Chargers Fans Don't Let Fans Drive Drunk
About   |    Designated-Driver Program Standings   |    Creative Elements


The San Diego Chargers promote responsible drinking and positive fan behavior at Qualcomm Stadium. The Chargers alcohol management plan ensures that fans have a safe and fun experience.


 
San Diego Chargers
 
  Designated drivers promise to not drink alcohol and make sure their friends and family get home safely from the game.

Thank you to all the Chargers fans who make the responsible decision to be designated drivers!

Enjoy Gameday - the Right Way!
 
     
  Chargers Fans Don't Let Fans Drive Drunk. Enjoy Gameday the Right Way. Be a Good Sport and always have a Designated Driver.  
     
  Chargers Fans Don't Let Fans Drive Drunk. Enjoy Gameday the Right Way. Be a Good Sport and always have a Designated Driver.  
     
  Chargers Fans Don't Let Fans Drive Drunk. Enjoy Gameday the Right Way. Be a Good Sport and always have a Designated Driver.  
     
  Chargers Fans Don't Let Fans Drive Drunk. Enjoy Gameday the Right Way. Be a Good Sport and always have a Designated Driver.  
     




Track how many Chargers fans have pledged to be Designated Drivers so far this season

 

Responsibility Partners
  • Centerplate
  • Anheuser-Busch
  • Elite Show Services
  • California Office of Traffic Safety
  • California Highway Patrol
  • TEAM Coalition
San Diego Chargers
Fan Code of Conduct:
The Chargers are committed to creating a safe, comfortable, and enjoyable experience for all fans, both in the stadium and in the parking lot. We want all fans attending our games to enjoy the experience in a responsible fashion.

Fans who demonstrate inappropriate and disruptive behavior, including the following, are subject to ejection and season ticket holders risk losing their season ticket account and/or parking privileges for:
  • Excessive consumption of alcohol
  • Obscene, offensive or abusive language or actions
  • Fighting, or otherwise dangerous, abusive or profane behavior
  • Unruly or inconsiderate behavior
  • Indecent exposure or undressing
  • Wearing obscene or indecent clothing
  • Smoking, inside the stadium
  • Scalping or other improper resale of tickets
  • Interfering with security procedures
  • Interfering with the progress of the game, going onto the field or throwing any object onto the field or on the stadium premises.
  • Any action warranting eviction and/or confiscation of game tickets by SDPD or stadium security.
Event patrons are responsible for their conduct as well as the conduct of their guests and/or persons using their tickets. Even if season ticket holders give away or sell their tickets to a game, the account holder is accountable for the actions of those using the tickets. Accounts can be forfeited partially or entirely for violations of the Code of Conduct.

Stadium staff will promptly intervene to support an environment where event patrons, their guests, and other fans can enjoy the event free from the above behavior. Event patrons and guests will be subject to ejection without refund and potential loss of ticket privileges for future games for violations of the Code of Conduct.

The San Diego Chargers and Qualcomm Stadium thank you for adhering to our Fan Code of Conduct.

Let’s all enjoy Gameday...the Right Way!

Report Fan Conduct issues from your cell phone or mobile device. Text “Security” your location and issue to 59629. Standard SMS text rates may apply.
 
Alcohol Service Policies:
Age to Check ID:   All
Max Alcohol Drinks:   2/transaction/possession in 1st Half
1/transaction/possession in 3rd Quarter
Maximum Cup Size:   20 oz
Liquor Sold:   In select areas, bars and lounges
     
Cut-off Policies:
Concession Stands:   End of the 3rd Quarter
Hawkers:   N/A
Clubs/Suites:   1 Hour After Game Ends
Night Games:   Same as Day Games
     
Tailgating Policies:
Time Lots Open:   5 Hours before Kick-off for all pre-paid permit parking
4 Hours before Kick-off for all general parking
Prohibited Items:   Glass containers, catering and kegs (without paid permit and proof of liability in advance), weapons, throwing or spilling objects
Permitted Items:   Plastic bottles, cans, small gas or charcoal BBQs
     
Text Messaging System:
Report Fan Conduct issues from your cell phone or mobile device.
Text “SECURITY” to 59629.
Message and data rates may apply.
 
You may also report fan conduct issues by calling our Game Day Hotline at 1-877-CHARGERS (1-877-242-7437).
     
TV Public Service Announcements:
Fan Code of Conduct Fan Messengers Game Day the
Right Way
 
Designated Driver Program:
You’ll find the Anheuser-Busch "Good Sport" Designated Driver booths in five locations throughout the stadium, including in the stadium parking lot at the Chargers Bud Light Power Party (located in Lot F2) and inside the stadium at Elevators 1, 2, 4 and Stair P. Officers from the California Highway Patrol staff the booths on game day. Fans who pledge to be designated drivers receive a complimentary bottle of water or O’Doul’s non alcoholic beverage and a chance to be selected as the Designated Driver for the Game. Designated Drivers for the game are recognized and receive a special gift from the Chargers and Anheuser-Busch.
 
2009 Chargers Total: 11,743   2009 League Total: 152,000
         
Award Recognition:   The San Diego Chargers Top Five status for the most fans pledging to be designated drivers in the 2007, 2008 and 2009 seasons.



TEAM Coalition   |    NFL.com   |    Responsibility Has Its Rewards