Hockey fans around the world will have their eyes on the RBC Center in Raleigh, NC during NHL All Star Weekend. On Saturday January 29th, professional hockey players show off their best moves in the Honda Super Skills Competition at 7:00 PM. On Sunday, January 30th, the best hockey players in the NHL take to the ice for the ultimate showdown: The 2011 NHL All Star Game. It is an honor that the National Hockey League has chosen our city for this event! Here is how you can get in on the All Star action:
Be There
Nothing beats being there! The only way to secure tickets to All Star Game events is to purchase a Carolina Hurricanes Season Ticket Package. Pro-rated full season packages, 26-game packages and 12-game packages are still available for purchase. Full-season and 26-game season ticket holders will be able to purchase the equivalent of their tickets to the NHL All Star Game and the Skills Competition. 12-game season ticket holders will be able to purchase tickets to only one of these events. 12-game packages can cost as little as $288 and this is a once in a lifetime opportunity for hockey fans. Carpe Diem!
If finances are holding you back, you can try to win tickets. On January 20th, Amra’s is hosting a private event in which they will be giving away 2 tickets to the Skills Competition and 2 tickets to the All Star Game. The event is limited to 150 guests and costs $40 to attend. Buy your tickets here and be there at 7:30. You must be present to win! If you miss out on Amra’s giveaway, you still have a chance at the Backyard Bistro. On January 25th, they are giving away 2 tickets to the Skills Competition and the next night they will be giving away 2 tickets to the All Star Game. Visit their site to RSVP. You must be present to win these as well. Good luck!
Other All Star events
Even if you can’t make it to the main event, there are other All Star events in which to get your hockey fix.The NHL Fan Fair will also be taking place Jan 28-30th at the Raleigh Convention Center. The fair is a hockey freaks dream, with over 30 interactive exhibits. Some exhibits include meeting NHL alumni, the NHL Trophy Display, getting your picture taken with the Stanley Cup, testing your Hockey Skills in the Honda NHL SuperSkills Zone, playing the latest NHL 2K Sports Hockey Video Game, creating your own hockey trading card, and more. In conjunction with the Fan Fair, the city of Raleigh is hosting All Star Wide Open throughout Fayetteville Street and City Plaza. The event will feature live music acts including 3 Doors Down, Flying Aces acrobatic performances, fashion shows, ice skating, and local vendors.
Watch it
Can’t be there but still want to catch the All Star Game with other hockey fans? Lucky B’s Bar will be opening early on January 30th at 3:00 PM for an All Star Party. Characters Quarters will also be hosting a party with drink specials and hockey jersey giveaways. Tobacco Road Sports Cafe, Carolina Ale House, and Edward’s Mill Bar and Grill are also great places to catch the big game.
Check out All Star Specials Tonight for a complete All Star Weekend schedule and updates on All Star Game events, parties and giveaways!