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The Game Room Game Day Tailgate is a premium indoor tailgate held inside the Reitz Union Game Room, available before or throughout Florida Gator home football games. Located just steps from Ben Hill Griffin Stadium, this private event space offers air-conditioned comfort, modern amenities, and a wide range of activities.
REITZ UNION GAME ROOM INFO
Game Offerings:
- 14 Bowling Lanes
- 9 Billiards Tables
- 1 Snooker Table
- Esports Gaming Stations
- Retro Arcade Machines
- Air Hockey Table
- Ping Pong Tables
- Foosball Tables
- Board Games
Facility Features:
- LED Video Wall
- Live TV
- 11 HD TVs
- Live TV
- Kosmic Party Lights
- Modern Bowling
- Modern Esports Gaming
- Modern Billiards Area
- New Updates
- Furniture
- Bowling Pinsetters
- Light Fixtures
- Flooring
Game Day Perks:
- Zero Set-Up / Tear-Down
- Catered Food & Beverage Options
- 0.2 Miles to Ben Hill Griffin Stadium (3-min walk)
- Live Sports and College Game Day TV
- Premium Tailgate Games
- Air-Conditioned
- Family Friendly
- Access to Clean Restrooms
- Private Central Location
- Free Wi-Fi
Newly Renovated
Newly renovated in 2025–2026, this state-of-the-art space features a massive seamless LED video wall spanning the entire 14-lane length, offering live game-day streaming, real-time bowling feedback, and custom graphics. The renovation also includes all new modern furnishings, a new console gaming space, a new bowling pinsetting system, and upgraded lighting and flooring.
STRESS FREE SET UP & Walk to the swamp
You’ll be in the heart of the action, just a short 0.2 mile or 3-minute walk to Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. No setup. No cleanup.
Game Day for All Ages
Our family‑friendly gaming hub lets parents, kids, and friends share the warmth, the cheers, and the unmistakable Gator pride that fuels all Gator football Saturdays.
Rain‑Free. Air‑Cooled. Game‑Ready.
Private, air‑cooled and packed with live game coverage, food, beverages, unparalleled games and everything else you need for the perfect tailgate.
Tailgate Reservation Options
1. Pre-Game Tailgate
3 Hours Prior to Kickoff
- For those looking to tailgate prior to kick-off, taking place during the four hours leading up to game time (Example: a 3:30pm game will provide a 11:30-3:30pm reservation)
2. All-Day Tailgate
2 Hours Prior to kickoff
+ entire length of game
- This rental type is meant for those wanting a full game day experience, taking place two hours prior to game time and throughout the length of the game. (Example: a 3:30pm game will provide a 1:30pm through roughly 7pm reservation).
- Catering: All catering orders must be placed separately through Palm & Pine Catering's website. For available options, please contact Palm & Pine Catering. Please review the Palm & Pine Catering Policies & Procedures for details on catering, including timing, billing, and other important information. No outside food or drink permitted.
GAME DAY TAILGATE schedule
- Sept 5 vs Florida Atlantic
- Sept 12 vs Campbell
- Sept 12 vs Ole Miss (Already Reserved)
- Oct 10 vs South Carolina
- Nov 7 vs Oklahoma (Already Reserved)
- Nov 21 vs Vanderbilt
- For the latest updates on times for Gator home games, please visit: FloridaGators.com
Questions?
For questions and additional information about the space, please email us at gameroom@ufsa.ufl.edu.