Celebrate the Cyclones and show your pride! 
Cyclone Central Tailgates are hosted by the ISU Alumni Association before each home football game at Jack Trice Stadium. The ISU Alumni Center, 420 Beach Ave. (adjacent to Lots A2/A3) opens three hours prior to kickoff and closes 30 minutes prior to kickoff, with free admission offered to all. Cyclone Central is also held on occasion for non-football athletics contests. Information will be posted here for those events as it becomes available.
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2010 Cyclone Central Tailgate Events
Location
The ISU Alumni Center is located at 420 Beach Ave. in Ames, overlooking the parking lots of A2 and A3 at the Iowa State Center. See a map of the location.
Hours
Cyclone Central for football opens three hours prior to kickoff and ends 30 minutes prior to kickoff unless otherwise specified. Check the football schedule at cyclones.com for the latest information about kickoff times. Hours for other (non-football) Cyclone Central events will be determined independently and posted on this Web page.
Admission
All are welcome free of charge. Please note, however, that you must now register in advance if you'd like to purchase a meal. Details on registering for meals, as they become available, can be found along with each event listing below.
Parking
Reserved parking is NOT available for Cyclone Central. Standard event parking regulations will be enforced in all areas around Jack Trice Stadium and Hilton Coliseum, including at the ISU Alumni Center.
Cancellation Policy
In the event that you need to cancel your registration, please contact us at (877) 478-2586 by the RSVP deadline in order to get a full refund. Cancellations made after the RSVP deadline will not include refunds.
Merchandise
A selection of ISU Alumni Collection merchandise will be available for purchase at each Cyclone Central.
Bar Services Provided all season
by Olde Main Brewing Co. of Ames
(for consumption at ISU Alumni Center only)
Beer: $3
Wine: $4
Bottle of soda or water: $1.50
www.oldemainbrewing.com
2010 Event Schedule
Thursday, September 2
ISU vs. Northern Illinois
"City of Ames Pride" Day
Sponsored by Tom Randall Real Estate Team
Thank you for joining us at our first Cyclone Central tailgate, which was sponsored by Tom Randall Real Estate Team.
Saturday, September 25
ISU vs. Northern Iowa
"State of Iowa Pride" Day
Sponsored by Party Time Special Events
Kickoff time: 6 p.m.
Cyclone Central opens: 3 p.m.
Cyclone Central closes: 5:30 p.m.
Catered by: Valentino's Grand Italian Buffet
Buffet menu: Tossed Salad, Macaroni Deli Salad, Garlic Spirazzi Breadtwists, Pizza (Hamburger, Pepperoni, Cheese), Baked Lasagna with Meat Sauce, Baked Pasta Primavera, Dessert Pizza, Chocolate Chip Bars, Lemonade
In addition to the full buffet, slices of pizza will be available for $3 each (limited quantities).
Buffet cost: $10 for ISUAA members and $12 for nonmembers; online registration coming soon!
Fan contest: State of Iowa trivia
Saturday, October 2
ISU vs. Texas Tech
Family Weekend 2010
"Family Pride" Day
Kickoff time: TBD
Cyclone Central opens: Three hours prior to kickoff
Cyclone Central closes: 30 minutes prior to kickoff
Catered by: Hickory Park Restaurant
Meal menu: Smoked Sliced Beef, Pork, or Turkey Sandwich on Bun (May Substitute Salad); BBQ Beans; Cheesy Potatoes; Tossed Salad; Cookie; Lemonade
Meal cost: $10 for ISUAA members and $12 for nonmembers; online registration coming soon!
Fan contest: Which family has the most ISU alumni members?
Saturday, October 9
ISU vs. Utah
"Cardinal and Gold Pride" Day
Sponsored by Tailgate Clothing Co.
Kickoff time: TBD
Cyclone Central opens: Three hours prior to kickoff
Cyclone Central closes: 30 minutes prior to kickoff
Catered by: Olde Main Brewing Co.
Meal Menu: Hamburger, Chips, Pasta Salad, Cookie, Lemonade
Meal cost: $10 for ISUAA members and $12 for nonmembers; online registration coming soon!
Fan contest: Best Cardinal and Gold outfit
Saturday, October 30
ISU vs. Kansas
Homecoming 2010: Highlight of the Year
Kickoff time: TBD
Cyclone Central opens: Three hours prior to kickoff
Cyclone Central closes: 30 minutes prior to kickoff
Buffet catered by: ISU Dining
Menu: Grilled hamburgers, grilled chicken breast sandwiches, black bean burgers, broccoli slaw, deluxe baked beans, potato salad, relishes, potato chips, dessert bars, lemonade, ice water, coffee
Special promotions: Student Alumni Leadership Council Silent Auction, Homecoming mum corsages for sale, Yell-Like-Hell performances, prizes for alums, and a free gift for all ISUAA members who show their membership cards
Register now! Orders for meals ($20/$15 for ISUAA members), football tickets ($35), and/or mum corsages ($12/$10 for ISUAA members) must be placed by Oct. 15. Meal-only orders must be placed by Oct. 25.
Saturday, November 6
ISU vs. Nebraska
"Student Pride" Day
Kickoff time: TBD
Cyclone Central opens: Three hours prior to kickoff
Cyclone Central closes: 30 minutes prior to kickoff
Catered by: TBD
Special promotion: Free gift for all students who show their red ISUCards
Saturday, November 20
ISU vs. Missouri
"Cyclone Pride" Day
Kickoff time: TBD
Cyclone Central opens: Three hours prior to kickoff
Cyclone Central closes: 30 minutes prior to kickoff
Catered by: TBD
Special promotion: Free temporary tattoos for all Cyclones!
