If you’re going to go tailgating, you definitely need to make sure that you have everything you need. After all, it will ruin the party if you end up forgetting an essential item. Here are just a few of the items that you’ll want to have on hand. Follow this checklist to make sure you take everything to have a great time.

The food and items to cook with are some of the most important items to put on that tailgate party checklist. Make sure you take a cooler along to keep cold items cool. If you plan on grilling, don’t forget the grill and the charcoal or gas for the grill. The right utensils for cooking are important, and make sure you have utensils for serving and eating the food too.

Plenty of drinks are essential. Everyone needs to stay hydrated. Take some water and other drinks you enjoy. Some napkins are definitely going to come in handy, as are plates and cups. Have some trash bags on hand too to make sure you clean up your mess. Blankets to sit on, some chairs, or a table with a tablecloth are great additions.

A few other items you may want to take along with you include a tent, ponchos in case it rains, games, sunblock, and plenty of ice.