Going to a Louisiana Tailgate? Don't Make These Mistakes

Louisiana [KNGT-FM] - Football season in Louisiana is more than a sport; it’s a way of life. When game day arrives, fans across the Bayou State break out their team colors, fire up the grill, and prepare for a full day of food, friends, and football.

Whether you're heading to a stadium tailgate, a friend's backyard, or a watch party, there are some unwritten rules every guest should know. In Louisiana, showing up empty-handed is one thing, but bringing the wrong thing, or doing something that ruins the party, can quickly earn you a one-way ticket off the guest list.

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Louisiana tailgates are built around hospitality, good Louisiana food, and plenty of team spirit. That means guests are expected to contribute, respect the host, and understand that game day comes with traditions that should not be messed with.

The Biggest No-Nos at a Louisiana Football Tailgate

Showing up empty-handed and trying to drink someone else's alcohol or beer
Showing up uninvited
Bringing a plus one without letting the host know
Not bringing food to add to the party
Bringing someone who was purposely not invited to the party
Taking over the host's radio and trying to DJ
Getting so drunk that you ruin the party
Being the person that talks through the entire game
DON'T wear the opposing team's colors or logos

Chances are that if you are going to a Louisiana football party, you will be watching the Saints or LSU, so dress appropriately.

From questionable food choices to forgetting the essentials, some tailgate mistakes are practically unforgivable. And if you commit any of the above ultimate game-day offenses, don't be surprised if you never receive another invitation.

Before you grab your cooler and head out for the next Louisiana football gathering, brush up on your tailgate etiquette. Knowing what not to do or bring could be the difference between being welcomed back next weekend and being permanently benched.