Sports Action across California
Eureka Municipal Auditorium- Travel back to the 1980s with a Friday night spent roller skating at the Eureka Municipal Auditorium. The historic auditorium dates back to the 1930s and is one of the largest venues in Humboldt County. The facility hosts family and adult-only skate nights.
Oracle Park- Make it a home-run vacation when you take yourself and your travel companions out to the ballgame to see the San Francisco Giants at the iconic Oracle Park. It is sure to be a grand slam day with the home team on the field, some local Gilroy garlic fries in your hand and stunning views of San Francisco Bay in the distance.
Mainzer Theater- A trip to the historic Mainzer Theater is a must if you find yourself in Merced during football season. The 1920s Art Deco building was once a live performance house and movie theatre and is now the best place in town to watch the game on Sunday. Its restaurant bar boasts the largest screens in the city. Grab a card that lets you sample craft brews from its large self-serve tap wall and hang out with the locals cheering on your favourite teams.
IFL Season- The IFL is the largest, most popular indoor football league in the country, and the Bay Area Panthers are one of its best teams. Visitors can watch the 2023 Champs practice at the Morgan Hill Outdoor Sports Center from March to August. During the season, the team’s home games are played at the nearby San Jose SAP Center.
Monterey’s Sporting Culture – Sports fans can take in three sports in one destination in Monterey. Soccer lovers can give the Monterey Bay Football Club an assist from the stands during a United Soccer League (USL) match at Cardinale Stadium on the California State University, Monterey Bay campus. Adrenaline junkies, get ready for high-octane fun watching your favourite IndyCar and IMSA drivers navigate the infamous Corkscrew turn at WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca. It is a foregone conclusion that golfers will remember playing a round or watching the pros tee off at Pebble Beach as their top memory of a trip to Monterey. Additionally, Monterey Car Week, one of the most anticipated automobile events in August, also offers lots of exciting activities.
Topgolf Swing Suite- Book the Topgolf Swing Suite at the newly renovated Westin LAX in Los Angeles, where you can enjoy a day filled with golf, baseball, soccer, and football simulator games. Add in some game-day apps and drinks and you have the perfect spot for bachelor parties or birthday celebrations.
Honda Center- Get ready for the puck drop at Anaheim’s Honda Center, home of the NHL’s Anaheim Ducks and a central feature of the 100-acre downtown district, known as OCVIBE. Currently under development, OCVIBE is set to become the area’s entertainment hub. In addition to hockey entertainment, the Honda Center is also home to the USA National Volleyball Team Training Center.
Frontwave Arena- The new Frontwave Arena in Oceanside is the proud home of the San Diego NBA G League Clippers, the IFL’s San Diego Strike Force and the San Diego Sockers, 16-time champions of the Major Arena Soccer League. The arena boasts 16 luxury suites, VIP viewing decks, lounges, and an open-air patio, providing sports fans with an immersive experience while cheering on their teams.
Top Sports Bars across California
Overtime Lounge- Take a break from gaming at Redding’s Win-River Resort & Casino to catch the big game in its Overtime Lounge. With twice daily happy hours, large screen TVs and a special Monday Night Football watch party during the season, there is not a better bar to belly up to in Redding.
209 Sports Bar & Kitchen- Eat, drink and cheer at Tuolumne’s Chicken Ranch Casino Resort’s 209 Sports Bar & Kitchen. Face one direction to watch the big game on multiple high-definition TVs while doing a little tabletop gaming. Turn the other way to enjoy views of beautiful Tuolumne County through the non-smoking casino’s floor-to-ceiling windows.
Around the Horn Brewing Company- Nothing pairs better with your favourite team than the craft brew made by Groveland’s Around the Horn Brewing Company. Big screens, plus a rotating selection of brews like Ale Less Traveled or Sir Alton John, make it the top spot in town for sports fans.
RD RNNR- For sports fans, it is hard to beat a bar where every booth has its own TV. Even better, you will enjoy fresh California cuisine and over 16 beers on tap at RD RNNR in Old Town La Quinta. Do not miss The Chief McGinley burger.
Watch Party in Murrieta- Go where the Murrieta locals go for every big game. With plenty of screens and some of the best bar food in town, the lively Sidelines Sports Bar & Grill welcomes travellers to join the boisterous fun on game day. Tucked away in an industrial park, The Electric Brewing Company is a hidden gem with a wide selection of on-tap beers and an inviting atmosphere to enjoy the game.
Game On in Torrance- With the 2026 FIFA World Cup, the 2027 Super Bowl and the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games coming to the Los Angeles area, the sports bars of Torrance provide a perfect perch to watch the action. The Brews Hall is the first-ever multi-concept brewery and food hall in Torrance, with two breweries, four eateries and a full bar. Beer lovers can continue their crawl at Scholb Premium Ales, a small craft brewery and tap room, before ending at Keegan’s Sports Lounge and Grill to watch a favourite team on one of the 35 big screens adorning the bar.
Coin-Op Game Room- Located a stone’s throw from Petco Park, the home of the San Diego Padres, the Coin-Op Game Room is a local favourite for watching the games. During Padres home games, the bar offers deals, and during the off-season, it is not surprising to see a Padres player enjoying the eats or one of the many nostalgic arcade games the Coin-Op Game Room bar offers.
Follow BOTT on LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter & Instagram
Subscribe BOTT Channels on WhatsApp & Telegram to receive real time updates
