TTAA Austin Chapter Tailgate 2023

The Red Raiders are coming to town. Time to tailgate!

It's that time again! Join us for a sea of Red Raider fans in our Final Texas Tech Alumni Association Austin Chapter Tailgate! With the Longhorns off to the SEC in 2024 there’s no telling when (or even if) we’ll get to tailgate here in Austin so we’re going out with a bang!

The Austin Chapter has hosted our Tailgate each time the Red Raiders play in Austin (every other year) since at least 1995! Be a part of history and join us for the Final Tailgate as the Longhorns disappear into the sunset (AKA the SEC).

The Texas Tech Alumni Association exists to connect, inspire, and love our Red Raider Family and We embody the Red Raider SPIRITScholarship - Pride - Inclusivity - Respect - Integrity - Tradition.

The tailgate has always been one of our largest fundraisers and all proceeds go towards the Austin Chapter, including providing scholarships to local students to attend Texas Tech. We awarded five scholarships in the 2023 school year. With this Final Tailgate we’re hoping to make it the biggest and best yet!

Our Red Raider football team will be coming to Austin to take on the Texas Longhorns on Friday, November 24th, with a 6:30 pm kickoff. Join us before the game starting at 11 am for food, beer, Red Raider spirit, and tailgating! We'll be at our new location at the corner of 18th and Brazos, walking distance to the UT stadium. Look for the Red and Black! Don't have a ticket to the game? Stay and watch the game with us on big screen TVs.

Hungry? Get some grub from Raider Rojos to help support their scholarship program.

We will be offering beer, water, and mixed drinks. All proceeds go to raise money for scholarships for Central Texas students attending Tech. We will be able to take credit cards but cash is always appreciated. You are welcome to bring your own food, drinks, and chairs. Raider Rojos will be onsite as well selling food plates for their scholarship program.

Coming in from out of town? Reach out to us at ttaa.austin@gmail.com to see about purchasing a spot on the lot for your RV.

We are a non profit organization and all proceeds go towards scholarships for local students to attend Texas Tech so any and all donations are appreciated. Interested in being a sponsor or volunteering? Reach out at ttaa.austin@gmail.com for sponsorship levels and additional details.


This year we are offering sponsorship packages for the Final Tailgate for personal and business opportunities. Download our Sponsorship Package for details and/or reach out at ttaa.austin@gmail.com.

Sponsorship Opportunities

We appreciate your support and look forward to seeing Red Raiders from around the world at this historical event. Please reach out to ttaa.austin@gmail.com with any questions and to join us as a sponsor. We also have a few smaller donation opportunities; feel free to reach out for details. Get your Guns Up and Wreck ‘Em Tech!


Centennial “Strive for Honor” Title Sponsor (Exclusive) $2000

  • 2 parking spots on the tailgate lot - can be used for a vehicle or a tent setup
  • Recognition on our chapter website tailgate page (name, logo, sponsorship level)
  • Recognition on the National Association’s event page (name, sponsorship level)
  • Recognition on the rotating sponsor’s TV (name, logo, sponsorship level) until Tech game starts
  • Recognition on TTAA Austin Chapter social media platforms
  • 8 Dinner plates from Raiders Rojos
  • 8 Sponsor SWAG bags including Final Tailgate Tshirts
  • Announcer Mention Throughout Event
  • TTAA Central/South Texas Area Events emails containing link to the National Association’s event page with your sponsorship information from National sent every two weeks to 13,528 subscribers
  • 1 email to the entire TTAA database containing a link to the National Association’s event page
  • We can hang banner(s) provided by you
  • Matador Sponsors $1000

  • 1 parking spot on the tailgate lot - can be used for a vehicle or a tent setup
  • Recognition on our chapter website tailgate page (name, logo, sponsorship level)
  • Recognition on the National Association’s event page (name, sponsorship level)
  • Recognition on the rotating sponsor’s TV (name, logo, sponsorship level) until Tech game starts
  • Recognition on TTAA Austin Chapter social media platforms
  • 4 Dinner plates from Raiders Rojos
  • 4 Sponsor SWAG bags including Final Tailgate Tshirts
  • Announcer Mention Throughout Event
  • TTAA Central/South Texas Area Events emails containing link to the National Association’s event page with your sponsorship information from National sent every two weeks to 13,528 subscribers
  • 1 email to the entire TTAA database containing a link to the National Association’s event page
  • Red Raider Sponsors $500

  • Recognition on our chapter website tailgate page (name, logo, sponsorship level)
  • Recognition on the National Association’s event page (name, sponsorship level)
  • Recognition on the rotating sponsor’s TV (name, logo, sponsorship level) until Tech game starts
  • Recognition on TTAA Austin Chapter social media platforms
  • 2 Dinner plates from Raiders Rojos
  • 2 Sponsor SWAG bags including Final Tailgate Tshirts
  • Announcer Mention Throughout Event
  • TTAA Central/South Texas Area Events emails containing link to the National Association’s event page with your sponsorship information from National sent every two weeks to 13,528 subscribers
  • 1 email to the entire TTAA database containing a link to the National Association’s event page

  • Still have questions?
    Check out our Frequently Asked Questions:



    Do I need a ticket to attend the tailgate?
    No, the tailgate is free and open to the public including families and children of all ages.

    What time is the tailgate?
    Tailgate will begin at 11am and we will stay open as long as there is beer and through the game itself. If we still have beer after the game we may stick around but no promises!

    Where is the tailgate?
    We will be in the parking lot at 18th and Brazos. Look for all the Red and Black.

    Will you have beer at the tailgate?
    Yes, we will be offering beer and mixed drinks. You must be 21 or older and present a valid ID to receive alcohol of any kind.

    Will there be food at the tailgate?
    Yes, the Raider Rojos will be selling plates of food to benefit their scholarship program as well.

    Can I bring my own food and beer to the tailgate?
    Yes you can certainly bring your own drinks and food.

    Can I park my vehicle at the tailgate?
    Due to the size of the parking lot we have a limited number of parking spots for sale near the tailgate for a $150 donation. To reserve a spot please contact ttaa.austin@gmail.com. Please note that a parking spot is not reserved unless you receive a confirmation from a member of the Austin Chapter. These spots are within several blocks of the tailgate.

    Can I bring a pop up tent to the tailgate for shade?
    Due to the size of the parking lot we ask that you not bring large pop up tents. You may bring chairs if you like.

    I don't have a ticket to the game. Can I watch the game at the tailgate?
    Yes, we will have TVs and sound on for the game.

    I want to park an RV overnight. How much is it and how do I do that?
    You can rent RV parking spots for Thursday and Friday night. Prices depend on RV size starting at $300. To rent a spot please contact ttaa.austin@gmail.com. Please note that an RV spot is not reserved unless you receive a confirmation from a member of the Austin Chapter.