Ultimate Tailgate Challenge

This is a comically competitive, seriously fun team building program inspired by the classic games you might enjoy at a tailgate party. Naturally, our version involves strategy, teamwork and throwing stuff. Serious fun.

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Why this event?

There’s no better bonding experience than a friendly, competitive round of classic games. Tailgating strengthens the sense of community while supporting your team and your organization.

The basics are pretty simple – teams rotate through each activity, competing for the highest scores in each individual game. We feature popular games like Corn Hole, Ladder Ball, Kan Jam and Washer Toss. You can also include optional choices like Shuffleboard Golf, Pong-O, Pole-ish Horseshoes, Baggo and Rollors (we’ll explain all of these – just ask). A professional DJ supplies energy and attitude.

Once everyone has played, the entire group comes back together for a lighthearted closing ceremony. Awards? Definitely. Prizes? Sure, if you’d like. Smiles and happy memories? As many as your group can handle. This high-spirited event has all the makings of a perfect team building afternoon.

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The image shows a group of participants engaged in an outdoor team building activity, specifically playing a game of cornhole. The game involves tossing bean bags into the hole on a raised platform.

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Team size

25 - 400

Time needed

2- 4 hours

Space requirement

The Ultimate Tailgate Challenge can be delivered as either an indoor or outdoor event, though being tailgate-themed this event does play particularly well to the outdoors!

Ideal for

Wacky, wild fun
Friendly competition
Icebreaker event
Collaboration
Great photo op

Tailoring

Based on your group size, TeamBonding will recommend 4 – 8 activities best suited for your location and desired outcomes. We can always customize this team building program to reflect your company culture, values, logo, etc.

Chosen By:

"It was awesome.! We had a blast and the weather was great. l told Paul to start thinking of something even greater for next year because we are a highly motivated group!"

The New York Times

"Everything went well! Eric and Nick were very nice and also well prepared for the activity. Everyone loved it!!"

Santander

"We had a blast and will definitely use TeamBonding again!"

HubSpot

"We had about 350 to 400 people attend and I’ve heard wonderful things about it so far. Everyone seemed to have a great time and the games were a big hit! Your staff in particular, Stephanie and Paul, were especially professional thorough, and very kind to work with throughout the entire event planning and function that evening."

Financial Executives International

"The event went very well! It was super hot but Deric switched up the plan a little to accommodate, getting people into the shade and adjusting the amount of time spent on each game/out in the sun, which was much appreciated. Everything with TeamBonding went smoothly!"

The Richardson Company

"We all had a great time and the TeamBonding Team was exceptional with their excitement and enthusiasm. Their energy made the whole event that much better. Thank you so much. I would highly recommend Team Bonding."

The Clorox Company

"It went great! We had so many compliments from our participants. Michael and his team did a fantastic job for us. I give them 5 stars! I fill confident you will hear from HDR again. Thank you for an awesome team-building experience!"

HDR

"Hope you're well. From everything I heard the event two weeks ago was a huge success so thank you to you and Paul for helping have a successful day with our team. Thanks!"

Ingerman

"We had a large, enthusiastic group at an indoor event. Easy to work with, accommodating and not flustered by last-minute requests. Definitely recommended!"

Boehringer Ingelheim

"We had an excellent experience with our team building event! The whole group was super engaged and I received a lot of positive feedback from folks post event saying how fun it was. Kevin, our facilitator, was absolutely amazing! I really can't speak highly enough of him and his colleagues who joined in facilitating. They were really engaging with our group and created such a fun atmosphere. Thanks again for all your support in delivering a great event for our team!"

ENGIE North America, Inc.

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