Nationwide Redbird Watch Parties Celebrate FCS Championship

The Illinois State Redbirds are set to compete for the FCS National Championship after a decisive win over Villanova in the semifinals. This marks a historic moment, as it is the second time the Redbirds have reached this milestone in their program’s history. They will face the Montana State Bobcats on Monday, January 5, at 6:30 p.m. (CT). The championship game will take place at FirstBank Stadium in Nashville, Tennessee.

Nationwide Redbird Watch Parties Celebrate FCS Championship

In anticipation of the championship, local communities are organizing watch parties across the country. Redbird fans are encouraged to participate in these gatherings, fostering a spirit of camaraderie and support for their team. For those interested in hosting or attending a watch party, detailed information can be found on the official Redbird Championship Headquarters at El-Balad.

Participate in the Excitement

Fans can reach out to organize or find a watch party. Chicagoland residents can contact [email protected], while fans outside the region can email [email protected]. Use the subject line “FCS Championship Watch Party Details” for inquiries.

Watch Party Locations

Below is a list of confirmed watch party locations across various states:

• Bloomington/Normal, Illinois
  • Barrel House: 9 Brickyard Drive, Bloomington
  • Buffalo Wild Wings-Normal: 603 S Main St, Normal
  • Buffalo Wild Wings-Bloomington: 3220 E Empire St, Bloomington
  • Elroy’s: 102 West Washington Street, Bloomington
  • Rob Dob’s: 801 N Hershey Rd, Bloomington
• Chicago, Illinois
  • The Standard Bar & Grill: 1332 N Milwaukee Ave., Chicago
• Elmhurst, Illinois
  • 93Octane: 171 North Addison Avenue, Elmhurst, IL
• Peoria, Illinois
  • Kelleher’s Irish Pub and Eatery: 619 Southwest Water Street, Peoria
• Tinley Park, Illinois
  • The Vogt House: 17400 Oak Park Avenue, Tinley Park
• St. Charles, Illinois
  • Whiskey Bend: 222 W Main St., St. Charles
• Atlanta, Georgia
  • Roasti’s Pizza and Sports Pub: 415 Peachtree Pkwy, Suite 200, Cumming
• Dallas/Ft. Worth, Texas
  • Kings Cave Sports Bar and Grill: 2661 Midway Rd Apt 109, Carrollton
• Denver, Colorado
  • The Sportsbook Bar & Grill DTC: 9660 East Arapahoe Road, Greenwood Village

As the excitement builds for the championship game, supporters of the Illinois State Redbirds are urged to join together, whether at a watch party or from home. Visit El-Balad for the latest updates on locations and events surrounding this significant occasion.