Illinois vs. Western Illinois Aug. 29

Join Illini fans and see the 2025 football opener at the Twin Cities Illini Club game watch on Friday, Aug. 29. Kick-off is 6:30 p.m.

Celebrate the return of college football and see the Fighting Illini take on Western Illinois on Friday, Aug.  29 at the Twin Cities Illini Club game watch. The Illinois football team returns a deep bench from last year's Citrus Bowl-winning team, and it looks to be  an exciting season for Illini fans!
 

Join Illinois alumni and friends at the club game watch at the Patty Wagon in south Minneapolis!
 

When: Friday, Aug. 29, 6:30 p.m. CT
Where: The Patty Wagon, 6042 Nicollet Avenue, Minneapolis, MN 55419