USA TODAY's Great American Tailgate is set for August, get tickets now

• USA TODAY will host the first 'Great American Tailgate' during the Pro Football Hall of Fame week in Canton, Ohio.
• The five-day event will feature iconic foods inspired by all 32 professional football teams.

Get ready for five days of football-inspired foods this August! USA TODAY is preparing to host the inaugural 'Great American Tailgate' inside the Sugardale Fan Fest during the Pro Football Hall of Fame week in Canton, Ohio.

From Maryland crab cakes and New York bagels to Philadelphia cheesesteaks and New Orleans jambalaya, this tailgate will give fans a one-of-a-kind opportunity to enjoy iconic foods inspired by all 32 Pro Football teams.

“We’re incredibly excited to launch the inaugural USA TODAY Great American Tailgate and bring fans together to enjoy everything that makes football culture so special,” said Jason Taylor, USA TODAY Co. Chief Revenue Officer. “Partnering with the Pro Football Hall of Fame sets a powerful standard for an experience that promises to celebrate the game, the community fanbase, and the history that connects generations of fans.”

Here's how you can register for tickets to USA TODAY's Great American Tailgate:

USA TODAY to host 'Great American Tailgate' during Pro Football Hall of Fame week

The event will take place from Wednesday, August 5 through Sunday, August 9 within the Sugardale Fan Fest in Canton, Ohio. See below for the full schedule.

Great American Tailgate schedule

• Wednesday, August 5: 5:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. ET - Get tickets
• Thursday, August 6: 12:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. ET - Get tickets
• Friday, August 7: 12:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. ET - Get tickets
• Saturday, August 8: 12:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. ET - Get tickets
• Sunday, August 9: 12:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. ET - Get tickets

USA TODAY Great American Tailgate tickets

A limited number of VIP add-on tickets are available, featuring commemorative gifts, access to a VIP tent with dedicated seating, and two full-size food selections. See all available tickets and VIP packages. Get USA TODAY Great American Tailgate tickets

Who is in the 2026 Pro Football Hall of Fame class?

The Pro Football Hall of Fame class for 2026 includes first-year eligible stars: Drew Brees and Larry Fitzgerald, along with Luke Kuechly, Adam Vinatieri and Roger Craig. The class will be formally enshrined on Saturday, August 8, in Canton, Ohio.

When is the 2026 NFL Hall of Fame Game?

The NFL Preseason will kick off, as always, with the 2026 Hall of Fame Game in Canton, Ohio. This year, the Carolina Panthers will face the Arizona Cardinals on Thursday, August 6.

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