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One MASSIVE Tailgate, Chicago Style.
Big City Tailgate brings college football to Fulton Market for one massive Saturday filled with big games, Chicago food and drinks, tailgate competition, music and the unmistakable energy of game day in Chicago.
Saturday, October 17th, 11am-10pm
Big City Pickle - Fulton Market: 170 North Green Street
Presented by: Chicago Sport & Social Club
GO BIG ON GAME DAY!
Big City Tailgate is transforming Fulton Market into the city’s ultimate college football playground for one Saturday, bringing together big games, tailgate competition, food, drinks, music and fans from across Chicago.
BIG GAMES.
The day's biggest college football matchups ALL DAY LONG
BIG SCREENS.
No fighting for a view from the back of a crowded bar. Big City Tailgate has THE BIGGEST screens in Chicago!
BIG BITES.
We’re bringing all of your favorite tailgating food to one place
BIG DRINKS.
Beer, cocktails, bloodies, mimosas, espresso martinis flowing all day long
BIG COMPETITION.
Cornhole, football challenges, games, Chicago's Bloody Mary Competition- The Ultimate Bloody Mary Competition
BIG ENERGY.
Music, DJs, school colors, rivalries, thousands of fans
ADD-ON EXPERIENCE
Upgrade your Big City Tailgate ticket to experience Chicago's Bloody Mary Competition.
Chicago bars and restaurants from different neighborhoods are going head-to-head, each bringing their own unique flavor to the table. From signature spices and secret recipes to over-the-top garnishes, every competitor will showcase the taste and personality of their corner of the city.
Want in on the competition? Add Chicago's Bloody Mary Compeition to your Big City Tailgate ticket to taste every entry and cast your vote!
Event Details
Date & Time
Saturday, October 17, 2026
11:00 AM
Event overview: Venue: Big City Pickle - Fulton Market; City: Chicago, IL. When and where: Date: Saturday, October 17, 2026; Start time: 11:00 AM local, CT (Central Time); Address: 170 North Green Street, Chicago, IL, 60607.
Need to Knows for BIG CITY TAILGATE on Saturday, October 17, 2026Need to knows
Event overview
- Venue
- Big City Pickle - Fulton Market
- City
- Chicago, IL
When and where
- Date
- Saturday, October 17, 2026
- Start time
- 11:00 AM local, CT (Central Time)
- Address
- 170 North Green Street, Chicago, IL, 60607
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