Written by PigskinLovingLady on January 29, 2010 at 10:21 am
If you’re one of lucky ones traveling down to South Florida this weekend, here’s a list of events. Ranging from inexpensive to costly, family-friendly to grown folks, I hope this helps.
Fri., Jan. 29
Super Art in Park – Free music from Ketchy Shuby, Fourth Dimension, Jacob Jeffries Band and DJ Le Spam & the Spam Allstars; art; sports memorabilia; kids’ activities. 6 p.m.-midnight, Ponce Circle Park, 2810 Ponce de Leon Blvd., Coral Gables.
South Florida FanFest - Sinbad Sports and Billboard present festival of sports memorabilia, player autograph signings, Orange Bowl stadium tribute area with pieces of the old stadium for sale, interactive games and music. Miami Beach Convention Center, 1901 Convention Center Drive. 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Jan. 29-30; 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Jan. 31. $15 for adults, $10 for children under 12. Info: southfloridafanfest.com.
Celebrity Joes VS Pros Boxing at Westin Diplomat Resort and Spa - Former NFL greats, Miami Dolphin players and celebrity guests
Bud Light Kick Off Party at Bud Light Hotel - Party hopping, celeb spotting, and a welcome party like only Bud Light can throw.
Super Art In The Park at Ponce Circle Park - Live music, art, sports celebrities, memorabilia, super bowl themed activities and much more.Sat., Jan. 30
Pro Bowl practice: Watch 86 of the NFL’s biggest stars at a free practice for the 2010 Pro Bowl. 9 a.m., Lockhart Stadium, 5301 NW 12th Ave., Fort Lauderdale.
USA Football: Team USA vs. The World: USA Football’s 2010 Junior National Team (45 of the country’s top high school seniors) play 45 of the best players ages 19 and under from around the world. Noon, Lockhart Stadium, 5301 NW 12th Ave., Fort Lauderdale. Free.
Super Saturday in the Street: Free “extreme tailgating” event hosted by the South Florida Super Bowl Host Committee and local businesses. Noon-6 p.m., between 19th and 21st avenues, downtown Hollywood.
Pinball Palooza Family Day: Billed as “pinball meets football,” meet NFL players, see pinball machines, play games. 2:30-5:30 p.m., Old School Square, 51 N. Swinton Ave.,Delray Beach. Family admission is $5 (arcade games not included).
7on7 Celebrity Tournament at Miami Lakes Park - Pass-only youth tournament with celebrity guests to raise money for Haiti.
NFL Flag Tournament of Champions at Sun Life Stadium - Twenty four teams nationwide battle to be the Champions of NFL Flag.
Super Saturday in the Street at Hollywood ArtsPark - Extreme tailgating event in downtown Hollywood.
Pro Bowl Public Practice at Lockhart Stadium - Practice featuring NFL Pro Bowl players. Open to the public.
Jan. 31
Game Day Fan Plaza: The NFL’s free pregame entertainment area on the grounds of Sun Life Stadium (Gates F, G and H) with interactive games, Vince Lombardi Trophy and Super Bowl rings on display, player appearances (11 a.m.-2 p.m. for autographs), entertainment, food and merchandise. Free to the public. The NFL Flag National Tournament of Champions featuring 24 teams of kids ages 9-14 will take place on the clinic field. All participants will be recognized on the field prior to the Pro Bowl and receive tickets to the game. 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Go to sbxliv.clickandpark.com for free parking coupon.
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