State of Origin Game 2 lands on Wednesday 17 June, with kick-off at 8:05pm. If you would rather not watch at home, plenty of spots around Lane Cove and the Lower North Shore are throwing the game up on the big screens. Here is where to head, from a free family night under the stars to a pint and a schnitty with the crowd.
State of Origin on the Big Screen, The Canopy
Gather under the stars at The Canopy for the game on the large outdoor screen from 7:45pm. It is free and family-friendly, with food and Origin specials available from Sunset Diner nearby. The screening is weather dependent, so keep an eye on the forecast.
Where: The Canopy, 2 Rosenthal Avenue, Lane Cove
From: 7:45pm
Cost: Free
State of Origin at The Diddy
Settle in with mates at the Longueville Sporting Club (The Diddy) from 7:30pm. Grab a drink and watch the game on the screens in a relaxed, friendly local atmosphere.
Where: Longueville Sporting Club, Cnr Kenneth Street and River Road, Longueville
From: 7:30pm
State of Origin Live & Loud, Longueville Hotel
Catch the game live and loud on the screens at the Longueville Hotel, with $10 pints all game day. Get there early to grab a good vantage point before the first whistle.
Where: Longueville Hotel, 80 Longueville Road, Lane Cove
From: 8:00pm
Deal: $10 pints all game day
State of Origin at The Depot
Depot Brewery in Artarmon is showing the match on the big screens from 8:00pm, with $9 pints until points and $19 schnittys with any drink purchase. Bookings are recommended if you want to lock in a table.
Where: Depot Brewery, 1 Frederick Street, Artarmon
From: 8:00pm
Deal: $9 pints until points, $19 schnittys with any drink purchase
Wherever you land, get in early. These nights fill up fast. Go the Blues (or the Maroons, we will not tell).