"Globally known as the absolute best tailgate south of the north pole."
Tailgate Today
"I've been to the top of the Atlas Mountains, navigated the misty jungles of Kilimanjaro, and met Madonna. I can tell you one thing, none of that tops attending The Gate."
Author Unknown
"If The Gate were a fighter, I would have no shot."
Chuck Norris
2024 Standings
Kentucky Wildcats 1-1
The Gate 2-0
Welcome to The Gate
Discovered by the Germans in 1904, they named it The Gate, which of course in German means 'land of mysteries'.
Our Tailgate Traditions
Whether you are competing in cornhole stadium or "sampling" some of the rarest concoctions from the mountains, you will love The Gate. Don't forget the crazy sexy dance party that tends to happen strangely toward the end of each Gate.
Celebrities Love The Gate
Kiss wants to rock and roll every day at The Gate
The Gate taught John Wall how to dance
Will Levis first tried mayo at The Gate
Tito Santana claims attending The Gate was better than performing at Wrestlemania
When Texas A&M tried to hire Coach Stoops away, the dealbreaker was The Gate would not go with him
Avery Williamson dubs The Gate as the sole reason for the losing streaks ending vs Florida and Tennessee, and he also enjoys The Gate's sausage balls
Whether you have recently graced The Gate's Recruiting Board or you are a good ole Founder, The Gate is thankful you are here. This goes without saying, but, We're Kind of a Big Deal.
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