Must-Have Game Day Essentials for College Football Season
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There’s nothing like the energy of college football season—the tailgates, the traditions, and the roar of the crowd on game day. But to make the most of it, you’ll want to come prepared with all the right essentials. 😆 From must-haves for the tailgate to beauty products that keep you looking fresh, and even those “beyond the basics” items you might not think of but will be glad you packed—we’ve got you covered. We made a Fan Girl approved list with all of our favorite, must-have items for every sports fan, ensuring you’re ready for action. Our list has got something to make sure college football game day is just about enjoying the game, stress-free! ✨ Consider this your ultimate checklist for game day success.
College Football Game Day Essentials:
Tailgate Musts:
No college football game is complete without a great tailgate. Whether you’re grilling with friends, playing games in the parking lot, or just soaking in the pre-game energy, the right essentials can make or break your setup. From food and drinks to fun and comfort, here’s everything you’ll want to have on hand before kickoff:
Blankets: Don't let cool temperatures stop you from tailgating on college game day! When fall rolls around having a cozy blanket or two are a must-have at your tailgate. Stay warm and get hyped for the game all the same!
Speaker: A great tailgate isn't great without music. No need to spend a ton of money on a great speaker either, portable speakers may be small but are mighty and will ensure your tailgate remains lively.
Cooler: This one is a little obvious but just as a reminder.. a nice cooler can set your game day tailgate apart!
Insulated Koozies: While traditional koozies are great, but you can take things to the next level with an insulated koozie. Your game day drinks will remain cold and crisp and last all throughout the tailgate!
Games: Keep with game day spirits up by bringing a couple games to your tailgate! Corn hole, ladder toss, or playing cards all add a little extra fun and excitement to college game day.
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Blanket → The Paper Store
Speaker → JBL
Cooler → Yeti
Insulated Koozie → Brumate
Corn Hole → Lowes
A Clear Stadium Bag
A clear stadium bag is an absolute essential on college football game days. The majority of college football stadiums require a clear bags that do not not exceed 12″ x 12″ x 6″.
While a clear bag might not match your game day outfit as much as you'd like, it does ensure you can bring along all of your other game day essentials. Clear purses are easy to find and come in whatever shape you prefer, from crossbody to shoulder bags. Plus, it means a quick transition through security into the stadium, getting you to game day fun faster!
A clear bag means you can bring all of your obvious necessities like your wallet and keys while leaving extra room for other necessities like your lip combo, sunglasses or playing cards!
Game Day Glam
Just because it’s game day doesn’t mean you have to leave the glam at home. With so many travel-size essentials that fit perfectly in a clear purse, you can stay fresh, polished, and camera-ready from tailgate to final whistle. Here are a few game day essentials to get you started:
Hand Sanitizer: Enjoy the game by staying germ-free. Pack a pocket sized hand sanitizer in your stadium bag for quick cleaning in between seats and concessions.
Hair Needs: Whether it's a scrunchie to keep your hair off your face, a headband to manage flyaways, or extra hair ties for unexpected breaks, these small essentials packed in your stadium bag are perfect for quick touch-ups or if the weather gets windy or humid!
Claw clip
Hair ties
Scrunchie
Headband
Mini dry shampoo
Beat the Heat: For hot game days spent under the sun, stay fresh and protected, no matter how intense the game— or the heat gets!
- Travel Sunscreen Stick/Mist
- Travel Deodorant
Cosmetics: Stay fresh and photo-ready throughout the game! Don’t leave behind your go-to beauty essentials for a long game day! With mini's, there's room in you stadium bag to keep all of your must-haves on hand and by your side.
- Chapstick / Lip gloss
- Lip Liner
- Mini concealer with brush
- Travel perfume
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- Hand Sanitizer → Touchland
- Claw Clip → Kitsch
- Sunglasses → H&M
- Travel Perfume → Rare Beauty
- Sunscreen → Sun Bum
- Lip Tint → Rhode
- Lip Liner → Charlotte Tilbury
- Concealer → Charlotte Tilbury
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Beyond the Basics
Sometimes it’s the little things you don’t think about that make the biggest difference on game day. These unexpected essentials can save the day and keep the game day energy going long after kickoff:
First-Aid Needs: Prep for any and all game day situations and keep little essentials in your stadium bag, just in case!
Tide pen
Band-aids
Hand Warmers: Warm weather game days won't last forever! When the fall comes around having a few packs of hand warmers with you will be a life saver and let you to stay at the game through all 4 quarters.
Playing Cards: Perfect for the pregame! Pass the time with friends, keep the energy high, and set the tone for a fun day. A quick card game can bring some extra excitement to game day the experience and fit easily into a stadium bag.
Hydration Drink Mix: College games day excitement can last all day... and night. To help you get through all of your game day, having a hydration drink mix comes in handy. You can thank us the day after the game :)
Portable Charger: A game day lifesaver! Whether you’re taking photos, checking updates, or using your phone for directions, having a portable charger with you on game day will keep you connected and ready for any and everything!
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College football game days are all about creating memories, whether you’re cheering from the stands or hanging out at the tailgate. With the right game day essentials—big and small—you’ll be ready for anything the day throws your way. From glam-on-the-go to those unexpected lifesavers, a little preparation goes a long way in making sure the only thing you have to worry about is cheering your team to victory.
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