Back to school means time to tailgate. ââ?¬Å?As the college football season starts, what better way to spend an autumn afternoon?ââ?¬Â author Dave Hollingsworth asks. Here, he shares with USA TODAY’s Shawn Sell tailgate spots for pre- and postgame festivities.
University of Wisconsin
Madison
ââ?¬Å?Beer and brats are Wisconsin staples, and brats soaked in beer are preferred,ââ?¬Â Hollingsworth advises. ââ?¬Å?Arrive early for breakfast at Mickie’s Dairy Bar, a block or so from Camp Randall Stadium, then stay after the game for the 5th Quarter, the legendary irreverent postgame party with students, fans, football players and the Wisconsin band.ââ?¬Â Top 2005 tailgate game: Wisconsin vs. Michigan, Sept. 24. 608-263-2400; wisc.edu.
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