We all know it is that time of the year…the holidays. This period of the year could be a time of joy and romance or loneliness for the singles, but let’s not focus on them. This blog is for the couples planning on matching pajamas and meeting the families.
Let’s set the scene. You and your partner are searching for the best date ideas that are not too far from Tuscaloosa, AL. Finals are approaching, and you just want to unwind. If you identify as a boy who likes sporting events, this list will give you fall date ideas, and even some winter, straight from the mind of girls. If you identify as a girl who likes sporting events or not, you have a full list of upcoming date night ideas that your partner will love. Here are the top sporting events that would make the best date ideas!
Sporting Event 1
Heat vs Hawks
Date/Time: November 11 at 6:30 p.m. CT
Location: State Farm Arena (Atlanta, GA)
Sitting exactly 200 miles away from the University of Alabama, State Farm Arena is the home of the Atlanta Hawks. Through this Heat vs Hawks matchup, you and your significant other will have the chance to see stars from the Miami Heat without catching a flight to Miami. Some of the stars consist of Jimmy Butler, Bam Adebayo, Kyle Lowry, and Tyler Herro. Being runner-up in the NBA Finals last year, it will be interesting to see the Heat bounce back.
Now, for the logistics of actually attending. I know professional games can become a little pricey but have no fear. The upper deck tickets range from as little as $55 before fees and taxes in section 204. If the upper bowl is not your thing, there are also seats available in section 105 for $169 excluding fees. Make sure to snag these stellar seats before they’re gone. Because it is a night game, be sure to have your statement fashion pieces ready!
Sporting Event 2
Saints vs Falcons
Date/Time: November 26 at 12:00 p.m. CT
Location: Mercedes-Benz Superdome (Atlanta, GA)
In Atlanta 200 miles away again, but this time, we are watching a different sport. Our next sporting event is a trip to the Mercedes-Benz Superdome to see the Atlanta Falcons face the New Orleans Saints. Although both teams have not had quite a spectacular season, it will be fun to see two of the closest teams to us. Also, you could get on the jumbotron, win-win.
The New Orleans Saints at the Atlanta Falcons game has tickets for as low as $90 each before fees and taxes. These tickets are located in the upper section, specifically section 304. They also have a variety of seats available in a lower section, 131 for a heftier price tag.
Sporting Event 3
Texans vs Titans
Date/Time: December 17 at 12:00 p.m. CT
Location: Nissan Stadium (Nashville, TN)
Nissan Stadium sits a taddddddd bit further out than the previously mentioned venues at 245 miles. Adding about 30 minutes to your road trip, but what better way to chat with your mate and have a jam session while climbing the Tennessee mountains? I know it is Tennessee hate week in beautiful Tuscaloosa, but let’s just assume that the Titans have no affiliation. Through this game, you will be able to see Alabama alumni Will Anderson Jr. and John Metchie III at the next level. It will be like a Bama reunion all over again. You will also be able to see C.J. Stroud play, which I know for me, would be first.
With tickets as low as $56 in upper section 306, this event could be a steal. If you would like a better view, they have seats in the lower sections for as little as $219 excluding taxes and fees. Imagine seeing the second and third pick in the most recent draft playing for under $60. These are student seat tickets at this point!
Sporting Event 4
Colts vs Falcons
Date/Time: December 24 at 12:00 p.m. CT
Location: Mercedes Benz Superdome (Atlanta, GA)
Christmas Gift Alert!!!!! What better gift to give to your partner than a Christmas Eve football fan experience? Imagine, Christmas lights, cold air, ugly sweaters, and NFL football. What better way to bring Christmas in, especially since we will all already be in the holiday spirit? Grab your partner and cup of joe or hot chocolate and enjoy the game bundled up in your covers…or not because after all, it is in a Superdome. If Atlanta is not really your thing, the Indianapolis Colts also play the Tennessee Titans at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, TN on December 3rd at 11 a.m.
Here is the ticketing information. This game has tickets as low as $31! This price is the lowest I have seen in a while. This game might actually be a gift from Santa. As we all know at this point, this pricing is for upper-level seats, but there are seats available all over. If you would prefer a lower-level ticket, there are some for as low as $250.
If any of you find any of these games at all interesting whether for a date or just to go, be sure to let us know! If anyone actually attends or purchases tickets also let us know!
*All times are central standard for Tuscaloosa. Atlanta’s time is Eastern. Go up an hour for accurate timing. *
*All ticket prices are according to Ticketmaster. *
