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The Playbook

Thursday, March 27: Kickoff

Arrival & Hockey

Afternoon: Check into Airbnb (The Gulch or Germantown).
7:00 PM: Nashville Predators vs. St. Louis Blues at Bridgestone Arena. Huge rivalry game.
Post-Game: Honky Tonk Central or Assembly Food Hall for Sweet 16 nightcaps.

Friday, March 28: FIFA & The Big Dinner

Chill & Thrill

Daytime: FIFA Tournament at the house with Martin's BBQ "Whole Hog" catering.
Dinner: "Nicer Dinner" at Butcher & Bee (East Nash) or Twelve Thirty Club.
Night: Sweet 16 Watch Party at DraftKings Sports & Social.

Saturday, March 29: The Pub Trip

Elite 8 Marathon

All Day: Elite 8 Watch Party at Acme Feed & Seed. Rooftop views + massive screens.
Night: Broadway chaos (Tootsies, Kid Rock's) or optional Preds vs. Golden Knights game.

Sunday, March 30: Recovery

Brunch & Fly

Morning: Stein mimosas and recovery food at Von Elrod’s Beer Hall (Germantown).
Afternoon: Flights home.

Preds Ticket Intel

Bridgestone Arena is one of the loudest venues in the NHL. Here is the pricing breakdown for your dates.

THU MAR 27

7:00 PM

PREDS

BLUES

Rivalry Status HIGH (Expensive)

Get-in Price ~$74/ea

Lower Bowl $150 - $250+

SAT MAR 29

Time TBD

PREDS

KNIGHTS

Rivalry Status Medium (Value)

Get-in Price ~$46 - $56/ea

Lower Bowl $115 - $150+

*Prices estimated based on Dec 2024 data. Subject to change.

Booking Logistics

Dinner Reservations (12 Guys)

Butcher & Bee

East Nash

Best for: Foodies & Group Sharing. They have a "Rose Room" (Private) or Mezzanine.

Policy: Private dining min spend varies ($1.5k–$2.5k).
Action: Inquiry form required for parties >10.

Twelve Thirty Club

Broadway

Best for: Atmosphere & Music. Justin Timberlake's spot.

Policy: Booking opens 60 days out (Jan 27).
Action: Set calendar alert for Jan 27th.

Jeff Ruby's Steakhouse

Downtown

Best for: Classic High-End Steak. "The Speakeasy" room fits 12 exactly.

Policy: Private event booking required.
Action: Call now.

Accommodation (12 Guys)

The Gulch

Avg. House Price: ~$317/night

Upscale, condo-heavy, walkable to everything. Harder to find a standalone house for 12, likely a large penthouse or multiple units.

Walkable to bars
Very safe/clean
Expensive

Germantown

Avg. House Price: ~$290/night

Historic, cool vibes, better food scene. Easier to find a large standalone Victorian home renovated for groups.

Best for large houses
Great brunch spots (Von Elrod's)
Short Uber to Broadway

March 27–30