March Madness is back, and Austin is ready to bring the heat with exciting watch parties, amazing food and drink specials, and some serious prizes for the ultimate bracket champions. Whether you’re looking for massive screens, wings and beer, or a rooftop party atmosphere, here’s where you need to be to catch all the action this season.

Industry Eastside

For the ultimate wings and beer pairing experience, Industry Eastside is offering an unbeatable March Madness special:

  • $25 for five signature wings flavors + five paired beer tasters.
  • A great way to sample flavors while watching the games.

Tony C’s Pizza & Beer Garden + The League Kitchen & Tavern

For the most competitive basketball fans, TC4 & Co. hospitality group is hosting an ultimate bracket challenge at Tony C’s Pizza & Beer Garden and The League Kitchen & Tavern.

  • Sign up and create a bracket on Selection Sunday (March 16) for a chance to win tickets to a Final Four game!
  • Prizes include a $500 gift card for the winning bracket, with additional prizes for runners-up.
  • Test your luck against the bartender with “Beat the Bartender”—win a $20 gift card if your bracket outperforms theirs.

Armadillo Den

Known for its spacious outdoor seating and stellar food trucks, Armadillo Den is a prime spot to catch all the games.

  • Enjoy a special bucket deal on beer and seltzers, and score 20% off wings from Strut and Dorothy.
  • Watch the games on their huge outdoor screen or scattered TVs throughout the venue.

Chalmers

This East Austin sports hub is raising the stakes with its own March Madness Bracket Challenge.

  • $20 entry per bracket (max three per person) via Venmo @ChalmersAustin.
  • Winner takes all, creating the potential for a massive cash prize!
  • Enjoy Rollin’ Smoke BBQ, craft cocktails, and beer while watching the games on multiple screens.

Pluckers Wing Bar

Nothing pairs with March Madness like wings, and Pluckers is offering an unbeatable deal:

  • 5 FREE wings with an entrée whenever a Texas-based men’s or women’s team is playing!
  • Available at all Pluckers locations, making it a great go-to spot throughout the tournament.

New Waterloo’s Marg Madness Bar Crawl

For those who like their March Madness with a margarita in hand, New Waterloo presents Marg Madness—a bar crawl benefiting Justice for Our Neighbors Austin.

  • Visit eight participating bars and earn stickers for each margarita ordered.
  • Complete all eight stops to win a limited-edition Marg Madness championship hat and enter a raffle for a two-night stay at South Congress Hotel.
  • Locations include La Condesa, Il Brutto, Maie Day, Café No Sé, Watertrade, and more.

Cover 3

If you’re looking for a classic sports bar experience, Cover 3 has you covered with tons of TVs and a stellar food and drink menu.

  • Social Hour specials (3-6 PM on weekdays) include $4 Karbach drafts, $5 house margaritas, and $8 Daou wine.
  • Locations in Austin, Round Rock, and San Antonio.

Heydey Social Club Rooftop Bar

Catch the games with a view at Heydey Social Club on the 8th floor of Hyatt Centric Austin.

  • Enjoy $6 margaritas, $5 bottled beers, and grilled hotdogs & brats.
  • The games will be projected on the rooftop screen, creating an incredible atmosphere.