Here’s a rundown of all the Bowl activities for this weekend…. Nashville’s Holiday Tradition
(Event days, times, and details are subject to change)
**EVENT IS OPEN TO THE GENERAL PUBLIC
Call the Bowl office at 615.743.3130 for Bowl Week special event questions.
**Franklin American Mortgage Coaches Luncheon– December 26
The official chalk talk is an event for the players, coaches, administrators, and fans in town for Bowl Week. Fans have a chance to interact with SEC & ACC student-athletes and coaches including an opportunity to have a Q & A session with both head coaches from the participating schools. Nearly 1,000 were in attendance during last year’s event. The Luncheon begins at 11:30 a.m. and is held at the famous Wildhorse Saloon on historic 2nd Avenue in the heart of The DISTRICT, downtown Nashville. RSVP’s required. Open to the general public. For Luncheon tickets, call the Bowl office at 615.743.3105. Tickets are $50. Franklin American Mortgage serves as the title sponsor and WKRN News 2 serves as the presenting sponsor of the Bowl Coaches Luncheon.
Wives & Daughters Event – December 26
A fun-filled day for the wives & daughters of coaches, administrators, and Bowl VIP’s. The special guests are given a taste of what Music City has to offer as they are given a VIP tour for a day at some of Nashville’s best attractions, including an event at the world-famous Bluebird Café for lunch and live entertainment. Invitations are required.
**MusicFest & Battle of the Bands presented by CMT – December 26
Nashville’s calling card is music. From rock to bluegrass, jazz to country, Music City is home to some of the best musicians and entertainment in the world. MusicFest is the ultimate party atmosphere downtown the night before the game. Thousands of fans will converge on world-famous 2nd Avenue for the outdoor block party featuring SEC & ACC pep bands and cheerleaders. Multiple venues will open their doors to Bowl fans for a memorable downtown event where various genres of live music will play throughout the night. Show your Bowl Patch (Patches available via MusicCityBowl.com) and receive special Fan discounts at participating Patch Partner locations. Admission is Free to Battle of the Bands! The event is from 5-7 p.m. and is open to the general public. CMT serves as the presenting sponsor. After the Battle of the Bands head down to the Sommet Center to check out Music City’s Nashville Predators take on the Chicago Blackhawks at 7 p.m.
SunTrust VIP Dinner– December 26
A special event hosted by SunTrust and the Bowl’s Board of Directors, this event is exclusively for university administrators, coaches, and other VIP’s in town for Bowl Week. Featuring live entertainment Music City style, VIP’s will be treated with true southern hospitality. Invitations are required. SunTrust serves as the title sponsor.
Pre-game Tailgate Party – December 27
Experience an incredible tailgating event a few hours prior to the Bowl. Exclusively for Bowl sponsors, corporate ticket package purchasers, and other VIP’s, the pregame event is aboard the General Jackson. The Tailgate Party includes food & beverage. Perfect for entertaining customers or having fun with friends & family, the event opens its doors at 4:30 pm until kick-off. Invitations are required and available though our Corporate Ticket Packages. Comcast Spotlight serves as the presenting sponsor.
**Fan Zone Area –December 27
This pre-game party leads up to the Bowl. Open to the general public, fans from the SEC and ACC will have an opportunity to party within steps from LP Field in the South End Zone Area Lot R (admission is Free). Interactive games will be provided for the entire family. It’s a great start for gameday and a great way to be a part of all of the pageantry of the Bowl. Festivities begin at 4:00 p.m. Open to the general public.
**Gaylord Hotels Music City Bowl | LP Field | December 27
One of the hottest post-season Bowl games in America as the ACC and the SEC Conferences square off in Music City at LP Field on Sunday, December 27 at 7:30 p.m. CST. Broadcast live on ESPN and through the Nevada Sports Radio national network, the Bowl is Nashville’s Holiday Tradition. The ACC and SEC feature some of the largest, most loyal, and rabid college football fans in the country. The official match-up will be announced Sunday afternoon, December 6.
