Army-Navy Tailgate

December 12, 2026 10:00 am | Redd's, 317 Washington Ave, Carlstadt, NJ

Our tailgate is one of Army-Navy Weekend’s premier traditions, bringing together more than 2,500 supporters for a day of camaraderie, exceptional hospitality, and the greatest rivalry in college football. This year, we’re bringing the traditional Johnny Mac tailgate experience to Redd’s, with expansive outdoor space, familiar faces and favorite tailgate traditions, and easy access to MetLife Stadium.

Every ticket purchased, philanthropic gift, and corporate sponsorship helps us work toward our goal of raising $1.1 million during Army-Navy Weekend to help military children and families pursue higher education.

Support the mission. Be part of the tradition. 

 

Timeline

Friday, December 11 | 7:00PM – 10:00PM

  • Friday Night Formation
    • Halifax at W Hoboken (225 River St, Hoboken, NJ 07030)
    • Individual tickets: $50 per participant. Drinks & light bites included.
      • Purchase your ticket HERE

Saturday, December 12 | 10:00AM – 2:00PM

  • Tailgate
    • Redd’s (317 Washington Ave, Carlstadt, NJ 07072)
      • Easy access to MetLife Stadium with the option to walk or take continuous shuttle service
    • Minimum donation: $125 per participant (children included)

Hotel Accommodations

  • W Hoboken
    • 225 River St, Hoboken, NJ
  • Room rate $365/night (does not include additional taxes and fees)
  • Please visit our online reservation link to make a reservation
    • Room block dates: December 11-13, 2026
    • Last day to book: November 13, 2026 or until rooms sell out
PURCHASE TAILGATE TICKETS

DONOR & SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

For more information on donor and sponsorship opportunities, please contact jhyman@johnnymac.org

PHILANTHROPIC DONOR OPPORTUNITIES

Make a charitable gift in support of the Johnny Mac Soldiers Fund mission. Each giving level includes tailgate tickets and donor recognition commensurate with your support. 

 

LEADERSHIP DONOR – $100,000

  • 100 tailgate tickets
  • Premier donor recognition
  • Helps provide educational scholarships for multiple Johnny Mac Scholars  

TOUCHDOWN DONOR – $50,000

  • 50 tailgate tickets  
  • Prominent donor recognition  
  • Helps provide educational scholarships for multiple Johnny Mac Scholars  

BLACKHAWK DONOR – $25,000

  • 25 tailgate tickets 
  • Donor recognition
  • Helps provide approximately five annual scholarships

FIELD GOAL DONOR – $10,000

  • 15 tailgate tickets 
  • Donor recognition
  • Helps provide approximately two annual scholarships

SERVICE DONOR – $5,000

  • 10 tailgate tickets 
  • Donor recognition
  • Helps provide approximately one annual scholarship

CORPORATE SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

Showcase your company while supporting the Johnny Mac Soldiers Fund mission. Sponsorships provide meaningful brand visibility during one of Army-Navy Weekend’s premier events, along with tailgate tickets and exclusive recognition. 

 

PRESENTING SPONSOR – $100,000

Be the MVP of the Tailgate

  • Exclusive Presenting Sponsor recognition  
  • Premier logo placement across event signage, website, and promotional materials
  • Verbal recognition during the event
  • 100 tailgate tickets
  • Helps provide educational scholarships for multiple Johnny Mac Scholars

STAGE SPONSOR – $50,000

Own the Heartbeat of the Tailgate

  • Exclusive stage branding
  • Recognition on event signage and website
  • Verbal recognition during the event
  • 50 tailgate tickets
  • Helps provide educational scholarships for multiple Johnny Mac Scholars

BADGE SPONSOR – $25,000

Your Brand Displayed on Every Attendee

  • Logo featured on all attendee credentials
  • Recognition on event signage and website
  • 25 tailgate tickets
  • Helps provide approximately five annual scholarships

OFFICIAL KOOZIE SPONSOR – $15,000

Your Brand in Every Hand

  • Logo featured on all commemorative koozies
  • Recognition on event signage and website
  • 15 tailgate tickets
  • Helps provide approximately three annual scholarships

TAILGATE EXPERIENCE SPONSOR – $10,000

Create One of the Day’s Signature Experiences

Sponsor one featured tailgate activation, such as a specialty food or beverage station, interactive attraction, mobile cigar lounge, axe throwing, games, or another premium experience. 

  • Exclusive branding at one featured activation
  • Opportunity for signage and promotional materials
  • Recognition on event signage and website
  • 15 tailgate tickets
  • Helps provide approximately two annual scholarships
PURCHASE TAILGATE TICKETS

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