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Super Moments, Superstars, Super Game
An Associated Press Photo Exhibit
Gallery Glendale at Westgate Entertainment District (next to Cold Stone Creamery)
Opening Celebration, Friday, Jan. 9 from 6-9 p.m.
Open 6-9 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays in January. Also on Pro Bowl game day, Sunday,
Jan. 25, and on Super Bowl game day, Sunday, Feb. 1, from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.
The City of Glendale proudly presents this exhibit of 50 compelling Associated Press
images, including a photo from every championship game since the first game in 1967.
The public is cordially invited to the opening celebration on Friday, Jan. 9, from 6-9 p.m.
Relive the trials and triumphs of these iconic moments as Arizona embarks in hosting its
third Super Bowl. AP Images (www.apimages.com) is the exclusive commercial photo partner for the National Football League and the definitive source for NFL photographs, providing powerful and unique imagery of games, athletes and special events. For complete AP
coverage of the NFL visit http://pro32.ap.org. For more information, visit www.ap.org.
Gallery Glendale at Westgate is made possible through a partnership between the City of
Glendale and Westgate Entertainment District. The Gallery is located next to Cold Stone
Creamery. For more information, call 623-930-3557 or visit
www.glendaleaz.com/galleryglendale.
Admission is free
Westgate Entertainment District Parking is free except on Pro Bowl &
Super Bowl Sundays, $60 cash only.
For lot maps and specific details visit www.westgateaz.com/visitorinfo/superbowl/
Super Bowl XLIX “Green” Legacy Tree Planting Ceremony
Historic Sahuaro Ranch Park, 9802 N. 59th Ave.
Saturday, Jan. 24 at 9 a.m.
In honor of Arizona hosting its third Super Bowl, the City of Glendale has received a $3,500
grant to replace aged and dying citrus trees at the Historic Sahuaro Ranch Park. The grant
will be used by an all-volunteer force to help plant the new trees. The tree planting event
will take place on Saturday, Jan. 24, at 9 a.m. Four local cities were awarded matching
grants by the NFL and the Arizona Super Bowl Host Committee in partnership with Super
Bowl sponsor Verizon and local nonprofit Valley Permaculture Alliance. For more information,
visit www.azsuperbowl.com
Admission is free
Parking is free
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DIRECTV’s Super Fan Festival
Pendergast Family Farm, across from University of Phoenix Stadium
Wednesday, Jan. 28 to Friday, Jan. 30
Beginning daily at 5 p.m.
The three-day music festival will feature 12 artists, including: Zac Brown Band, Calvin Harris,
Imagine Dragons and Snoop Dogg. The festival also features a variety of other activities,
including a mechanical bull, a zip line, a carnival-style shooting range, a Par 3 Closest to
the Pin contest; a test track giving fans the opportunity to try a new car; a football skills
challenge hosted by NFL Hall of Famer Lynn Swann of the Pittsburgh Steelers; a Bud Light
Biergarten; and the Food Network’s “Cutthroat Kitchen Experience,” allowing fans an
opportunity to win cash and prizes. Jonathan and Drew Scott of HGTV’s “Property Brothers”
will also be on hand to emcee the opening sets each night at the HGTV Lodge.
Tickets are $99-$299, on sale now at www.stubhub.com/directv
A three-day package is also available for $299-$799.
Included with the ticket price.
The Westgate Entertainment District Super Music Series
Westgate Entertainment District just east of the Loop 101 on Glendale Avenue
Wednesday, Jan. 28 to Sunday, Feb. 1
6 to 10 p.m. each night from Jan. 28-31, and from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Feb. 1
The free outdoor concert series will feature a different music genre each night, from classic
rock and electronic dance music to country and 80’s hits. Westgate is home to more than
20 restaurants, bars and retailers in addition to an open-air beer garden around the stage
and other fan activities. Guests over 21 can also enjoy an open-air beer garden benefiting the 100 Club of Arizona, which provides financial assistance, emotional support, safety
enhancement stipends and other material aid to public safety workers and their immediate
family members. Westgate is home to Buffalo Wild Wings, Yard House, McFadden’s, Kabuki
Japanese Restaurant, Johnny Rockets, and the state’s largest AMC Theatres featuring
20 screens. For more information visit www.westgateaz.com/supermusic/
Admission is free
Westgate Entertainment District Parking is free except on Pro Bowl &
Super Bowl Sundays, $60 cash only.
For lot maps and specific details visit www.westgateaz.com/visitorinfo/superbowl/
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Westgate’s Prime Sport VIP Super Bowl Pregame Party
Westgate Entertainment District just east of the Loop 101 on Glendale Ave.
Sunday, Feb. 1, 2015 from 12:30 to 3:30 p.m.
Located steps from University of Phoenix Stadium, Club PrimeSport brings the desert,
football and indulgence together at this year’s Super Bowl Pregame Party, featuring
premium open bar, food, NFL celebrity appearances, entertainment and more. This year’s
celebration will be hosted by Emmitt Smith, Pro Football Hall of Famer, NFL’s all-time rushing leader, NFL Most Valuable Player and three-time Super Bowl Champion.
For more information, visit http://westgateaz.com/events/super-bowl/
Ticket packages to Super Bowl with VIP Hospitality Access starting at $3,240
To view or order tickets visit https://www.primesport.com/d/superbowl
Westgate Entertainment District Parking is free except on Pro Bowl &
Super Bowl Sundays, $60 cash only.
For lot maps and specific details visit westgateaz.com/visitorinfo/superbowl/
20th Annual Glendale Chocolate Affaire
Historic Downtown Glendale in Murphy Park
Friday, Jan. 30 and Saturday, Jan. 31
Noon to 10 p.m. Friday, and 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Saturday
The 20th Annual Glendale Chocolate Affaire in Historic Downtown Glendale will be a chocolate lover’s paradise, with special activities geared toward sports fans, as well. Visitors will
delight in the nearly 40 chocolate purveyors, featuring confections like chocolate-covered
strawberries, chocolate-drizzled kettle corn, chocolate-covered nuts, berry chocolate
kabobs, fudge popsicles, chocolate covered cheesecake and bananas, fried Twinkies, fried
Snickers dipped in chocolate and much more, along with free admission and free parking! The Chocolate Affaire is sponsored by Arizona’s famous candy makers, Cerreta Candy
Company. For more information, visit www.glendaleaz.com/events/
Admission is free
There are plenty of free parking spots in the downtown area, but event attendees also
have the option of paying for preferred parking in the two downtown garages, located
at City Hall, at 59th and Glendale avenues and the Bank of America Building, at 58th
and Glenn drives. Both garages should be accessed from 59th Avenue and Glenn
Drive. The cost of paid parking is $10.
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NFL Game Day Fan Plaza
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(Must have ticket to game)
University of Phoenix Stadium (must have ticket to the game)
Super Bowl game day, Sunday, Feb. 1 from 10 a.m. to kickoff
This interactive football experience will be open to ticket-holders only on Super Bowl
Sunday. It will feature four different interactive games that will challenge fans’ football
skills. The Extra Point Kick will test participants’ ability to convert an extra point through
regulation NFL uprights. Let It Fly puts participants in the quarterback position and shows
just how far each person can toss a spiral downfield. Next, the Quarterback Challenge
shows off accuracy on special targets. And finally, Touch Pass will test participants’ ability
to pass with enough arc to clear the defender and enough aim to drop in into the target.
Must have ticket to the Super Bowl game
Must have ticket and parking pass for the Super Bowl game
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Avondale Events
Super Saturday
Avondale Friendship Park | 12325 W. McDowell Road, Avondale
Jan. 31 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Whether you play football, are the world’s best arm-chair quarterback, or a football season
widow, this event is for you. Activities include a Flag Football Tournament, Kid’s Fun Zone,
Football and Cheerleading Clinics, Food Court and much more.
Info: 623-932-2260
Admission is free
Parking is Free
Avondale Bowl Bash
Hilton Garden Inn/Homewood Suites | 11460 W. Hilton Way, Avondale
Jan. 30 from 6 to 9 p.m.
Celebrate this great weekend of football with musical performance by JC &
the Juke Rockers, some spicy wings and sports activities for all including Madden
NFL video Game competitions. Info: www.avondale.org
Admission is free
Parking is Free
Buckeye Events
Buckeye Days
6th Street Plaza and the Hellzapoppin Rodeo Arena, Buckeye
Jan. 24-25 from 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Enjoy a cattle drive, parade, Wild West Show, gunfights, stunt shows and live music along
with a Mutton Bustin’ event and Senior Pro Rodeo, steak dinners, scholarship auction
and carnival. Info: www.buckeyemainstreet.org
Adults $8; ages 5-12 $4; Under 5 FREE
Senior Pro Rodeo: Adults $12; Students 13-17 $8; Under 12 FREE
Parking is free
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Peoria Events
Get Hooked on Peoria’s Big Game
Pioneer Park Lake | 8755 N. 83rd Ave., Peoria
Jan. 31 from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m.
Sponsored by Arizona Game and Fish, Cabela’s and the city of Peoria, enjoy a morning of
fishing. Wear your favorite team jersey and fish for some great prizes from Cabela’s. In addition, Cabela’s is giving away free fishing poles to the first 100 people who register. Arizona
Game and Fish will have poles available onsite to borrow for free. A $5 entry fee includes
food, a t-shirt and a raffle entry. However, there will be free fishing even if you don’t enter.
Info: 623-773-7137 or visit www.peoriaaz.gov/specialevents
Admission is $5
Parking is free
Surprise Events
Celebrity Flag Football Event
Surprise Recreation Campus | 15960 N. Bullard Ave., Surprise
Jan. 31 from 2-5 p.m.
The Surprise Recreation Campus-Surprise Stadium is hosting the 14th Annual Celebrity
Flag Football Challenge. The Celebrity Game will be led by NFL Alumni favorites Daunte
Culpepper and Doug Flutie, and will also feature Sideline Captain’s Boxing Legend
Evander Holyfield and MMA Superstar Big John McCarthy.
Info: 623-222-2222 or visit www.surpriseaz.gov/specialevents
$20 - $30
Parking is Free
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Wickenburg Events
8th Annual Silver Bit Classic
Everett Bowman Arena | 1201 Constellation Road, Wickenburg
Jan. 30 - Feb. 1
Entrance at 9 a.m.; Roping Begins at 10 a.m.
Get ready to rock your boots and experience the thrills and spills of the 8th Annual
Silver Bit Classic in Wickenburg, AZ. With eight different events throughout the weekend,
audiences will see saddling, bareback riding, steer wrestling, saddle bronc riding,
and tie-down roping. It’s great fun for the whole family.
Info: 208-940-0433 or visit www.ci.wickenburg.az.us
Admission is free
Parking is free
Glendale Convention & Visitors Bureau
Your One-Stop Shop for Arizona Travel Information
The Glendale Convention & Visitors Bureau boasts a countless collection of free local,
regional and statewide maps, brochures and travel information and is the first place to
start your Super Bowl journey. With more than 500 brochures on display covering Arizona’s
attractions, the helpful travel counselors can assist with accommodations, directions and
even dining recommendations.
Glendale Convention & Visitors Bureau
5800 W. Glenn Drive, Suite 140, Glendale, AZ 85301
623-930-4500 • 877-800-2601 • VisitGlendale.com
Monday-Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Events Subject to Change