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Join the Irish Express Plus for an exclusive Notre Dame vs Boise State game day adventure. Enjoy breakfast, open bars, and premium coach rides in South Bend’s energetic football scene.
Join the Irish Express Plus for an exclusive Notre Dame vs Boise State game day adventure. Enjoy breakfast, open bars, and premium coach rides in South Bend’s energetic football scene.
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Get ready for an unforgettable game day with the Irish Express Plus experience, hosted by Gameday in South Bend, Indiana. This private outdoor adventure begins bright and early at the Guinness Open Gate Brewery, where you'll enjoy a hearty breakfast paired with a signature pint to fuel your excitement. From there, hop aboard a lively coach with an open bar as you head to historic Notre Dame Stadium to witness an electrifying college football matchup between Notre Dame and Boise State. The atmosphere around the stadium is electric, with passionate fans and vibrant traditions that make the day extra special. After the game concludes, kick back on the return trip with delicious snacks and drinks to reflect on the day’s highlights and victories. This seamless blend of great food, drinks, sport, and community spirit makes the Irish Express Plus a premium way to enjoy game day, perfect for fans looking to elevate their event experience with hassle-free transportation and exclusive access to the best pre- and post-game festivities. Whether you're a die-hard college football fan or looking for a fun and social outing, this experience delivers excitement and comfort in equal measure.
easy.
6–8 hours.
Suitable for most fitness levels as the activity mainly involves sitting during transport and walking short distances at the stadium.
Yes, the package includes comfortable coach transportation with an open bar from the brewery to Notre Dame and back.
A hearty breakfast, snacks, and drinks including an open bar on the coach rides are part of the experience.
No outside food or beverage is allowed during the coach rides, but you can enjoy personal items inside the stadium following venue rules.
We recommend dressing in layers with comfortable shoes and bringing weather-appropriate outerwear.
Game tickets are not included and should be purchased separately to ensure entry.
The experience is 21+ due to alcohol service, so it’s best suited for adults and older fans.
Notre Dame Stadium has hosted college football since 1930 and is a cherished landmark in American sports culture.
Local efforts focus on preserving the St. Joseph River ecosystem and promoting sustainable tourism around the campus area.
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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