Experience hassle-free game day travel aboard the Irish Express bus, departing from Chicago to Notre Dame’s showdown against Syracuse. Enjoy comfort, convenience, and lively tailgating vibes all day long!
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
8–10 hours
Fitness Level
Minimal fitness required; mostly seated travel with short walks at tailgate and stadium.
Wildlife
History
Notre Dame Stadium has been the home of Fighting Irish football since 1930, steeped in rich college sports tradition.
Conservation
Efforts around South Bend focus on preserving green spaces and promoting sustainable tailgating practices to reduce waste.
Gameday
Experience hassle-free game day travel aboard the Irish Express bus, departing from Chicago to Notre Dame’s showdown against Syracuse. Enjoy comfort, convenience, and lively tailgating vibes all day long!
Gameday is a Madison, Wisconsin company that organizes game day and tailgate experiences for college and professional football events. It offers curated packages for Regent Street tailgates in Madison and tented tailgate lots at Soldier Field in Chicago, plus transportation options such as the Irish Express coach trips to Notre Dame.
Gameday's packages range from compact setups to full-service tailgate spaces with seating, tables, coolers, and entertainment items. Packages include the Custom, Varsity, MVP, Hall of Fame, All-Star, Playoff, Kickoff, Championship, and specific Irish Express options, covering both Regent Street and Soldier Field offerings. Each package lists core amenities—tented spaces sized between 10’x10’ and 20’x20’, folding chairs, six-foot tables with linens, coolers, and optional cornhole sets—providing clear, practical offerings for groups of varying sizes.
Gameday coordinates logistics such as reserved tented space, seating counts, and transport departures from locations like Guinness Open Gate Brewery for bus trips. The company focuses on delivering stress-free game day experiences by handling setup details and group transport so attendees can focus on the event. Gameday works with established venues in Madison and Chicago and publishes specific package contents to set expectations. Prospective customers can evaluate options by comparing package sizes and included amenities. Detailed package summaries and clear amenity lists allow groups to select appropriate options for budgets, group sizes, and travel preferences with confidence, including year-round event coordination.
Location
Madison, WI
Home base for Regent Street tailgates
Trips Offered
11 Packages
Regent Street, Soldier Field, Irish Express
Included Amenities
Tents, chairs, tables, coolers
Itemized contents listed per package
Transport Options
Coach & Tailgate
Irish Express coach and bus-only option
Compare packages, confirm amenities, and reserve tented space or Irish Express transportation before high-demand football weekends.
Arrive Early for Tailgating
Give yourself plenty of time to enjoy the festive tailgate atmosphere before the game starts.
Bring Weather-Appropriate Layers
South Bend weather can change rapidly; pack layers to stay comfortable throughout the day.
Stay Hydrated
Carry a refillable water bottle, especially if consuming alcohol during tailgating.
Keep Your Ticket Handy
Have your game and bus tickets accessible to streamline boarding and entry.
Comfortable Walking Shoes
Ideal for walking around tailgates and stadium entrances.
Weather-Appropriate Layered Clothing
Adjust layers to stay comfortable in variable spring weather.
spring
Portable Phone Charger
Ensures your devices stay powered for photos and communication.
Refillable Water Bottle
Stay hydrated during warm game-day activities.
summer