Detailed New York Giants and New York Jets Tailgate Guide

Where are the Tailgate Lots at MetLife Stadium?

Nearly everywhere! Tailgating is encouraged and allowed at almost all MetLife Stadium parking lots. The “platinum” spaces closest to the field are for premium seat licensees only. The remaining “gold” spaces are for both general and premium parking.

You can easily see on the map below which are gold and platinum. Tailgating’s allowed in all lots, except those couple colored red on the map. Keep in mind it’s important to get parking permits ahead of time. We’ll show you how below.

MetLife Stadium Parking Map for Giants and Jets

How To Get a MetLife Stadium Parking Pass

Buying a Jets parking pass or a Giants parking pass when buying tickets on TickPick is easy. All you have to do is add in a parking permit to your ticket purchase. Click the orange button below the seating map to see parking pass options. But keep in mind we also sell off-site parking. You can also get parking on the MetLife Stadium official website.

MetLife Stadium Tailgating Rules

It’s important to follow stadium tailgating rules so you won’t get kicked out and lose tailgating privileges. Below is a condensed list taken from the official MetLife Stadium website where you can find more detailed tailgating rules.

Jets and Giants Tailgating Rules at MetLife Stadium

• Consume alcohol responsibly
• Tailgating is permitted in all MetLife Sports Complex parking lots
• Grills and other heating devices are not allowed in the parking decks
• Unauthorized commercial tailgating and marketing activities are strictly prohibited
• ONE CAR = ONE SPACE
• Tailgating should be limited to the lined parking space and the area directly behind or in front of each vehicle
• Blocking drive lanes is prohibited
• Tents or canopies exceeding an 8’ x 8’ footprint and vehicles measuring more than 18’ in length and/or 8’ in width are not permitted to park in a lined parking space
• Saving parking spaces is not permitted
• Drive aisles and fire lanes need to be kept clear at all times for free access of emergency vehicles
• Grills are permitted for tailgating enjoyment
• No disposal of hot coals in open parking spaces, under vehicles, or next to parked vehicles
• Open fires are not permitted
• Deep fryers or any oil-based cooking or frying is prohibited

Official Jets and Giants Tailgate Party

For those riding the train or those not interested in lugging tailgate gear around, MetLife Stadium always hosts official tailgate parties. You can enjoy lots of food, games, entertainment, and activities for all ages in the plaza areas. For New York Giants and New York Jets games, the Bud Light Beer Garden is open in Lot F. 

Unofficial Giants and Jets Tailgating

If you’re looking to tailgate more relaxed or outside of the stadium, there are lots of Giants and Jets tailgate options.

New York Jets Bars

Some popular sports bars in the stadium area to watch a Jets game are  The New Park Tavern, Blarney Station, The Rock, Knockout Sports Bar N’ Grill, and Mickey’s. Some other Jets bars in New York City are  Rocky McBride’s in Queens, Fulton Hall in Brooklyn, and Dive Bar, Blondie’s Sports, Printers Alley, or Mustang Harry’s in Manhattan.

New York Giants Bars

Some favorite New York Giants bars in the city are Mustang Harry’s Fine Food & Spirits, Taproom No. 307, The Gin Mill, Mercury Bar, Bronx Alehouse, Studio Square NYC, and The East End Bar & Grill.

Make sure you do your research before heading to a sports bar on game day in the area. You want to make sure your team is welcome!

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