PISCATAWAY, N.J. (September 5, 2012) - Rutgers Athletics will debut its brand new pregame football festival, the Block R Party presented by Miller Lite, on Saturday, Sept. 8. Located in Athlete’s Glen, steps from Scarlet Walk outside High Point Solutions Stadium, the Block R Party will feature food, beverage, live entertainment, fan contests, boardwalk games and appearances by special guests.
Admission is FREE and all are welcome! The Block R Party opens three hours prior to kickoff each home game (12:30 p.m. on Saturday) and closes prior to kickoff.
Week One Itinerary
- Live entertainment featuring:
The host of the Block R Party, comedian Ben Hague
Season-long DJ – DJDemand
This week’s band – F.L.O.W.
Special appearance by Television News Anchor Juliet Huddy
Rutgers Cheer and Dance teams
Rutgers Marching Band
- Fan contests including:
Miller Lite Tailgater of the Game Contest
RU Hungry Contest
RU Inked Contest
RU Spelling Bee
Do You Know the Lyrics Contest
Blindfolded Artists
Touchdown Celebration Dance Competition
Rutgers Trivia
Block R Party Private Tents are also available for corporate functions or larger groups. Situated on Sutphen Road, the privatetents will occupy the most prime real estate on Busch Campus.
Private Tent packages include:
- Accommodates 20-200 guests
- Fully customizable food & beverage options
- Comfortable lounge seating
- Options for heating and lighting
- Prime location - Athlete’s Glen across from North Gate of High Point Solutions Stadium
- In addition to the privacy of your own tent, your party will enjoy all of the Block R Party festivities
- Pricing is variable, depending on tent choice, F&B package and game ticket needs
For more information on the Block R Party, or to reserve a Private Tent, please contact Dante Carnevale at 848-932-1971 or dante.carnevale@rutgers.edu.