Toomer's Corner will play host to the first tailgate of the season Saturday night from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m.
AuburnArt has collaborated with several other Auburn organizations, to prepare for an event they are calling Corner Kickoff.
The event will feature a giant screen on Toomer's Corner to show old football introduction videos, game footage and the debut of a new show "The Auburn Everyday Show."
The Everyday Show allows fans to see another side of the coaches and players, bringing them exclusive interviews and behind-the-scene clips of practices. It aims to bring fans closer to the team and allow them to see more than the usual 60 minutes of playing.
"I am extremely excited to have the Auburn family come together at this historic location to celebrate the beginning of a new season," said AuburnArt owner Cliff Hare.
There will be time for the families and fans to shop and eat around Auburn before and after the show starts. Aubie, The Auburn Cheerleaders and Tiger Paws will make appearances throughout the night.
"I am ready for everyone to get geared up and have some fun getting ready for the season and to see the new team," Hare said.
Alison Hall, Parks and Recreation community and special programs director, said they have also invited some VIP guests from the University as well as the city and hope they will be in attendance at Saturday's event.
"Parks and Recreation was definitely excited to team up with Auburn IMG Sports Network, AuburnArt and Auburn Athletics to put on the first ever Corner Kickoff," Hall said. "We are looking forward to seeing everyone shopping and socializing."
The event is intended to bring together the Auburn family and help support the football team as it prepares to start its 2012-2013 season in less than two weeks.
Auburn opens on Sept. 1 in Atlanta against Clemson.
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