re: Gamecock fans, question about tailgating in Columbia

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Right next to stadium is a huge, and I mean huge new green space called Carolina Park, or Old Farmers Market (goes by both), with not only reserved tailgate spots, but large open areas for anyone to visit with refreshments, tents by TWC with TV's, seats etc., sometimes live music etc etc. That is where you go to tailgate. Beautiful new area that cost tens of millions to build and is a huge success past two years. As for parking, pay your 10-20 bucks for any of several paid lots within a mile of stadium, get there early and you can park real close. Get there anywhere after three hours before kickoff, you will be a mile away. After parking, go to the public area of the Farmers Market next to stadium and enjoy.

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