Jan 24 2008
Super Bowl XLII in Arizona is just around the corner. This site provides you with event, hotel, restaurant and ticket information.When: February 3, 2008
Where: University of Phoenix Stadium (Formerly Cardinals Stadium), Glendale, Arizona
Kick-off: 4:18 p.m. (6:18 p.m. EST)
Television: FOX
Radio: Westwood One
Superbowl Ticket Information:
The demand for tickets to Super Bowl XLII greatly exceeded the ability to accommodate the majority of fans interested in attending. Most tickets are made available through the two teams competing in the game, and to a lesser extent through each of the other NFL teams. Remaining tickets for the general public were made available through a random drawing.
Information courtesy: AZ Super Bowl Host Committee
Online Super Bowl Tickets
Superbowl tickets are available at rather high prices from a variety of brokers including Tickets Now. Get Tickets Now
VIP Super Bowl Packages
The Arizona Super Bowl Host Committee has VIP Packages available for those with dollars to spend. Details here.
Superbowl Parking and Transportation
The Host Committee recently launched a new section on its website, featuring the most recent parking and transportation information as it relates to Super Bowl XLII. The information will continue to be updated as Super Bowl XLII nears; it can be accessed by going to www.azsuperbowl.com, clicking on ‘Visitor Info’ and then ‘Transportation.’ Numerous interactive maps are also available.
Super Bowl Parties and Special Events
Even if you aren't attending the actual Super Bowl, you can enjoy lots of activities other than the big game itself.
Dozens of events are staged each year during Super Bowl week as well as in the months leading up to it. Some of them are handled by the NFL, like the NFL Experience, Taste of the NFL, and Game Day Hospitality, and some will be locally hosted by the Arizona Super Bowl XLII Host Committee. There are even some events that are sponsored by other promoters and private entities, Details here.
Glendale and the Glendale Express
You'll find that Wesgate and the Stadium Complex is just one of Glendale's centers of activity. A new Glendale Express will take you back and forth between Wesgate and Old Town Glendale. About the Glendale Express.
Westgate is Party Central... For Free!
When the big game comes to Glendale this February, Westgate will be at the center of the party, hosting football-related block party events as well as sponsor and corporate exhibitions. From Thursday, January 31 to Sunday, February 3, Westgate City Center will be the home for parades, fireworks, live music, and much more. All events at Westgate during this week are FREE to enter. More information can be found at: www.westgateaz.com and you can dowload a schedule of events here.
Scottsdale Festivities Super Bowl Weekend
A series of parties have already been confirmed for Scottsdale. These pre-game events offer something for everyone, no matter which team you’re rooting for! Check out this star-studded list of events on the Scottsdale website.
Scottsdale has put out a handy guide to Super Bowl festivities for the visitor.
Gridiron Celebrity Hoops Event
On Super Bowl eve, The family-friendly hoops event will include an explosive slam dunk contest with world-renowned streetballers, a pre-game kickoff performance, an entertaining half-time show, interactive games, and chances to win Super Bowl XLII tickets and NFL merchandise. Spectators will also have an opportunity to meet, greet, and obtain free autographs and photographs from their favorite football heroes and celebrities.
More information.
Shop Like a Movie Star
Visitors coming to Greater Phoenix for the Super Bowl XLII in February can shop like the stars with special Super Shopping Packages from Westcor and Spree! These VIP packages include limousine transportation, custom itineraries, and in-store personal service. Each packages is $595 for the first four people and $100 for every additional person. Reservations can be made at www.azshoppingspree.com
