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Duke Football Radio Show and Tailgate Dinner at the Washington Duke Inn & Golf Club

Date: Tue, Sep 15, 2026

Time: 5:30 PM - 8 PM

Venue: Washington Duke Inn & Golf Club, Durham

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Category: Community

The Duke Football Radio Show is returning to the AAA Four Diamond Washington Duke Inn & Golf Club, and you are invited to experience it live! From September 1 through the end of November, join Head Coach Manny Diaz and the legendary voice of Duke Football, David Shumate, for an exciting night of football talk, fan camaraderie and Blue Devil spirit right in the heart of campus. Start your evening at Vista Restaurant with a delicious tailgate spread served from 5:30–7 p.m. Enjoy favorites including savory beef brisket, pulled pork, Szechuan chicken wings and the Inn’s iconic shrimp and corn chowder before settling in for the show. Then, get ready for the live broadcast, featuring fresh insights, spirited conversation and a behind-the-scenes look at Duke Football you will not want to miss. And there is even more in store for fans who join us in person! Each week, guests will have the opportunity to win exciting prizes, including an overnight stay with breakfast for two at the Inn. Upcoming shows run from 7-8 p.m. on the following dates: Tuesday, September 1 Tuesday, September 8 Tuesday, September 15 Tuesday, September 22 Tuesday, October 6 Tuesday, October 13 Wednesday, October 21 Tuesday, October 27 Tuesday, November 3 Wednesday, November 11 Wednesday, November 18 Tuesday, November 24 All shows are open to the public and free to attend, and the tailgate menu and beverage items are available for purchase. The show, a production of the Blue Devil Sports Network from LEARFIELD, is broadcast locally on WRAL News+ (96.5 FM in Durham and 99.3 FM in Raleigh) and The Buzz (620 AM and 1550 AM). It is also available on Blue Devil Sports Network affiliates across the state and the Varsity Network mobile app. In addition, fans can watch the show on Facebook Live via the Duke Football Facebook page. A replay of the broadcast will be available the following day for those that subscribe to The Duke Football Podcast Network platform. For more information, follow Duke Football on Inst

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Duke Football Radio Show and Tailgate Dinner at the Washington Duke Inn & Golf Club

“Call Vista Restaurant early to reserve your buffet table near the broadcast.”

When
This Tuesday
Tue, Sep 15, 2026
5:30 PM - 8 PM
Ages
All ages
Price
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Duke Football Radio Show and Tailgate Dinner at the Washington Duke Inn & Golf Club
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The Duke Football Radio Show and Tailgate Dinner at the Washington Duke Inn & Golf Club is a live weekly broadcast event paired with a buffet dinner featuring classic tailgate foods. Families can gather at the Vista Restaurant to eat before watching the live show with Head Coach Manny Diaz and announcer David Shumate. If you plan to go, dinner runs from 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM, with the radio broadcast immediately following. The menu includes kid-friendly options like pulled pork, beef brisket, chicken wings, and the inn's signature shrimp and corn chowder. While the broadcast itself is free to watch, the buffet dinner requires a separate purchase, so call the venue ahead of time to confirm pricing and make a reservation. Parking is available on-site at the hotel lot. This event makes a great weeknight outing because it offers a structured, indoor environment where kids can see sports media in action. It is much easier to manage with younger children than a loud, crowded stadium game day, while still delivering plenty of team spirit.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Do you need tickets for the Duke Football Radio Show?
Attending the live broadcast is free, but the pre-show tailgate buffet at Vista Restaurant is a paid meal. Reservations are highly recommended.
Is this event suitable for young children?
Yes, the casual buffet format and hotel setting make it easier to manage toddlers and school-aged kids than a traditional stadium game.
Where do we park at the Washington Duke Inn?
Complimentary self-parking is available in the main lot of the Washington Duke Inn & Golf Club for restaurant and event guests.

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Duke Football Radio Show and Tailgate Dinner at the Washington Duke Inn & Golf Club runs Tue, Sep 15, 2026, 5:30 PM - 8 PM. It repeats every tuesday.

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Washington Duke Inn & Golf Club is at 3001 Cameron Blvd, Durham, NC. Open in Google Maps.

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