generators and fuel must be stored away from cooking appliances.
- Liquid Propane (LP) gas-cooking appliances shall be UL listed and approved for use. LP-gas cylinders shall be secured in an upright position to keep from falling and positioned to prevent impact from vehicle traffic.
- Ash containers, trash containers and port-o-lets are located in each lot.
- It is recommended that hot ashes, cinders, smothering coal, disposable LP-gas cylinders or other hot materials be disposed of in water and a double-packed garage bag.
- Cooking grease must be disposed of in proper containers.
- For safety purposes, all tents, chairs, etc., must be put away prior to entering Daytona Stadium.
- Guests are welcome to continue tailgating up to 90 minutes after the end of the game. However, in some instances, guests may be asked to clear the parking lots before that time.
CONDUCT
Bethune-Cookman University Athletics and Daytona Stadium are committed to serving our fans by providing a safe, comfortable and enjoyable experience for all fans in and around Daytona Stadium on game day. We ask that you as a supporter of BCU Athletics, join us in creating a positive game day experience for all fans by adhering to the following:
- Fans may enjoy the game day experience free from obscene or abusive language, gestures or behavior.
- Bethune-Cookman University and DME do NOT grant the right to display advertising, banners or signs, or distribute promotional items on property. Fans may be asked to remove inappropriate banners or signs.
- Fans maintain that the progress of the event is not disrupted by fans' actions or by unauthorized persons entering the playing field or restricted areas of the stadium.
- Fans respect others by sitting in the seat location as indicated on their ticket.
- Fans will be treated in a consistent, professional and courteous manner by all stadium staff and team personnel.
- Fans not adhering to the Fan Code of Conduct provisions will be subject to ejection without refund, revocation of season tickets and if in violation of city ordinances or other laws, may also be subject to arrest and prosecution. The following activities do not comply with the established Fan Code of Conduct:
- Verbal or physical confrontation, including dangerous, abusive or profane behavior.
- Attempting to enter the field area or other restricted areas of the stadium.
- Smoking. Like all BCU facilities, Daytona Stadium is a no-smoking venue. Smoking is not permitted in any locations within the stadium.
- Improper resale of tickets, such as scalping.
- Interfering with or failure to comply with security procedures, emergency procedures or requests from staff regarding stadium operations. Fans must present their ticket to stadium personnel when requested.
- Intoxicated fans in and around Daytona Stadium will be denied entry or will be subject to arrest or ejection from the stadium.
- If someone is interfering with your enjoyment of the game, please notify stadium ushers or security personnel of the problem immediately.
Please note: Season ticket account holders are responsible for the actions of their guests in possession of the tickets. Persons violating this Fan Code of Conduct may have their ticket privileges revoked, regardless of whether or not the spectators in violation are the season ticket holders of record.
PROHIBITED ITEMS INSIDE DAYTONA STADIUM
- Noisemakers including thunder sticks, musical instruments, whistles, air horns and boom boxes
- Weapons or projectiles
- Alcoholic beverages
- Glass, metal or hard plastic containers of any size
- Frozen beverage bottles
- Hard or soft sided coolers of any size
- Boxes or wrapped packages of any size
- Unsliced fruits or vegetables
- Animals (other than service animals required because of a disability)
- Balls, toys or sports equipment
- Banners, signs or flags
- Helium balloons
- Laser pointers
- Poles or sticks
- Umbrellas
- Unauthorized cameras with lenses longer than 3.5 inches, interchangeable or telephoto lenses, video cameras, monopods or tripods
- Skates, skateboards, scooters or bicycles
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