Big Dance

OVERVIEW
Friday, April 5: 3 p.m. – AT&T Block Party
Saturday, April 6: Noon – Coca-Cola Zero Countdown
Sunday, April 7: 2 p.m. – Capitol One JamFest

This free, three-day outdoor music festival at Centennial Olympic Park is filled with music, food and fun, and will feature national and regionally known musical acts.

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Final Four Friday

OVERVIEW

Georgia Dome, Noon – 6:30 p.m. ET, Cost: Free

Noon – 4 p.m. – Final Four Team Open Practices
5:07 p.m. – Reese’s College All-Star Game

Reese’s Final Four Friday is a free event for fans to come watch the student athletes from the 2013 Men’s NCAA Final Four teams participate in one of their final practices before the national semifinal games. Fans who attend will have the opportunity to hear from each head coach after their sessions and engage in on-court promotions. The day concludes with the Reese’s College All Star-Game tipping off at 4:35 p.m. ET.

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NCAA Division III Men’s Basketball National Championship Game

OVERVIEW

Philips Arena, April 7 at 12:30 p.m. ET, Cost: Free

For the first time in tournament history, the Division II and Division III championship games will take place in the same city hosting the Division I championship. The final two Division III teams will compete for the championship title at 12:30 p.m. ET in Philips Arena. This event is free and open to the public, and is a chance for basketball fans to experience the championship action up close.

NCAA Division II Men’s Basketball National Championship Game

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Philips Arena, April 7 at 4 p.m. ET, Cost: Free

Watch elite athletes from the top-two Division II schools compete for the championship title at 4 p.m. ET at Philips Arena. This event is free and open to the public, and is a chance for basketball fans to experience top-rated talent in a small setting. 
 

Philips Arena

Since opening in 1999, Philips Arena has welcomed fans to a wide variety of events. The exciting history of events includes award-winning musicians, chart-topping artists, professional and college sports, entertaining family shows, and more. Philips Arena will host the 2013 DII & DIII Men’s Basketball Championships in conjunction with the 75th Anniversary of March Madness events that will be held the weekend of April 5-8. Click here for more details. 

Final Four Dribble

OVERVIEW

Around the Georgia World Congress Center
On-site registration opens on April 7 at 9:30 a.m. ET
Dribble begins at 11:30 a.m.; Cost: Free

The Final Four Dribble gives 3,200 kids the chance to dribble their way through the heart of the 2013 Men’s Final Four activities at the Georgia Dome and Georgia World Congress Center (GWCC), to help commemorate the Men’s Final Four and this year’s 75th celebration of March Madness. Participating kids will receive a T-shirt, basketball and free entry into Bracket Town.

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Youth Clinics

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Saturday, April 6: 8 a.m. to noon

Cost: Free

Registration required (coming soon)

NCAA Youth Clinics are a community outreach program that connects third  thru eighth grade children with selected championships and provide them with resources designed to have a lasting impact. Participants receive sport instruction from NCAA coaches and student-athletes and get valuable information on recruiting, eligibility and youth sports issues. The 2013 Men’s Final Four Youth Clinics are brought to you by Powerade (Coca-Cola), who will provide a T-shirt and promotional items for all participants. Through the NCAA youth clinic, participants are encouraged to live a healthy, active lifestyle.

LOCATIONS
Andrew & Walter Young YMCA
2220 Campbellton Rd. SW
Atlanta, Ga. 30311

Villages of Carver YMCA
1600 Pryor Rd. SW
Atlanta, Ga. 30315

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Restaurants from around Atlanta will adopt fans from each of the Final Four teams during championship week. Make these establishments your headquarters to meet with friends and alumni of your favorite teams April 5-8.

Downtown

Azio Downtown
http://www.aziodowntown.com
229 Peachtree St.
Peachtree Center
Atlanta, Ga. 30303
404-222-0808

We offer a contemporary interpretation of traditional Italian cuisine in a refined yet casual setting. Offering a stunning ambience, a vast selection of Italian fare and a reputation for great service, Azio Downtown is the perfect option for dining out downtown - lunch or dinner.

Max Lager’s Wood-Fired Grill and Brewery
http://www.maxlagers.com
320 Peachtree St. NE
Atlanta, Ga. 30308
404-525-4400

Taste the flavors of Atlanta’s oldest independent brewery restaurant. Wood-fired cuisine, fresh squeezed maxaritas and hard lemonades, and the finest beer in the South served in our beautiful bier garten, make Max Lager’s a unique local dining experience.

Meehan’s Public House
http://www.meehansdowntown.com/
200 Peachtree St.
Atlanta, Ga. 30303
404-214-9821

Radiating Irish charm in the heart of Downtown Atlanta, Meehan’s Public House Downtown provides residents & travelers alike with the perfect laid-back haunt to enjoy a cold pint and an excellent meal.

Gibney’s Pub
http://gibneyspub.com/
231 Peachtree Center Avenue Northeast
Atlanta, Ga. 30303
404-688-0928

Dishing out drinks and American pub fare since 1997, Gibney’s is the local neighborhood bar in Downtown Atlanta. Our Keno, pool tables, shuffleboard, jukebox, and multiple video games make Gibney’s the perfect place to grab a cold one (or two or three) and relax. Our famous Chili Frito Pie and New York thin crust pizza will have you coming back again and again!

Buckhead

East Andrews Downstairs
56 E Andrews Dr NW
Suite 12
Atlanta, GA 30305
(404) 389-0856
www.andrewsdistrict.com
East Andrews Downstairs features eight bars, restaurants and comedy under one roof in Buckhead. It includes East Andrews, winner of best singles scene; Andrews Upstairs night club; Cellar 56, winner of best wine bar; Stout Irish Sports Pub; Sal’s Pizzeria; Czar Ice Bar with sushi and vodka; Prohibition, a 20’s era speakeasy awarded best cocktails; 56 East, a banquet hall; and the Improv Comedy Club.

Fado Irish Pub
273 Buckhead Avenue
Atlanta, GA 30305
(404) 841-0066
http://www.fadoirishpub.com/atlanta/home
Located in the heart of the Buckhead shopping district, Fado is distinguished by genuine Irish hospitality, quality and craft and is a great place for lunch, dinner, brunch, happy hour, late night fun and corporate or private events. Fado is the home for live European sports action and undoubtedly the best pint in Atlanta.

Taco Mac Lindbergh Station
573 Main Street
Atlanta, GA 30324
(404) 574-5813
http://tacomac.com/locations/lindbergh/
Taco Mac was the first to bring buffalo wings to Atlanta in 1979. It offers a delicious chef-inspired menu and family-friendly sports bar atmosphere; it also has the largest draft and bottle selection around. This store boasts 100 beers on draft and 275+ by the bottle.
 

Georgia Dome

The Georgia Dome, opened in 1992 as the largest cable-supported domed stadium in the world, is located in downtown Atlanta. The Dome was the host to Super Bowl XXVIII and XXXIV, host of the gymnastics and basketball events for the 1996 Olympic Games and host to the NCAA Men's Final Four two times (2002, 2007) and the NCAA Women's Final Four in 2003. The Dome will once again host the Final Four in 2013, as the NCAA celebrates the 75th Anniversary of March Madness. Click here for more details.

Transportation & Parking

The Georgia Dome is located to the immediate west of the downtown Atlanta area on the corner of Northside Drive and Georgia Dome Drive. The Dome is also accessible by the MARTA rail system via Vine City and Georgia Dome stations. Parking is at a premium on event days, so taking MARTA is highly recommended. For complete information on MARTA click here. Many MARTA stations offer free parking lots.

While traveling to and from games, all drivers are encouraged to follow the directions of traffic police.

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