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Whether you plan to celebrate or commiserate, tonight’s U.S. national election is bound to stir strong feelings, even among those of us north of the border. If watching the political drama unfold with a crowd sounds like the right move for you, we’ve rounded up a few local spots where you can catch every gripping, poll-defining moment starting at 5 p.m.

Don’t panic (alone) Rio Theater

Join host Charlie Demers and an audience ready to laugh, groan and maybe a few exasperated sighs as the Rio Theater screens the presidential election showdown between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump, complete with a big screen, a cozy bar and plenty of seats.

Tickets: $5, available here

Watch every tense moment of election coverage on The American, where it will be broadcast live on big screens with full sound. And if the results get a little hard to swallow, Downlow Burgers will be there to help soften the blow.

RSVP here

Democrats Abroad BC is hosting an official election watch party at Pleasant on Main Street. Follow election results live, enjoy themed cocktails and pick up election merchandise. DJ Goodspin will be on hand with quizzes.

RSVP here

Good Co. (North Van and Richmond)

For those outside of Vancouver looking for a place to watch the election, Good Co. Northwoods and Good Co. Steveston still have capacity. Both sites will broadcast election coverage on select screens in their spaces.

RSVP here (Vancouver North) and here (Richmond)