Local businesses charge World Cup partiers thousands for offsite tailgates due to MetLife ban: 'We had to jump on the wagon'

Local businesses are charging World Cup partiers thousands of dollars for offsite tailgates after MetLife Stadium banned parking at the venue during the tournament. With World Cup matches at the New York New Jersey stadium, which is hosting eight games this summer, tailgating is no longer available at the complex because the parking lots will be used for other fan-engagement functions. A spokesperson for the host committee, Natalie Hamilton, told NJ.com the event is designed as “public transportation-first.” As a result, fans have moved their celebrations offsite and companies have responded. ManCave Events LLC, led by Marvin Hyer Jr, partnered with Redds, a sports bar near the stadium, to host elevated tailgating experiences. A private ManCave tailgate costs $7,500 for up to 30 guests, and $3,750 for 10 or fewer; prices are expected to rise by the time the finals arrive. The article also references other vendors, including Instant Party Company, which similarly specializes in luxury tailgating.