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Uno Social Club: Because Nothing Says ‘Fun’ Like Betrayal With a Side of Overpriced Drinks

Mattel’s Uno Social Club is bringing childhood trauma to Austin bars, complete with themed drinks and the inevitable destruction of friendships.

Chad Evans

By Chad Evans

Published July 18, 2025 at 11:35am


In a groundbreaking move that will surely revolutionize Austin’s already-thriving culture of people sitting around tables and yelling at each other, Mattel has announced the Uno Social Club—a pop-up event where adults can relive the trauma of family game night, but this time with alcohol. Because nothing says "fun" like watching your best friend slam down a Wild Draw Four while sipping an overpriced Uno-themed cocktail named "The Reverse Card Regret."

Murray’s Tavern, a bar previously known for hosting trivia nights where people aggressively Google answers under the table, will now be the battleground for Uno tournaments. That’s right, folks. The same game that made your cousin cry at Thanksgiving is now a competitive sport, complete with photo ops so you can immortalize the moment your roommate betrayed you with a perfectly timed Skip card.

Mattel, the geniuses behind this chaos, insist this is the "ultimate game night destination." Because what’s more ultimate than watching grown adults argue over whether "stacking" Draw Twos is a real rule? (Spoiler: It is, and if you disagree, you’re wrong.) The event promises themed drinks, which we can only assume will include a "Draw Four Tears" margarita and a "Skip My Tab" shot for when you inevitably lose and need to drown your sorrows.

And let’s not forget the real star of the show: the inevitable viral video of someone forgetting to yell "Uno!" and getting absolutely roasted by a room full of strangers. Move over, poker—Uno is the new high-stakes game of choice, where the only thing you’re gambling is your dignity.

So mark your calendars, Austin. On August 21st, Murray’s Tavern will transform into a den of card-flipping, drink-spilling, friendship-testing madness. Just remember: if you’re not prepared to lose allies over a game meant for children, maybe stick to Connect Four. At least there, the only thing you’re stacking is wooden discs, not emotional damage.