Updated January 16, 2025. After a nail-biting upset last weekend, the Washington Commanders are on to the next round of the NFL playoffs. Up next for the hometown team is a Divisional Playoff matchup on Saturday night against the Detroit Lions, the No. 1 team in the NFC East. And, with Commanders fever spreading across the region, even more watch parties are popping up to help cheer the team on to victory.
Here are five Northern Virginia bars hosting special Commanders watch parties on Saturday night, and 29 more across NoVA and DC where you can catch the game among fellow fans.
Bear Branch Tavern
This watch party is not to be missed. Hosted by members of the Vienna VA Foodies Facebook group, Bear Branch Tavern is your go-to Commanders watch party destination. The tavern will have food and drink specials, while the hosts are throwing together a few raffle items to give away throughout the evening. 133 Maple Ave. E., Vienna
Honor Brewing Company
Grab a seat at the bar as you join the team at 106.7 The Fan for plenty of pre-game fun. The radio station will be broadcasting live at the brewery starting at 6 p.m. Once the game starts, settle in front of the 25-foot projector screen for a massive view of the game. Attendees can also purchase $5 classic lite pints throughout the game. 42604 Trade West Dr., Ste. 170, Sterling
Lark Brewing Co.
It’ll be hard to beat the atmosphere at last week’s party, but the staff and fans at Lark Brewing are ready to take on the challenge. The bar will be offering $5 off appetizers to honor Commanders’ leader and rookie quarterback Jayden Daniels (aka JD5). 24205 James Monroe Hwy., Aldie
Old Ox Brewery
Raise Hail all night long with members of the Redskins Alumni Marching Band. The band will be playing the fight song live every time the Commanders score. The watch party will also be serving up $5 pints of Ernest and half-off shareables. The bar will be open until the game is over. 44652 Guilford Dr., Ste. 114, Ashburn
The Block
The Annandale bar is getting in on the playoff fun. When you visit the bar on Saturday, make sure to wear a jersey to get a free pint. If your team is lucky enough to come out victorious, you’ll get a second pint on the house. 4221 John Marr Dr., Annandale
Additional Bars
Bar Louie
20586 E. Hampton Plz., Ashburn
Backyard Grill
13999 Metrotech Dr., Chantilly
Brittany’s Restaurant & Sports Bar
12449 Dillingham Sq., Woodbridge
Carpool
208 Elden St., Herndon
Crystal City Sports Pub
529 23rd St. S., Arlington
Dudley’s Sports and Ale
2766 S. Arlington Mill Dr., Arlington
First Down Sports Bar and Grill
4213 N. Fairfax Dr., Arlington
Glory Days Grill
Multiple locations
Hard Times Cafe
6362 Springfield Plz., Springfield
Ireland’s Four Courts
2051 Wilson Blvd., Arlington
Jimmy’s Old Town Tavern
697 Spring St., Herndon
Johnny Pistolas
2333 18th St. NW, Washington, DC
Kalypso’s Sports Tavern
1617 Washington Plz. N., Reston
Madigan’s Waterfront
201 Mill St., Occoquan
Maltese Brewing Company FXBG
11800 Main St., Building 3, Fredericksburg
Metrobar
640 Rhode Island Ave. NE, Washington, DC
Mister Days VA
1101 N. Highland St., Arlington
Old Towne Sports Pub
8971 Center St., Manassas
Rai’s Pour House
21430 Cedar Dr., Ste. 100, Sterling
RedZone Bar & Grill
251 W. Lee Hwy., Ste. 167, Warrenton
Rockwood VA
7505 Iron Bar Ln., Gainesville
Settle Down Easy (staying open late)
2952 Chain Bridge Rd., Oakton
Spanky’s Shenanigans
538 E. Market St., Leesburg
Solace Brewing Company
42615 Trade West Dr., Ste. 100, Sterling
South Riding Inn
43090 Peacock Market Plz., Ste. 110, South Riding
Southside 815
815 S. Washington St., Alexandria
Sully’s Pour House
754 Elden St., Ste. 102, Herndon
The Loudoun Kitchen & Bar
510 E. Market St., Ste. I, Leesburg
Velocity Wings
Multiple locations
Feature image of Jimmy’s Old Town Tavern by Sarah Evans
