A Jaguars boat tailgate is the most Jacksonville way to spend a game day. EverBank Stadium sits right on the St. Johns River, so instead of a parking lot you get the skyline, the bridges and a cooler on a private boat. And in 2026, it got much easier.
This guide covers the remaining home games, the new Met Park Marina next to the stadium, which of our boats suits a floating tailgate, what it costs and how to plan the day. Your USCG-licensed captain drives, so nobody in the group has to stay on the dock.
The short version
- November home games: Colts on Sunday, November 1 at 1:00 p.m., and Titans on Sunday, November 29 at 4:05 p.m.
- New in 2026: Met Park Marina opened beside the stadium in August with 78 slips.
- Best boats: the 30 ft cruiser (up to 10) or the 44 ft Sea Ray (up to 12), both with a restroom.
- Book early. Game weekends are filling fast on the river this season.
What this guide covers
The Jaguars home games to plan your boat tailgate around
The Jaguars play two November home games at EverBank Stadium this season. According to the NFL’s 2026 schedule, they host the Indianapolis Colts on Sunday, November 1 at 1:00 p.m. Then they host the Tennessee Titans on Sunday, November 29 at 4:05 p.m.
The Titans game is a big one for a river tailgate. It falls on Thanksgiving weekend, and a 4:05 p.m. kickoff means you can spend the whole afternoon on the water first. However, NFL kickoff times can move, so check the schedule again the week before.
The new Met Park Marina changes the Jaguars boat tailgate
For years, boating to a game meant hunting for a spot. That changed on August 12, 2026, when the city opened the rebuilt Met Park Marina. As the Jax Daily Record reported, it has 78 slips on the north bank, right beside the stadium.
- Transient slips cost $2.75 per foot per night for boats up to 60 feet.
- Special-event pricing is $4 per foot per night.
- Rafting docks along Metropolitan Park are planned for games and events, reserved through the city’s JaxParks system.
Project managers also said that game weekends were filling up fast. So, if you own a boat, reserve early through the marina. If you don’t, a private charter is the simpler route, because your captain handles the boating and the docking plan.
Which boat to book for a Jaguars boat tailgate
For game day, two things matter most: room for the group and a restroom. Both of these boats have one, which you will appreciate by the third quarter.
Up to 10 guests, with cockpit lounge seating, a cabin with a dinette and an enclosed head. It boards at Sadler Point Marina on the Ortega River, a short cruise from downtown, and Friendship Fountain is a pickup point by request.
Up to 12 guests, a shaded cockpit, a salon and a restroom below deck. It leaves from Palm Cove Marina in Jacksonville Beach, so plan a longer trip for the run up the river.
Watching on TV instead? The tiki boat (up to 10) suits a beach-side game-day party on the Intracoastal, with a sandbar stop before kickoff.
What a Jaguars boat tailgate costs
Every price covers the whole boat and your captain, not each guest. Because a tailgate is a long day, most groups book 6 hours or more.
| Boat | 4 hours | 6 hours | 8 hours | Guests |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 30 ft Cruiser | $2,403 | $3,031 | $3,502 | Up to 10 |
| 44 ft Sea Ray | $2,074 | $3,025 | n/a | Up to 12 |
Split 10 ways, a 6-hour cruiser tailgate works out to about $303 per person. Florida sales tax (7.5%) is added at checkout, groups of 7 or more add a 15% gratuity, and holiday weekends add $50. Also, you can reserve now and pay later with Affirm.
How to plan your game day on the water
- Pick the game and book early. Then tell us the date and your group size, so we can confirm the right boat and departure point.
- Agree the plan with your captain. In addition, ask where the boat can tie up or anchor on your date, and how your group gets to the gates.
- Pack like a tailgate. Bring a cooler, food, team gear, sunscreen and a light jacket for the ride home after dark.
- Keep your tickets on your phone. Also, check the Jaguars’ official site for the stadium bag policy before you leave.
Local tip: for the 4:05 p.m. Titans game, a midday departure gives you the best of both. You get warm afternoon light for the tailgate, and then a skyline glowing after sunset on the way home.
If you plan to bring drinks, mention it when you book so your captain can confirm the rules for your trip. And because the captain drives, everybody in the group gets to enjoy the day.
Game-day tips from the water
- Dress in layers. November afternoons are warm, but the river gets cool after sunset.
- Bring a portable phone charger. Game-day photos drain batteries fast.
- Weather still rules. Your captain makes the call. So if we cancel for weather or safety, you get a full refund or a new date.
- Add a photographer for a team photo on the bow, from $199 for a dock shoot.
Jaguars boat tailgate questions
Yes. EverBank Stadium sits right on the St. Johns River, and the new Met Park Marina next to the stadium opened in August 2026 with 78 slips. Game weekends fill fast, so reserve early or book a private charter that handles the boating for you.
The Jaguars host the Indianapolis Colts on Sunday, November 1 at 1:00 p.m. and the Tennessee Titans on Sunday, November 29 at 4:05 p.m. at EverBank Stadium. Check the NFL schedule before you book, because kickoff times can move.
Up to 10 guests on the 30 ft cruiser and up to 12 on the 44 ft Sea Ray, plus your licensed captain. Both boats have an onboard restroom, which matters on a long game day.
The 30 ft cruiser is $2,403 for 4 hours, $3,031 for 6 hours and $3,502 for 8 hours. The 44 ft Sea Ray is $2,074 for 4 hours and $3,025 for 6 hours. Sales tax is added, and groups of 7 or more add a 15% gratuity.
It depends on dock space on your game date. Tell us the game and your plans when you book, and your captain will confirm where the boat can tie up or anchor and how your group gets to the gates.
Book your Jaguars game-day boat
Tell us the game and your group size, and we will hold the right boat. Your USCG-licensed captain is always included.
Downtown charters Call (904) 595-9196