AMERICA'S TAILGATE 2026
The Ultimate Army Navy Tailgate Experience

December 12, 2026 | Meadowlands Sports Complex, New Jersery

Celebrating America's 250th Anniversary with America's Tailgate!

Fuel the Mission. Rock the Lot. Honor the Brave.

Get ready for the tailgate of the year! The Mac Parkman Foundation, Warrior Rising, Blue Fusion, Team American Freedom, and Horse Soldier Bourbon are joining forces to bring you America's Tailgate, an unforgettable Army Navy celebration at the Meadowlands Sports Complex, just outside MetLife Stadium!

As our nation celebrates its 250th anniversary, we're honoring the Special Operations community and bringing together service members, veterans, military families, and patriotic supporters from every branch for an incredible day of music, camaraderie, and purpose.

This isn't just another tailgate! It's an all-inclusive VIP experience featuring live rock music, premium food and drinks, exclusive experiences, and the electric atmosphere that makes Army Navy weekend so special.

One Ticket. The Full Experience. One Powerful Mission.

🎸 GET READY TO BE THUNDERSTRUCK! RAZOR'S EDGE LIVE!
We’re turning up the volume with RAZOR'S EDGE, delivering the legendary sound, iconic hits, and electrifying energy of AC/DC!

From Thunderstruck and Back in Black to Highway to Hell, get ready for a high-voltage rock experience that will have the entire lot fired up for Army-Navy!

The music will be loud, the energy will be electric, and the Army-Navy rivalry will be in full force!

⭐ NEW FOR 2026: EVERYONE IS VIP!

ONE TICKET. THE FULL EXPERIENCE. ONE POWERFUL MISSION.

This year, in celebration of our country's 250th birthday celebration, we're taking the tailgate to a whole new level! Every ticket purchased through this site includes access to the VIP hospitality lounge and full tailgate experience as we connect in with partners to form America's Tailgate for the 250th celebration.

Enjoy:

All-Inclusive VIP Hospitality: Heated tent, comfortable seating, televisions, and premium amenities.
Food & Drinks Included: Tailgate favorites, elevated food offerings, premium beverages, and a full open bar for guests 21 and older.
Exclusive Horse Soldier Bourbon Experiences: Special tastings and opportunities to celebrate the legacy behind this veteran-founded brand.
Live Rock Entertainment: Razor's Edge bringing the legendary sound of AC/DC to Army Navy weekend.
Full-Lot Experiences: Tailgate games, interactive activities, sponsor experiences, and plenty of Army Navy spirit as we rock out with partners in a full lot experience at the Meadowlands. One ticket - full access!
Indoor WARMING STATION with bathrooms!
Special Connections: Celebrate alongside members of the Special Operations community, military veterans, and supporters from across the country.

No separate VIP upgrades. No missing out. Just one incredible all-access experience!

250 YEARS OF FREEDOM. A LEGACY OF SERVICE.

As America celebrates its 250th anniversary, we're honoring the generations of men and women who have answered the call to serve.

While the Army Navy SOF Tailgate proudly celebrates our Special Operations community, we welcome military members, veterans, families, and supporters from every branch, in celebration of all who have served.

All Branches. All Generations. One Military Community.

❤️ MORE THAN A TAILGATE. A MISSION THAT MATTERS.

Behind the music, celebration, and camaraderie is a mission that extends far beyond game day.

Proceeds benefit The Mac Parkman Foundation and Team American Freedom, two charitable organizations working to improve the lives of our military and veteran communities.

The Mac Parkman Foundation advances veteran brain health through research-informed education, early recognition, advocacy, and coordinated care, addressing the effects of repetitive blast exposure and head impacts on brain health and well-being.

Team American Freedom helps veterans navigate life beyond military service through reintegration support, mental wellness, and meaningful community connections.

Together, we're working to address the often-overlooked challenges facing our warriors, including:

Repetitive Blast Exposure (RBE) and its potential effects on brain health
Repeated Head Impacts (RHI) and cumulative brain trauma
Veteran mental health challenges and suicide prevention
Access to education, resources, and coordinated care

Your ticket does more than get you into the ultimate Army-Navy tailgate. It helps support those who have served.

JOIN US. MAKE NOISE. MAKE AN IMPACT.

One unforgettable day. One all-access VIP experience. One mission worth supporting.

Reserve your spot. Bring your crew. Raise your glass.

Let's show up for those who never back down!

HOSTED BY:

🔹 Blue Fusion – Founded by retired Special Forces SGM Bruce Parkman, leading the fight in data-driven intel solutions.

🔹 Horse Soldiers Bourbon – Made by heroes and deeply rooted in American history. Inspired by the 9/11 Green Berets, known as the "Horse Soldiers", were deployed to Afghanistan. Their bravery is celebrated through various movies, including "12 Strong".

Together, these organizations are committed to raising awareness and funds for veteran mental health, ensuring that those who have served receive the support they deserve.

By purchasing tickets to the Army-Navy Veterans Tailgate, you (the "Purchaser") hereby agree to and acknowledge the following terms and conditions:

Non-Refundable Tickets: All ticket purchases are final and non-refundable. No exceptions will be made for any reason, including but not limited to changes in personal circumstances or scheduling conflicts.

Rain or Shine Event: The Army-Navy Veterans Tailgate will take place regardless of weather conditions. The event will be held rain or shine. Purchasers are advised to prepare accordingly for any potential weather conditions.
Release Horse Soldier Bourbon, Blue Fusion, The Blue Angels Foundation, and all of the partners, board, officers, employees, agents, licensees, subsidiaries, consultants, independent contractors, and affiliates from any and all liability for property damage, personal injuries, or other claims arising from or in connection with my attendance and participation of the 2026 Army-Navy Veterans Tailgate including claims that are known or unknown, foreseen and unforeseen, future or contingent. I covenant that I will not now, or at any time in the future, directly or indirectly, commence or prosecute any action, suit, or proceeding against Horse Soldier Bourbon, Blue Fusion and any of their partners, board, officers employees, agents, licensees, subsidiaries, consultants, independent contractors, and affiliates, arising out of or relating to the actions, cause of action, claims, and demands hereby waived, released and discharged by me. I acknowledge that I have read and fully understood this disclaimer.

Grant permission to Horse Soldier Bourbon, Blue Fusion, The Blue Angels Foundation, and its partners and sponsors to use any photographs, recordings, and any other record of this event, my likeness, name, and completion time for any purpose related to the tailgate and post-event publicity.

Acceptance of Terms: By completing the purchase of tickets, you confirm that you have read, understood, and agreed to the terms outlined in this waiver. You acknowledge that these terms are binding and that you will not be entitled to any refund or compensation should you be unable to attend the event or should the event proceed under adverse weather conditions. I acknowledge and understand that this agreement will be binding on me, my spouse, my children, my legal representatives, and my heirs, successors, and assigns.

TRANSPORTATION: Uber/Lyft

Drop off right at the location – Meadowlands Arena at the Meadowlands Sports Complex outside MetLife Stadium, East Rutherford, NJ

PARKING:

There is no onsite parking for this event so if you are not taking an Uber/Lyft or public transportation, please be advised that you will need to pay to park in a local lot. There is parking all around the Meadowlands Arena.

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No Cancellations. This event will go on regardless of weather. Dress appropriately. If you are going to the game, please be aware of bag restrictions and other security information. You can find full information on the stadium and their policies here at their Know Before You Go page: Bag Policy | MetLife Stadium

2026 Army Navy SOF Tailgate | America's Tailgate

250 Years of Freedom. A Legacy of Service. One Military Community.