San Francisco tailgate saves the day

In an attempt to do a San Francisco Giants game on a smaller budget, give the tailgate experience a try.

Step One: Save up for parking. It costs $35.
Step Two: Decide what you want to take for your tailgate.
Step Three: Upon your arrival, try to park in Lot D.
Step Four: Have a fantastic time!



We saved up for our parking and set aside some money for our tailgate picnic. We opted to skip grilling out in the parking lot this time and instead packed in salami, fresh sourdough bread, grapes, and string cheese. We also brought along bottled water. We enjoyed sitting and doing our tailgate thing, then packed a few items into a backpack to take into the stadium.

During the game, we enjoyed our own peanuts, finished our string cheese, and stuck with our water to drink. The only in-park expense was CD's must-have cotton candy, which he had saved for himself.














Despite the disappointing 11-0 loss to the Cincinnati Reds, we had a blast! We will try other versions of tailgating in the future and recommend everyone try it! Whether the Giants win or lose, you can win just by going and allowing yourself to have a great time! A perk of AT&T Park is that you can take in your own food. Drinks are slightly restricted as far as what they allow into the park, but we tend to stick with water anyway. They do not allow you to bring in alcohol and you are supposed to stick with things in sealed, clear bottles. Still, the ability to take your own food means you can picnic in the park! Some nearby fans brought a variety of fresh fruit that they shared throughout the game.

Another "W" for AT&T Park!