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Badger Football: BADGER HUDDLE®: Pohle Blast

Before Wisconsin’s battle to reclaim Paul Bunyan’s Axe, attend one of the largest UW tailgates held outside of Madison. A Twin Cities tradition since 1971, the BADGER HUDDLE: Pohle Blast is your chance to tailgate the Wisconsin way in the heart of Gopher country.

Highlights

  • Wisconsin-style menu, beer and soft drinks offered, and cash bar available
  • Special entertainment featuring the UW Spirit Squad and an appearance by Bucky Badger
  • Fun for all ages

Day-of-Game Packages

Add to the excitement by getting a Day-of-Game Package that includes:

  • BADGER HUDDLE: Pohle Blast tailgate ticket
  • Game ticket in the Wisconsin-designated area of the visitor section (corner/end zone)

Cost

  • Tailgate only:
    • $60/adult
    • $30/child aged 3–12
  • Day-of-Game Package:
    • $150/adult (upper level)
    • $195/adult (lower level)
    • $120/child aged 3–12 (upper level)
    • $165/child aged 3–12 (lower level)

Stadium Policies

To allow for a safe and speedy entrance into Huntington Bank Stadium, please review the stadium’s Gameday Information Guide. Also, please note that the stadium’s child ticket policy states that children two years of age or under do not need a ticket.

Parking

Day-of-game parking is available on-site for a fee. Please see The Depot’s website for more information. In addition, you may locate parking on city streets surrounding The Depot and in ramps across the street from the event on Washington Avenue.

IMPORTANT: Transportation to Huntington Bank Stadium following the tailgate is on your own. (The Depot is approximately 2.8 miles from the stadium and a 12-minute car ride.) View map for details.

If you need to cancel your tailgate or Day-of-Game Package purchase, please review the Wisconsin Foundation and Alumni Association’s cancellation policy.

The Wisconsin Foundation and Alumni Association will hold this event in accordance with all local public health guidance. Mask usage is welcome but not required. Participants who are sick are asked to stay home to help keep our Badger community safe and healthy. If conditions require a change to this event, you will be notified via email or phone call.

November 25, 2023
WHEN
November 25, 2023
WHERE
The Depot
225 Third Avenue S.
Minneapolis, MN
View Map and Venue Details
COST
Starting at $60/adult tailgate only$150/adult Day-of-Game
The Depot
225 Third Avenue S.
Minneapolis, MN
November 25, 2023
WHEN
November 25, 2023
WHERE
The Depot
225 Third Avenue S.
Minneapolis, MN
View Map and Venue Details
COST
Starting at $60/adult tailgate only$150/adult Day-of-Game

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