Tailgate Beach Club FAQ
Planning your poolside game day at Tailgate Beach Club? Here are the most common questions guests ask before arriving, including what you can bring, entry rules, tickets, VIP reservations, food and drinks, parking, and venue policies.
Guest FAQ
Quick Answers For Guests
Updated October 3, 2026.
Outside food, outside drinks, snacks, and candy are not permitted inside Tailgate Beach Club. Guests may bring an empty refillable water bottle and fill it at the complimentary water station inside the venue.
- Age: Tailgate Beach Club is a 21+ venue. A valid government-issued photo ID is required for entry.
- Location: Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino, 3950 S Las Vegas Blvd, Las Vegas, NV 89119, near Allegiant Stadium.
- Food and drinks: Food, cocktails, beer, wine, bottle service, and non-alcoholic drinks are available for purchase inside.
- Security: All guests pass through a security checkpoint before entering. Prohibited items must be discarded or returned before entry.
Entry Policies
Can we bring in outside food, drinks, or candy?
No. Outside food, outside drinks, snacks, and candy are not permitted inside Tailgate Beach Club.
Tailgate Beach Club is a 21+ club venue at Mandalay Bay and operates under Nevada Gaming Commission and Nevada Gaming Control Board Regulation 5, along with approved venue policies. These rules require strict control of items brought into the venue.
You may bring an empty refillable water bottle and fill it at the complimentary water station inside. Tailgate Beach Club also offers food and drinks for purchase from the venue menu.
Can I bring a water bottle?
Yes. Guests may bring an empty refillable water bottle. Filled water bottles, outside beverages, outside liquids, and outside alcohol are not allowed through security.
Can I bring candy, gum, snacks, or protein bars?
No. Candy, snacks, gum, protein bars, and other outside food items are not permitted. Please finish or discard these items before reaching the security checkpoint.
Will security hold prohibited items for me?
No. Security cannot hold outside food, drinks, candy, or other prohibited items. Guests should leave those items at home, in a hotel room, or in a vehicle before arriving.
What items are prohibited?
Prohibited items include outside food, outside beverages, candy, illegal substances, weapons, and any item security determines could affect guest safety or venue operations. All bags and personal items are subject to inspection.
What is the bag policy at Tailgate Beach Club?
Beach totes are allowed, and all bags and personal items are subject to inspection at the security checkpoint. Outside food, outside drinks and filled water bottles are not allowed, and security cannot hold prohibited items, so leave them at home, in your hotel room or in your car. An empty refillable water bottle is fine.
Can I bring sunscreen, sunglasses, hats, or swim essentials?
Yes. Guests may bring typical pool essentials such as sunscreen, sunglasses, hats, swimwear, waterproof phone cases, and beach totes. Security screening still applies to all items.
Are towels and lockers available?
Yes. Towels and lockers are both available at Tailgate Beach Club.
Are the pools heated?
Yes. All five pools at Tailgate Beach Club are heated, so the water stays comfortable when the weather cools, through football season and beyond.
Is re-entry allowed at Tailgate Beach Club?
No. Re-entry is not permitted at Tailgate Beach Club.
Age And ID
Is Tailgate Beach Club 21+?
Yes. Tailgate Beach Club is a 21-and-over venue. Every guest must show a valid, government-issued photo ID to enter.
What kind of ID do I need?
Please bring a valid government-issued photo ID, such as a driver's license, state ID, passport, or military ID. Photos, screenshots, expired IDs, and temporary documents may not be accepted.
Tickets And Reservations
How much does it cost to go to Tailgate Beach Club?
General admission is free with an RSVP. On Saturday and Sunday game days, the Field Pass is $75 per person, per session, plus tax and gratuity, and includes a reserved lounge chair, all-you-can-drink draft beer, well vodka and well tequila, plus two food items from the football menu. On weekdays, lounge chairs are $25 for a single and $50 for a double. Daybeds, cabanas, bungalows and VIP tables with bottle service carry a food-and-beverage minimum that varies by date and event. All guests must be 21+. See full pricing and book on the booking page.
Is there an all-you-can-drink package?
Yes, on Saturday and Sunday football game days only. The $75 Field Pass (per person, per session, plus tax and gratuity) includes a reserved lounge chair, all-you-can-drink draft beer, well vodka and well tequila, plus two food items from the football menu. Sessions run from doors to 1 PM or from 1 PM to close. There is no drink package on weekdays. 21+, please drink responsibly.
Do I need a ticket to enter Tailgate Beach Club?
No. General admission is always free and walk-ins are welcome, so there is no cover and no ticket required. You can also RSVP free on the booking page. Reserving a table, lounge chair, cabana, or bungalow in advance is the best way to plan your visit, and high-demand game days, holiday weekends, and major Las Vegas event weekends can reach capacity early.
Can I buy tickets or reserve VIP seating when I arrive?
Same-day admission and VIP reservations may be available if the venue is not sold out. High-demand game days, holiday weekends, and major Las Vegas event weekends can reach capacity early.
What VIP options are available?
Tailgate Beach Club has lounge chairs, daybeds, 22 cabanas, 2 bungalows, and VIP tables with bottle service. Daybeds, cabanas, bungalows and VIP tables with bottle service book online and carry a food-and-beverage minimum that varies by date and event.
What's included in a cabana at Tailgate Beach Club?
Every cabana comes with a dedicated server, a private TV, a PS5 so your group can play video games, and a full-size beer pong table, and seats you in the shade with a direct view of the LED wall. Cabanas start at a $500 food-and-beverage minimum on football days, first come, first served, and minimums vary by date. Bungalows add more space and a larger group capacity, and they come with a PS5 too.
Can I host a group event or private event?
Yes. Tailgate Beach Club can host birthdays, bachelor and bachelorette parties, corporate outings, alumni groups, sports fan groups, and private events. Groups of 25 or more can send an inquiry on the private events page; smaller groups can reserve cabanas and daybeds on the booking page.
What payment methods does Tailgate Beach Club accept?
Tailgate Beach Club accepts both cards and cash.
What is the cancellation policy at Tailgate Beach Club?
Cancel more than 24 hours before your reservation and your deposit is returned.
Hours And Location
Where is Tailgate Beach Club located?
Tailgate Beach Club is located at Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino, 3950 S Las Vegas Blvd, Las Vegas, NV 89119. The venue is on the south end of the Las Vegas Strip, across from Allegiant Stadium.
Do I need to be a Mandalay Bay hotel guest to visit Tailgate Beach Club?
No. Tailgate Beach Club is open to the public, so any guest 21 or older with valid ID can visit, hotel guest or not. It has its own hours, its own entrance and a free parking lot at Mandalay Bay. General admission is free, and walk-ins are welcome.
What are Tailgate Beach Club hours?
Tailgate Beach Club is on football-season hours through Super Bowl Sunday: Sunday 9 AM to 9 PM, Monday and Thursday 11 AM to 9 PM, Friday 11 AM to 6 PM, and Saturday 8:30 AM to 8 PM. Closed Tuesday and Wednesday. Hours can change for holidays and private events, so check the booking calendar for the date you plan to visit. Management reserves all rights.
Is Tailgate Beach Club open year-round?
Operating dates and hours can change by season and event schedule. Check the website before your visit for current availability.
Where should rideshare drop off?
Ask your driver for the Tailgate Beach Club entrance at Mandalay Bay for Uber, Lyft, taxi, and rideshare drop-off.
Where do guests park?
Parking is free in Tailgate's own lot. Use the dedicated Tailgate Beach Club parking lot, then follow the signs to the venue entrance. On Raiders game days, you can leave your car in the lot while you are at the game at Allegiant Stadium.
Venue Experience
What is Tailgate Beach Club?
Tailgate Beach Club is a 21+ sports pool club at Mandalay Bay in Las Vegas that shows every game during open hours. It has five heated pools, a 145-ft LED wall, 22 cabanas, two bungalows and room for 1,800 guests. General admission is free, and walk-ins are welcome.
Is Tailgate Beach Club the former Daylight Beach Club?
Yes. Daylight Beach Club at Mandalay Bay was remodeled into Tailgate Beach Club, a new 21+ sports pool club that opened May 1, 2026 in the same space. It has five heated pools, a 145-ft LED wall, 22 cabanas and two bungalows, and free general admission with an RSVP.
What games and events are shown?
Any game, any sport. Tailgate Beach Club shows every game during open hours on wall-to-wall LED, from NFL Sundays and UFC cards to full soccer slates. Check the events calendar for hosted watch parties and special programming.
For more ideas on where to catch the action, see Where to watch sports in Las Vegas.
Can I request a specific game?
Yes. Tailgate shows any game and any sport. Ask your server to request a specific game or channel.
What is the dress code at Tailgate Beach Club?
Pool-party and game-day casual. Swimwear, cover-ups, team jerseys and team gear are all welcome. Tailgate Beach Club is 21+, so bring a valid government-issued photo ID. It is an outdoor pool venue, so hats, sunglasses, and sunscreen are recommended. Management reserves all rights.
Is Tailgate Beach Club accessible?
Yes. ADA-accessible routes are available at Mandalay Bay and Tailgate Beach Club. For questions about arrival, seating, or accommodations, call 702-632-4700 before your visit.
Does Tailgate Beach Club have a sportsbook?
Yes. Tailgate Beach Club has a staffed BetMGM sportsbook on-site. Guests 21 and older can place cash wagers and watch the game on wall-to-wall LED screens. All wagering follows Nevada rules and house terms. If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, call 1-800-522-4700.
Food, Drinks, And Water
Does Tailgate Beach Club serve food?
Yes. Food is available inside the venue. Menu items may include salads, nachos, wings, sandwiches, wraps, sliders, tacos, platters, and other poolside options.
Does Tailgate Beach Club have a full bar?
Yes. Tailgate Beach Club offers alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, with options that may include cocktails, beer, wine, seltzers, frozen drinks, bottle service, and zero-proof drinks.
Are free water stations available?
Yes. Complimentary water stations are available inside Tailgate Beach Club. You may bring an empty refillable water bottle and fill it after entering.
What if I have a dietary restriction or medical need?
Please contact the venue before your visit if you have a dietary restriction, allergy, or medical need related to outside food or beverages. Security and management will review requests according to venue policy and applicable regulations.
Still Have Questions?
For the fastest help, use the booking page for tickets and VIP reservations, view the menus for food and drink options, or contact the Tailgate Beach Club team before your visit.