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JMU Watch Parties for the National Championship
1/5/2018 12:00:00 PM | Football
James Madison is set for its matchup Saturday afternoon against North Dakota State in the NCAA Division I Football Championship. Fans who are unable to make the trip to Frisco, Texas will have plenty of options as JMU Nation will be gathering all around the country for local watch parties. The game will be nationally televised on ESPN2 at noon ET (11 a.m. CT).
For the most up-to-date watch party list, check out the JMU Alumni Association website. Those wishing to attend one of the local watch parties may register online.
JMU's run through the 2017 FCS playoffs is presented by Excel Heating and Cooling.
ARIZONA
Phoenix, Arizona
Half Moon Saloon, 10:00 a.m., local time
2121 E. Highland Ave., Phoenix, AZ 85016
Map it!
CALIFORNIA
San Diego, CA
Twisted Taps, 9 a.m., local time
2302 El Cajon Blvd.
San Diego, CA 92104
Map it!
*Alumni chapter watch party.
San Francisco, CA
The Brick Yard, 9:00 a.m., local time
1787 Union St., San Francisco, CA 94123
Map it!
*Alumni chapter watch party.
COLORADO
Denver, CO
Platt Park Brewing Company, 10:00 a.m., local time
1875 S. Pearl St., Denver, CO 80210
Map it!
*Alumni chapter watch party.
DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA
Washington, DC
Chinese Disco, 11:00 a.m.
3251 Prospect St. NW, Washington, DC 20007
Map it!
ILLINOIS
Chicago, IL
Gaslight Bar, 10:45 a.m., local time
2450 N. Clark St., Chicago, IL 60614
Map it!
*Alumni chapter watch party.
MARYLAND
Baltimore, MD
Mother's Federal Hill Grille, 11:30 a.m.
1113 S. Charles St., Baltimore, MD 21230
Map it!
*Alumni chapter watch party
Bethesda, MD
Tommy Joes Bar and Grill, 11:00 a.m.
7940 Norfolk Ave., Bethesda, MD 20814
Map it!
MASSACHUSETTS
Boston, MA
Boston Beer Works, 11:30 a.m.
112 Canal St., Boston, MA 02114
Map it!
*Alumni chapter watch party.
NEW JERSEY
Brielle, NJ
Brielle Ale House, 12:00 p.m.
601 Union Ave., Brielle, NJ 08730
Map it!
*Alumni chapter watch party.
NEW YORK
New York, NY
Public House NYC, 12:00 p.m.
140 E. 41st St., New York, NY 10017
Map it!
*Alumni chapter watch party.
NORTH CAROLINA
Charlotte, NC
Carmella's Pizza on Montford, 12:00 p.m.
1513 Montford Dr., Charlotte, NC 28209
Map it!
*Alumni chapter watch party.
Charlottes, NC
Recess Charlotte, 12:00 p.m.
832 Seigle Ave., Charlotte, North Carolina 28204
Map It!
Greensboro, NC
Grey's Tavern, 12:00 p.m.
343 S. Elm St., Greensboro, NC 27401
Map it!
*Alumni chapter watch party.
Kill Devil Hills, NC
Chili Peppers Coastal Grill, 12:00 p.m.
3001 N. Croatan Hwy., Kill Devil Hills, NC 27948
Map it!
OHIO
Mason, OH
Thirsty's Oasis, 12:00 p.m.
5579 OH-741, Mason, OH 45040
Map it!
*Alumni chapter watch party.
PENNSYLVANIA
Minersville, PA
Yocko's, 12:00 p.m.
18 N. Delaware Ave., Minersville, PA 17954
Map it!
Pittsburgh, PA
Bar Louie, 12:00 p.m.
330 North Shore Dr., Building 1B, Pittsburgh, PA 15212
Map it!
*Alumni chapter watch party.
SOUTH CAROLINA
Columbia, SC
Hickory Tavern, 11:00 a.m.
907 Senate St., Columbia, SC 29201
Map it!
*Alumni chapter watch party.
TENNESSEE
Nashville, TN
Crow's Nest, 11 a.m., local time
2221 Brandywood Dr., Nashville, TN 37215
Map it!
*Alumni chapter watch party.
TEXAS
Austin, TX
The Park on South Lamar, 11 a.m., local time
4024 S. Lamar Blvd., Austin, TX 78704
Map it!
*Alumni chapter watch party.
Frisco, TX - location #1
Green Gator, 8 a.m., local time
5566 Main St., Frisco, TX 75033
Map it!
*Alumni chapter watch party.
Frisco, TX - location #2
Concrete Cowboy, 10:00 a.m., local time
3685 The Star Blvd. Ste. 210, Frisco, TX 75034
Map it!
*Alumni chapter watch party.
Frisco, TX - location #3
City Works, 10:30 a.m., local time
3680 The Star Blvd. #1300, Frisco, TX 75034
Map it!
*Alumni chapter watch party.
VIRGINIA
Alexandria, VA
Port City Brewing Company, 11:30 a.m.
3950 Wheeler Ave., Alexandria, VA 22304
Map it!
Arlington, VA
A-Town Bar & Grill, 12:00 p.m.
4100 N. Fairfax Dr., Arlington, VA 22203
Map it!
Arlington, VA
Basic Burger, 11:30 a.m.
2024 Wilson Blvd., Arlington, VA 22201
Map it!
VENUE REQUIRES TICKET PURCHASE
Arlington, VA
The G.O.A.T., 12:00 p.m.
3028 Wilson Blvd., Arlington, VA 22201
Map it!
Ashburn, VA
Blackfinn Ameripub - Ashburn, 12:00 p.m.
43781 Central Station Dr., Ashburn, VA 20147
Map it!
*Alumni chapter watch party.
Ashburn, VA
Buffalo Wing Factory, 12:00 p.m.
43761 Parkhurst Plaza #100, Ashburn, VA 20147
Map it!
Chantilly, VA
Buffalo Wing Factory, 12:00 p.m.
13067 Lee Jackson Hwy., Chantilly, VA 22033
Map it!
Chantilly, VA
South Riding Inn, 12:00 p.m.
43090 Peacock Market Plaza, Ste. 110, Chantilly, VA 20152
Map it!
Charlottesville, VA
Random Row Brewing Co., 12:00 p.m.
608 Preston Ave., Charlottesville, VA 22903
Map it!
*Alumni chapter watch party.
Chesapeake, VA
Bad Habits Wing & Oyster Bar, 11:00 a.m.
1464 Mt. Pleasant Rd., Chesapeake, VA 23322
Map it!
Fairfax, VA
Carpool Bar, 12:00 p.m.
12821 Fair Lakes Pkwy., Fairfax, VA 22033
Map it!
Falls Church, VA
Dogwood Tavern, 12:00 p.m.
132 W. Broad St., Falls Church, VA 22046
Map it!
Glen Allen, VA
Carolina Ale House, 11:00 a.m.
11275 W. Broad St., Glen Allen, VA 23060
Map it!
*Alumni chapter watch party.
Hampton, VA
Buffalo Wild Wings, 12:00 p.m.
4201 Kilgore Ave., Hampton, VA 23666
Map it!
*Alumni chapter watch party.
Harrisonburg, VA
Brothers Craft Brewing, 12:00 p.m.
800 N. Main St., Harrisonburg, VA 22802
Map it!
Harrisonburg, VA
O'Neill's Grill, 10:30 a.m.
221 University Blvd., Harrisonburg, VA 22801
Map It!
Harrisonburg, VA
Pale Fire Brewing Co., 12:00 p.m.
217 S. Liberty St. #105, Harrisonburg, VA 22801
Map it!
Harrisonburg, VA
Pano's Lounge, 12:00 p.m.
3190 South Main Street, Harrisonburg, VA 22801
Map It!
Harrisonburg, VA
Sipe's Restaurant & Bar, 12:00 p.m.
1625 E. Market St., Harrisonburg, VA 22801
Map it!
Venue requires reservations.
Harrisonburg, VA
Spotswood Country Club, 12:00 p.m.
1980 Country Club Rd., Harrisonburg, VA 22802
Map it!
Venue requires reservations - available to members only.
Lake Ridge, VA
Water's End Brewery, 12:00 p.m.
12425 Dillingham Sq., Lake Ridge, VA 22192
Map it!
Manassas, VA
Velocity Wings, 12:00 p.m.
10090 Dumfries Rd., Manassas, VA 20110
Map it!
Manassas, VA
Zandra's, 12:00 p.m.
9114 Center St., Manassas, VA 20110
Map it!
Massanutten, VA
Encounters Lounge at Massanutten Resort, 12:00 p.m.
4614 Massanutten Dr., Massanutten, VA 22840
Map it!
Midlothian, VA
Buffalo Wild Wings, 11:00 a.m.
12056 Southshore Pointe Dr., Midlothian, VA 23112
Map it!
*Alumni chapter watch party.
Reston, VA
Buffalo Wing Factory, 12:00 p.m.
2260-D Hunters Woods Center, Reston, VA 20191
Map it!
Richmond, VA
Big Al's Sports Bar & Grill, 11:00 a.m.
3641 Cox Rd. F, Richmond, VA 23233
Map it!
*Alumni chapter watch party.
Richmond, VA
Gus' Bar and Grill, 11:00 a.m.
2701 W. Broad St., Richmond, VA 23220
Map it!
*Alumni chapter watch party.
Richmond, VA
Home Team Grill, 11:00 a.m.
2701 W. Broad St., Richmond, VA 23220
Map it!
*Alumni chapter watch party.
Richmond, VA
Kickback Jack's - W. Broad St., 11:00 a.m.
1630 W. Main St., Richmond, VA 23220
Map it!
*Alumni chapter watch party.
Richmond, VA
Kickback Jack's - Midlothian Turnpike, 11:00 a.m.
10330 Midlothian Turnpike, Richmond, VA 23235
Map it!
*Alumni chapter watch party.
Salem, VA
Olde Salem Brewing Company, 12:00 p.m.
21 E. Main Street, Salem, VA
Map It!
Sterling, VA
Buffalo Wing Factory, 12:00 p.m.
22034 Shaw Rd., Sterling, VA 20164
Map it!
Virginia Beach, VA
CP Shuckers - Shore Dr., 12:00 p.m.
3232 Shore Dr., Virginia Beach, VA 23451
Map it!
*Alumni chapter watch party.
Waynesboro, VA
Seven Arrows Brewing Company, 12:00 p.m.
2508 Jefferson Hwy. Ste. 1, Waynesboro, VA 22980
Map it!
Williamsburg, VA
Paul's Deli & Neighborhood Restaurant, 12:00 p.m.
4345 New Moon Ave. #100, Williamsburg, VA 23188
Map it!
*Alumni chapter watch party.
For the most up-to-date watch party list, check out the JMU Alumni Association website. Those wishing to attend one of the local watch parties may register online.
JMU's run through the 2017 FCS playoffs is presented by Excel Heating and Cooling.
ARIZONA
Phoenix, Arizona
Half Moon Saloon, 10:00 a.m., local time
2121 E. Highland Ave., Phoenix, AZ 85016
Map it!
CALIFORNIA
San Diego, CA
Twisted Taps, 9 a.m., local time
2302 El Cajon Blvd.
San Diego, CA 92104
Map it!
*Alumni chapter watch party.
San Francisco, CA
The Brick Yard, 9:00 a.m., local time
1787 Union St., San Francisco, CA 94123
Map it!
*Alumni chapter watch party.
COLORADO
Denver, CO
Platt Park Brewing Company, 10:00 a.m., local time
1875 S. Pearl St., Denver, CO 80210
Map it!
*Alumni chapter watch party.
DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA
Washington, DC
Chinese Disco, 11:00 a.m.
3251 Prospect St. NW, Washington, DC 20007
Map it!
ILLINOIS
Chicago, IL
Gaslight Bar, 10:45 a.m., local time
2450 N. Clark St., Chicago, IL 60614
Map it!
*Alumni chapter watch party.
MARYLAND
Baltimore, MD
Mother's Federal Hill Grille, 11:30 a.m.
1113 S. Charles St., Baltimore, MD 21230
Map it!
*Alumni chapter watch party
Bethesda, MD
Tommy Joes Bar and Grill, 11:00 a.m.
7940 Norfolk Ave., Bethesda, MD 20814
Map it!
MASSACHUSETTS
Boston, MA
Boston Beer Works, 11:30 a.m.
112 Canal St., Boston, MA 02114
Map it!
*Alumni chapter watch party.
NEW JERSEY
Brielle, NJ
Brielle Ale House, 12:00 p.m.
601 Union Ave., Brielle, NJ 08730
Map it!
*Alumni chapter watch party.
NEW YORK
New York, NY
Public House NYC, 12:00 p.m.
140 E. 41st St., New York, NY 10017
Map it!
*Alumni chapter watch party.
NORTH CAROLINA
Charlotte, NC
Carmella's Pizza on Montford, 12:00 p.m.
1513 Montford Dr., Charlotte, NC 28209
Map it!
*Alumni chapter watch party.
Charlottes, NC
Recess Charlotte, 12:00 p.m.
832 Seigle Ave., Charlotte, North Carolina 28204
Map It!
Greensboro, NC
Grey's Tavern, 12:00 p.m.
343 S. Elm St., Greensboro, NC 27401
Map it!
*Alumni chapter watch party.
Kill Devil Hills, NC
Chili Peppers Coastal Grill, 12:00 p.m.
3001 N. Croatan Hwy., Kill Devil Hills, NC 27948
Map it!
OHIO
Mason, OH
Thirsty's Oasis, 12:00 p.m.
5579 OH-741, Mason, OH 45040
Map it!
*Alumni chapter watch party.
PENNSYLVANIA
Minersville, PA
Yocko's, 12:00 p.m.
18 N. Delaware Ave., Minersville, PA 17954
Map it!
Pittsburgh, PA
Bar Louie, 12:00 p.m.
330 North Shore Dr., Building 1B, Pittsburgh, PA 15212
Map it!
*Alumni chapter watch party.
SOUTH CAROLINA
Columbia, SC
Hickory Tavern, 11:00 a.m.
907 Senate St., Columbia, SC 29201
Map it!
*Alumni chapter watch party.
TENNESSEE
Nashville, TN
Crow's Nest, 11 a.m., local time
2221 Brandywood Dr., Nashville, TN 37215
Map it!
*Alumni chapter watch party.
TEXAS
Austin, TX
The Park on South Lamar, 11 a.m., local time
4024 S. Lamar Blvd., Austin, TX 78704
Map it!
*Alumni chapter watch party.
Frisco, TX - location #1
Green Gator, 8 a.m., local time
5566 Main St., Frisco, TX 75033
Map it!
*Alumni chapter watch party.
Frisco, TX - location #2
Concrete Cowboy, 10:00 a.m., local time
3685 The Star Blvd. Ste. 210, Frisco, TX 75034
Map it!
*Alumni chapter watch party.
Frisco, TX - location #3
City Works, 10:30 a.m., local time
3680 The Star Blvd. #1300, Frisco, TX 75034
Map it!
*Alumni chapter watch party.
VIRGINIA
Alexandria, VA
Port City Brewing Company, 11:30 a.m.
3950 Wheeler Ave., Alexandria, VA 22304
Map it!
Arlington, VA
A-Town Bar & Grill, 12:00 p.m.
4100 N. Fairfax Dr., Arlington, VA 22203
Map it!
Arlington, VA
Basic Burger, 11:30 a.m.
2024 Wilson Blvd., Arlington, VA 22201
Map it!
VENUE REQUIRES TICKET PURCHASE
Arlington, VA
The G.O.A.T., 12:00 p.m.
3028 Wilson Blvd., Arlington, VA 22201
Map it!
Ashburn, VA
Blackfinn Ameripub - Ashburn, 12:00 p.m.
43781 Central Station Dr., Ashburn, VA 20147
Map it!
*Alumni chapter watch party.
Ashburn, VA
Buffalo Wing Factory, 12:00 p.m.
43761 Parkhurst Plaza #100, Ashburn, VA 20147
Map it!
Chantilly, VA
Buffalo Wing Factory, 12:00 p.m.
13067 Lee Jackson Hwy., Chantilly, VA 22033
Map it!
Chantilly, VA
South Riding Inn, 12:00 p.m.
43090 Peacock Market Plaza, Ste. 110, Chantilly, VA 20152
Map it!
Charlottesville, VA
Random Row Brewing Co., 12:00 p.m.
608 Preston Ave., Charlottesville, VA 22903
Map it!
*Alumni chapter watch party.
Chesapeake, VA
Bad Habits Wing & Oyster Bar, 11:00 a.m.
1464 Mt. Pleasant Rd., Chesapeake, VA 23322
Map it!
Fairfax, VA
Carpool Bar, 12:00 p.m.
12821 Fair Lakes Pkwy., Fairfax, VA 22033
Map it!
Falls Church, VA
Dogwood Tavern, 12:00 p.m.
132 W. Broad St., Falls Church, VA 22046
Map it!
Glen Allen, VA
Carolina Ale House, 11:00 a.m.
11275 W. Broad St., Glen Allen, VA 23060
Map it!
*Alumni chapter watch party.
Hampton, VA
Buffalo Wild Wings, 12:00 p.m.
4201 Kilgore Ave., Hampton, VA 23666
Map it!
*Alumni chapter watch party.
Harrisonburg, VA
Brothers Craft Brewing, 12:00 p.m.
800 N. Main St., Harrisonburg, VA 22802
Map it!
Harrisonburg, VA
O'Neill's Grill, 10:30 a.m.
221 University Blvd., Harrisonburg, VA 22801
Map It!
Harrisonburg, VA
Pale Fire Brewing Co., 12:00 p.m.
217 S. Liberty St. #105, Harrisonburg, VA 22801
Map it!
Harrisonburg, VA
Pano's Lounge, 12:00 p.m.
3190 South Main Street, Harrisonburg, VA 22801
Map It!
Harrisonburg, VA
Sipe's Restaurant & Bar, 12:00 p.m.
1625 E. Market St., Harrisonburg, VA 22801
Map it!
Venue requires reservations.
Harrisonburg, VA
Spotswood Country Club, 12:00 p.m.
1980 Country Club Rd., Harrisonburg, VA 22802
Map it!
Venue requires reservations - available to members only.
Lake Ridge, VA
Water's End Brewery, 12:00 p.m.
12425 Dillingham Sq., Lake Ridge, VA 22192
Map it!
Manassas, VA
Velocity Wings, 12:00 p.m.
10090 Dumfries Rd., Manassas, VA 20110
Map it!
Manassas, VA
Zandra's, 12:00 p.m.
9114 Center St., Manassas, VA 20110
Map it!
Massanutten, VA
Encounters Lounge at Massanutten Resort, 12:00 p.m.
4614 Massanutten Dr., Massanutten, VA 22840
Map it!
Midlothian, VA
Buffalo Wild Wings, 11:00 a.m.
12056 Southshore Pointe Dr., Midlothian, VA 23112
Map it!
*Alumni chapter watch party.
Reston, VA
Buffalo Wing Factory, 12:00 p.m.
2260-D Hunters Woods Center, Reston, VA 20191
Map it!
Richmond, VA
Big Al's Sports Bar & Grill, 11:00 a.m.
3641 Cox Rd. F, Richmond, VA 23233
Map it!
*Alumni chapter watch party.
Richmond, VA
Gus' Bar and Grill, 11:00 a.m.
2701 W. Broad St., Richmond, VA 23220
Map it!
*Alumni chapter watch party.
Richmond, VA
Home Team Grill, 11:00 a.m.
2701 W. Broad St., Richmond, VA 23220
Map it!
*Alumni chapter watch party.
Richmond, VA
Kickback Jack's - W. Broad St., 11:00 a.m.
1630 W. Main St., Richmond, VA 23220
Map it!
*Alumni chapter watch party.
Richmond, VA
Kickback Jack's - Midlothian Turnpike, 11:00 a.m.
10330 Midlothian Turnpike, Richmond, VA 23235
Map it!
*Alumni chapter watch party.
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Salem, VA
Olde Salem Brewing Company, 12:00 p.m.
21 E. Main Street, Salem, VA
Map It!
Sterling, VA
Buffalo Wing Factory, 12:00 p.m.
22034 Shaw Rd., Sterling, VA 20164
Map it!
Virginia Beach, VA
CP Shuckers - Shore Dr., 12:00 p.m.
3232 Shore Dr., Virginia Beach, VA 23451
Map it!
*Alumni chapter watch party.
Waynesboro, VA
Seven Arrows Brewing Company, 12:00 p.m.
2508 Jefferson Hwy. Ste. 1, Waynesboro, VA 22980
Map it!
Williamsburg, VA
Paul's Deli & Neighborhood Restaurant, 12:00 p.m.
4345 New Moon Ave. #100, Williamsburg, VA 23188
Map it!
*Alumni chapter watch party.
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