Assembly Hall to host free watch party for CFP National Championship

BLOOMINGTON, Ind. (WISH) — IU Athletics on Tuesday night announced details on a watch party at Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall as the Hoosiers takes on the Miami Hurricanes on Monday night in the College Football Playoff National Championship.

Free digital tickets were available online on Monday night.

The party will kick off at 7:30 p.m. Monday with doors opening at 6 p.m.

As part of the festivities, 10,000 commemorative rally towels will be distributed to fans attending the event.

Scott Dolson, IU vice president and director of intercollegiate athletics, said in a statement in the announcement, “We’re excited to offer an opportunity for those who aren’t able to make the trip to Miami to share this experience with fellow Hoosier fans. As will be the case at Hard Rock Stadium, I know that the atmosphere inside Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall on Monday night will be electric.”

Standard game-day policies will be in effect during the party, including a clear bag policy. Fans can also enjoy food and merchandise options as concession stands and the IU Team Store will open at 6 p.m.

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