Join the ultimate Notre Dame vs. Purdue game day tour with gourmet food, open bars, and nonstop fun from Chicago to South Bend. Discover why the Irish Express Platinum is the best way to enjoy college football this season!
Join the ultimate Notre Dame vs. Purdue game day tour with gourmet food, open bars, and nonstop fun from Chicago to South Bend. Discover why the Irish Express Platinum is the best way to enjoy college football this season!
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Get ready for an unforgettable game day experience with the Irish Express Platinum tour, featuring the iconic Notre Dame vs. Purdue matchup in South Bend, Indiana. Your day starts with a delicious breakfast and a pint at the Guinness Open Gate Brewery in Chicago, setting the tone for a fantastic outing. From there, hop on a comfortable coach with an open bar as you make your way to the excitement of Notre Dame’s stadium. Once you arrive, enjoy an all-inclusive tailgate party with tasty BBQ, lawn games, and live music, creating an energetic atmosphere where fans come together to celebrate. The journey back is just as enjoyable with snacks and drinks provided, ensuring the fun continues all day long. Whether you’re a die-hard college football fan or just looking for an action-packed day with great food, drinks, and company, the Irish Express Platinum offers a seamless, all-in-one package that makes game day effortless and memorable. This experience highlights everything fans love — camaraderie, local flavors, and exhilarating college football action in a vibrant atmosphere.
easy.
8–10 hours.
Suitable for all fitness levels as the day mainly involves socializing and walking short distances.
Yes, the coach ride from Chicago to Notre Dame and back is included with an open bar on board.
Yes, an all-inclusive tailgate with BBQ and snacks during the ride back are part of the package.
This experience is designed for adults 21 and over due to the included open bar.
Please check Gameday’s official website for their most current cancellation and refund policy.
Parking is available near the Guinness Open Gate Brewery; early arrival is recommended.
Current health guidelines may vary; please refer to Gameday’s latest updates before your trip.
Notre Dame’s football tradition dates back over a century, making it one of the most celebrated college programs in the U.S.
Efforts are in place to reduce waste during game days with recycling programs and green tailgating initiatives.
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.
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