The Biggest Draft Night Party in Pittsburgh

The picks are coming in. The future of the league is being decided. And on draft night, Pittsburgh football fans will gather for one of the biggest draft parties in the city.

Welcome to the Draft Nation NFL Draft Party.

This is not just a watch party. It’s a full-blown football celebration packed with music, food, fans, and nonstop draft excitement from the moment the first pick is announced.

This year the event will take place at Sunny Days Arena, located just minutes from downtown Pittsburgh

Under massive event tents that we’re transforming into the ultimate draft party experience, hundreds of football fans will gather to celebrate one of the most exciting nights in sports.

Imagine a high-energy atmosphere filled with big screens showing every pick, live music filling the air, incredible food, and fans reacting together as the future of the league unfolds.

And this year, the night means even more.

The Draft Nation NFL Draft Party proudly benefits Operation Troop Appreciation, a nonprofit dedicated to supporting our deployed troops, veterans, and military families by providing care packages, resources, and morale-boosting support to those who serve our country.

When you attend the Draft Nation NFL Draft Party, you're not just celebrating football. You're also helping support a mission that brings comfort, appreciation, and assistance to the men and women who defend our freedoms.

Join passionate fans, insiders, and sports lovers for an evening filled with:

• The live NFL Draft broadcast on big screens
• Music and entertainment throughout the night
• Incredible food and drinks from our restaurant and beverage partners
• Giveaways, surprises, and exclusive swag
• A crowd of die-hard football fans celebrating the future of the league
• The opportunity to support an incredible cause helping our troops

From the moment you walk in, you'll feel the buzz of draft night energy. The room will be alive with predictions, reactions, cheers, and debate as every pick unfolds.

If you love football, you do not want to miss this event.

Ticket Options

General Admission — $99

Your ticket to one of the most exciting football events of the year.

General Admission gives you full access to the Draft Nation NFL Draft Party and everything that makes the night unforgettable.

Your GA ticket includes:

• Access to the event beginning at 5:00 PM
• Entry to the draft party experience at Sunny Days Arena
• Delicious food all night from our restaurant partners
• Live entertainment from DJ Boogie Down Entertainment
• Live performance by Walkin' Rosie
• Access to the cocktail reception
• A Draft Nation swag bag filled with gifts from our sponsors
• A full night surrounded by football fans celebrating the NFL Draft together
• The opportunity to help support Operation Troop Appreciation

If you want to experience the energy of draft night in a room packed with fans, this ticket puts you right in the middle of it.

VIP Admission — $199

Upgrade your experience and enjoy draft night in style. Limited seating available.

VIP Admission gives you everything included in General Admission plus exclusive perks designed to make your night even better.

Your VIP ticket includes:

• Access to the event beginning at 5:00 PM
• Premium seating near the stage for the best view of the action
• Entry to the exclusive VIP section
• Delicious food served all night from our restaurant partners
• Two drink tickets for cocktails or beverages of your choice
• Live entertainment from DJ Boogie Down Entertainment
• Live performance by Walkin' Rosie
• Access to the cocktail reception
• A Draft Nation swag bag packed with gifts from our sponsors
• The chance to help support the mission of Operation Troop Appreciation

VIP seating puts you close to the action and gives you the best way to enjoy the night with friends, clients, or fellow football fans.

THANK YOU TO ALL OUR FOOD, DRINK AND BRAND PARTNERS

• Apple Harvest Catering

• ARBATA Coca Cola

• Arsenal Cider House

• Briquetta’s Woodfire & Italian Grill

• Celsius Energy Drink

• Cigars International

• Eat’n Park

• Fat Angelo’s Pizza

• Hello Bistro

• Lil Dog Moonshine

• PF Chang’s

• Pittsburgh Brewing Company

• Raising Canes

• Red Bull

• Red Robin

• Rita's Italian Ice

• Sun Cruisers

What to Expect

A One-of-a-Kind Draft Party Experience

At the amazing Sunny Days Arena, guests will experience an electric environment with music, big screens, fans, and nonstop excitement as the NFL Draft unfolds live.

The Draft Experience

Watch the NFL Draft unfold live with hundreds of fellow fans. Every pick, every surprise trade, and every reaction becomes part of the shared experience.

Incredible Food and Drinks

Enjoy delicious food and drinks from our amazing restaurant and beverage partners. See list below. Come hungry and fuel up while the picks roll in.

Live Music + Entertainment

We’re turning draft night into a full-scale party with incredible entertainment including:

• DJ Boogie Down Entertainment
  Spinning music and keeping the energy high throughout the night.

• Live Performance by Walkin' Rosie
  One of the most exciting live bands in Pittsburgh will take the stage and keep the crowd rocking.

Cocktail Reception

Kick off the evening in style with a cocktail reception where fans can mingle, talk football, and get ready for an unforgettable night.

Draft Nation Swag Bags

Every guest will receive a Draft Nation swag bag packed with gifts and surprises from our sponsors and partners.

Supporting Our Troops

A portion of the proceeds from the evening will help support the mission of Operation Troop Appreciation, whose volunteers work tirelessly to send care packages and provide meaningful support to active-duty service members and veterans.

It’s a chance to celebrate football while giving back to those who serve.

THANK YOU TO ALL OUR FOOD, DRINK AND BRAND PARTNERS

• Apple Harvest Catering

• ARBATA Coca Cola

• Arsenal Cider House

• Briquetta’s Woodfire & Italian Grill

• Celsius Energy Drink

• Cigars International

• Eat’n Park

• Fat Angelo’s Pizza

• Hello Bistro

• Lil Dog Moonshine

• PF Chang’s

• Pittsburgh Brewing Company

• Raising Canes

• Red Bull

• Red Robin

• Rita's Italian Ice

• Sun Cruisers