Fancy Longhorn Tailgating Is Back at West Campus Hotel

— West Campus spot Hotel Ella is bringing back its upscale tailgating series for three Longhorn games out on the lawn. There’s a buffet from on-site restaurant Goodall’s Kitchen, along with cocktails, beer, and wine. The hotel’s also providing shuttles to and from the Darrell K. Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium for those actually attending the games. It will be held on Saturday, September 8; Saturday, September 15, and Saturday, October 13. Tickets are $55, and children 12 years old and younger can attend for free.

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