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NORMAN, Okla. – The University of Oklahoma is building on the success of last season's North Oval tailgating experience by introducing a new turnkey tailgating option at Boyd Lawn this fall while keeping the North Oval free and open for public tailgating.
The North Oval will once again serve as the centerpiece of OU gameday, remaining free for all fans on a first-come, first-served basis. Fans are encouraged to continue bringing their own tents, chairs and tailgating equipment to one of the most iconic gathering places on campus.
New this season, fans looking for a hassle-free experience can reserve professionally managed turnkey tailgating packages at nearby Boyd Lawn, located at the corner of Boyd St. and Asp Ave. in front of the Jones Family Welcome Center and Carpenter Hall, through REVELXP, the exclusive reserved tailgate provider for the University of Oklahoma. The premium experience offers fully furnished tailgating setups, allowing groups to simply arrive and enjoy gameday without the work of setup or teardown. They handle the logistics — tent setup, breakdown, and optional food and beverage add-ons — so guests can enjoy the Sooner pregame experience without the hassle.
"The response to opening the North Oval for public tailgating last season exceeded our expectations," said University of Oklahoma President Joseph Harroz Jr. "Sooner Nation embraced the opportunity to gather on one of the most iconic places on campus, creating an incredible gameday atmosphere. As we continue to enhance the fan experience, we're excited to add a new turnkey tailgating option at Boyd Lawn while preserving the North Oval as a free tradition that every fan can enjoy."
The North Oval will once again feature a variety of gameday attractions throughout the season, including:
Boomer Bash, OU's official alumni tailgate, will also return to the North Oval, further reinforcing the area as the heart of the University's pregame festivities.
Fans interested in learning more about free tailgating or reserving a turnkey tailgating package at Boyd Lawn can find additional information at SoonerGameday.com.
About the University of Oklahoma
Founded in 1890, the University of Oklahoma is a public research university located in Norman, Oklahoma. As the state’s flagship university, OU serves the educational, cultural, economic and healthcare needs of the state, region and nation. For more information about the university, visit www.ou.edu.
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