As the National Football League's regular season continues, the Green Bay Packers are bringing the spirit of Lambeau Field and American football to Berlin next, with special "Packers Huddle" free fan gatherings planned for the German capital next weekend.
The Packers Huddle in Berlin will be a two-day, free celebration on 8-9 November, starting on Saturday from 5 to 9 p.m. at LVL World of Gaming (Schützenstraße 73) and ending on Sunday with a Huddle "Tailgate" brunch from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. at BRLO Charlottenburg (Giesebrechtstraße 15). Both events will feature special guest and Packers legend Jason Spitz, who will meet and take photos with fans.
Fans planning to attend the Packers Huddle events in Berlin are asked to RSVP, with registration now open via the NFL's OnePass app. To register directly or learn more information about the event, please visit https://www.packers.com/deutschland.
Though the Packers are not playing games overseas this year, the Berlin Huddle events will precede the international NFL game in Berlin on 9 November, allowing fans in Germany to experience the excitement and the camaraderie of football season.
Saturday, 8 November: The event at LVL World of Gaming will feature a friendly Madden NFL Tournament, a live, hour-long episode recording of 'Icing the kicker' podcast from kicker and Footballerei, a quiz show with prizes and a Packers Pro Shop retail pop-up store so fans can purchase authentic Packers merchandise directly from Lambeau Field. The event will also feature a Packers history documentary screening and special guest appearances.
Saturday's festivities will be emceed by Florian Ambrosius, moderator and media personality. Ambrosius is a German TV presenter who has worked extensively with RTL and currently serves as one of two hosts for RTL NFL Live and also as RTL's sideline reporter for NFL coverage, bringing his sports science background and expertise as a former American football player to the broadcasts. Ambrosius will entertain and welcome fans while leading interactive Packers-themed contests featuring prizes and giveaways. A local Berlin DJ also will provide music throughout the weekend for fans.
The event's friendly Madden NFL Tournament will invite fans of all levels to test their skills, with winners receiving Packers prizes. The grand prize winner will take home a year-long subscription to DAZN, one of the NFL's international streaming partners, to follow the NFL all season long. Additionally, fans can try complimentary samples of beloved tailgate foods from Wisconsin.
Sunday, 9 November: The fun will continue on the next day at BRLO Charlottenburg, inspired by the legendary tailgates of Lambeau Field with classic games including cornhole and jenga, plus complimentary face painting and samples of Wisconsin tailgate foods. Fans can kickstart their gameday with the Packers over a themed brunch menu and specialty Berlin beer cocktails. Seating is available on a first-come, first-served basis and is limited, so early arrival is recommended.
Sunday's event will feature Dominik Eberle as emcee. Dominik Eberle is a German-born kicker from Fürth who moved to the United States at age 14 and set multiple records at Utah State University before entering the NFL as an undrafted free agent. Having played for five different NFL teams during his career, the Packers signed Eberle in February 2022 to compete for the kicking position behind veteran Mason Crosby.
By registering, fans can receive a chance to win special Packers prizing, including an autographed mini helmet from Keisean Nixon, an autographed jersey from Daniel Whelan, and additional prizes. Entry to the event is available on a first-come, first-served basis and advance NFL OnePass signup does not guarantee Huddle admission. Huddle attendees must have their NFL OnePass QR code scanned on-site at the designated prizing area to see if they've won.
The event in Berlin is the final of three Packers Huddle events in Europe this fall, with previous events held in Dublin in September and London in October. The Packers Huddles are part of the team's efforts to build the brand globally in conjunction with the NFL's Global Markets Program, which is aimed at driving fan growth beyond the U.S. The program awards clubs with marketing rights to countries around the world, allowing them to pursue programming, digital initiatives and other fan engagement opportunities that are consistent with what they can do in their home market.
About Jason Spitz: An offensive lineman, Spitz was selected by the Packers in the third round of the 2006 NFL Draft out of the University of Louisville. During his five seasons with the Packers from 2006-10, Spitz played 65 games, starting in 45 of them. His finest season was in 2008, when he showcased his versatility and consistency by starting at three different positions and not missing a single snap. Spitz contributed to an offensive line that was instrumental in securing the Packers' 13th championship in 2010, when they defeated the Pittsburgh Steelers in Super Bowl XLV (45). Spitz retired from the NFL in 2011, following a season with Jacksonville. He wore #72 for the Packers.
About Icing the kicker: Since 2022, "Icing the kicker" has been the weekly NFL podcast from kicker and Footballerei, providing football fans every Thursday with passion, expertise, and opinions on American football. Hosted by Alex "Kucze" von Kuczkowski and Footballerei expert Christian "Detti" Detterbeck, the crew analyzes the most exciting topics of the week together with rotating kicker editors and guests like Sarah Jüttner from DAZN or Adrian Franke – covering everything from the most important news and the match-up of the week, to the legendary icebreakers and upset picks. Icing the kicker is one of the largest German-language podcasts about American football, offering in-depth analysis, strong opinions, and plenty of enthusiasm for the NFL – directly from and for the German-speaking American football community.
Icing the kicker is available on kicker.de and major Podcast Platforms.
About the Green Bay Packers: The Green Bay Packers, an iconic professional American football team established in 1919, are the only community-owned team in U.S. professional sports, with more than half a million fans owning shares in the club. Remarkably, though the team plays in Green Bay, Wisconsin—by far the smallest city in the National Football League with just over 100,000 residents—the Packers are the league's most successful franchise, with 13 championships, including four Super Bowls. The club's legendary home stadium, Lambeau Field, has sold out every game since 1960 and is celebrated as one of the best gameday experiences in sports. Generations of Packers season ticket holders are known to warmly welcome all fans to their pregame tailgate parties. The entire state of Wisconsin rallies behind the Packers, with fans proudly referring to themselves as "Cheeseheads" in a nod to the state's dairy heritage, made famous by the foam cheese hat now recognized worldwide as a symbol of the team. The Packers are more than an American football club; they are a beloved tradition that unites a community, a state and fans around the world.
