Pro Football Hall of Fame Fan Fest – IX Center

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Pro Football Hall of Fame Fan Fest

Hey football fans, did you know that the first ever Pro Football Hall of Fame Fan Fest is coming to the I-X Center on May 3-4, 2014?  You won’t want to miss this exciting event as Jim Brown, Joe Namath, Barry Sanders, Lynn Swann, Terry Bradshaw, Marshall Faulk, Warren Sapp & Franco Harris will be among an unprecedented gathering of 100 Hall of Famers.

There is so much to do and see at the Pro Football Hall of Fame Fan Fest, including:

• A 30,000 square foot reverential walkthrough experience upon entry, dedicated to the participating Hall of Famers.
• The Gridiron. A full size 100 yard indoor field with special clinics conducted by Hall of Famers, featuring local College and High School teams. Fans and families will also have free time to play on the field, with Hall of Famers stopping by for visits.
• Draft Chalk Talk Theater. A 1,000 seat presentation theater, where fans will interact with Hall of Famers to discuss the upcoming 2014 NFL Draft. Fans are encouraged to participate in Q & A.
• Legends Theater. A 1,000 seat presentation theater, where fans will witness Hall of Famers discuss memorable football moments on their Road to Canton. CNN legend, Larry King will host the Saturday ‘Road to Canton’ sessions. Pro Football Hall of Fame President, David Bakerwill host the Sunday sessions. Fans are encouraged to participate in Q & A.
• FREE memorabilia appraisals by Heritage Auctions (ha.com) “The World’s Largest Collectibles Auctioneer”.
• Interactive games of skill, suitable for all ages, including Quarterback Challenge, Touchdown Run, Lineman Push, Backyard Kick,Buttonhook, Shotgun Challenge, Mini-Camp & Combine and more.
• A gallery of iconic bronze busts on display, rarely removed from their home in Canton.
• PHOTO OPPORTUNITIES: Fans will have a chance to take photos with Hall of Famers in the bust gallery, and throughout the expansive show floor.
• A Pro Football Hall of Fame exhibit titled, “Pro Football and the American Spirit”, featuring footage and rare artifacts honoring NFL players as members of the U.S. Armed Forces.
• Radio Disney Cleveland family friendly shows. Saturday 5-7pm and Sunday 1-3pm.
• A 6,000 square foot official Pro Football Hall of Fame merchandise store.
• FREE PARKING at the I-X Center.

There are four separate shows that make-up the two-day Fan Fest (see showtimes below).  Each show will feature different Hall of Famers.

See event schedule for: Saturday | Sunday

Show 1 – Saturday, May 3: 10 AM – 3 PM
Show 2 – Saturday, May 3: 4 PM – 9 PM
Show 3 – Sunday, May 4: 10 AM – 3 PM
Show 4 – Sunday, May 4: 4 PM – 9 PM

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• Autograph Sessions:  There will be eight autograph sessions each day and each session will feature five different Hall of Famers.  Limited Autograph Session tickets are on sale now and can be purchased for $300. General Admission to Fan Fest does not include admittance to Autograph Sessions. To read the Autograph Session Policy click here>>>
• Terry Bradshaw One-Man Show:  Hall of Famer Terry Bradshaw will perform his one-man show called “Terry Bradshaw: America’s Favorite Dumb Blonde…My Life in Four Quarters,” twice on Sunday, May 4 at 2:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m.  Accompanied by his singers, “the I-Qties,” and live band, Bradshaw shares stories about growing up in Louisiana, his four Super bowl rings, three marriages, toupee modeling days and his broadcasting and acting careers divided into the “four quarters” of his life.

GIVEAWAY:

One lucky reader will receive TWO FREE general admission tickets to the Pro Football Hall of Fame Fan Fest!  This giveaway will end on Monday, April 28th.  You can enter once per day.  Good luck!

Disclosure:  All opinions are my own.  Thanks to IX Center for providing the tickets for the giveaways and for promotion.

This content has been compensated as part of a promotion for the Cleveland Parenting Expo.  However, all opinions remain my own.  #parentingexpo

GIVEAWAY over!  Winners please check your emails.  The winners are:

• Lauren Cobb
• Sarrah Melendez
• Karren Nelson
• Lisa Hatcher
• Cristy Plas

Calling all parents!  Parenting Expo is coming to Cleveland for the first time, and I can’t wait!

The Cleveland Parenting Expo which will be held at the IX Center on April 26th and April 27th, is fun for the whole family and for parents of all different stages.  This includes new and expecting parents as well as the more seasoned parent.   Being a parent of three young boys, I need all the tips and tricks that I can get, so I’ll be there for sure.

This two-day event will allow you to gather valuable information from well known speakers and respected parenting pros.  You’ll also get a chance to snag exclusive coupons, goody bags, FREE samples (you know how we love those), watch product demos, enter giveaways, and meet with specialists.

Don’t leave the kids at home as they will surely want to come along for fun!  The Cleveland Parenting Expo will have activities, entertainment, and demonstrations stations that will keep even the most active child engaged.  Some of these activities include, face painting, balloon artists, storytelling, crafts  and even meeting some characters your kiddos will love.  They’ve even thought of the littlest ones as there will be comfort stations set up with nursing and diaper-changing facilities.  Best of all kids under 14 are FREE!

While at the Parenting Expo you won’t want to miss the awesome speakers lined up.   These speakers include:

• Dr. Debi Gilboa, Parenting Expert, AskDoctorG.com
• Jim Tressel, former head coach at The Ohio State University and currently Executive Vice President for Student Success at the University of Akron
• Dr. Geoffrey Putt, Psy.D., Director of Parenting & Family Support Services and Director of ADHA/Executive Functioning Assessment Program at Akron Children’s Hospital.

To top it all off there will be many prizes and giveaways to enter. In fact, one person who attends the Parenting Expo will win a 55” LED TV! Exciting, right? The winner does not need to be present but you do need to register at the show to enter the drawing.

Cleveland Parenting Expo Details:

When: Saturday, 4/26 10 – 5 pm
Sunday, 4/27  11-4 pm
Where: IX Center
Cost: $10 online or $12 at the door – 14 years and older.  Kids under 14 are FREE
Purchase tickets: Online or at Discount Drug Mart