There’s an UNBELIEVABLE amount of events going on in NOLA from now until Super Bowl! Some of it is free, some of it you’ll have to pay for and some of it you’ll never get into. No matter what, it’s all still pretty cool.
FREE STUFF
DirecTV's Seventh Annual Celebrity Beach Bowl
Sat, Feb. 2.
At Blaine Kern's East Bank Mardi Gras World (DTV SuperFan Stadium)
A celebrity flag football game. Pregame tailgate starts at 9am with interactive experiences, games and a concert by country singer Chris Young.
Doors for the game open at 11:45 a.m. and it’s first come, first served.
The pre-game show, hosted by Dan Patrick and Michael Strahan, starts at noon.
Playing in the celebrity game are: Snoop Dogg, Chace Crawford, Josh Hutcherson, Nina Dobrev, Maria Menounos, Scott Porter, Ian Somerhalder, Jenny McCarthy, Matt Bomer, Jesse Williams, Artie Lange, NFL Hall of Famers Deion Sanders and Warren Moon, former NY Giants Jesse Palmer and Amani Toomer, Heisman Trophy-winner and NFL great Eddie George and more. After the game and trophy presentation, fans will fill the man-made beach for a concert by Pitbull.
Player Appearances at Academy Sports and Outdoors:
Mark Ingram, Tues, Jan. 29, 6 p.m. Gretna
Jimmy Graham, Wed., Jan. 30, 6 p.m. Metairie
Rickey Jackson, Thurs, Jan. 31, 4:30 p.m. Covington
Deion Sanders, Fri, Feb. 1, 1 p.m. Covington
LaDainian Tomlinson, Sat, Feb. 2, 11:45 a.m. Metairie
Super Bowl XLVII Media Center Bridgestone Fan Gallery
Wed, Jan. 30 through Fri, Feb. 1
Get behind-the-scenes access to portions of the media center to see NFL players, celebrities and other athletes being interviewed for television and radio.
Free tickets (first come, first served) will be distributed from the lobby of Hall G of the New Orleans Convention Center on Wed, Jan 30th while supplies last.
Verizon Super Bowl Boulevard
The four-day festival in Woldenburg Park will include concerts on four different stages. On Thursday night at 6:30 the larger than life SUPER BOWL XLVII letters will arrive by barge. The arrival will be followed by fireworks on the river.
Apply for tickets to these free events through www.1iota.com It’s a first come, first served situation.
The Late Late Show with Craig Ferguson
Wed, Jan. 30
The show tapes in Jackson Square.
Tazon Latino VII Celebrity Flag Football Game
Thurs, Jan. 31
Ernest N. Morial Convention Center
Guests include Michael Irvin, Randall Cunningham, Deion Sanders, Jake Delhomme, Terrell Davis, Brian Westbrook, Derrick Brooks, Lorena Garcia, Alejandra Espinoza, Lindsay Casinelli, Susie Castillo, Aaron Sanchez, Felix Fernandez, Alan Tacher, Rolando Cantu, Alberto Riveron, DJ Strategy and Maripily Rivera.
VH1's Best Super Bowl Concert Ever
Fri, Feb. 1.
A concert featuring TRAIN
Michael Strahan will co-host the party at the Sugar Mill.
2nd Annual NFL Honors
Sat, Feb. 2
A two-hour awards special that will air nationally at 8 p.m. on CBS.
The Mahalia Jackson Theater for the Performing Arts.
Hosted by Alec Baldwin and feature entertainment by One Republic and the Soul Rebels Brass Band Lots of NFL players and coaches are scheduled to appear, including Drew Brees, Eli Manning, Peyton Manning, Troy Aikman, Archie Manning, Joe Montana, Deion Sanders and many more.
The red carpet will happen in Armstrong Park from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m.
CMT Crossroads Concert
Sat, Feb. 2
Journey and Rascal Flatts
The Sugar Mill
STUFF YA GOTTA PAY FOR:
Super Bowl Media Day
Tues, Jan. 29 10 a.m.
Fans will sit in the stands to watch thousands of media from around the world interview members of the participating teams on the field of Mercedes-Benz Superdome. Attendees will receive a Media Day gift bag that will include a radio to tune into the day's coverage on NFL Network. There will also be player and cheerleader appearances. Doors open at 8:30. Admission: $25
NFL Experience
Wed, Jan. 30 through Sun, Feb. 3
Interactive football theme park at Morial Convention Center. It features attractions, shopping, a Hall of Fame exhibit, live auction, a child-friendly NFL Rush Zone, youth football clinics, free NFL player autograph signings and more. Admission: $25 adult; $20 children 12 and younger.
Moves Magazine Super Bowl Party
Wed, Jan. 30, 9 p.m.
Metropolitan Nightclub hosted by Jay Glazer and entertainment by DJ Scram Jones. TV personalities, NFL coaches and players are among invited guests. Individual tickets cost $50-$165.
Leading Ladies Spectacular Ladies Night Out
Thurs, Jan. 31 6:30 p.m.
New Orleans Museum of Art
A charity event for The Metropolitan Center for Women and Children
An evening of music, dancing and shopping, with complimentary cocktails and hors d'oeuvres. Chris Culliver of the San Francisco '49ers and many other NFL athletes are expected to attend this benefit. Admission: $30 per person or $50 for two tickets.
Society Bowl
Thurs, Jan. 31, 10 p.m.NFL Network analyst Michael Irvin hosts a party with entertainment by DJ Scram Jones at Eiffel Society. Pre-sale tickets cost $40
Willie Roaf & Torii Hunter Big Easy Super Lounge
Thurs, Jan. 31 and Fri, Feb. 1
At the Old U.S. Mint.
Invited guests include Deion Sanders, Jahri Evans, Drew Brees, Jimmy Graham, Pierre Thomas and many more. The event features entertainment by DJs Big Tigger, Spinderella,Captain Charles and Diagnosis. Tickets start at $60 for general admission and $100 for VIP.
Super Bowl Gospel Celebration
Fri, Feb. 1 7:30 p.m.
UNO Lakefront Arena
NFL-sanctioned Gospel concert featuring Grammy Award-winning musical artists, active and retired NFL players and celebrity guests. Admission: $48.95-$110.75.
Super Bowl Breakfast
Fri, Feb. 1 at 8 a.m.
At the Hyatt Regency
Pro Football Hall of Famer Bart Starr will present his eponymous award to Jason Witten of the Dallas Cowboys. The program will be emceed by 3-time Super Bowl Champion Brent Jones and 7-time Olympic commentator Lewis Johnson. Admission: Individual tickets $120-$180; Tables $1,200-$1,800.
Marshall Faulk's One Night Only
Thurs, Jan. 31 7 p.m.
The Columns Hotel
A party benefiting Africa for the Future. Hosted by NFL Hall of Famer Marshall Faulk and featuring silent and live auctions, an open bar, passed hors d'oeuvres, and musical performances by Jonathan Batiste and Les Nubians, as well as students from the New Orleans Center for Creative Arts. Celebrity guests include: NFL Hall of Famers Faulk, Michael Irvin and Eric Dickerson; actors Dwight Henry and Wendell Pierce; and Darren Sharper. Admission: $250 per person.
'Kick Off Your Shoes' Benefit
Wed, Jan. 30 at 7 p.m.
Restaurant August
NFL Pro Bowler and Carolina Panthers Wide Receiver Steve Smith hosts a fundraiser for Samaritan's Feet, an organization that washes the feet of the homeless and families in need, and provides them with new shoes and socks. The event includes a cocktail party, dinner, and the "Barefoot Auction" of autographed, game-worn cleats donated by NFL players. NFL legends, current players and coaches are expected to attend. Admission: $500 per person.
The NFL Foundation Super Bowl Celebrity Bowling Classic
Thursday, January 31, 2013
AMF All Star Lanes- Williams Blvd., Kenner
Registration begins at 6pm, First ball at 7pm
A team of four amateurs bowl two games each with rotating celebrity captains – including current and former NFL players and members of the Pro Football Hall of Fame.
Entry fee is $300 per bowler or $1000 per Foursome team. Entry includes the buffet, soft beverages, bowling shoes and abovementioned merchandise for up to four bowlers per lane. Guests of bowlers may attend the event at a fee of $50 per person and enjoy the buffet and beverages.
Friday, Feb. 1st, 11am
National WWII Museum
Lakewood Golf Club – Algiers
A blind draw matches a team of five amateur players with a celebrity captain – including current and former NFL players and members of the Pro Football Hall of Fame. Entry fee is $1,750.
Jaws New Orleans Cigar Party
Thurs, Jan. 31, 7 p.m.
Ron Jaworski hosts a party with ESPN personalities including Mike Tirico, Jon Gruden, Mike Ditka, Suzy Kolber, Mike Golic, Merril Hoge and other celebrities
Admission is $500 per person.
Salute to Earl Morrall
Fri, Feb. 1 8 a.m.
Morial Convention Center
A breakfast to honor former quarterback Earl Morrall for his longtime contributions to hunger relief is at Several NFL players and special guests of the NFL will be present and seated at each table. Admission: Individual tickets, $125; Table of 8, $1,000.
Leather & Laces
Fri, Feb. 1 and Sat, Feb. 2.
Axxis Sports and Entertainment hosts the tenth annual Leather & Laces party. Celebrity hosts include Kendra Wilkinson, Jenny McCarthy, Stephanie Pratt and Audrina Patridge (Friday), and Jamie Chung, Rachael Leigh Cook, Brooklyn Decker and Josh Henderson (Saturday). The party at Second Line Stages will also feature live performances by Cirque USA, Jim Karol, DJ Michael Jerome, DJ Avi and DJ Automatic throughout the weekend. Individual tickets cost $450-$2,000.
Legends for Charity Dinner Presenting the Pat Summerall Award
Thursday, Jan. 31, 5:00-8:30pm
Hyatt Regency
Master of Ceremonies Rich Eisen,NFL Network Host. 2013 Honoree: Archie Manning. Special Guest Speakers James Carville and Mary Matalin. Individual Tickets $175 Includes open bar, dinner and program
All Proceeds to benefit the St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.
Hobnob with NFL greats like Mike Ditka, Lawrence Taylor, Dan Reeves, Rich Gannon, Ron Jaworski, Kevin Turner, Kyle Turley, Jack Youngblood, Merril Hoge, Adam Schefter and more to benefit Gridiron Greats Assistance Fund and The Kevin Turner Foundation. $500 tickets also include food and open bar. Live performance by Kyle Turley Band.
Drew Brees' Hurricane Sandy Relief Concert
Fri, Feb. 1, 9 p.m.
House of Blues
Performances by Nelly and Swizz Beats.
General admission tickets cost $1,000, Second-floor VIP access is $1,500.
Taste of the NFL
Sat. Feb. 2 at 7 p.m.
Morial Convention Center
Food and wine tasting featuring a top chef from each of the 32 NFL team markets paired with a current or former NFL player from each team. The extravaganza also features live entertainment, silent and live auctions. Admission: Individuals, $600; VIP tables of 10, $7,000.
Jeep Heroes Tailgate with The Roots and ?uestlove
Sun, Feb. 3
Generations Hall
The Roots perform, and ?uestlove plays a DJ set.
Tickets are available for $400 and include premium bar and food, plus more tailgate fun
OTHER COOL STUFF YOU'LL HAVE A HARD TIME GETTING TICKETS FOR
BUD LIGHT HOTEL
Wyndham Riverfront Hotel
(Madden Bowl Party)
Thurs, Jan. 31st
A party featuring a performance by Lil Wayne
(Rolling Stone Party)
Fri, Feb. 1
A party featuring performances by rappers Pitbull and Flo Rida.
'America’s Got Talent' host Nick Cannon will serve as the party’s deejay.
(Super Bowl Bash)
Sat, Feb. 2
A party featuring performances by Stevie Wonder and Gary Clark Jr.
The Talk Tv Show
Mon, Jan. 28 through Fri, Feb. 1.
Hosts Julie Chen, Sara Gilbert, Sharon Osbourne, Sheryl Underwood and Aisha Tyler will be chatting from Jackson Square.
Guests for the week include James Brown (the sportscaster), Pat Monahan, Craig Ferguson, Neil Patrick Harris, Kevin Frazier, Drew Brees, Vanessa Williams, Jamie Deen, Daniel Dae Kim and Emeril Lagasse.
You can't get into the audience but you can go down to Jackson Square, hang around and try to run into Drew.
EXPRESS 1MX Ultimate Shirt Shop and Welcome to New Orleans Happy Hour
Thurs, Jan. 31
EXPRESS hosts an invite-only shopping event from noon to 5 p.m., and a happy hour follows from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Hyatt Regency French Quarter Hotel.Invited guests include Sedrick Ellis, Curtis Lofton, Curt Menefee, Kevin Negandhi, Darren Sproles and many more.
Tim McGraw Performance
Fri, Feb. 1 6 a.m.
Country superstar Tim McGraw will perform at the House of Blues as part of a spot for 'Good Morning America.'
Coors Light Super Cold Party
Fri, Feb. 1, 9 p.m.
Rebirth Brass Band and Ice Cube will perform at this invite-only party at the Howlin' Wolf.
NEXT Event
Fri, Feb. 1
ESPN takes over Tad Gormley Stadium with an exclusive party featuring a special performance by CeeLo Green with Goodie Mob, along with music by DJ D-Nice. Kelly Rowland will serve as the celebrity social media ambassador.
The Playboy Party
Fri, Feb. 1, 11 p.m.
The exclusive party at Jax Brewery Bistro Bar will be hosted by 20 Playboy Playmates with music by DJs Devin Lucien and Jesse Marco and a special performance by B.o.B. A pop-up Bootsy Bellows VIP room will be hosted by David Arquette and John Terzian.
DirecTV Super Saturday Night
Sat, Feb. 2
East Bank Mardi Gras World
A performance by Justin Timberlake
The party, which benefits Shriners Hospitals for Children, also features DJ ?uestlove of the Roots and will be co-hosted by Mark Cuban’s AXS TV.
GQ Magazine Super Bowl Party
Sat, Feb. 2
The Elms Mansion
Lil Wayne will perform
Hennessy Wild Rabbit Super Bowl Bash
Sun, Feb. 3
Republic
A party featuring performances by Nas and ?uestlove.
