Tailgate Party Kicks Off Excitement For Alabama Football Fans

Nothing beats the first home game of the year!

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FOOTBALL IS BACK, BABY!

Yeah, we stunk up the joint on the first weekend in Tide uniforms, but that was just an aberration (SEE 1975 SEASON)

ULM comes to Tuscaloosa for the first game on Saban Field @ Bryant-Denny Stadium on Saturday evening.

The weather should be incredible at game time.

The first big party is going down on Friday from 11 am until 1 pm, and it is being thrown by the Chamber of Commerce of West Alabama.

This tailgate is all about shining a spotlight on their members and showing their appreciation.

Townsquare Media of Tuscaloosa will be broadcasting live during the tailgate at the West Alabama Workforce and Development Center located at 2222 9th St. in Tuscaloosa.

There will be plenty of surprises, food, vendors, prizes, music, and footballs for the first 50 people who come by the Townsquare Media tent on Friday.

If you've been feeling down due to the performance of the Crimson Tide in week one, this is guaranteed to get you ready for the weekend.

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