PARTY GUIDE: Super Bowl LI Parties & Events
Style Magazine Newswire | 1/30/2017, 4 p.m.
HOUSTON - Super Bowl LI is so much more than the game itself. Fans can enjoy a week-long celebration filled to the brim with exciting parties and family-friendly events that extend far beyond NRG Stadium.
No ticket? No problem. There's a long list of options to get involved and enjoy great food, LIVE entertainment, and a bevy of parties beginning January 28, 2017.
We suggest you wear a pair of comfortable shoes and head downtown to create your lasting Super Bowl LI memories --- off the field.
Note: All events subject to change. Updated January 26, 2017.
Super Bowl Countdown Clock
- Discovery Green
- FREE
- http://housuperbowl.com
Grab your mobile device and take a selfie in front of the 15-foot Super Bowl LI Countdown Clock at Discovery Green. This football-shaped clock is counting down the hours and minutes left until the big game on Sunday, February 5. Other Super Bowl LI Countdown Clocks are located at NRG Stadium, Bush Intercontinental Airport and Houston Hobby Airport.
Super Bowl LIVE
Jan. 27 to Feb. 5
- Discovery Green
- FREE concerts
- housuperbowl.com
Family friendly! Super Bowl LIVE is a FREE 10-day festival with concerts featuring some of the biggest local names in the music business. Houston-based performers will appear on the main and secondary stage throughout the week, including bands The Tontons, Wild Moccasins, Los Skarnales, Nick Gaitan, Fat Tony, Buxton and many more.
Super Bowl LIVE headliners appearing on concert stages include:
Main Stage
Saturday, Jan. 28
9:15 p.m. – Blue October
7:45 p.m. – The Tontons
6:30 p.m. – Wild Moccasins
5:30 p.m. – Gio Chamba
12:30 p.m. – The Band PureClass
Sunday, Jan. 29
7:45 p.m. - Lecrae
6:30 p.m. – Calvin Martyr
5:45 p.m. – Lyric Michelle
12:30 p.m. – Picture Book
Monday, Jan. 30
7:45 p.m. – Nick Gaitan
6:30 p.m. – Sarah Jaffe
5:30 p.m. – Walker Lukens
Tuesday, Jan. 31
7:45 p.m. – Bright Light Social Hour
6:30 p.m. – Sam Lao
5:45 p.m. – Lunar New Year
Wednesday, Feb 1
9:15 p.m. – Ryan Bingham
7:45 p.m. – Hayes Carll
6:15 p.m. – Buxton
4:00 p.m. – Feel Rich Fitness Hour
Thursday, Feb. 2
9:30 p.m. – Solange
8:00 p.m. – Robert Glasper Experiment
6:45 p.m. – Lizzo
5:45 p.m. – Ingrid
Friday, Feb. 3
9:15 p.m. – Leon Bridges
7:45 p.m. – Shakey Graves
6:15 p.m. – Robert Ellis
4:00 p.m. – Feel Rich Fitness Hour
12:30 p.m. – The Suspects
Saturday, Feb. 4
9:00 p.m. – ZZ Top
7:30 p.m. – Gary Clark Jr.
6:00 p.m. – The Suffers
Sunday, Feb. 5
2:00 p.m. – Los Skarnales
12:30 p.m. – Grupo Fantasma
11:00 a.m. – Feel Rich
Discovery Green Stage
Saturday, Jan. 28
5:30 p.m. – Young Mammals
4:15 p.m. – Young Girls
3:00 p.m. – Adam Bricks
12:00 p.m. – Sherita Perez
Sunday, Jan. 29
5:45 p.m. – Doughbeezy
5:00 p.m. – Guilla
4:15 p.m. – Blaze X Black
3:30 p.m. – RYMNA
2:45 p.m. – Genesis Blu
12:00 p.m. – Muddy Belle
Monday, Jan. 30
5:30 p.m. – Folk Family Revival
4:15 p.m. – The Mighty Orq
3:00 p.m. – John Egan
Tuesday, Jan. 31
5:30 p.m. – thelastplaceyoulook
4:15 p.m. – Another Run
3:00 p.m. – Glass the Sky
Wednesday, Feb. 1
5:30 p.m. – Second Lovers
4:15 p.m. – Max Flinn
3:00 p.m. – Little Outfit
Thursday, Feb. 2
5:30 p.m. – Bang Bangz
4:15 p.m. – Children of Pop
3:00 p.m. – Julia Cole
Friday, Feb. 3
5:30 p.m. – Wrestlers
4:15 p.m. – Catch Fever
3:00 p.m. – Us
12:00 p.m. – Vodi
Saturday, Feb. 4
5:30 p.m. – Dollie Barnes
4:15 p.m. – Say Girl Say
3:00 p.m. – Mind Shrine
12:00 p.m. – Soul Dig
Sunday, Feb. 5
2:15 p.m. – The Allen Oldies Band
1:15 p.m. – Mango Punch
Future Flight
- Jan. 28 to Feb. 5
- Discovery Green
Don’t miss this! The local Super Bowl LI Host Committee partnered with NASA and leading aerospace companies to create Future Flight. This signature attraction at Super Bowl LIVE will combine a virtual reality experience with a 90-foot drop tower that will take passengers on a trip to Mars and back, landing on the field just in time for Super Bowl LI.
Built Ford Tough Toughest Tailgate Challenge
- Location: Discovery Green
- Date: January 28 - February 5
Ford, the Official Truck of the NFL is coming to Houston. Fans will have an opportunity to kick a Toughest Tailgate Field Goal but rather than your regular goal post, this one is made out of Built Ford Tough Trucks.
Saturday, Jan 28
2-3 p.m. Brian Cushing, Houston Texans Linebacker
4-5 p.m. Will Fuller, Houston Texans Wide Receiver
Sunday, Jan 29
2-3 p.m. Nick Novak, Houston Texans Kicker
4-5 p.m. Bruce Matthews, Former Offensive Lineman
Monday, Jan 30
6-7 p.m. Owen Daniels, Houston Texans Tight End
Tuesday, Jan 31
6:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m. Kordell Stewart, Former Titans Quarterback
Wednesday, Feb 1
2-3 p.m. Chris Simms, Former Titans Quarterback
4-5 p.m. CJ Fiedorowicz, Houston Texans Tight End
Thursday, Feb 2
4-5 p.m. Randall Cunningham, Former Eagles & Vikings Quarterback
6-7 p.m. Anthon Munoz, Former Bengals & Bucs Offensive Tackle
8-9 p.m. Tyron Smith, Dallas Cowboys Offensive Tackle
Friday, Feb 3
2-3 p.m. Jim Kelly, Former Bills Quarterback
7-8 p.m. Zack Martin, Dallas Cowboys Offensive Guard
Saturday, Feb 4
2-3 p.m. Phil Simms, Former Giants Quarterback
4-5 p.m. Boomer Esiason, Former NFL Quarterback
Super Bowl LI Bike Tour
- Saturday, Feb. 4
- 11 a.m.
- More information
Join LetsDoThisHouston to explore the Houston streets with stops at Super Bowl LIVE. A bike valet will be available at Super Bowl LIVE to store your bike while you enjoy the festivities at Discovery Green Park.
Media Kickoff Party for Super Bowl Media Week
- Sunday, Jan. 29
- Ecurie25 Supercar Club - City Centre
- 9 p.m.
- By invitation only (Limited number of tickets available to the public)
- Ticket information
Join NFL Alumni/Analyst/Talk Show Host ND Kalu along with the NFL, Media, and Celebrity guests for our Media Kickoff Party for Super Bowl 51 Media Week. This soiree is industry exclusive. A LIMITED number of guests can purchase an RSVP for $100.
Texans House
- Feb. 2-4
- The Grove at Discovery Green
- 10 a.m. – 2 a.m.
- nflonlocation.com/texans-house/
Family friendly! Texans House will transform The Grove at Discovery Grove into a Houston Texans hospitality venue for Super Bowl LI fans and guests.
The Texans House will feature daily interactive opportunities, cigar rollers, DJs, live bands, food and autograph sessions and photos with former and current NFL players, cheerleaders and special guests.
The NFL Experience
- Jan. 28 to Feb. 5
- George R. Brown Convention Center
- $35 for Adults
- ticketmaster.com
Family Friendly! The NFL Experience offers fans with the opportunity to experience all the Super Bowl LI festivities. Visitors can experience interactive games, youth football clinics, autograph sessions, virtual reality technology, see the Vince Lombardi Trophy and more! Tickets are $35.00 for adults and $25.00 for children 12 and under. An NFLXtra Fast Pass may be purchased for $55.00. Hours are as follows.
Saturday, Jan. 28 (10 a.m. to 10 p.m.)
Sunday, Jan. 29 (10 a.m. to 8 p.m.)
Wednesday, Feb. 1 (3 p.m. to 10 p.m.)
Thursday, Feb. 2 (3 p.m. to 10 p.m.)
Friday, Feb. 3 (10 a.m. to 10 p.m.)
Saturday, Feb. 4 (10 a.m. to 10 p.m.)
Sunday, Feb. 5 (10 a.m. to 3 p.m.)
NFL Opening Night Celebration
- Monday, Jan. 30
- Minute Maid Park
- 5:30 p.m.
- Tickets start at $20
- ticketmaster.com
Family friendly! Fans can enjoy the big kick-off celebration and listen to media interviews with Super Bowl players after they are introduced on the field, receive autographs by NFL Legends, meet the cheerleaders, team mascots and a Red Carpet fan photo opportunity. Tickets start at $20. Doors open at 5:30 p.m.
Luminaries of the Game Grand Gala Event
- Wednesday, Feb. 1
- 7 p.m.
- Marriott Marquis Houston
The Houston Super Bowl Host Committee grand gala event, Luminaries of the Game, will be held February 1 at the new Marriott Marquis in downtown Houston.
The event will honor Houston luminaries, Janice and Robert McNair to recognize all they have done for the city of Houston.
The Gala will feature members of the NFL Pro Football Hall of Fame and sports celebrities to spotlight all that makes Houston a great location for Super Bowl LI and to showcase Houston as the city of the future.
The charitable goal of the event is $1 million, with an additional $1 million to be matched by the NFL Foundation. All proceeds will benefit the Houston Super Bowl Host Committee’s charitable giving program, Touchdown Houston, which will distribute the funds to Houston-area nonprofits.
Club Nomadic
- Thursday, Feb. 2 - Sam Hunt
- Friday, Feb. 3 - Bruno Mars
- Saturday, Feb. 4 - Taylor Swift
- Sawyers Yard on Edwards Street
- 8 p.m.
- ticketmaster.com
Club Nomadic, a 3-story collapsible nightclub entertainment center, will be located at Sawyer Yards in the Washington Avenue Arts District, two miles from Downtown Houston.
This 62,500-square-foot nightclub will host events Feb. 2-4 including Sam Hunt, the Chainsmokers, Bruno Mars, and Taylor Swift on Super Bowl eve. Seating options include floor-level general admission, tiered mezzanines and a private experience for VIP ticket holders.
Organizers did advise that there is no parking available for concertgoers and that guests should take an Uber ride or shuttle to the event.
The BIG TEXAS Party
- Thursday, Feb. 2
- Silver Street Studios
- 7 p.m.
- Tickets start at $125
CultureMap, ESPN Radio, and SB Nation present The BIG TEXAS Party on Thursday, February 2 at Silver Street Studios.
This Texas-sized event is designed for the people who love Texas and will be hosted by Ed "Too Tall" Jones and Randy White, and celebrates the city of Houston. Special guest appearances by Texas football players. Enjoy an evening of beer, BBQ and bourbon.
Legends for Charity Dinner
- Thursday, Feb. 2
- Marriott Marquis Houston
- 5:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
- Business Attire
- Tickets start at $250
- Visit legendsforcharity.com/
The Legends for Charity dinner will present the 2017 Pat Summerall Award to Rich Eisen, NFL Network Studio Host of AT&T’s “The Rich Eisen Show.” The dinner will be a celebration of his life and career showcased with video tributes and guest speakers,
The Pat Summerall Award honors an individual who has made a significant contribution in the sports field and was created in honor of the late beloved legendary broadcaster for his contributions to the NFL for over 50 years.
Proceeds benefit St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.
Ditka & Jaws Cigars with the Stars Party
- Thursday, Feb. 2
- Irish Cowboy
- 7 p.m. to 10 p.m.
- Tickets start at $500
- Buy tickets here
This VIP party features a red carpet entrance and premium cigars from the industry's top brands, single-malt scotch, heavy appetizers and football celebrities to keep you entertained throughout the evening.
Open premium bar from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. Transportation to the Pastorini Super Party 2017 will be provided after Ditka & Jaws Cigars with the Stars.
Pastorini’s Super Party 2017 starring Mark Chestnut & Tracy Byrd
- Thursday, Feb. 2
- Red Neck Country Club, Stafford
- 8 p.m.
- $85
- danpastorinicharity.org/super-party
Join the party with musical headliners Mark Chestnut and Tracy Byrd while raising money for local charities.
This all access pregame Super Bowl Party will feature gourmet Texan fare, open bar, and hand-rolled cigars. Hit the red carpet and pose for the paparazzi while brushing shoulders with celebrities and athletes such as Mean Joe Greene, Mike Ditka and Bob Lilly. Proceeds benefit Be An Angel, Bum Phillips Charities and Gridiron Greats.
Bulls and Blackjack
- Thursday, Feb. 2
- VIP Reception 6-7 p.m.
- Event 7 p.m.
- Private Manor in River Oaks
- www.bullsandblackjack.com
The Players Party
- Feb. 2-5
- Sam Houston Race Park
- Doors open at 3 p.m.
- Visit PlayersParty2017.com
NFL Players & Alumni, Music Headliners, Media, Famous Foodies, Supermodels & Superfans converge for this 4-day Super Bowl bash. Guests will enjoy interactive games, concerts, carnival games, Celebrity Lip Sync Contests and a swag bag for every attendee. This is the “World’s largest Super Bowl Viewing Party” and it’s affordable. Discounted 4-day passes are available.
Entertainment includes Hunter Hayes, The Dazz Band, Tracy Byrd, Montgomery Gentry, Jamie Lynn Spears and many, many more.
The Houston Power Party
- Thursday, Feb. 2
- Houston Museum of Natural Science
- 10 p.m.
- Tickets start at $100
- Buy tickets here
The Houston Power Party is hosted by Houston City Council Member, Larry Green, the Santana Dotson Foundation and the Moran Norris Foundation.
Art, fashion, music and sports will collide for an exciting evening during Super Bowl week. Enjoy multiple interactive experiences throughout the museum, access to one-of-a-kind exhibits, celebrity appearances, theatrical lighting and concert level sound.
Casino Royale “Luv Ya Blue” Red Carpet Experience
- A Night with the Houston Oilers
- Thursday, Feb. 2
- OROA Furniture, 4444 Westheimer
- Start at $250
- Tickets
Isiah Carey of "The Factor" and Theresa Roemer will host an upscale and exquisite Super Bowl Experience Party celebrating the NFL's greatest with some of Houston's football history. Featured Houston Oiler guests include Warren Moon, Cris Dishman, Leonard "BUBBA" McDowell, Marcus Robertson, Lamar Lathon, Haywood Jeffires, James Williams and more.
The Govenor’s House
- Thursday, Feb. 2
- 9:30 p.m. – 2:30 a.m.
- Sterling House on Bagby
- Tickets start at $25
- Buy tickets
Launch Super Bowl weekend in grand style at Sterling House. Enjoy wonderful food and supreme music. The music selector for this event is McLaughlin, former Defensive End with the Tampa bay Buccaneers. This event is an official RNFLPA event.
Super Bowl Party 2017
- Thursday, Feb. 2
- 11 p.m. – 5 a.m.
- Avaya Center on Richmond Ave.
- $50
Super Bowl LI: Art Edition
- Thursday, Feb. 2
- 7 p.m.
- The House
- Free admission
This fun party is sponsored by Bellaire Rose. Make your plans now to go to The House located on Washington Street near downtown. Reverse happy hour starts at 7 p.m. with a DJ spinning tunes and local artists.
Pro Football Hall of Fame Merlin Olsen Luncheon
- Honoring Early Campbell and Bob McNair
- Friday, Feb. 3
- Marriott Marquis
- 10:30 a.m. – 1 p.m.
- $1,250
The opening event to Super Bowl LI weekend - the Pro Football Hall of Fame Merlin Olsen Luncheon honoring Hall of Fame running back Earl Campbell and Houston Texans owner Bob McNair. Enjoy a cocktail reception, seated lunch, and hear stories from Hall of Famers and NFL Legends.
ESPN The Party
- Friday, Feb. 3
- Arts District downtown
- Invite only
ESPN will host its 13th annual ESPN The Party event Friday, Feb. 3 in Houston. The event will feature a special live performance by multi-platinum selling, eight-time Grammy award-winning solo artist and vocalist Fergie, who passed along a message to Houstonians:
“Waaazzzuup Houston!!!!! Im comin for u to kick off Super Bowl weekend Friday night at ESPN The Party with my boy DJ Khaled!!! Itz gon be lit!!!!!!!”
ESPN will take over a 65,000 square foot warehouse located just outside of the Arts District in downtown Houston in a space, designed by Event Eleven, to mirror a construction site that reflects the new development of the Houston.
Official Super Bowl Party “Planet New Era”
- Friday, Feb. 3
- 9 p.m. - 2 a.m.
- Vrsi
- Hosted by Hip Hop artist Bun B
- By invitation only
New Era Cap, the official cap of the NFL, will be hosting its official Super Bowl party “Planet New Era” on Friday, February 3. Hip Hop artist Bun B will host and performers include rapper 2Chainz, hip hop group Migos, DJ Ace (Trey Smith/Will Smith’s son) and rapper Lil Uzi Vert.
Celebrity and athlete appearances may include (but not limited to) Chicago Bulls’ Dwyane Wade, Houston Rockets’ James Harden and Buffalo Bills’ Tyrod Taylor.
16th Annual Off the Field Players’ Wives Fashion Show
- Friday, Feb. 3
- 11 a.m.-2 p.m.
- Tootsies
- http://offthefieldpwa.org/fashionshow/
Leather & Laces Party
- Friday, Feb. 3 and Saturday, Feb. 4
- Hughes Manor Campus
- Starts at 9:30 p.m.
- info@leatherandlaces.com
The 14th Annual Leather & Laces two-night party at Super Bowl LI will be held at Hughes Manor Campus on Washington Avenue. This party will be one of the hottest places to be during Super Bowl Weekend with more than 3,000 guests expected.
Guests will enjoy hand-rolled sushi, open bars with premium liquors and champagne, hors d'oeuvres and desserts.
Super Bowl Gospel Celebration (a sanctioned event)
- Friday, Feb. 3
- Lakewood Church
- 7:30 p.m.
- Tickets start at $25
- http://superbowlgospel.com/celebration/
The Super Bowl Gospel Celebration is where faith meets football.
The Super Bowl Gospel Celebration is the first and only inspirational music event sanctioned by the NFL for Super Bowl LI weekend. NFL players and top artists will join together on stage for uplifting music and inspirational messages.
Guest artists include CeCe Winans, Damien Escobar, Natalie Grant and the Player’s Choir.
Players and Pets Super Bowl Edition “Blackout” Celebrity Party
Friday, Feb. 3
4-8 p.m.
Christian’s Tailgate Bar & Grill
White Oak Drive
$25 General Admission
This event will benefit three Houston animal charities -- School of Wags, Pug Hearts and Mutt Mesh Rescue. Hosted by Houston Radio Legend Jammin Jimmy Olson. This event is not only to raising funds for these charities, but to help promote our national cause of "BLACKING" out animal neglect and homelessness.
16th Annual Celebrity Bowling Players Party
- Friday, Feb. 3
- BowlMor Lane
- 6 p.m.
- $650
- Private gathering
The 16th Annual Celebrity Bowling Players Party and throw a strike in the fight against child hunger. This Bowl-A-Thon is a private elite gathering includes food, beverage, consumer prizing, sports trivia, entertainment and gifting.
The Barstool Super Bowl Party
- Rich’s Houston
- Friday, Feb. 3
- 9 p.m.
- 2401 San Jacinto St, Houston, TX
The Barstool Super Bowl party will feature performances by Ja Rule, Ashanti, Mike Stud and more.
16th Annual Celebrity Flag Football Challenge
NFL sanctioned VIP celebrity flag football game with NFL great Doug Flutie, Redskins quarterback Kirk Cousins, and other pro athletes and celebrities.
- Saturday, Feb. 4
- Rhodes Stadium, Katy
- 8 a.m.
Celebrity Flag Football schedule:
8 a.m. - City of Katy Tailgate Chili Cook-off
Celebrity Chef Cook-off
12 p.m. - Pregame Show Featuring Katy ISD
1 p.m. - Celebrity Flag Football Game featuring pro athletes, celebrities
For more information go to http://www.khou.com