Post by Ginger on Jan 10, 2019 11:30:58 GMT -5
Source: www.mercurynews.com/2019/01/09/nhl-all-star-game-2019-your-guide-to-all-the-hockey-fun-in-san-jose/
The greatest hockey players in the world are heading to the Shark Tank, set to compete in the NHL All-Star Game on Jan. 26 at San Jose’s SAP Center. But All-Star Weekend is about more than just the game. There are other activities going on as well, from the 2019 NHL Fan Fair, which runs Jan. 24-27, to the 2019 SAP NHL All-Star Skills competition on Jan. 25.
Whether you’re a local hockey fan or one of the crowds coming to the game from across the U.S. and Canada, you’ll want to make time for it all. So here’s a helpful guide to the NHL All-Star Weekend, from fan fair fun to where to dine, what to see and how to explore the Bay Area and beyond. Let’s drop the puck and get going.
NHL Fan Fair
This family-friendly destination for hockey fans unfolds at the San Jose McEnery Convention Center with interactive hockey games, live music and special appearances by current and former players — and mascots. You’ll find more Fan Fair details here, and ticket information at Ticketmaster.com.
NHL All-Star Skills
This competition is always a blast, as the biggest names in the sport attempt to outdo each other. Last year’s challenge included six (extremely branded) events, including the Enterprise NHL Fastest Skater, Dunkin’ Donuts NHL Passing Challenge, GEICO NHL Save Streak, Gatorade NHL Puck Control Relay, PPG NHL Hardest Shot and Honda NHL Accuracy Shooting. We’ll see what challenges this year’s competition — which starts at 6 p.m. Jan. 25 at the SAP Center — holds. You’ll find the results from last year’s competition here, and 2019 details on the event’s official web page.
Where to eat, sip nearby
Looking to grab a bite before the game? Here are 5 tasty recommendations for fun spots to chomp down near the Shark Tank, from a casual, walk-up taqueria churning out super burritos to a sit-down Michael Mina experience. Beer fans have plenty of nearby taproom choices — and some of those breweries offer food, too.
Where to eat, sip at SAP Center
Hockey fans will be spending a lot of time inside SAP Center, where concession stands offer lots of good options for food and drink that go well beyond the regular hot dog and soda. Think brisket nachos, bulgogi cheesesteak, Konjoe burgers, Scott’s clam chowder and the meatless Impossible Burger.
And where to sightsee
Never been to the legendary Winchester Mystery House? This is the perfect opportunity to explore that mysterious, spooky mansion. Here’s a look at the top sightseeing/tourist spots in San Jose and Silicon Valley. Schedule in some extra time and enjoy a day trip to one of the many cool surrounding areas. Here are five perfect day trips, all within an hour of the city, including itineraries for Monterey, Santa Cruz and a little wine tasting, too.
For more information on the All-Star Game and other events, visit www.nhl.com/sharks/fans/2019-nhl-all-star-game.
The greatest hockey players in the world are heading to the Shark Tank, set to compete in the NHL All-Star Game on Jan. 26 at San Jose’s SAP Center. But All-Star Weekend is about more than just the game. There are other activities going on as well, from the 2019 NHL Fan Fair, which runs Jan. 24-27, to the 2019 SAP NHL All-Star Skills competition on Jan. 25.
Whether you’re a local hockey fan or one of the crowds coming to the game from across the U.S. and Canada, you’ll want to make time for it all. So here’s a helpful guide to the NHL All-Star Weekend, from fan fair fun to where to dine, what to see and how to explore the Bay Area and beyond. Let’s drop the puck and get going.
NHL Fan Fair
This family-friendly destination for hockey fans unfolds at the San Jose McEnery Convention Center with interactive hockey games, live music and special appearances by current and former players — and mascots. You’ll find more Fan Fair details here, and ticket information at Ticketmaster.com.
NHL All-Star Skills
This competition is always a blast, as the biggest names in the sport attempt to outdo each other. Last year’s challenge included six (extremely branded) events, including the Enterprise NHL Fastest Skater, Dunkin’ Donuts NHL Passing Challenge, GEICO NHL Save Streak, Gatorade NHL Puck Control Relay, PPG NHL Hardest Shot and Honda NHL Accuracy Shooting. We’ll see what challenges this year’s competition — which starts at 6 p.m. Jan. 25 at the SAP Center — holds. You’ll find the results from last year’s competition here, and 2019 details on the event’s official web page.
Where to eat, sip nearby
Looking to grab a bite before the game? Here are 5 tasty recommendations for fun spots to chomp down near the Shark Tank, from a casual, walk-up taqueria churning out super burritos to a sit-down Michael Mina experience. Beer fans have plenty of nearby taproom choices — and some of those breweries offer food, too.
Where to eat, sip at SAP Center
Hockey fans will be spending a lot of time inside SAP Center, where concession stands offer lots of good options for food and drink that go well beyond the regular hot dog and soda. Think brisket nachos, bulgogi cheesesteak, Konjoe burgers, Scott’s clam chowder and the meatless Impossible Burger.
And where to sightsee
Never been to the legendary Winchester Mystery House? This is the perfect opportunity to explore that mysterious, spooky mansion. Here’s a look at the top sightseeing/tourist spots in San Jose and Silicon Valley. Schedule in some extra time and enjoy a day trip to one of the many cool surrounding areas. Here are five perfect day trips, all within an hour of the city, including itineraries for Monterey, Santa Cruz and a little wine tasting, too.
For more information on the All-Star Game and other events, visit www.nhl.com/sharks/fans/2019-nhl-all-star-game.