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Where to Watch the Opening Ceremonies

Watch the Opening Ceremonies and other Olympic events at these local bars.

 

The Opening Ceremonies of the 2012 Olympic Games in London kicks off this Friday, July 27, at 7:30pm on NBC

Check out these local establishments to enjoy the festivities. 

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Ruby Tuesday created a special drink for the occasion, The Star Spangled Rita, which is only available during the Olympics. 

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Two flat screen TVs and happy hour specials from 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m., including select drinks and appetizers for $5, make this a great option. 

The bar at Charlie Brown's Steakhouse boasts six flat screen TVs and happy hour specials from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

Comfortable seating at the bar or tables in the bar area, four flat screen TVs, and food and drink specials Monday through Friday, 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., make The Porch an ideal location. 

 

A modern bar with high-backed stools, six TVs, brick oven pizza, and "sports game specials" make Tavola a prime place to enjoy the Olympics. 

This local watering hole offers six TVs and daily happy hour specials. Happy hour is Monday through Friday 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. and Friday- Saturday 8:00 p.m. to 10 p.m. 

Where do you plan to watch the Opening Ceremonies? Let us know in the comments. 

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