Dallas Tailgate Party: Food, Drinks, Games & Sports Stars

CultureMap's Tailgate Party

• 🏈 The CultureMap Tailgate is an annual party dedicated to celebrating the game day spirit.
• 🗓️ This year's event is scheduled for Sunday, October 5th, from 12 PM to 4 PM at The Empire Room in the Design District.

Culinary Delights and Drinks

• 🍽️ Nearly 20 Dallas restaurants and chefs will offer tailgate-inspired dishes, including football-shaped tostadas, fried chicken sandwiches, and pork belly burnt ends.
• 🍻 Attendees can enjoy complimentary cocktails and beer from sponsors like Patron and Still Austin Whiskey.
• 🏆 A highlight is the competition where guests vote for their favorite dish, with the winning restaurant taking home a trophy.

Top Taco Tournament

• 🌮 The event features a Top Taco Tournament to crown Dallas's best taco, with the winner revealed at the party.
• 🗳️ Readers are currently voting online for their favorites, with the final four being Urban Taco, Taco Eino, Taco oo, and Takaria Ventana.

Sports Celebrity Appearances

• ⚾ Former Rangers star pitcher Derek Holland will be present for the first hour, offering autographs and photos.
• ⚽ Representatives from Frisco RoughRiders and FC Dallas will also be in attendance.
• 🖼️ An auction of sports memorabilia will be held, adding to the game day atmosphere.

Tickets and Discounts

• 🎟️ Tickets are available for $50 and can be purchased through tailgate.culturemap.com.
• 🎉 A special discount code WFAA offers $15 off, making tickets $35 for WFAA viewers.