Abstract: A mounting device for positioning a liquid or solid containing vessel relative to first and second bodies, such as adjacent stadium seats, utilizing a holder having an opening for at least partially surrounding the vessel. The holder further includes a flange which extends outwardly from the opening and possesses first and second surfaces for contacting the first and second bodies. A hanging element is formed with an element for engaging a structural member spanning the first and second bodies and includes an end portion which engages and removably connects to the holder.