Changes For The NFL Experience in Tampa For Super Bowl Week
When the coronavirus first started causing concerts to get cancelled, it seemed like by summer we’d be in the clear if we were patient and stayed home. But here we are in August and we’re only now starting to see some improvement since face masks use increased. But what about 2021? Will we be ready to host the big game? That’s the topic of discussion today as the Super Bowl 55 Host Committee and NFL met with the media.
They said today that health and safety is the number one priority. With that comes two big changes for The Super Bowl Experience, according to a tweet this morning. And I’ve gotta say – I like both of them.
First, the event will be held outdoors. Usually they find an arena near the stadium to host the NFL Experience. But given the concern about spreading the virus, having the exhibits and activities outside will make it safer for all. Beyond that, Tampa weather in February is perfect. The chances of rain are low and the heat won’t be too harsh.
Second, it will be free! Normally they charge around $20 for a ticket. There are usually virtual reality games, clinics, and you can get your photo taken with the Vince Lombardi trophy.
Tampa Super Bowl Scenes
Tom Flores
Share22 Jan 1984: Head coach Tom Flores of the Los Angeles Raiders gives his victory speech in the locker room after Super Bowl XVIII against the Washington Redskins at Tampa Stadium in Tampa, Florida.The Raiders won the game, 38-9.
Super Bowl XVIII
Share22 Jan 1984: The Los Angeles Raiders celebrate a touchdown against the Washington Redskins in Super Bowl XVIII at Tampa Stadium in Tampa, Florida. The Raiders won the game 38-9. Mandatory Credit: Allsport /Allsport
Jim Kelly
Share27 Jan 1991: General view of the scoreboard at Super Bowl XXV between the Buffalo Bills and the New York Giants at Tampa Stadium in Tampa, Florida. The Giants won the game, 20-19. Mandatory Credit: Rick Stewart /Allsport
Bart Oates
Share27 Jan 1991: Offensive lineman Bart Oates of the New York Giants poses with the Lombardi Trophy after Super Bowl XXV against the Buffalo Bills at Tampa Stadium in Tampa, Florida. The Giants won the game, 20-19. Mandatory Credit: Mike Powell /Allsport
Stadium Aerial View
Share24 Jan 2001: An aerial view from the Monster.com blimp shows Raymond James Stadium, the site of Super Bowl XXXV, in Tampa, Florida. DIGITAL IMAGE.Mandatory Credit: Andy Lyons/Allsport
Musical Performers at Super Bowl XXXV
Share384856 16: Steven Tyler of Aerosmith performs during the halftime show January 28, 2001 for Super Bowl XXXV at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, Florida. (Photo by Brian Bahr/Allsport/Newsmakers)
Super Bowl X Stadium
Share28 Jan 2001: A view of Raymond James Stadium from one of the endzones before the start of Super Bowl XXXV between the Baltimore Ravens and New York Giants in Tampa, Florida. DIGITAL IMAGE Mandatory Credit: Tom Hauck/ALLSPORT
View of Lombardi Trophy
Share28 Jan 2001: A general view of the Lombardi Trophy being held aloft before the Super Bowl XXXV Game between the New York Giants and Baltimore Ravens at the Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, Florida. The Ravens defeated the Giants 34-7.Mandatory Credit: Andy Lyons /Allsport
Kick Off
Share28 Jan 2001: A gemneral view of the kick off during the Super Bowl XXXV Game between the New York Giants and the Baltimore Ravens at the Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, Florida. The Ravens defeated the Giants 34-7.Mandatory Credit: Jonathan Daniel /Allsport
View of Stadium
Share28 Jan 2001: A general view of the Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, Florida before the Super Bowl XXXV Game between the New York Giants and the Baltimore Ravens. The Ravens defeated the Giants 34-7.Mandatory Credit: Jonathan Daniel /Allsport
View of Halftime SHow
Share28 Jan 2001: A general view of the halftime show for the Super Bowl XXXV Game between the New York Giants and the Baltimore Ravens at the Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, Florida. The Ravens defeated the Giants 34-7.Mandatory Credit: Doug Pensinger /Allsport
Pre-Game Show Press Conference
Share384816 07: Tommy Shaw, left, and James "JY" Young of rock group STYX share a laugh during a press conference for performers in the 2001 Super Bowl XXXV pre-game show at Raymond James stadium January 26, 2001 in Tampa, FL. (Photo by Brian Bahr/Allsport)
Musical Performers at Super Bowl XXXV
Share384856 27: ''NSYNC, Aerosmith and Britney Spears all perform during the halftime show for Super Bowl XXXV January 28, 2001 at the Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, FL. (Photo byDoug Pensinger/ALLSPORT)
Musical Performers at Super Bowl XXXV
Share384856 02: Sting performs during the pre-game show January 28, 2001 at Super Bowl XXXV between the Baltimore Ravens and the New York Giants at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, Florida. (Photo by Brian Bahr/Allsport/Newsmakers)
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Share384856 19: Britney Spears performs with Steven Tyler of Aerosmith during the halftime show January 28, 2001 for Super Bowl XXXV at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, Florida. (Photo by Brian Bahr/Allsport/Newsmakers)
2003 Super Bowl XXXVII Halftime Show
ShareSAN DIEGO - JANUARY 26: Singer Gwen Stefani and No Doubt perform during halftime of Super Bowl XXXVII between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and the Oakland Raiders on January 26, 2003 at Qualcomm Stadium in San Diego, California. (Photo by Doug Pensinger/Getty Images)
2003 Super Bowl XXXVII Halftime Show
ShareSAN DIEGO - JANUARY 26: Singer Shania Twain performs during halftime of Super Bowl XXXVII between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and the Oakland Raiders on January 26, 2003 at Qualcomm Stadium in San Diego, California. (Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images)
Gruden and the Lombardi Trophy
ShareSAN DIEGO - JANUARY 26: Head coach Jon Gruden of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers holds aloft the Lombardi Trophy as he celebrates after the victory over the Oakland Raiders in Super Bowl XXXVII on January 26, 2003 at Qualcomm Stadium in San Diego, California. The Buccaneers won 48-21. (Photo by Ezra Shaw/Getty Images)
MTV Super Bowl Halftime
ShareJustin Timberlake, Steven Tyler, Britney Spears, and Nelly on stage during MTV's Superbowl halftime show at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, Fla.. 1/28/01 Photo by Scott Gries/ImageDirect
Super Bowl XXV: Buffalo Bills v New York Giants
ShareTAMPA, FL - JANUARY 27: Quarterback Jeff Hostetler #15 of the New York Giants stands under center Bart Oates #65 against the Buffalo Bills during Super Bowl XXV at Tampa Stadium on January 27, 1991 in Tampa, Florida. The Giants defeated the Bills 20-19. (Photo by George Rose/Getty Images)
Super Bowl XXV: Buffalo Bills v New York Giants
ShareTAMPA, FL - JANUARY 27: Injured quarterback Phil Simms of the New York Giants talks to ABC TV announcer Dan Dierdorff before the game against the Buffalo Bills during Super Bowl XXV at Tampa Stadium on January 27, 1991 in Tampa, Florida. The Giants defeated the Bills 20-19. (Photo by George Rose/Getty Images)
Super Bowl XXV: New York Giants v Buffalo Bills
ShareTAMPA, FL - JANUARY 27: Whitney Houston sings the National Anthem before a game with the New York Giants taking on the Buffalo Bills prior to Super Bowl XXV at Tampa Stadium on January 27, 1991 in Tampa, Florida. The Giants won 20-19. (Photo by George Rose/Getty Images)
Super Bowl XXV
Share12 Jan 1991: Kicker Scott Norwood of the Buffalo Bills misses a 47-yard field goal wide right as time runs out to lose the game during Super Bowl XXV against the New York Giants at Tampa Stadium in Tampa, Florida. The Giants won the game, 20-19.
Super Bowl XLIII Preview Day 5
ShareTAMPA, FL - JANUARY 30: An Arizona Cardinals fan watches as a store worker dresses the window with Super Bowl XLIII merchandise on January 30, 2009 in Tampa, Florida. NFL fans from across the country are descending on Tampa ahead of Super Bowl XLIII between the Arizona Cardinals and the Pittsburgh Steelers. (Photo by Chris McGrath/Getty Images)
Bridgestone Super Bowl XLIII Halftime Show
ShareTAMPA, FL - FEBRUARY 01: Musician Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band perform at the Bridgestone halftime show during Super Bowl XLIII between the Arizona Cardinals and the Pittsburgh Steelers on February 1, 2009 at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, Florida. (Photo by Chris Graythen/Getty Images)
Super Bowl XLIII Preview Day 5
ShareTAMPA, FL - JANUARY 30: Footballs with Super Bowl XLIII logos sit in a window at a store on January 30, 2009 in Tampa, Florida. NFL Fans from across the country are descending on Tampa ahead of Super Bowl XLIII between the Arizona Cardinals and the Pittsburgh Steelers. (Photo by Streeter Lecka/Getty Images)
Super Bowl XLIII
ShareTAMPA, FL - FEBRUARY 01: Fans arrive prior to the start of Super Bowl XLIII on February 1, 2009 at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, Florida. (Photo by Jamie Squire/Getty Images)
Super Bowl XLIII
ShareTAMPA, FL - FEBRUARY 01: Fans line up to buy Offical Super Bowl merchandise outside the stadium prior to Super Bowl XLIII between the Arizona Cardinals and the Pittsburgh Steelers on February 1, 2009 at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, Florida. (Photo by Jamie Squire/Getty Images)
Super Bowl XLIII
ShareTAMPA, FL - FEBRUARY 01: A vendor sells programs prior to the start of Super Bowl XLIII between the Arizona Cardinals and the Pittsburgh Steelers on February 1, 2009 at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, Florida. (Photo by Jamie Squire/Getty Images)
Super Bowl XLIII
ShareTAMPA, FL - FEBRUARY 01: Fans shop for memorabilia prior top the start of Super Bowl XLIII on February 1, 2009 at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, Florida. (Photo by Jamie Squire/Getty Images)
Super Bowl XLIII
ShareTAMPA, FL - FEBRUARY 01: Vendors sell offical programs prior to Super Bowl XLIII between the Arizona Cardinals and the Pittsburgh Steelers on February 1, 2009 at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, Florida. (Photo by Jamie Squire/Getty Images)
Super Bowl XLIII
ShareTAMPA, FL - FEBRUARY 01: A fan of the Arizona Cardinals walks by a fan of the Pittsburgh Steelers outside the stadium prior to Super Bowl XLIII on February 1, 2009 at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, Florida. (Photo by Streeter Lecka/Getty Images)
Super Bowl XLIII
ShareTAMPA, FL - FEBRUARY 01: Fans make their way to the stadium prior to Super Bowl XLIII between the Arizona Cardinals and the Pittsburgh Steelers on February 1, 2009 at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, Florida. (Photo by Streeter Lecka/Getty Images)
Super Bowl XLIII
ShareTAMPA, FL - FEBRUARY 01: Troy Polamalu #43 of the Pittsburgh Steelers celebrates as confetti falls after they 27-23 win against the Arizona Cardinals during Super Bowl XLIII on February 1, 2009 at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, Florida. (Photo by Chris McGrath/Getty Images)
MTV Super Bowl Halftime
Share(l to r) Mary J. Blige, Justin Timberlake, Steven Tyler, and Britney Spears on stage during MTV's Superbowl halftime show at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, Fla.. 1/28/01 Photo by Scott Gries/ImageDirect
Super Bowl XLIII
ShareTAMPA, FL - FEBRUARY 01: A vendor sells official programs outside the stadium prior to Super Bowl XLIII between the Arizona Cardinals and the Pittsburgh Steelers on February 1, 2009 at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, Florida. (Photo by Streeter Lecka/Getty Images)
Super Bowl XLIII
ShareTAMPA, FL - FEBRUARY 01: Fans of the Arizona Cardinals hold up a sign in support of their team which reads "All the Way in Tampa Bay give'm the Bird" prior to Super Bowl XLIII against the Pittsburgh Steelers on February 1, 2009 at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, Florida. (Photo by Chris McGrath/Getty Images)
Super Bowl XLIII
ShareTAMPA, FL - FEBRUARY 01: A fan holds up tickets outside the stadium prior to Super Bowl XLIII between the Arizona Cardinals and the Pittsburgh Steelers on February 1, 2009 at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, Florida. (Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images)
Super Bowl XLIII Pre-Game Show
ShareTAMPA, FL - FEBRUARY 01: Singer Faith Hill performs "America the Beautiful" during the pre-game show prior to the start of Super Bowl XLIII between the Arizona Cardinals and the Pittsburgh Steelers on February 1, 2009 at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, Florida. (Photo by Jamie Squire/Getty Images)
Bridgestone Super Bowl XLIII Halftime Show
ShareTAMPA, FL - FEBRUARY 01: Musician Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band perform at the Bridgestone halftime show during Super Bowl XLIII between the Arizona Cardinals and the Pittsburgh Steelers on February 1, 2009 at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, Florida. (Photo by Jamie Squire/Getty Images)
Super Bowl XLIII
ShareTAMPA, FL - FEBRUARY 01: Quarterback Ben Roethlisberger #7 of the Pittsburgh Steelers drops back against the Arizona Cardinals during Super Bowl XLIII on February 1, 2009 at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, Florida. (Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images)
Super Bowl XLIII
ShareTAMPA, FL - FEBRUARY 01: James Harrison #92 of the Pittsburgh Steelers runs back an interception for a touchdown in the second quarter against Mike Gandy #69 of the Arizona Cardinals during Super Bowl XLIII on February 1, 2009 at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, Florida. (Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images)
Super Bowl XLIII
ShareTAMPA, FL - FEBRUARY 01: The Pittsburgh Steelers offense huddles against the Arizona Cardinals during Super Bowl XLIII on February 1, 2009 at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, Florida. (Photo by Jamie Squire/Getty Images)
Bridgestone Super Bowl XLIII Halftime Show
ShareTAMPA, FL - FEBRUARY 01: Musician Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band perform at the Bridgestone halftime show during Super Bowl XLIII between the Arizona Cardinals and the Pittsburgh Steelers on February 1, 2009 at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, Florida. (Photo by Chris Graythen/Getty Images)
Bridgestone Super Bowl XLIII Halftime Show
ShareTAMPA, FL - FEBRUARY 01: Musician Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band perform at the Bridgestone halftime show during Super Bowl XLIII between the Arizona Cardinals and the Pittsburgh Steelers on February 1, 2009 at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, Florida. (Photo by Doug Benc/Getty Images)
Bridgestone Super Bowl XLIII Halftime Show
ShareTAMPA, FL - FEBRUARY 01: Musician Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band perform at the Bridgestone halftime show during Super Bowl XLIII between the Arizona Cardinals and the Pittsburgh Steelers on February 1, 2009 at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, Florida. (Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images)
Super Bowl XLIII
ShareTAMPA, FL - FEBRUARY 01: Wide receiver Hines Ward #86 of the Pittsburgh Steelers is over come with emotion as he celebrates on the field after the Steelers won 27-23 against the Arizona Cardinals during Super Bowl XLIII on February 1, 2009 at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, Florida. (Photo by Jamie Squire/Getty Images)
Super Bowl XLIII
ShareTAMPA, FL - FEBRUARY 01: Super Bowl MVP Santonio Holmes #10 of the Pittsburgh Steelers celebrates with the Vince Lombardi trophy after the Steelers won 27-23 against the Arizona Cardinals during Super Bowl XLIII on February 1, 2009 at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, Florida. (Photo by Doug Benc/Getty Images)
Super Bowl XLIII
ShareTAMPA, FL - FEBRUARY 01: Jason Capizzi #69 of the Pittsburgh Steelers celebrates on the field after defeating the Arizona Cardinals to win Super Bowl XLIII by a score of 27-23 on February 1, 2009 at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, Florida. (Photo by Doug Benc/Getty Images)
Super Bowl XLIII
ShareTAMPA, FL - FEBRUARY 01: Quarterback Ben Roethlisberger #7 of the Pittsburgh Steelers celebrates with the Vince Lombardi trophy in the locker room after defeating the Arizona Cardinals during Super Bowl XLIII on February 1, 2009 at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, Florida. The Steelers won the game by a score of 27-23. (Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images)
Bridgestone Super Bowl XLIII Halftime Show
ShareTAMPA, FL - FEBRUARY 01: Musician Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band perform at the Bridgestone halftime show during Super Bowl XLIII between the Arizona Cardinals and the Pittsburgh Steelers on February 1, 2009 at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, Florida. (Photo by Jamie Squire/Getty Images)
Super Bowl XLIII
ShareTAMPA, FL - FEBRUARY 01: Quarterback Ben Roethlisberger #7 and head coach Mike Tomlin (R) of the Pittsburgh Steelers celebrates with the Vince Lombardi trophy after they defeated the Arizona Cardinals 27-23 during Super Bowl XLIII on February 1, 2009 at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, Florida. (Photo by Chris Graythen/Getty Images)
Bridgestone Super Bowl XLIII Halftime Show
ShareTAMPA, FL - FEBRUARY 01: Musician Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band perform at the Bridgestone halftime show during Super Bowl XLIII between the Arizona Cardinals and the Pittsburgh Steelers on February 1, 2009 at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, Florida. (Photo by Jamie Squire/Getty Images)
Super Bowl XLIII Pre-Game Show
ShareTAMPA, FL - FEBRUARY 01: Singer Jennifer Hudson performs the U.S. National Anthem during the pre-game show prior to the start of Super Bowl XLIII between the Arizona Cardinals and the Pittsburgh Steelers on February 1, 2009 at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, Florida. (Photo by Jamie Squire/Getty Images)
Super Bowl XLIII
ShareTAMPA, FL - FEBRUARY 01: A detailed picture of the scoreboard before Super Bowl XLIII between the Arizona Cardinals and the Pittsburgh Steelers on February 1, 2009 at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, Florida. (Photo by Jamie Squire/Getty Images)
Super Bowl XLIII
ShareTAMPA, FL - FEBRUARY 01: Mewelde Moore #21 of the Pittsburgh Steelers holds up the Vince Lombardi trophy after their 27-23 win against the Arizona Cardinals during Super Bowl XLIII on February 1, 2009 at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, Florida. (Photo by Jamie Squire/Getty Images)
Super Bowl XLIII
ShareTAMPA, FL - FEBRUARY 01: Fans cheer in the stands during Super Bowl XLIII between the Arizona Cardinals and the Pittsburgh Steelers on February 1, 2009 at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, Florida. (Photo by Streeter Lecka/Getty Images)
Super Bowl XLIII Pre-Game Show
ShareTAMPA, FL - FEBRUARY 01: A marching band performs during the pre-game show prior to the start of Super Bowl XLIII between the Arizona Cardinals and the Pittsburgh Steelers on February 1, 2009 at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, Florida. (Photo by Doug Benc/Getty Images)
Super Bowl XLIII
ShareTAMPA, FL - FEBRUARY 01: Players from the Pittsburgh Steelers celebrate with the Vince Lombardi trophy after their 27-23 win against the Arizona Cardinals during Super Bowl XLIII on February 1, 2009 at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, Florida. (Photo by Jamie Squire/Getty Images)
