Presidential candidates Donald Trump and Hillary Clinton will square off Monday evening in the first of three official debates scheduled this fall.
With that, there are a many debate watch parties happening across the metro Atlanta area, regardless of which side of the aisle you sit.
Also not a bad way to catch the Falcons-Saints game if you're torn between some dueling on the gridiron or political theater.
Check out the debate watch parties happening in your area:
Intown
Gathering Spot, M Bar, 186 Auburn Ave.
Need to know: Party will be hosted by Tharon Johnson of Greenberg Traurig, LLP. Doors open at 7 p.m.
Gathering Spot, 384 Northyards Blvd. NW
Need to know: Mayor Kasim Reed will host the debate watch party.
Cost: Free with RSVP at mkratl59@gmail.com
See the flyer.
Manuel's Tavern, 602 N. Highland Ave. NE
Need to know: The debate will be broadcasted on every TV and played through the speakers. Get there early to secure a good seat.
Cost: Free, but guests are encouraged to eat and drink.
See the Facebook page.
Georgia State University, Urban Life building, 140 Decatur Street, #220
Need to know: The Multicultural Center will host debate watch parties and voter registration drives.
Cost: Free
See the event page.
Stats, 300 Marietta St.
Need to know: The event is a joint watch party for the Falcons-Saints Game and the first Presidential debate of the season.
Cost: Free with RSVP
See the event page.
BQE Restaurant & Lounge, 262 Edgewood Ave SE
Need to know: There will be a pre-debate panel discussion.
Cost: $25 or $50 donation.
See the event page.
Cobb County
Cobb GOP Headquarters, 799 Roswell St., Marietta
Start time is 8:30 p.m. 12 people can get in for free by making calls for the party from 7–8 p.m.
Cost: The event is a potluck and $5 admission (cash or check only). Potluck ticket includes two beer/wine tickets.
Click here for more details.
Keegan's, 4687 S. Atlanta Road SE, Smyrna
Need to know: 7:30 -10:30 p.m.
Cost: Free
Contact Max Rose at 404-923-0619 for more information.
Dekalb County
DeKalb County Office, 619 E. College Ave. Suite E, Decatur
Need to know: The debate watch party doubles as the headquarter's grand opening. Event starts at 8 p.m.
Cost: Free
Contact S. Prescott Harris II at spharris@georgiademocrat.org for more information.
Fulton County
All–American Hudson Grille Food & Drink, 6317 Roswell Road, Sandy Springs
Need to know: Event hosted by the Atlanta Young Republicans. Starts at 8 p.m. Circle R, Chairman's Council and Platinum members receive complimentary drink tickets.
Cost: Free to Fulton County Republican members.
Register here. Contact 404-851-1444 for more information.
Gwinnett County
Gwinnett County Democratic Party Headquarters, 535 Indian Trail Lilburn Road NW, Lilburn
Need to know: Event is hosted by the Gwinnett County Democrats and runs from 9–11 p.m.
Cost: Free
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