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The Miami Hurricanes are playing for the national championship Monday night. So, where will you be when they face the Indiana Hoosiers?

We’re guessing you didn’t shell out $4,000 for a ticket at Hard Rock Stadium. But maybe you don’t want to sit on your ratty couch during this historic matchup. We can’t blame you.

The UM vs. IU game is bound to be beyond electric, with the added excitement of the Canes playing at home and the Indiana quarterback Fernando Mendoza a Columbus High School grad.

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So, get out there on the town with your fellow Canes fans who have patiently waited for this moment since 2001. While most sports bars will offer some type of celebration, we found a few watch parties with a little something extra. Here’s our list:

Downtown Miami

E11EVEN: Want to be in the middle of the action? At E11EVEN, ground zero for some of the wildest blowouts on record, it’s scientifically impossible to experience FOMO. Just ask the Florida Panthers who racked up a $500,000 bar tab after winning the Stanley Cup. The downtown 24/7 ultraclub will broadcast the game on multiple screens including the main one, 30-feet high. If the Hurricanes, win expect this place to go wild. Don’t worry, you can spend way less than the hockey players did. Monday night’s tickets, which are only available at the door, start at $44.70. Though this establishment technically never closes, it’s recommended you get there by 6 p.m. Info: E11EVEN, 29 NE 11th St., Miami; www.11miami.com.

Lost Boy Dry Goods: Downtown Miami bar Lost Boy is a cozy place to watch the big game. Starting at 7:30 p.m., Hurricanes fans can cheer on their team while enjoying a brew or two. Wearing orange and green is recommended. Info: Lost Boy Dry Goods, 157 E Flagler St., Miami; www.lostboydrygoods.com

Brickell

Dom’s: Neighborhood cocktail bar Dom’s, attached to Brooklyn-inspired pizzeria DC Pie Co., is doing the happy dance over college football’s biggest night. They’re extending their affordable happy hour until 10 p.m., meaning you get fancy cocktails, like the Amaro Spritzs and Dirty Basil Gin & Tonic, for just $8. Bar bites including pepperoni chips, personal pies and signature hot chicken wings are also $8 a pop. Bonus round: For every Canes touchdown, every guest gets a spicy “Category 5” tequila shot for free. Doors open at 5 p.m. Info: Dom’s, 1010 Brickell Ave., Miami. 786-453-6888. www.domsmiami.com

Edgewater

Amara at Paraiso: Ditch the jersey and put on something cute. Because Amara at Paraiso just sent out an invite. The stunning waterfront hot spot has teamed up with food influencer Gio Gutierrez of @ChatChowTV to bring revelers a perfect cocktail for toasting. Even those who don’t know the difference between a sack and a tackle. The Miami Hurricane rum and passionfruit infused tipple, $16, is inspired by the New Orleans original. Doors open at 4 p.m. Info: Amara at Paraiso, 3101 NE Seventh Ave., Miami; https://amaraatparaiso.com

Miami Beach

Sweet Liberty Drinks & Supply Co.: This cocktail destination has the distinction of being ranked one of the best bars in the world, and it rarely fumbles when it comes to making adult beverages. Enjoy watching the players battle it out on a giant projector while imbibing a Dope AF lychee martini and a PB&J Old Fashioned. Soak up the booze with elevated comfort dishes from Michelle Bernstein. “Natty” specials include $5 Jameson shots, and five buffalo chicken wings for $10. Doors open at 4 p.m.

Info: Sweet Liberty, 237-B 20th St., Miami Beach; www.mysweetliberty.com

Wynwood

Cerveceria La Tropical: Cooler climes are here, and we know just the spot to spend game night, when it’s predicted to be in the 50’s: Cerveceria La Tropical’s tropical botanical garden in the heart of Wynwood. Specialties include $1 hot dogs with the purchase of any of the brewery’s “passionately handcrafted” beers Doors open at 6 p.m. Info: Cerveceria La Tropical, 42 NE 25th St., Miami, 305-741-6991; www.cervecerialatropical.com.

Overtown

The Urban: This Overtown entertainment venue regularly hosts events featuring entertainers like 2Chainz and Miami DJ Fly Guy. Rain or shine, you can expect The Urban to be a good time. At its championship game watch party, customers will hear live DJs and can purchase food and drinks while the big game is on the screen. Doors open at 6 p.m. Info: The Urban, 1000 NW Second Ave., Miami; www.https://theurban.miami

Miami Gardens

Top Golf: The location in Miami Gardens is hosting a ticketed watch party on game day. Customers can play golf while the game is shown. Food will be served from 7 to 9 p.m. and all non-alcoholic beverages come with tickets. Unlike at Hard Rock Stadium, parking is also included with ticket purchases. Info: Top Golf Miami Gardens, 17321 NW Seventh Ave., Miami Gardens; tickets are $36.22 at www.eventbrite.com

Doral

Kings Dining & Entertainment: This CityPlace Doral venue is a great place for those you don’t necessarily follow football. They’ve got a lot to entertain you with at the 20,000-square-foot complex: bowling, billiards and arcade fun. Even if you’re not into the gridiron action, you can fuel the fandom with Corona or High Noon buckets for $20, Modelo towers for $25, and $5 house margaritas. Before kickoff, take advantage of happy hour bargains from 4 to 6 p.m., with all pizzas half price. Info: King’s Dining and Entertainment, City Place Doral, 3450 NW 83rd Ave., Suide 152, Doral; www.playatkings.com

North Miami

Da Cave: Here is where bar meets lounge, and people 21 and up can watch the big game in style at this BYOB watch party. Food and drink will be available for purchase, and for those with championship ambitions, bottles and sections will also available for purchase. Doors open at 7 p.m. Info: Da Cave, 13641 NW 7th Ave, North Miami; https://dacavemiami.com

Broward

Club Valult: If you’re a Hurricanes fan in Broward County, head to Hollywood for Club Vault’s watch party. At this ticketed event, the first 200 ticket RSVP’s can get free admission before 6 p.m. The watch party will be from 5 p.m. to 11 p.m., and an afterparty will happen from 11 p.m. to 2 a.m. Drinks will be available for purchase and a live DJ will be playing music throughout the night. First 200 to show are admitted free, then tickets start at $20. Info: Club Vault, 2801 Greene St., Bay 4, Hollywood; https://posh.vip/e/miami-eveningfix-all-vibes-no-sections-art-basel-weekend-1

Want to add your watch party to this list? Email us at mmarr@miamiherald.com and mbutler@miamiherald.com for consideration.