Back in Black Tomorrow! Full Tailgate Details Inside

We’ve got a huge day ahead at The Den, with a noon kickoff and gorgeous weather on deck. This Saturday has the makings of another fantastic day in Clifton. Here’s everything you need to know before we get things rolling at 9:00 AM.

Preview: Cincinnati vs Arizona

Cincinnati has a real opportunity to make a late-season push. With a path still open to win out and reach the conference championship, this matchup with Arizona is critical. The Wildcats come in off a gritty comeback win over Kansas, but this one happens at Nippert, and the Bearcats have a chance to reset, rebound, and make a statement at home.

And there’s a little extra juice for this one: the Bearcats will be wearing their famous all-black uniforms. Often replicated, never duplicated. That means it’s a Blackout at Nippert, so fans are encouraged to wear all black to match the team.

Tailgate Info

We’ll be set up at Sigma Sigma Commons, with the tailgate kicking off at 9:00 AM. We’re keeping things simple and fun this week with plenty of Garage Beer on deck and coolers ready for anything you’d like to bring (BYOB encouraged). There will be a grab-and-go breakfast spread, plus free Garage Beer x The Den koozies for everyone. We’ll make our usual walk to Nippert around 11:30 AM. As always, everyone’s welcome! Bring your friends, your crew, and all the good energy.

Tailgate Tunes Playlist

No DJ this week because DJ Mike is getting married!! Add your favorite pregame hype tracks: 70s remixes, disco, Arizona-themed songs, or anything that fits the vibe.

Add your songs at TheDenUC.com.

Support The Den

The Den is fully donation-supported, and your contributions help us keep the music playing, the coolers stocked, and the tailgates running smoothly. If you’re able, please consider donating as we head into the final stretch of the season.

Crosstown Shootout Watch Party

We’re pumped to share that The Den will be helping plan and promote a Crosstown Shootout Watch Party at MadTree Brewing on Friday, 12/5. More details coming soon!

Den Shirts Now $30

We’ve dropped all Den merch to just $30 online, and now’s the time to jump on it. With only a few football games left, every purchase helps us finish the season strong, and it also gets you set for basketball season. If you haven’t grabbed one yet, pick up a new Den basketball shirt and be ready for the Crosstown Shootout and beyond.

Support Our Sponsors

• Touchdown Level: Little Miami Insurance Group, Sims Investment Management, and Garage Beer.

• Red Zone Level: Trophy Pizza and Garage Golf.

• Kickoff Level: Pawlished Dog Training, Oyler Hines Real Estate, and Tailgreeter.