ILLINOIS VS. UCLA — FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 13 AT 8 PM — TOM’S WATCH BAR

Friday Night Football! Cheer on the Fighting Illini Against the UCLA Bruins!

What: Join fellow Houston Illini at Tom’s Watch Bar for an exciting Friday-night Big Ten football matchup as the Illinois Fighting Illini take on the UCLA Bruins! It's a great opportunity to cheer on Illinois while reconnecting with fellow alumni, friends, and fans.

Wear your orange and blue, bring your friends and family, and enjoy an evening of Fighting Illini football and Houston Illini camaraderie at one of downtown Houston’s premier sports-viewing venues!

When: Friday, November 13, 2026, at 8:00 PM Central

Where: Tom’s Watch Bar, 1201 Caroline Street, Houston, TX 77002

Admission: Free! Food and beverages available for individual purchase. All Illinois alumni, family, friends, and fans are welcome! No Houston Illini Club membership or advance registration is required.

Parking: FREE validated parking is available at the GreenStreet Garage, 1320 Fannin Street. Be sure to bring your parking ticket to Tom’s Watch Bar for validation.

Host / Questions: Adam Green (spotlight)

LET’S GO ILLINI! 🧡💙