The American tailgate: Why strangers recreate their living rooms in a parking lot

There's nothing quite like a tailgate, where fans serve food to strangers who share the same passion. We went to a Philadelphia Eagles tailgate to learn what drives this uniquely American tradition.

Feb 8, 2025 - 20:17
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The American tailgate: Why strangers recreate their living rooms in a parking lot
Susan Klabunde (center) dons an eagle costume at a tailgate before the NFC championship game at Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia.

There's nothing quite like a tailgate, where fans serve food to strangers who share the same passion. We went to a Philadelphia Eagles tailgate to learn what drives this uniquely American tradition.

(Image credit: Rachel Wisniewski)