13 Best Bars In Philadelphia To Watch The Super Bowl

We're going to be upfront: Go Birds. Whenever there's a game as big as this Sunday's in Philadelphia, if you're at all familiar with the fanbase here, you know it is anything but boring. Yes, you can have a watch event at home with your friends and family full of Super Bowl party appetizers, beating on pots and pans every time a touchdown happens (as you should), but if you're in Philadelphia or the surrounding areas, there is just something about being in the city to watch the game. The energy is electric, everyone is excited, and (knock on wood) when the Eagles win, the streets will be flooded with people pouring out of the bars to celebrate the huge win.

If you're not sure what bars or places to go to watch the game in Philly, we've got your back. In some of these places, you have to get tickets ahead of time, and others are operating on a first-come-first-serve basis (and others are a mix of the two). We will note, though, that three very popular bars have already run out of space: McGillian's Olde Ale House, Cavanaugh's Rittenhouse, and The Post are all sold-out venues. So it just goes to show that if you're eyeing up one of the places on this list where you can get tickets, get them as soon as possible. 

Xfinity Live!

If you know anything about Philly sports or Philly culture, you know that Xfinity Live! will have a line wrapped around the block and then some for the big game. A gigantic space with multiple bars, dance floors, and other amenities (not all of which apply to the Super Bowl but are fun to know about), Xfinity Live! has been shaking up the Philly sports bar scene since it showed up in town in 2012.

And if you're a super fan, you'll know that the ticket sale for this spot happened a few days ago, and, of course, it sold out. But not to fear — there are resale tickets. You can get these resales on the Xfinity Live! website and they are marked up. But how amazing would it be to be at the biggest sports bar in the city for the big game? There are different levels of tickets you can purchase, such as the luxury Bud Light VIP Viewing Deck package, which includes private outdoor restrooms and a private outdoor bar; the Outside Plaza Only General Admission, which has a DJ to hype up your pregame, fire pits, food trucks, and more; or a discounted Outside Plaza Only General Admission package. Keep checking the website, though, as we're sure more fans will be reselling different packages and ticket options. Also, remember that the outside viewing experience will be extremely cold, and it's a rain-or-shine, no-refunds deal, so do with that what you will.

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By: Julia Collins