The 2025 Michigan Football Season is Here!
The Michigan Football season begins on Saturday, August 30 and we’re excited to announce our official UMDC partner bars for the 2025 season! GO BLUE!
Washington, DC
- Buddy’s in Columbia Heights (3234 11th St NW): UMDC is excited to introduce this brand new watch bar for the 2025 season! Buddy’s is owned by former Michigan Football player Grant Mason. This bar is family-friendly and dogs are welcome in the heated outdoor area that includes several TVs with sound. Look for game day specials on cocktails and Michigan beer.
- The Midlands in Park View (3333 Georgia Ave NW): Families and dogs welcome. Outdoor seating available, no reservations accepted. Michigan games will be played on both inside and outside TVs with sound. Drink specials on Bell’s drafts and buckets, plus pitcher and shot specials.
- Ivy & Coney in Shaw (1537 7th St NW): 21+ only, roof deck seating available. $1 off all Bell’s beer!
Virginia
- Highline RxR in Arlington/Crystal City (2010 Crystal Dr): Another new addition to our watch bar lineup this year is also our most metro-accessible! Located across from the Crystal City Metro (Yellow/Blue) and next to a large parking garage that is free on weekends. This second-floor bar is family-friendly and wheelchair accessible via elevator. Highline RxR also hosts Texas A&M fans for game days, but UMDC will have a private space with plenty of TVs and a dedicated sound system. Look for game day food and drink specials, plus Michigan beer on tap.
- Solace Outpost in Falls Church (444 West Broad St): Families welcome. Meet fellow Wolverines in the Michigan-only “Brewer’s Room”! Game day food and drink specials available!
If you love being part of the game day experience with UMDC, we are looking for volunteers to act as bar captains this season! Duties include:
- Representing UMDC each week at one of our five official watch bars, including liaising with the assigned POC at your location.
- Greeting guests, sharing information about UMDC, and answering questions.
- Managing t-shirt sales and raffles that support our annual scholarship fund.
- Having fun! We encourage you to eat, drink, and cheer on the Wolverines. Up to $20 toward food will be reimbursed by UMDC for each watch party you support.
Gear Up for Game Days!
Shop the UMDC online store for merchandise to rep Michigan in DC. New apparel will be added soon! Orders are processed and shipped within 10 business days.
Be sure to check-in, post pictures on game day, tag your friends, and tag UMDC using @umichdc and #gobluedc on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter!