Every membership kit tells a story.
In 2015, even though we weren’t sure exactly what would come of the Roaring Riot and where the future would lead, it was clear that wherever we were going to go, we were going to go together. That’s why our first shirt in 2015 featured the One Riot logo. And in 2016, our membership shirt said We Are One. 2017 replaced the i in Riot with a 1. It’s been a thing.
We are One. We were then and we are now.
Every year has an incredible highlight, to the point where it’s easy to forget just how far we’ve come – in 2015, our first year, we took over the pools in Jacksonville and brought 500 rowdy Carolina fans down to Florida for Week 1 to kick off what turned out to be the best season in Panthers history. In 2017, Cam wore our membership shirt and talked about what it meant to change the culture. In 2019, we celebrated with over 900 Panthers fans in London and had the owner of the team asking to make a cameo at OUR party and lead us in Sweet Caroline. That moment was what many consider to be the peak of the Roaring Riot.
It wasn’t just about that party and it wasn’t just about the game — it was about the statement: We are everywhere.
In 2020, devastated by empty stadiums and a regime change that systematically gutted the best our franchise had to offer, we had a dedicated section at our home team’s stadium for the first time ever – yes, it was during a time when only 20% of the stadium was full…but we made our mark. We. Did. That.
From 2021-2024….well. It’s been a tough time to be a Panthers fan. But that hasn’t stopped us from creating memories. From trying to Rebuild the Roar. From bringing over 350 Panthers fans to Germany to celebrate with Jonathan Stewart to welcoming our new draft picks outside the stadium the day after they’re selected to throwing a freakin’ MUSIC FESTIVAL, the Roaring Riot has been a huge part of what it means to be a Carolina Panthers fan.
From the beginning, community impact has been baked into our DNA. Through our 501(c)(3) nonprofit, the Roaring Riot Foundation, we’ve raised tens of thousands of dollars for local youth programs, supported families in crisis, and partnered with other organizations to serve Charlotte and beyond. Each tailgate ticket, every beer at the tailgate, each membership isn’t just a contribution to the experience—it’s a contribution to the cause.
What started as a vision for a more unified, passionate Panthers community has grown into something bigger than we ever imagined. Now, ten years later, we’re reflecting on a decade of unforgettable moments, wild road trips, deep friendships, and a culture that has forever changed what it means to be a Panthers fan. We’ve been there for the highs and we’ve been there for the lows. The only thing that changes is how much beer we’re drinking at the tailgate.
Actually, that doesn’t change that much.
With all that said, we’re so excited to bring you YOUR membership shirt for the 2025 season – our tenth anniversary and the tenth membership kit we’ll be sending to those OG members who have been around for the long haul (we see you, Loretta 😘). Designed by the incredible Joe Bello (with our commemorative patch art designed by the equally talented Elyse Tichuk), this design highlights the fact that the Riot has been here, cheering on our team, for 10 years.
Each membership kit shipped in 2025 will feature a Roaring R10t membership shirt, commemorative patch, koozie and keychain – no matter where you are, you’ll be able to rep the Riot and let ’em know who your crew is.
Ten years in, the Roaring Riot isn’t just a fan club. It’s a culture. It’s a lifestyle. It’s a family. We’ve built something that transcends wins and losses. We celebrate the highs and weather the lows together. Our community is inclusive, passionate, loud, and proud. Whether you’re repping the Riot in Charlotte or watching from afar, you’re part of something real.
We can’t wait to see where we’re at after another ten years – let’s hope there are some parades mixed in there with the tailgates, the Away Game Experiences and the parties.
To join the over 6,000 current Roaring Riot members all around the world and have some fun with us, check out the 2025 membership packages.
