Miami knows how to host a football-themed party. Of the LIV (that’s 54 for those not fluent in Roman Numerals) Superbowls held since 1967, Miami has hosted 11 of them. KC played in that first one way back in 1967. The 49ers have played in seven – if they win this one, they will tie with the Patriots and Steelers with 6 victories. A lot is on the line. But I’m personally rooting for KC. Andy Reid deserves a ring and I’m still remorseful to Kyle Shanahan for blowing a 28-3 lead.
The Superbowl Live at downtown Bayfront Park is a 6-day free fan festival featuring concerts, live water shows, Road to the 11th Super Bowl activation, a Culinary stage, evening parades, fireworks and much more.
And in keeping with Miami’s super spirit and style, the festival did not disapoint.
It’s easy to see why Miami is such an awesome host city for the Big Game. Besides the weather, there are a ton of celebrities who already own homes here. So there’s already much lavish glitz and big hits in town
There’s even a floating Jumbotron that cruises by to grab the vivid attention of guests.
Unlike the previous 10 Superbowls in Miami, this exciting week-long festival (complete with a 100-yard field commemorating the previous 10 Superbowls in the cit ) is free and open to the public.
One of the interesting things about Miami Gardens, there’s a Walmart located only a quarter of a mile from the stadium. On game days I can envision lots of people parking there, buying beer inside the store and then tailgating on the stadium grounds. And if you don’t want to chance it at Walmart, there are strip malls galore just down the road – lots of places for people to park and walk to the Dolphins’ games.
I also got a chance to visit a health food restaurant called Pretty Healthy – it’s owned by three female entrepreneurs and they treated me to a mango smoothie and a shrimp bowl. It’s nice meeting people during my visits – some I may never see again, but many I hope to stay in touch with.
