Albuquerque Celebrates Bowl Season with 14th Annual New Mexico Bowl
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (PRWEB) December 11, 2019 -- The field is set for the 14th annual New Mexico Bowl, and the city of Albuquerque is ready to welcome the teams and their fans. The Central Michigan Chippewas and San Diego State Aztecs have officially accepted their invitations to the first game day of the collegiate bowl season. Kickoff is set for noon MST (2 p.m. EST) on Saturday, Dec. 21, at Dreamstyle Stadium. The game will be broadcast nationally on ESPN to an estimated 2.2 million household viewers and on ESPN Radio.
“We are very happy with another really good matchup in the New Mexico Bowl, with two outstanding teams in the midst of excellent seasons,” said Jeff Siembieda, New Mexico Bowl executive director. “This should be a great game and we look forward to New Mexicans along with San Diego State and Central Michigan fans descending on Dreamstyle Stadium in beautiful Albuquerque, New Mexico.”
Tickets, ranging from $25 to $40, can be purchased at the University of New Mexico ticket office, online at http://www.unmtickets.com or by calling 505-925-LOBO (5626), or by calling the New Mexico Bowl office at 505-925-5999. For more information regarding the New Mexico Bowl, visit https://newmexicobowl.com.
For fans planning a trip to Albuquerque for the big game, Visit Albuquerque makes it easy to find affordable deals and hotel packages during your stay—even if it's just a quick weekend getaway. Check out the 2019 New Mexico Bowl webpage for special rates at hotels and coupons from local retailers, as well as information on things to do, events, dining, attractions and more.
“Albuquerque is honored to again host the annual New Mexico Bowl, and we look forward to the excitement and energy to come as a result of this strong matchup,” said Tania Armenta, President & CEO of Visit Albuquerque. “The city is brimming with things to do—from traditional holiday experiences to outdoor adventures—and we can’t wait to welcome teams and fans to the heart of the Southwest during this magical season.”
With over 310 days of annual sunshine, sweeping blue skies and an abundance of open space, Albuquerque’s backyard is a natural playground. Bike the more than 400 miles of trails, explore the Sandia Mountain Wilderness, or hike within the Bosque (forest) along the legendary Rio Grande. Top off the day with an award-winning local brew at one of the city’s many breweries and taprooms.
One of the best times to visit Albuquerque is during December, when holiday traditions come alive. Take in a holiday performance, experience the River of Lights at the ABQ BioPark Botanic Garden—the largest walk-through holiday production in the state—find one-of-a-kind gifts for loved ones, and be sure to sample traditional New Mexican cuisine. For a full list of holiday activities, visit our website.
About Visit Albuquerque
The mission of Visit Albuquerque is to stimulate economic growth by marketing Albuquerque as a visitor and convention destination. For more information, go to http://www.VisitABQ.org.
About ESPN Events
ESPN Events, a division of ESPN, owns and operates a large portfolio of 34 collegiate sporting events nationwide. The roster includes three Labor Day weekend college football games, the FCS opening-weekend game, 16 college bowl games, 11 college basketball events, a college softball event and two college award shows, which accounts for approximately 375-plus hours of live programming, reaches nearly 64 million viewers and attracts over 800,000 attendees each year. With satellite offices in Albuquerque, Birmingham, Boca Raton, Boise, Dallas-Fort Worth, Honolulu, Las Vegas, Montgomery and Tampa, ESPN Events builds relationships with conferences, schools and local communities, as well as providing unique experiences for teams and fans. For more information, visit the official website, Facebook, Twitter or YouTube pages.
Brenna Moore, Visit Albuquerque, http://www.VisitABQ.org, +1 505-222-4349, [email protected]
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