NCAA Tournament Hub 2025

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Congratulations to our University of Arizona Men’s Basketball Team on making it to the Sweet 16!

Arizona Alumni and Fans, join us to support the Arizona men’s basketball team in the NCAA Tournament. Let’s rep the “A” as we celebrate and support our Wildcats. Will you join us?

Upcoming Events

Tuesday

7 – 9 p.m., March 25, 2025

Meet Up with the Metro Cats in NYC

Join Alumni and Fans at Lucky Jack’s NYC to celebrate the Sweet 16 with the MetroCats, the Alumni Chapter in New York City!

Thursday

6:45 p.m. – 3 a.m., March 27 – 28, 2025

Arizona Men’s Basketball Sweet 16 Pre and Post Game Meet Up

Join Alumni and Fans before AND after the game at Redd’s Biergarten, close to the Prudential Center.

7:45 p.m., March 27, 2025

Arizona Men’s Basketball Team Sweet 16 Send Off

Help send the team off in style with Wildcat spirit and encouragement!

9:39 p.m., March 27, 2025

Sweet 16 Men’s Basketball Game

The #4 Seeded Wildcats will play #1 Duke in the Sweet 16 so let’s cheer on the team to victory!

Friday

Be a Tourist!

Check out the list of things to do below or explore the New York and New Jersey area on your own.

Saturday

Events are tentative, contingent upon advancing to the Elite Eight game.

3 – 6 p.m., March 29, 2025

Arizona Men’s Basketball Elite Eight Pre-Game Meet Up

Join Alumni and Fans before the game at Redd’s Biergarten, close to the Prudential Center.

All Day, March 29, 2025

Arizona Men’s Basketball Team Elite Eight Send Off

Help send the team off in style with Wildcat spirit and encouragement!

All Day, March 29, 2025

Elite Eight Men’s Basketball Game

Game time will be announced after the conclusion of Thursday’s games. Bear Down!

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Newark Bites

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Things to Do

Explore must-see attractions, hidden gems, and activities for every traveler.

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Where to Stay

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Gear Up for the Game

Game Watch Parties

Fans will be gathering all over the country to watch the game in the company of their fellow Wildcats. Party locations will be updated as they are confirmed.

6 p.m., March 27, 2025

Sunnyvale, CA | BayCats South Bay Sweet 16 Watch Party

Come cheer on our 'Cats in the Sweet 16 with your fellow BayCats!

6 p.m., March 27, 2025

Carlsbad, CA | San Diego BeachCats Sweet 16 Game Watch Party at Notorious Burgers

Come join other Arizona alumni and cheer on the Cats! Enjoy food & drink specials and good times with friends.

6 p.m., March 27, 2025

Oakland, CA | BayCats Sweet 16 Game Watch Party

'Cats survive and advance to the Sweet 16! Join your fellow BayCats at The Athletic Club Oakland on Thursday.

6 p.m., March 27, 2025

San Diego, CA | BeachCats Arizona vs. Duke Sweet 16 Game Watch Party

Join us at Tavern at the Beach to watch the gritty Wildcats face off with Duke and move on up to the Elite Eight!

6:15 – 10 p.m., March 27, 2025

Phoenix, AZ | PhoenixCats Sweet 16 Game Watch Party

Come join your fellow Wildcats as we Cheer on Arizona to battle Duke in the Sweet 16 round in the March Madness!

6:30 p.m., March 27, 2025

Tucson, AZ | Join Us for the Men’s Basketball Sweet 16 Watch Party!

Join us at The Monica, the official watch party location, as our Arizona Men’s Basketball team continues its NCAA tournament journey this Thursday at 6:30 p.m. against Duke.

6:30 p.m., March 27, 2025

Portland, OR | RoseCityCats Sweet 16 Game Watch Party

Join us for the Arizona vs. Duke Sweet Sixteen matchup from our regular location, Spirit of 77!

6:30 p.m., March 27, 2025

Yuma, AZ | YumaCats Sweet 16 Game Watch Party

Join us for the Arizona - Duke Sweet Sixteen matchup at Burgers & Beer!

6:30 – 9:30 p.m., March 27, 2025

Tempe, AZ | UA Black Alumni-Phoenix Sweet 16 Game Watch Party

Join us for an exclusive Black Alumni & Friends NCAA Sweet 16 Watch Party as Arizona takes on Duke!

6:30 p.m., March 27, 2025

Marina Del Rey, CA | SoCalCats Arizona vs. Duke Sweet 16 Game Watch Party

Join us at Coco Beach Bar & Grill to watch the Wildcats take on Duke!

6:40 p.m., March 27, 2025

Marana, AZ | Sweet 16 Game Watch Party

Come cheer on the Wildcats as they take on Duke in the Sweet 16 with NW Tucson and Marana Alumni!

7:39 p.m., March 27, 2025

Denver, CO | ColoradoCats Sweet 16 Watch Party

Join your fellow cats at Chopper’s in Cherry Creek to root for our team (and to outshine the Duke crowd).

8:30 p.m., March 27, 2025

Dallas, TX | MetroplexCats Arizona vs. Duke Sweet 16 Dallas Game Watch Party

Wildcats, we’re headed to the Sweet 16! Grab your Wildcat crew, wear your red & blue, and get ready to Bear Down!

8:30 p.m., March 27, 2025

Plano, TX | MetroplexCats Arizona vs. Duke Sweet 16 Plano Game Watch Party

Wildcats, we’re headed to the Sweet 16! Grab your Wildcat crew, wear your red & blue, and get ready to Bear Down!

8:30 – 11 p.m., March 27, 2025

Chicago, IL | WindyCityCats Sweet 16 Game Watch Party

Come join Wildcat fans from all over Chicagoland at The Reveler to cheer on the men's basketball as they take on Duke!

8:39 – 10:24 p.m., March 27, 2025

Overland Park, KS | KCCats Sweet 16 Viewing Party

Join your fellow Kansas City Arizona Alumni (KCCats) to cheer on our Wildcats as they face Duke in the Sweet 16 of the NCAA Tournament!

8:39 – 11 p.m., March 27 – 28, 2025

Houston, TX | BayouCats Sweet 16 Watch Party

Alumni gathering to watch the Cats beat Duke at Little Woodrow’s in the Houston Heights!

9:30 p.m., March 27, 2025

Boston, MA | BeantownCats Arizona vs. Duke Sweet 16 Showdown Game Watch Party

Come cheer on the Wildcats as they take on Duke in the Sweet 16!

9:30 – 11:59 p.m., March 27, 2025

Decatur, GA | AtlCats Sweet 16 Arizona vs. Duke Game Watch Party

Join the AtlCats at Bench Warmers Sports Grill in downtown Decatur Georgia on March 27th for the MBB NCAA Tournament Sweet 16 Game Watch Party!

9:40 p.m., March 27, 2025

New York, NY | MetroCats Arizona vs. Duke Sweet 16 Game Watch Party

Come join fellow Arizona Alumni as the Arizona Wildcats take on Duke in the Sweet 16!

Chateau of Spain

Price: $$ | Distance: .2 mile from stadium

American Whiskey

Price: $$ | Distance: 100 ft from stadium

Redd's Biergarten

Price: $$ | Distance: 200 ft from stadium

Hobby's Deli

Price: $ | Distance: .5 mile from stadium

Ellie's Bistro

Price: $$ | Distance: .2 mile from stadium

Spanish Tavern

Price: $$$ | Distance: .5 mile from stadium

Bello's Pub and Grill

Price: $$ | Distance: .5 mile from stadium

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