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Alumni Registration for Our Beat Army Alumni Tailgate

It is the best time of the year! Sign up to cheer on Navy before kickoff with the U.S. Naval Academy Alumni Association & Foundation (USNA AA&F). Registration for our tailgate and bus transportation is now open!

Beat Army USNA Alumni Tailgate Hosted by:


11 a.m. to 2 p.m. ET, 13 December 2025

Join us for the most-anticipated tailgate of the season. Open bar, hot food and great fun await you at Checkerspot Brewing Company located at 1421 Ridgely Street, Baltimore, MD, 21230, with easy walking access to M&T Bank Stadium.

USNA AA&F Bus Trip
Departs at 9:30 a.m. ET from Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium, 13 December 2025.
Skip the hassle and let us do the driving for you. Our bus trip leaves from NMCMS in Annapolis and brings you to the Checkerspot Brewery Co. and back again postgame. Ride in style on comfortable buses while enjoying Navy trivia, prizes and a busload of Navy Spirit. (One-way discounted bus tickets are not available.). If you would like to purchase a ticket for your midshipman returning from the game, please remember to save them a seat on the ride to the stadium.

Registration:
• Tailgate ONLY
• Bus Transportation ONLY (SOLD OUT)
• Tailgate and Bus Transportation

Registration for the tailgate closes on 30 November 2025 at noon ET. Refunds will not be issued after this time. Registration may close sooner if the tailgate sells out. Bus registration will close when we reach capacity.

BEAT ARMY TAILGATE MENU - MENU SUBJECT TO CHANGE.

Pit Sandwich Buffet
Stack up your pit turkey and pit beef just the way you like it—add coleslaw, potato salad, rolls, BBQ sauce, tiger sauce (horseradish mayo), prepared horseradish, and raw onions.

Slider Bar
Fuel up with turkey and cheese (cold), shrimp salad, and veggie sliders—all with your favorite condiments.

Charcuterie Station
A winning combo of three cheeses and two sliced meats.

Veggie Table
Fresh-cut veggies with dips—perfect for game-day grazing.

Beverages
All-you-can-drink beer, hard seltzer, wine, Coke, Diet Coke, Sprite, and a self-serve non-alcoholic beverage station.

For more information, please email events@usna.com.
Thanks to our generous sponsors for their support of the USNA AA&F’s Beat Army Alumni Tailgate.


GO NAVY - BEAT ARMY!

Beat army fAC WAtch Party

As we gear up for the Army-Navy Game, we’re thrilled to announce that the Fluegel Alumni Center (FAC) will be hosting our third annual exclusive Beat Army Watch Party on 13 December starting at 1 p.m. ET—and you and your family are invited to join the fun!

Whether you didn’t snag tickets this year or just want to enjoy the game in a warm, comfortable setting surrounded by fellow Navy fans, we’re here for you. Our doors open one hour before kickoff, and we’ll have plenty of space, delicious food, drinks, and entertainment to make this a game day you won’t forget!

Pricing Information:

  • Free: Children 6 and under
  • $45: Children ages 6–12
  • $65: Adults (Food only)
  • $90: Adults (Food plus beer, wine, and a signature drink)
  • Add $12: Oyster Bar (available for all ticket types)
What to Expect:

  • Local Alumni Connection: We’re partnering with the Annapolis Chapter to ensure all of our local alumni have the perfect spot to cheer on our team!
  • Friendly Competition: Army fans will be in the mix too—a few West Point grads will be joining us to root for the Mules. Let’s show them our Navy spirit!
  • Game Day Fun: Enjoy door prizes, a football pool, swag, photo op, and plenty of spirited camaraderie—all included with your ticket.

Party Rooms:

  • Reinemund Conference Room: Perfect viewing setup with ample seating for everyone. Tables can be reserved for groups of 10; all other seating is first-come, first-served.
  • Blue and Gold Bar & ADM Natter Conference Room: Looking for a more private experience? Enjoy a private viewing area available for an additional fee.
For group reservations or pricing details, contact Bridgette.Lundfelt@usna.com
.

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

Question: Where does the bus drop off?
Answer: The bus will park and drop everyone off on Alluvian Street, which is right next to Checkerspot (where the tailgate is).

Question: Is there transportation from the tailgate to the stadium?
Answer: No, there is not. It is a 6-minute walk from the tailgate to the stadium.

Question: Where does the bus pick up?
Answer: The bus will pick up on Alluvian Street where they park and drop off.

Question: How far away is the tailgate from the stadium?
Answer: It is a 6-minute walk from the tailgate to the stadium.

Question: When do the busses leave after the game?
Answer: The buses leave 45 minutes after the end of the game.