ARE YOU READY FOR SOME FOOTBALL? Everything You Need to Know About The Super Bowl Experience Presented by Lowe’s
by Laura Byrne
Tampa was built to host the Super Bowl. This year, the Riverwalk takes center stage for pre-game events to give the community and our visitors a chance to step inside the world of the NFL with an interactive experience for kids of all ages. That includes you, mom and dad! As of print day, our home team, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, was heading to the NFC Championship game (YAY!), so cheers to hoping they’re heading to the Super Bowl as you read this!
WHEN: SELECT DAYS JAN. 29-FEB. 6 ALONG THE TAMPA RIVERWALK
UPDATE: The Super Bowl Experience at Julian B Lane Waterfront Park is at capacity and no longer taking reservations or walkups/standby. Demand surged once the Bucs won the NFC Championship. You can still enjoy the Super Bowl Experience events at Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park and Technology Village. We have more Big Game related events on TampaBayParenting.com.
BEFORE YOU GO: You’ll need to download the NFL OnePass app at www.NFL.com/OnePass and book your time slot for free. Capacity will be limited, so you’ll want to book as soon as possible. You can also use the app to play games, receive digital content, enter a virtual queue for autographs and even register for prizes, including tickets to Super Bowl LV. Also, pack your favorite face mask because face coverings will be required for all guests. Bag size will be limited too, so don’t bring your giant purse—bags larger than 18 inches by 16 inches by 8 inches will not be permitted. Among the items you won’t be allowed to bring in: selfie sticks, food and beverages, coolers, camcorders or video recorders and more. Plastic baby bottles will be allowed. For a complete list of prohibited items, check the app. A good rule of thumb is to pack light—just bring yourselves and a small purse to carry wallets, keys and phone.
WHAT TO EXPECT: The event is designed for social distancing and outdoors, with NFL activations and activities stretching 2.7 miles along Tampa’s Riverwalk between Julian B. Lane Park and Sparkman Wharf. The interactive theme park known as Super Bowl Experience will be at Julian B. Lane Park. You’ll get a chance to virtually meet NFL players and legends, snap a photo with the Vince Lombardi Trophy and participate in interactive games like a 40-yard dash and vertical jump against NFL players on LED screens. All 54 Super Bowl rings will also be on display. While you can walk the Riverwalk, another great way to check out other activities, and even get to your parked car, is to hop on the Pirate Water Taxi which stops along the way
HOURS OF OPERATION:
While the standby line has been cancelled for Julian B Lane Park, you can still attend the events at Curtis Hixon Park and Technology Village which do not require a reservation, but you will need the NFL OnePass app to gain entry. F riday, Jan. 29: 5-10 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 30: 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 31: 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday, Feb. 1: CLOSED Tuesday, Feb. 2: CLOSED Follow on social @TampaBayLV Wednesday, Feb. 3: 3-10 p.m. T hursday, Feb. 4: 3-10 p.m. or visit TampaBayLV.com Friday, Feb. 5: 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 6: 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. *Dates and times subject to change
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