Tailgating

Thank you to our Pioneer community for joining us on campus for Fall 2023 tailgating activities, and for supporting our WP Football Team. 


Saturday, September 30

Pre-Game Tailgate: 10:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. | Lot 2

Football Game vs. Kean University: 1:00 p.m. | Wightman Stadium 

Tailgate Theme:

WP Communiversity Day

WP Student Worker Appreciation Day

Check out photos from Tailgating/Communiversity Day 2023!


Saturday, October 21

Homecoming and Family Day

Pre-Game Tailgate: 9:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. | Lot 2 

Football Game vs. Montclair State University: 1:00 p.m. | Wightman Stadium - Admission to the game is free for all on Homecoming Day!

Pre-game tailgate, carnival, the football game and more!

Alumni and friends are welcome to bring food, drinks and grills for a traditional tailgate experience. Proper ID is required. View the campus map

Stay tuned and view the Homecoming and Family Day website for updates and more information. For questions, contact the Office of Alumni Relations at alumni@wpunj.edu or 973.720.2175.

Despite the rainy weather, Homecoming 2023 was a huge success! Check out the photos here!


Saturday, October 28

Pre-Game Tailgate: 10:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. | Lot 2

Football Game vs. Christopher Newport: 1:00 p.m. | Wightman Stadium 

Tailgate Theme:

Hallowheels Car Show

Check out the photos from Hallowheels!


View the Tailgating Guidelines