Whether you’re one of the estimated 79,000 fans who’ll watch the Super Bowl in person, or plan to catch it on TV, you’ll need a game plan.
Any Valley sports bar worth its salt will have the game on. Here are some less-obvious viewing solutions.
The Yard: With generous indoor-outdoor spacing and plenty of lawn games and activities – not to mention upscale pub-grub from anchor eatery Culinary Dropout – this North-Central entertainment compound is our favorite family-friendly locale for the Super Bowl. culinarydropout.com
Diego Pops/Montauk crawl: If you want to see the game in scene-y, high-energy Old Town, these sister Scottsdale restaurants make for an intriguing one-two punch. Eight years ago, they hosted a viewing party for Super Bowl XLIX. Check websites for details. diegopops.com, themontaukaz.com
Talking Stick Resort: The do-everything Scottsdale-adjacent hospitality playground – gaming! concerts! sports massages on the 14th floor! – also hosts annual “big game” parties in its Salt River Grand Ballroom, with raffles, prizes and other gewgaws. Expect an even bigger party this year. talkingstickresort.com
When the final second ticks away, the real fun starts for some fans. Find a complete, ongoing round-up of pre- and post-game parties at phoenixmag.com/superbowlparties.
Pre-Game Fun: The Players Tailgate Event company Bullseye has staged tailgate parties at the last seven Super Bowls, and will do so again in Glendale. Guests will nosh on all-you-can-eat game-day grub from celebrity chef Guy Fieri and rub shoulders with ex-NFL greats in the Tanger Outlets parking lot adjacent to State Farm Stadium. $875. bullseyeeventgroup.com
Halftime Diva Following last year’s well-received, Dr. Dre-fronted hip-hop nostalgia medley, superstar pop siren Rihanna will perform the halftime show at Super Bowl LVII.
Top 3 Watch-Party Spots
After-Game Extra
