Opening Ceremonies - Thursday, February 4
The Festival begins with a bang as a surprise guest cuts the ribbon to officially start the fun. Nicole Henry will sing the National Anthum and officially open the events.

Dancing FOR the NFL Stars - Thursday, February 4
Featuring Emmitt Smith, Evander Holyfield and Michael Irvin. Fans will join NFL and other sports celebrities who performed in the famed TV show as we add a little twist and turn the tables where our famed dancers become judges for the next dancing stars! Fans will dance the night away on an oversized dance floor under the stars where this celebrity panel of NFL and Sports Greats will be on hand to judge the best talent.

VIP Kick Off Players Party - Thursday, February 4
Join Players, Celebrities and Festival Passport Holders as we kick off the weekend in style under the stars at the Ritz Carlton South Beach. One of the more coveted and exclusive parties of Super Bowl Weekend, this VIP event is not to be missed! All Access Passport Holders Only.

Gridiron Greats Night of Champions hosted by Mike Ditka and Jamie Foxx
In what is sure to be a landmark event, Mike Ditka’s Gridiron Greats will celebrate Super Bowl XLIV and its 3rd anniversary with a blockbuster evening featuring the biggest names in football. With more than 2,000 in attendance consisting of NFL greats, celebrity VIPs, broadcasters, corporate leaders and the who’s who of South Florida, the Gridiron Greats Night of Champions will be a night to remember.

Fashion Rocks the Gridiron presented by Landshark Lager
Yes, they played football… but these superstars also “jam” as they transform into rock stars. Enjoy music from Kyle Turley, Doug Flutie Band and more. Combine that with an evening of fashion, our celebrity sports stars change roles as models for the likes of major designers.

US Sports Film Festival
The U.S. Sports Film Festival “football theme” hits the Colony Theater on Miami’s South Beach on February 4-6 with screenings of “The U” and “Invincible”. Telling the story of the legendary University of Miami football program, the USSFF is proud to present a special screening of ESPN Films' critically acclaimed “The U”, first screened in December last year as part of ESPN's "30 for 30" film series and ESPN’s all-time highest rated documentary. Perpetual fan favorite “Invincible” recounts the amazing and true story of Philadelphia Eagle Vince Papale. Post-screening panels will discuss the films’ themes, stories and the stars behind them. Participants scheduled to attend include members of the University of Miami football team, current and former NFL players, Vince Papale, "Invincible" producer Mark Ciardi, “The U” director Billy Corben and its producer Alfred Spellman, Sports Studio's Mark Ellis, ESPN broadcaster Bonnie Bernstein, radio announcer Joe Rose, ESPN producers John Dahl and Connor Schell, and others. “Faded Glory” is the true story of a group of aging athletes, good friends for over 18 years, who never gave up on the dream of playing baseball at a competitive level. Through the eyes of their manager Rick Cohen, “Faded Glory” follows the National Network team, eighteen men over the age of thirty-five who have overcome life’s adversities, including injury, divorce, bankruptcy, infidelity, drug addiction, incarceration, and one life-threatening disease. It all takes place as Network battles to win a National Amateur Baseball World Series title. “Faded Glory” is a captivating document of friendship, courage, humor and the indomitability of the human spirit.

Screening times (subject to change) are: "The U" - Thursday, Feb. 4, 7:00 pm; "Invincible" - Saturday, Feb. 6, 4:00 pm., and “Faded Glory” – Saturday, Feb. 6, tbd p.m. Tickets are available at Ticketmaster or at the box office located at 1040 Lincoln Road. For more information, please visit http://ussportsfilmfestival.org/.

National Sports Exhibits
There will be 3 Exhibits along Lincoln Road with unique sport artificts making their debut in South Florida from Sports Museums around the country. Curated by the former curator of the National Sports Museum.

-Tennis Hall of Fame -- Vive El Tennis – Common Threads, Different Peoples
explores the different paths tennis has taken from its European Roots and the links that continue to connect tennis in the United States with the game in South and Central America, Mexico, and the Carribean.

-Heisman Trophy
The 75th time since its inception in 1935, the Heisman Trophy Trust of New York City, will award the annual Heisman Memorial Trophy to an individual who deserves designation as the most outstanding college football player in the United States. The Heisman is a national symbol of collegiate football experience and competitiveness. At the same time, it has become the single most celebrated and sought-after award in American collegiate athletics.

-Celebrate Florida
A Celebration of Florida Champions hails Florida Sports as our home teams have done us proud. Trophies and other artifacts will bring us down Memory Lane as the Heat, Dolphins, UM.....all brought back the coveted prize.

Eats Beats & Cleats Chalk Talk..an Eye on the Game
Listen to the guys who know the game best talk strategy and let’s see their prediction for who will win the Big Game.

Gridiron Culinary - Friday, February 5
Enjoy the excitement of some of our top players combining with Celebrity Chefs in a head to head cook off. Nationally renowned chefs and chefs from local restaurants to be included in scheduled programming. Feauturing Todd English and Ingrid Hoffman.

Coaches Show with Mike Ditka - Saturday, February 6
Join former NFL football player, television commentator, and “America’s Coach” as he gives his view on the season, the players and the Big Game that lies ahead.

Official NFL Merchandise and Memorabilia
The best in official and licensed NFL merchandise provided by Mounted Memories, including official merchandise for the Super Bowl.

Gridiron Tailgate - Sunday, February 7
Join former NFL players at the grill as they fire up the “Largest Tailgate Party” before the big game. Celebrate with top name entertainment, lounge chairs, cheerleaders. Jumbotron screens and LED screens will be erected to watch the Pre-Game Activities.