New Bengals Murals, WHO DEY!

The Cincinnati Bengals are back for a new season and local artists are designing new Bengals murals in the city to show their support! There are new fan favorites to check out when you’re downtown that will be sure to get you in the football spirit. Take lots of selfies and group photos with them! Don’t forget to tag the creators and the team to keep the momentum going and promote positivity between sports and art.

Rule The Jungle Mural

Near the home venue of the National Football League, Paycor Stadium (previously known as Paul Brown Stadium) is a massive mural with a tiger roaring the words, “ Rule The Jungle”. Our outdoor stadium is referred to as, “The Jungle” and is where our Tigers take down their opponents on the field. The Bengals have always been known for their legendary saying, “Welcome to the Jungle” but recently adopted this new phrase that displays a fierce confidence for great achievement!

Rule the Jungle Bengals Mural on the side of a building with a tiger. — Rule the Jungle Mural

“Rule The Jungle signifies the high standards and energy we expect to see on the field, in the stands and in all areas of our organization. Rule The Jungle is a mentality that displays our confidence and strength. It is the feeling of exuberance each fan will feel on gameday, like a queen or king sitting on a throne, as we celebrate together in a stadium that is back to full capacity. To rule is powerful. Reach new heights. Build. Win. Rule. This is the path forward.” -Elizabeth Blackburn, Director of Strategy & Engagement, Cincinnati Bengals.

The “Rule The Jungle” mural is located on the side of Kitty’s Sports Bar on 218 West 3rd Street. It’s so close to the stadium that you can see it in the distance along the river. Kitty’s is the perfect destination to stop at before or after the game. The piece was made by artist Benjamin Thomas.

Cincinnati Against the World Mural

Another awesome new mural that’s getting everyone fired up is the “Cincinnati Against The World” painting. This painting includes a leaping Bengals tiger in Goose Alley. The mural is a collaboration by creative entrepreneurs Jarvarri Lewis, Floyd Johnson, Ohio Against The World, and Jason Snell. This piece is on the side of Holiday Spirits bar and gourmet hot dog window, Senate at 1538 Race Street. Around the corner at the front entrance is a window painting with the popular phrase “WHO DEY!” by artist Tom White. Yell it out as you walk in as a gesture of hello and comradery!

Cincinnati Against The World Bengals Mural with tiger — Cincinnati Against The World Mural

Be sure to grab one of the best hot dogs in town and a drink from some of the friendliest bartenders that add to the fun atmosphere.

Everyone involved in making these murals are creating something meaningful for the community. They are adding to the energetic environment that football gives to our city. This Championship Team brings people of all backgrounds together for a common goal. Show your pride, passion, and love for the game as we encourage our team to reach victory and make it to the Super Bowl for the second year in a row!

Written by: Christen Collins

Bengals Watch Parties

The Bengals are BACK baby! As much as we love Summer and are sad to say goodbye, Fall comes with too many goodies to not be excited about. Pumpkin patches, Halloween, great weather, and most importantly, football! If you like being out and about on game days, this blog is for you. We have a list of great spots to catch the game where you can cheer on the Bengals with a crowd of fans.

Paycor Stadium - Home of the Cincinnati Bengals

Bircus Brewing Covington
- Bircus is showing the games in Covington all season! Eat some pizza and drink great beers while cheering on the Joey B Show!
Braxton Barrel House
- Every Sunday, football will be going on every TV and the audio will be on!
Braxton Brewery
- Every Sunday, football will be going on every TV and the audio will be on!
Covington Yard
- Every Game Day, football will be on, live DJ before all games, and beer buckets for purchase!
Dave and Busters
- Huge TV’s, fresh wings, and fun games for halftime.
Fowling Warehouse
- Play football while watching the game! Game will be on multiple TV’s, a huge screen, and audio will be ON. You can bring your own food, full bar available + beer bucket specials, and you can win prizes throughout the game!
Galla Park Gastro
- Every Sunday, football will be going on every TV and the audio will be on!
Holy Grail Tavern
- Stop by for the pre-game show or stay for the whole game! Cold beers and the game on.
In Between Tavern
- Steps away from the Bengals stadium, this is the place to be before, during, and after any game!
Keystone Bar and Grill
- Kick off game DEY in the Cov – All-you-can-eat buffet including hot dogs, sliders, wings, buffalo chicken dip, and more!
- Specialty cocktails like the $6 Shooter McPherson, $7 The Griddy, $8 Joe-to-‘Marr-g, and $18 domestic buckets.
Lola’s Coffee
- Garage will be open and there will be drink specials, a shot table, swag giveaways, and MORE!
- Watch the game on the TVs, or swing through before heading to the game!
Madtree Taproom
- Enjoy the Game on all TV’s with sound.
- Food specials, signature cocktails, sweet merch, and fan-favorite giveaways.
Moerlein Lager House
- Amazing pre-fest party before every game – enjoy a bounce house, live DJ, fowling, a photo booth, and more!
- Stay for the game and enjoy our full menu of food and drinks.
Newport on the Levee
- Game will be on the big screen. Enjoy live music, food and drink vendors, and activities for the whole family.
O’Bryans Bar and Grill
- Enjoy cold beers, fresh food, and the game on every TV.
O’Malley’s in the Alley
- Steps away from the Bengals stadium, this is the place to be before, during, and after any game!
OTR StillHouse
- Avoid the crowds and head to OTR StillHouse before, during, or after any Bengals game. Free parking, craft beer, and house made cocktails.
Streetside Brewery
- Join Streetside for every Bengals game this season – cold beer, cocktails, and food from Black Dog Grille
The Establishment
- Touchdown Shots, ‘Jungle Juice’ Cocktails, and the game on every TV!
The Growler House
- Open early on game days – 12pm!
- Game + sound on ALL TV’s.
- Drink specials all day long.
Yard House
- Huge TV’s with the game on every TV.

WHO DEY ART

It’s a positive time for the city of Cincinnati and everyone is showing their pride for the
Bengals Football Team! The Bengals have influenced a joyous shift in energy in the Queen City this season and what a great time of year it is, being the year of the Tiger!
Our communities are coming together in comradery to support the players of the
Cincinnati Bengals to their championship game and Local Artists all over town are
illustrating their passion for the team! It’s incredible to see the crossover of sports and
arts and Cincinnati is the perfect place to experience it!

The Art Academy of Cincinnati is known for always encouraging creative expression
and has been helping people connect with what inspires them for over 100 years! This
historic school recognizes how much the Bengals going to the Super Bowl has
motivated people to come together and that it shares a sense of history in the making.
The Academy recently changed their “A’ sign on the outside of the building from a blank
orange background to adding tiger stripes to show their support for the team as we
cheer them onto victory!

Right around the corner from the AAC you can find a mural by artist Floyd Johnson that
says, “No matter how much it hurts you have to keep going”. This quote is just one of
Floyds encouraging messages that he provides for the people of Cincinnati and his
current work does the same with the phrase, “Cincinnati Against the World”! This
saying appeared as the Bengals progression picked up speed and recognition. Floyd is
the founder of Ohio Against the World and his new design says it all when it comes to
not underestimating the power of Cincinnati, Ohio! You can purchase garments from
him that have these words on them in an effort to represent the greatness of this area
and the people that are from here! https://www.instagram.com/floydfromohio/

Arnold’s Bar and Grill is known for being a canvas of art outside and within! The family-owned business features a window painting by Bill Humphrey that specializes in
lettering! These diehard fans know how to praise their favorite team with this window
display, cheers to Who Dey! https://www.instagram.com/arnolds_cincinnati/ https://www.instagram.com/billhumphrey1.618/

Even their General Manager, Rebekah Del Matto is getting into the spirit of things with
her whimsical designs as a Mural Painter, otherwise known as the Cincy Wallflower!
Year of the Tiger? More like “Year of the Bengals”! https://www.instagram.com/cincywallflower/

Local Artist Javarri Lewis pays homage to the Cincinnati Bengals by painting the
players portraits as his contribution to the respect he has for them. He first started
displaying these incredible paintings on his fire escape in Over-The-Rhine to give the
community a visual of what representing pride looks like in the neighborhood. Since
then, he has made several paintings of the beloved players and continues to root them
on as they head to the Super Bowl! https://www.instagram.com/javarrilewis/

Two permanent Bengals themed murals that Cincinnati is excited to have, are located
on Central Avenue by the talented Artist, Bunk News also known as Visual Junk. These
clever wall pieces are throwbacks of classic cartoon characters that add to the jovial
vibrations that the city is experiencing right now. With an effort to keep the happy
momentum going, these pieces are truly inspiring and a lot of fun to see!
https://www.instagram.com/bunk_news/ https://www.instagram.com/visualjunk/

No matter if you’re a new fan or have been for your entire life, you can’t help but to take notice of and be moved by the positive impact that celebrating the Cincinnati Bengals has had on the people of Cincinnati. Through art and sports, we can come together on the same ground and have a sense of hope for better things as our Bengals take on their championship game!