Dallas Cowboys fans and NFL enthusiasts alike enjoy the tradition of tailgating before games; it’s one of the highlights of attending a game.
Who doesn’t enjoy beer, food, games, and football? The simple answer is “No one.” These are integral parts of the NFL experience.
The cost of hosting a tailgate has increased, making it difficult for most fans to afford tickets without a second job. All jokes aside, what would it cost to tailgate an NFL game?
Cost of Tailgating at a Dallas Cowboys Game
The Dallas Cowboys rank third for the most expensive tailgating experience. This tailgate cost includes parking, which, on average, is $88.00 at or near the stadium.
Cowboys fans who want to tailgate during NFL games may feel pressured to park in official parking lots, where the cost can be as high, adding to the overall expense of game day.
However, some Reddit users suggest that there are more affordable parking options in non-official lots near the stadium.
Reddit to the rescue to save a few extra bucks on your game day experience.
Tailgating at AT&T Stadium can cost an average of $242.15, not including game tickets.
To delve deeper into the cost breakdown for Cowboys fans, let’s examine the national averages for total cost, grocery expenses, and parking fees.
Total Cost Average
The national average cost for tailgating at NFL games is $205.17, which doesn’t seem too bad.
The downside is if you are a fan of the San Francisco 49ers, Los Angeles Rams, Chargers, or the Dallas Cowboys.
The downside is that the Dallas Cowboys are $18.02 above the average, while the bright side is that the 49ers are sitting at $42.48 above and the LA teams are at $25.63 above the average.
So, the Cowboys are not at the top of the list for overpaying for something for a first.
Grocery Cost Average
Great food and drinks are essential to hosting a successful tailgate. Without them, you’re just standing in a parking lot!
The table below displays the local costs of ingredients for cheeseburgers, hot dogs, Italian subs, chicken wings, pretzels, chips, and dips to satisfy a hungry group of party-goers. It also includes the price of a 16-pack of beers, sodas, and water for drinks.
On average, it costs $147.79 to feed four football fans across 30 cities.
At a Dallas Cowboys tailgate, the host covers a total of $154.14, which is $4.30 higher than the average.
The cost of groceries for a Dallas Cowboys tailgate is tied for sixth on the list with the Houston Texans, showing that everything really is bigger in Texas, including grocery expenses.
Cost of Parking Average
If you enjoy tailgating in the state of Texas, be prepared to pay for parking.
At AT&T Stadium, expect to pay an average of $88.00, which is $53.38 above the national average.
Be happy you’re not a fan of a California team. Where you would pay well over $100 for parking.
Dallas Cowboys Fans
Dallas Cowboys fans don’t have it as bad as some NFL stadiums. As fans, you get to enjoy “America’s Team” while being with family and friends.
Not much can be better than this on a game-day afternoon.
Tailgating at a Dallas Cowboys game can be a pricey endeavor. However, as stated above, the experience for family and friends can usually outweigh the cost.
If you’re fortunate, you might get invited to join someone else’s tailgate, which is the ultimate way to tailgate, not just in Texas, but in any city with an NFL team.
If you are hosting a tailgate, make sure everyone contributes. This is the only way to reduce the overall cost.
Fans are preparing for an expensive tailgating season, but as a Cowboys fan, half the fun of game day is in the parking lot.
Get there early, enjoy yourself, and remember you are a valued part of the greatest franchise in the world.
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