There are so many questions going into the final season of Game of Thrones. How will Jon Snow react to finding out he’s a Targaryen? What are the White Walkers going to do next? Since this is GoT…is everyone going to die at the end? And, of course, where are you going to watch the start of the eighth season of the show?
Sure, you could watch it at home by yourself, but it’s way more fun to get your GoT on next to other people who are just as obsessed as you are. With that in mind, we rounded up the best viewing parties for both the April 14 premiere and rest of the season. Here’s what’s happening near you.
Liquor Lab; New York, NY
Learn how to make three custom cocktails—The Rains of Castamere, North of the Wall, and the Search for the Grey Lady—and drink ‘em up while tucking into pizza, veggies, dips, hummus, and assorted sides. Tickets are $50.
Where: 138 Wooster St Floor 2, New York, NY 10012
When: April 14 at 7:30 p.m.
Long Cove Resort; Charlotte, NC
Charlotte’s Long Cove Resort is hosting a GoT viewing party, dubbed The Ice & Fire Festival, every Sunday starting April 14 through May 19. Food trucks will be there to serve grub and drinks, and costumes are encouraged. There will also be fire dancers, backyard games, bonfires, and tarot readings for times when you’re not glued to the action onscreen. Tickets start at $24.95.
Where: 14625 Rainbarrel Rd, Charlotte, NC 28278
When: April 14 through May 19 at 5 p.m.
Millennial Brewing Co.; Fort Myers, Florida
This local brewery is offering up themed food and beers to celebrate the show’s big return. And, if you dig it, you can keep coming back every Sunday as long as the show is on. There’s no cover charge.
Where: 1811 Royal Palm Ave, Fort Myers, FL 33901
When: April 14 at 7 p.m.
Barnett’s Public House; Waco, Texas
This whiskey bar is serving Game of Thrones-themed beer and wine and specialty cocktails, along with the regular menu. Oh, and all whisky is 25 percent off while the action is happening. Costumes are encouraged.
Where: 420 Franklin Ave, Waco, TX 76701
When: April 14 at 6:30 p.m.
The Vogue; Indianapolis, IN
The Vogue is offering up medieval drink specials to GoT fans all night during the show, which will be broadcast on their LED video wall. There will also be prizes for the best costumes and giveaways all night. The 21-and-up event is free.
Where: 6259 N College Ave, Indianapolis, IN 46220
When: April 14 at 7 p.m.
Bat & Barrel; Minneapolis, MN
Apparently the Minnesota Twins are big GoT fans, because they’re hosting a viewing party at Target Field’s Bat & Barrel restaurant. The restaurant will be serving handcrafted cocktails along with their usual menu, and costumes are recommended. Admission is free, but fans have to reserve their spot in advance.
Where: 1 Twins Way, Minneapolis, MN 55403
When: April 14 at 8 p.m.
Nectar Lounge; Seattle, WA
Seattle’s Nectar Lounge is doing it up big. They’re showing the season seven finale at 7:30p.m. for a refresher, before rolling into the season eight premiere. They’re also selling half-price pizza and offering up tables with bottle service for guests. The event is free, but bottle service starts at $30 a table.
Where: 412 N 36th St, Seattle, WA 98103
When: April 14 at 7 p.m.
Hofbrauhaus; Las Vegas, NV
Leave it to Las Vegas to go all out for GoT. This beer hall is serving beer (obviously), GoT-themed cocktails, and food inspired by the show. They’re also playing music from the Targaryen Sisters and DJ J-Snow, and hosting a trivia battle before the show. Tickets are $39.
Where: 4510 Paradise Rd, Las Vegas, NV 89169
When: April 14 at 4 p.m.
20 Monroe Live; Grand Rapids, MI
You have two options for seating here: You can reserve a seat or BYOChair—and even beanbags are welcome. All guests will be entered to win a raffle and, while you’re there, you can take in a live-action roleplaying battle of the living versus the dead. Themed drinks and wine will be on sale, and costumes are encouraged. The event is free.
Where: 11 Ottawa Ave NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49503
When: April 14 at 7:30 p.m.
Frontier; Chicago, IL
Frontier’s beer garden has been playing seasons six and seven for most of the winter, and now they’re gearing up for the season eight finale. The big night will feature drink specials, wild game burgers, and larger parties can order a feast of wolf biscuits, “baby dragons” (cornish hens), and wild boar, among other yummy grub.
Where: 1072 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL 60642
When: April 14 at 5 p.m.
The Jefferson; Washington, DC
The Jefferson is giving people the option to watch GoT in style. Fans can come together to book one of three private rooms, where they’ll enjoy a seven-flight themed scotch tasting during the premiere. Appetizers will also be served. The cost is $100 per person.
Where: 1200 16th St NW, Washington, DC 20036
When: April 14 at 5:30 p.m.
