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I’d argue you haven’t really gone to an NFL game unless you’ve spent a few hours pregaming the event at a tailgate, and the Raiders are upping the ante on that front this season with a luxury option that comes with a very hefty price tag.
It’s certainly possible to roll up to a football game shortly before kickoff and head straight into the stadium, but if you decide to go that route, you’re missing out on the true gameday experience that’s defined by what goes down in the parking lot before the contest gets underway.
One of the best parts of going to an NFL game is getting to soak in the electric atmosphere you’re treated to while tailgating, a storied pastime that comes in many shapes and forms.
Some people are perfectly content with a tiny grill and a cooler full of beer, but there are also plenty of tailgating diehards who pride themselves on erecting borderline villages featuring massive spreads of food, a full bar, and plenty of entertainment options.
Tailgating is typically a do-it-yourself affair, but the Las Vegas Raiders are offering fans with deep pockets a new option that’s pretty hard to beat if you can afford it.
On Thursday, the Raiders gave the world its first look at the two-story “party shacks” that will be available to rent in Lot B of Allegiant Stadium this year, which The Las Vegas Review-Journal says are equipped with air conditioning, a 55-inch 4K television, and an open-air rooftop deck.
The Raiders are offering premium air-conditioned tailgate spaces at Allegiant Stadium this season, starting at just $20,000 each. https://t.co/Yo2WU2IbMH pic.twitter.com/KbXCntE9Ub
— Las Vegas Locally 🌴 (@LasVegasLocally) June 20, 2024
The party shacks can accommodate up to 20 people who can also take advantage of the all-inclusive food and drink package that’s included in a rental that will set you back a grand total of $20,000.
It’s definitely steep, but I can certainly see the appeal.