Vanderbilt vs. Georgia: Commodore Tailgate

The Vanderbilt Alumni Association and the National Commodore Club invite you to join us in Athens, GA, to cheer on the Dores vs. the Georgia Bulldogs! Kick off the festivities with the Commodore Happy Hour in Atlanta, GA on Oct. 2, then get ready to show your Commodore spirit at the official Commodore Tailgate on game day. Connect with fellow alumni, parents, families, and fans as we come together to cheer on our Commodores in true BLACK and GOLD style!

Friday, Oct. 2
Commodore Happy Hour: 5:30–7:30 p.m. ET

Yard House
825 Battery Ave SE #320 | Atlanta, GA 30339

Early Bird Registration Cost: $30 for all attendees 6+ available through Aug. 31
Free for those 5 and under

The Commodore Happy Hour includes two drink tickets and heavy hors d'oeuvres. Paid parking lots are available around the venue. Rideshare is encouraged.

Saturday, Oct. 3
Commodore Tailgate: 8:30–11:30 a.m. ET

DW Brooks Mall
In front of Miller Plant Sciences Building at University of Georgia 
120 Carlton St | Athens, GA 30602

Early Bird Registration Cost: $75 for adults 21+ available through Aug. 31
$35 for those ages 6-20
Free for those 5 and under

The Commodore Tailgate includes a buffet meal, alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, giveaways and entertainment. More information regarding paid parking around Sanford Stadium can be found here. Rideshare is encourage.

Kickoff: Noon ET
Sanford Stadium 
100 Sanford Dr | Athens, GA 30602

Guests are responsible for purchasing their own game tickets and transportation.

Additional Information

For all ticketing inquiries, please contact the Vanderbilt Ticket Office at ticket.office@vanderbilt.edu or visit them online at 2026 Ticketing Information to learn more.

If you need to cancel your registration, a refund may be requested up to five business days prior to the event for a full refund.

Questions? Contact Vanderbilt Alumni Association.