@ Carolina Panthers

[esmd]

A couple friends and I are planning on taking the show on the road next year to see the Ravens play in Charlotte. Any advice on retaurants/bars to go/avoid would be great. We'll also be looking for a decent place to park and tailgate.

[octscotts]

My husband went to Elon and has friends down there so we'll be heading to this game too. There's decent parking and tailgating. We went down 6 years ago when the Ravens opened the season down there. Found no trouble parking. Stayed at the Doubletree in Charlotte and there were quite a few bars within walking distance (it's a good thing). Can't remember the names but we had a good time. Stadium didn't even sell out for a home opener and there was a LOT of purple there. Fans are pretty decent. Most of them were cool and left you alone. Had a few who acted like they were just there because they couldn't get tickets to a Nascar race and treated us like we were wearing "I hate Dale Earnhardt" shirts. But we had a great time even though we ended up losing. Tickets are easy to come by. Stadium is OK, nothing special.

[jen21122]

I will be there with friends too! hope you party with all of you all the night before!! Please post the meet up bar!

[optickler]

Why not first class?
I have a couple of premium (club seats) I will not be able to use. I need to sell them.

They are on the Ravens side. Sec 311 row 1 seat 1&2
http://i238.photobucket.com/albums/ff295/optickler/100_1525.jpg

[azravenfan]

Are there any groups going to this game or people that are looking for others to buy into their group? I need at least two tickets to this game if so. Can PM me here if have extras.

[optickler]

Are there any groups going to this game or people that are looking for others to buy into their group? I need at least two tickets to this game if so. Can PM me here if have extras.

Check post #4 in this thread. Bleev that says 2.

[INGBA]

Howdy. Lurking around the message boards for teams we face next year and thought I'd drop a few hints to you for your trip to the lovely Bank of America stadium.

First off, I'm not a Charlotte native so I can't recomend bars/restaraunts to hit up, but if you're making the trip you do have to try the BBQ before you leave (both lexington and carolina style if you can manage). Everyone down here will tell you what the best place is, but in all reality you won't find a terrible place to eat some good pig as long as it isn't a chain. There's also a couple of local NC breweries worth looking into during your trip. I recommend getting a glass of Red Oak or DuckRabbit Milk Stout if you come across them.

Second, be careful of the stadiums policies against being too......outlandish. Charlotte gets blasted constantly for being a "wine and cheese" crowd, and its true. Fans have been kicked out for cheering too loudly. It sucks. We're trying to get it fixed, but its something to look into.

Finally, if you're looking for a decent tailgate, the good folks at carolinahuddle.com offer a free tailgate for every homegame. Good people to hook up with.

And that's about all I've got. Hit that website up for some people who will be more helpful than I will be.

See ya in week 11.

[INGBA]

My husband went to Elon and has friends down there so we'll be heading to this game too. There's decent parking and tailgating. We went down 6 years ago when the Ravens opened the season down there. Found no trouble parking. Stayed at the Doubletree in Charlotte and there were quite a few bars within walking distance (it's a good thing). Can't remember the names but we had a good time. Stadium didn't even sell out for a home opener and there was a LOT of purple there. Fans are pretty decent. Most of them were cool and left you alone. Had a few who acted like they were just there because they couldn't get tickets to a Nascar race and treated us like we were wearing "I hate Dale Earnhardt" shirts. But we had a great time even though we ended up losing. Tickets are easy to come by. Stadium is OK, nothing special.

Just pointing out a few things here. First, you're talking about 8 years ago...2002. You've gotta remember that we were coming off the worst record in team history with little to no hope outside of getting a new head coach. Then you've gotta remember that there are a lot of bandwagon bitches in NC (see: 2003 Carolina Hurricanes Stanley Cup run). Parking has gotten worse since we went to the Super Bowl. And more expensive.

Also, easiest way to get tickets is through PSL owners. Most seats on the lower level of the stadium are PSL seats now. If you're trying for regular sale, usually all you'll wind up with is nosebleed seats. Just something to keep in mind there.

Finally, to avoid the parking and the walking masses, I'd suggest using Charlotte's new light rail system LYNX. There's a stop within walking distance of the stadium. Much easer on the nerves.

[octscotts]

Just pointing out a few things here. First, you're talking about 8 years ago...2002. You've gotta remember that we were coming off the worst record in team history with little to no hope outside of getting a new head coach. Then you've gotta remember that there are a lot of bandwagon bitches in NC (see: 2003 Carolina Hurricanes Stanley Cup run). Parking has gotten worse since we went to the Super Bowl. And more expensive.

Also, easiest way to get tickets is through PSL owners. Most seats on the lower level of the stadium are PSL seats now. If you're trying for regular sale, usually all you'll wind up with is nosebleed seats. Just something to keep in mind there.

Finally, to avoid the parking and the walking masses, I'd suggest using Charlotte's new light rail system LYNX. There's a stop within walking distance of the stadium. Much easer on the nerves.


I will concur with the BBQ tip and roadside joints are usually the best. We travel to NC often and never miss a chance to grab some. I'm not surprised to hear parking has gotten worse and more expensive. I think that's everywhere. :( Yes, we're going with PSL owners so tickets are not a problem. I still think you'll see a lot of purple. We may not get credit for it but the Ravens fan base travels extremely well. Considering it's a fairly easy drive, with southern weather, in a decent town where we go infrequently, it'll probably be a good choice for an away game. We're tailgating with Panther friends but I'd be interested to hear any feed back from fans who use the LYNX for future reference. All in all, as I said, the fans are generally decent. I came across a few who wanted to start the whole "you stole your team, blah, blah, blah". I politely pointed out that that wouldn't have happened if the NFL hadn't given expansion teams to Charlotte (who couldn't sell their opening game out back then) and Jacksonville, who still covers seats to get games televised. Glad to see the Panther franchise has stabilized and seen some success. Nice to see football on Tobacco Road.

[mdterps0226]

Single Game Tickets went on sale this morning on ticketmaster - got 2 in section 541 (upper, 40 yard line), row 6 for 60 a piece.... Still plenty available!

[optickler]

These ARE still available. Plenty of tailgates all around Charlotte. Presto's Grill is a great place to eat. They publish a menu.http://www.prestobarandgrill.com Very close to stadium. Just a couple blocks.
For these Tickets contact optickler@hotmail.com


Why not first class?
I have a couple of premium (club seats) I will not be able to use. I need to sell them.

They are on the Ravens side. Sec 311 row 1 seat 1&2
http://i238.photobucket.com/albums/ff295/optickler/100_1525.jpg

[GaRaven]

My son and I are traveling from ATL to see the game. We won't leave until early Sunday morning but maybe if there is a place those of us on the board want to meet for post-game....let me know.

[octscotts]

We will be down there for the weekend. We're tailgating with the hubby's friends so Sunday is taken care of. But anybody heading downtown on Saturday night?

[beach08]

octscotts,
Me and my sister-in-law are coming from Baltimore for the game and would love to meet up with other Ravens fans...I know WNST is bringing a busload and as of now their Purple Pep Rally Sat. night is at the Tilted Kilt. I read on another website Purple is heading to the Epicenter and on Bmore Around Town website they are bringing a busload in and heading to Epicenter Sat. night Were actually staying at the Omni...so if Raven fans are heading to Epicenter we would love to join the party..... Hopefully meeting spots will be posted

[ravensfan1996]

Ive got 4 guys heading down friday mid-morning, driving to Charlotte. Hope to be there by late afternoon and head out friday night. Not sure what we are doing saturday during the day yet, but Sat night hope to catch some of the parties around town from the "organized" Ravens trips like WNST/ravens trips/ BSSC etc...

Is the WNST party at the titled kilt for sure saturday night?

We got front row seats in sect 135. Staying a the Holday Inn in center city. Hope to catch all you Ravens Fans out fri and sat night!

[beach08]

Ravensfan1996,
As far as I know WNST party is at Tilted Kilt starting at 5pm on Saturaday. I got this info from Nestor via e-mail: we're throwing two parties:
Saturday night at the Tilted Kilt very close to our hotel (we'll have a shuttle)...
We're doing a Bojangles morning tailgate at 9 am on Sunday.


We'll arrive at the hotel around 3...party starts at 5 and we'll push the bus at 8:30 am.

Our tickets are Sec 140 Row 4

[Ravenfanmike]

We will be staying at the Holiday Inn Center City also. Thinking about going to Epicenter Sat. night. Not sure about Fri yet since we are not getting in until after 8:00 PM.

[Greg]

I am going and looking for a single ticket. I am guessing the stadium will not be full due to their record. I am hoping to pick up a single for less than face, we shall see. I figure I can migrate to an area with some Ravens fans.

[beach08]

@Greg
I just looked on NFl Ticket Exchange, there's plenty of uppers starting at $44.85 and lowers starting at $103.00

From other fourms and here , it's sounds as if several Raven Fans are heading to EPICENTER on Saturday night. Were staying at the Omni so I'm sure will be heading that way too.

[ravensfan1996]

We got front row 15yrd line seats in the lower deck for $126. Tickets should be easy to come by, and like someone said even online they are cheap.

I wish Nestor's party was more downtown then outside of town on saturday. But we are coming in friday afternoon so can ck it our fri night.

Anyone else going down friday? Looking for something to do Saturday during the day. I know they hae the NASCAR expereince but it aint cheap and the white water rafting center might be chilly! :)

[McLovin]

Anyone who reads this needs to rally the troops and get a ticket to charlotte tickets are cheap so lets make this the 9th ravens home game of the year and take over charlotte this weekend.

[beach08]

Here's some party info from WNST, you can bu the tickets from WNST website. I just bought 2 for both parties..... No more Tilted Kilt party....Whisky River-Sat and Bojangles- Sunday



Saturday Night Purple Pep Rally at Whisky River Charlotte

Saturday night Whisky River Purple Pep Rally from 5 til 9:

$12 per person in advance ($15 at the door)

Children are welcomed to attend this event but will need to exit venue at 9 p.m. sharp. Adults can stay until 2 a.m.

This includes all of the entertainment at Charlotte’s No. 1 nightspot and a light appetizer buffet of snacks including:

Buffet Items
Chicken Sliders
Pulled Pork Sliders
Pasta Marinara
House Salad
Vegetable Crudite

We’ll have drink specials including $3.50 Miller Lite 12 oz bottles.

We’ll also have the world’s biggest 52 “dance-off” when we’ll invite as many people who want to participate in a dance contest emulating our favorite Hall of Fame linebacker for a great prize.

More information to come…

This is the HOTTEST bar in Charlotte!!!


Sunday Bojangles Purple Picnic Tailgate in Charlotte with WNST.net

Sunday we’ll have a Bojangles Picnic Tailgate w/cold Miller Lite (must be 21 to enjoy) and soft drinks from 10 til noon in our Cedar Street parking lot downtown:

Included:

Cajun chicken

Supreme Cajun boneless chicken finger food w/dipping sauce

Buttered Biscuits & Southern jelly

Cajun pinto beans

Cole slaw

Sweet Southern Iced Tea

Plenty of ice cold Miller Lite (for those over 21) and other soft drinks if you bring the kids

$20 per person ONLY in advance (no walk up!!)

or both for $30