You know what I hate? Recipes with a seven page personal memoir. Listen Karen, we get it. An avocado changed your life forever, just tell me how many teaspoons of salt I need. My point: there’s no need for a dissertation here about football season. The most glorious time of the year is upon us and this is your guide on where to watch the game locally.
Important: Don’t see your team or alumni group on the list? Please have your organizer/leader/bar/restaurant email us at charlottenc@yelp.com. This is a hand-curated list. If your team is missing, please send us the info so we can add it. We recommend double checking all information in the post in the event of any time and location changes.
Alabama
Where to Watch: Whiskey Warehouse (Plaza Midwood), DB’s Tavern (Ballantyne), Jack’s Corner Tap (Cornelius)
Roll Tide Info: Bama Charlotte
Appalachian State
Where to Watch: Angry Ale’s (Montford)
Kick-off Party Details: Charlotte Metro Alumni Chapter: 10th Annual Football Season Kickoff Party
More Mountaineer Info: Appalachian State Charlotte Metro Alumni Chapter
Arkansas
Where to Watch: Dilworth Neighborhood Grille (Dilworth)
All Your Razorback Info: Carolina Razorbacks
Auburn
Where to Watch: Fitzgerald’s
Find More War Eagle Info: CLT Auburn Club
Bonus: Fitzgerald’s validates parking in the Wake Forest Parking Garage after 5pm daily and all day on weekends. Please bring ticket in for validation. Garage can be entered from 5th Street immediately after passing Fitzgerald’s on the left (entrance is before the light rail tracks). Garage can also be entered from 6th Street (entrance is across from Brixx/Queen City Q).
Central Florida
Where to Watch: JackBeagle’s (Morehead St)
Note: JackBeagle’s is not a UCF bar per say, but they do save a few tables for the fans and have a TV dedicated to UCF games.
#ChargeOn: Charlotte UCF Alumni Group
Charlotte 49ers
Where to Watch: Jerry Richardson Stadium
More 49er Info: UNC Charlotte Alumni Association
Tailgate the Niner Way: The Alumni Association hosts the Alumni Tailgate Village, complete with a full spread and bar (included in admission), covered and out of the elements to beat the hassle of setting up on your own.
Other Great Pre and Post Game Spots: Boardwalk Billy’s, Picasso’s Sports Cafe
Clemson
Where to Watch: Clutch Kitchen & Pourhouse
More Sea of Orange Info: Charlotte Clemson Club
East Carolina University
Where to Watch: Queen City Q (Uptown)
Parking: They validate for the 7th Street Station deck!
All Your Pirate Info: Charlotte Pirate Club Chapter
Florida
Where to Watch: Aug 24th, UF vs Miami Watch Party Dilworth Neighborhood Grille
Note: Check the Charlotte Gator Club Facebook page for watch party announcements, locations and deets each week.
Florida State
Where to Watch: All American Pub (South End)
Pro Tip: If you want a table, get there early. Game watches can draw anywhere from 50-300 people.
All Your Tomahawk Chop Info: Charlotte Seminole Club
Georgia
Where to Watch: Queen Park Social (Loso), Hawthorne’s NY Pizza (Elizabeth), Seoul Food Meat Company (South End)
More Bulldog Info: University of Georgia Charlotte Area Alumni & Friends
Georgia Tech
Where to Watch: Sir Edmond Halley’s (Park Road Shopping Center)
More Yellow Jacket Details: Charlotte Georgia Tech Alumni Association
Indiana
Where to Watch: Dilworth Neighborhood Grille
Hoosier Info Here: Indiana University Alumni Association – Charlotte Chapter
Iowa
Where to Watch: Brazwell’s Premium Pub (Montford)
Hawkeye Info Here: Charlotte Iowa Club
Kentucky
Where to Watch: The Brass Tap (South End)
More UK Info: Queen City CATS
LSU
Where to Watch: Big Ben Pub (South End)
All your Geaux Tigers Info: LSU Carolinas
Louisville
Where to Watch: Steamers Sports Pub (Off Albemarle Rd)
Note: They don’t meet every game, so be sure to check the website!
More Cardinal Info: University of Louisville Charlotte Alumni Chapter
Miami
Where to Watch: Greystone Pub (South Blvd)
The U Info: Charlotte ‘Canes
Michigan
Where to Watch: Tavern on the Tracks (South End)
All Your Go Blue Info: University of Michigan Club of Charlotte
Michigan State
Where to Watch: The Gin Mill (South End)
More Sparty Info: MSU Spartans of Charlotte Alumni Association
Missouri
Note: No official game watch, but may plan some impromptu events for bigger games, so keep an eye on their page
Tiger Info: Mizzou Alum Charlotte
Nebraska
Where to Watch: Brewers at 4001 Yancey (LoSo)
All Your GBR Info: NC Huskers
North Carolina
Where to Watch: Brewers at 4001 Yancey (LoSo), Moo & Brew (Plaza Midwood)
More UNC Info: Charlotte Carolina Club
Belk College Kickoff: Graham St Pub & Patio will host a special Tar Heels in Town party on Friday, August 30th. Former players, live music, dj and more.
North Carolina State University
Where to Watch: Caswell Station
All Your Wolfpack Info: NC State Charlotte Alumni Network
North Dakota State University
Where to Watch: Jock and Jills (South Stream Blvd)
More Bison Info: NDSU Alumni & Fans – Carolinas Region
Notre Dame
Where to Watch: Ri Ra Irish Pub
Bagpipers, Live Entertainment, New TVs/Sound, Giveaways, Drink Specials, Patio w/TVs + Sound and Former Irish/NFL Player Appearances. Sponsored by Highland Brewery.
Parking: Validated parking at Center City Green Garage across from Spectrum Center between 5th & 6th street.
More Irish Info: Notre Dame Club of Charlotte
Ohio State
Where to Watch: Blackfinn Ameripub (Uptown), Blackfinn Ameripub (Ballantyne), The Harp & Crown (Cornelius)
Buckeye Pre-Season Parties: Food will be provided and drinks are available for purchase. All alumni and fans are welcome to join!
August 17, 5-7 pm BlackFinn Ballantyne at 14825 Ballantyne Village Way. Parking is free.
August 24, 12-2 pm BlackFinn Uptown at 210 E. Trade St. Parking will be validated for paid Charlotte Buckeye members.
August 24, 5-7 pm The Harp & Crown at 19930 W. Catawba Ave in Cornelius. Parking is free.
More OSU Info: Charlotte Buckeyes Alumni Club
Oklahoma
Where to Watch: Libretto’s Pizzeria (Woodlawn)
All Your Boomer Sooner Info: Charlotte Sooners/OU Club of Charlotte
Oregon
Where to Watch: Technically no official watch site, but Lindol over at Jackalope Jack’s (Plaza Midwood) says all Ducks fans are welcome there (same goes for any SF 49ers).
Penn State
Where to Watch: Fitzgerald’s (Uptown), Blackfinn Ameripub (Ballantyne), & Fox and Hound (Huntersville)
Reminder If You’re Headed Uptown: Fitzgerald’s validates parking in the Wake Forest Parking Garage after 5pm daily and all day on weekends. Please bring ticket in for validation. Garage can be entered from 5th Street immediately after passing Fitzgerald’s on the left (entrance is before the light rail tracks). Garage can also be entered from 6th Street (entrance is across from Brixx/Queen City Que).
All Your PSU Info: Charlotte Chapter of the Penn State Alumni Association
Pittsburgh
Where to Watch: Salud Cerveceria
More Pitt Info: Charlotte Pitt Club
Purdue
Where to Watch: Dilworth Neighborhood Grille (Dilworth)
More Boilermaker Info: Purdue Alumni of Charlotte
South Carolina
Where to Watch: Dilworth Neighborhood Grille (Dilworth)
Save the Dates:
Friday, August 30th – 2019 Football Kickoff sponsored by the My Carolina Alumni Association, The Gamecock Club and your Charlotte/York County Gamecock Clubs. We start off with an action packed evening with live music from Ben Fagan & the Hooligans, Cocky, Cheerleaders, DJ and other surprise Gamecock guests. We will be at Ri-Ra’s Irish Pub in Uptown located at 208 N Tryon Street, Charlotte, NC 28202. This event is FREE!
Saturday, August 31st – Official Gamecock Tailgate from 11 am to 3 pm at Ink N Ivy: This free event is sponsored by The Gamecock Club and My Carolina Alumni Association. Cocky, cheerleaders and other Gamecock guests will be in attendance. The address is 222 S Church Street, Charlotte, NC 28202. We have been asked my many about tailgate parking lots. Due to the growth of the city the traditional tailgate parking is not a cost effective option at this time. Stop by our free event and have some fun.
More ‘Cocks Info: Charlotte Gamecock Club
South Florida
Where to Watch: Libretto’s Pizzeria (Parktowne)
All Your Green and Gold Info: USF Alumni – Charlotte
Syracuse
Where to Watch: Dilworth Neighborhood Grill (Dilworth)
All your ‘Cuse Info: Syracuse University Alumni Club of Charlotte
Tennessee
Where to Watch: Angry Ale’s (Montford)
More Vol Info: Charlotte UTK Alumni Chapter
Texas
Where to Watch: Old Pineville Premium Pub
Hook ‘Em Horns Info: Texas Exes Charlotte Chapter
Virginia
Note: No special game watch, but I am told they are planning to have one or two at Town Brewing. Check their page for updates and info.
Wahoowa: UVA Club of Charlotte
Virginia Tech
Where to Watch: Graham St Pub & Patio (Uptown)
Here’s Your Hokie Info: VT Charlotte Alumni Chapter
Wake Forest
Where to Watch: Selwyn Avenue Pub (Myers Park)
Demon Deacon Info: Wake Charlotte
West Virginia
Where to Watch: Queen Park Social (Loso)
More WVU Info: Charlotte Chapter of the WVU Alumni Association
Wisconsin
Where to Watch: Dilworth Neighborhood Grille (Dilworth)
All Your Bucky Badger Info: Wisconsin Alumni Association – Charlotte
Other College Notes
Taproom Social Charlotte (Uptown): showing all Big Ten games. Group that turns out with the most fans gets game sound!
OPENING SOON: QC Pourhouse (South End) will show college games of the week focusing on SEC and ACC. They’ll also be a neighborhood Panthers and Hornets bar.
Carolina Panthers
Where to Watch: Bank of America Stadium, baby! And anywhere with a TV. But seriously, any place with the ability to show the Panthers is a place to watch. Here’s a curated collection of some of my favorite spots.
Other Spots Of Note:
Team Send-Off Parties: The Unknown Brewing
Tailgate Parties: Clutch Kitchen & Pourhouse
2019 Roaring Riot Tailgate with a Purpose
Queen City Riot/Roaring Riot Charlotte Chapter: Taproom Social Charlotte (Uptown)
WFNZ Official Panthers Away Game Viewing Parties: Brewers at 4001 Yancey (LoSo)
Baltimore Ravens
Where to Watch: SIP Charlotte (Uptown)
Buffalo Bills
Where to Watch: Tavern on the Tracks (South End), Lebowski’s Neighborhood Grill (Dilworth), Towne Tavern (Ft Mill), Taste of Buffalo (Huntersville), Bisonte Pizza (Uptown & Matthews), JJs Red Hots (Ballantyne)
Chicago Bears
Where to Watch: Wild Wing Cafe (University)
Da Bears Info: Beardown Charlotte
Cincinnati Bengals
Where to Watch: Greystone Pub (South Blvd)
Cleveland Browns
Where to Watch: Dilworth Neighborhood Grille (Dilworth)
Get Your Baker Mayfield On: Charlotte Browns Backers
Dallas Cowboys
Where to Watch: The Press Box bar & Grill (University)
Dallas Deets: Cowboy Stars of the Carolinas Fan Club
Green Bay Packers
Where to Watch: Blackfinn Ameripub (Ballantyne)
Discount Double Check: Green Bay Packers Fans of Charlotte
Kansas City Chiefs
Where to Watch: Tyber Creek Pub (South End)
Mahomes Mania Info: Arrowhead Addict
Miami Dolphins
Where to Watch: Queen Park Social (Loso)
Fins Up Info: Charlotte Dolfans Club
New England Patriots
Where to Watch: The Union (South End), Beantown Tavern (Matthews)
New Orleans
Where to Watch: Topgolf (Steele Creek)
Black and Gold Info: Who Dat Nation of Charlotte
New York Giants
Where to Watch: The Local (Uptown)
New York Jets
Where to Watch: Dilworth Neighborhood Grille (Dilworth)
NYJ Info: Charlotte Jets Fans
Oakland Raiders
Where to Watch: Infused
Black and Silver Info: Charlotte Oakland Raiders Fan Club Info
Philadelphia Eagles
Where to Watch: Steamers Sports Pub (Off Albemarle Rd)
Pittsburgh Steelers
Where to Watch: Fitzgerald’s
Black and Yellow Info: Steeltown in Uptown
Bonus: Fitzgerald’s validates parking in the Wake Forest Parking Garage after 5pm daily and all day on weekends. Please bring ticket in for validation. Garage can be entered from 5th Street immediately after passing Fitzgerald’s on the left (entrance is before the light rail tracks). Garage can also be entered from 6th Street (entrance is across from Brixx/Queen City Que).
San Francisco 49ers
Where to Watch: Technically no official watch site, but Lindol over at Jackalope Jack’s (Plaza Midwood) says all 49ers fans are welcome there (same goes for any Oregon Ducks).
Seattle Seahawks
Where to Watch: Lucky’s Lou Tavern
Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Where to Watch: Fox & Hound (Northlake)
Buc Info: Carolina Buccaneers Krewe
Washington Redskins
Where to Watch: Whisky River (Uptown)
HTTR Info: Charlotte Redskins Fans
No alumni group here? No problem. We know just the place to catch all the college football and NFL action this season.
If you don’t see your team or alumni group on the list, please have your organizer/leader/bar/restaurant email us at charlottenc@yelp.com.
