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The Definitive South Lot Tailgate: Hatch Green Chile Brats & Cold IPA Pairings
Every home game at Empower Field needs a tactical approach: smoker timing, wind, green chile and what to pour.
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6 min readEmpower Field Lot Coordinates
Lot C meeting zone39.7439° N, 105.0201° W
Smoke Pit Zone (Lot C)Cornhole Row (Lot J)Family Quiet Zone (Lot M)
Open in Google MapsLot labels are informal ColoFandom meeting zones, not official lot rules. Follow stadium signage.
Tailgate safely
- Plan a designated driver and drink responsibly.
- Keep propane and charcoal away from tents and crowds; keep a fire extinguisher handy.
- Follow stadium rules and posted signage: they override anything on this site.
- Pack out your trash and respect your neighbors.