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PLANTERS® Brand Legends Party

February 10, 2023 | 8pm-1am

Gila River Resorts & Casinos – Wild Horse Pass | Chandler, AZ

The PLANTERS® brand Legends Party brings together legendary professional athletes, celebrities and others for one epic night of partying just before pro football’s Big Game.

This year’s event will be hosted by Rob Gronkowski and Vernon Davis and held at Gila River Resorts & Casinos – Wild Horse Pass in Chandler, AZ.  Tickets include access to the Kickoff Soiree, Comedy Roast & Toast of NFL legends hosted by Michael Rapaport and a live performance by music icon Nelly!

The PLANTERS® brand Legends Party is presented by Smirnoff and powered by USA TODAY and the NFL Alumni Association. Event is ages 21 and over.

Thanks for attending this year’s event! View and download your photos below. We’ll see you next year!

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2023 Event Photos

Below are the photos taken from the 2023 PLANTERS® brand Legends Partyy. Scroll through the below or upload a selfie to find yours automatically! VIP red carpet “glambot” videos can be found here.

Here are just some of the photos from the event!

A Legendary Evening

Kickoff Soiree

with Special Guests

8:00 – 10:00 p.m.

Begin your legendary evening at our Kickoff Soiree. Guests will enjoy cocktails, beer and wine, hors d’oeuvres, entertainment and more. VIP tickets include access to the exclusive Kickoff Lounge.

Comedy Roast & Toast

with a Celebrity Host

10:30 – 11:45 p.m.

After the Kickoff Soiree, Michael Rapaport will lead a one-of-a-kind Comedy Roast & Toast featuring our hosts and NFL legends! Catch it LIVE at the event or on the USA TODAY channel in March.

Special Performance

with Music Icon Nelly

12:00 a.m. – 1:00 a.m.

Cap off a legendary evening with a performance by multi Grammy-winning artist, Nelly! After the Roast & Toast, he will entertain guests with a 45-minute set of hits. It’s about to get “hot in herre.”

Venue and Parking

Plan Your Night

Venue: Gila River Resorts & Casino – Wild Horse Pass
Venue Address: 5040 Wild Horse Pass Blvd, Chandler, AZ 85226
Kickoff Soiree: Palo Verde Ballroom and Event Lawn (VIP Access)
Roast & Toast and Performance: The Showroom
Parking: Complimentary Valet or Self Park in Lot B for VIP; Free Self Park for GA in Lot C
Age Restriction: 21+ Only with Valid ID
Social Media: #LegendsParty

Legendary Hosts & Guests

Event Hosts

Vernon Davis & Rob Gronkowski

Vernon Davis & Rob Gronkowski

Retired NFL Tight Ends

Musical Guest

Nelly

Nelly

Multi Grammy-Winning Artist

Special Guest

Charissa Thompson

Charissa Thompson

Television Host & Sportscaster

Special Guest

Michael Rapaport

Michael Rapaport

Actor & Comedian

Special Guest

Doug Flutie

Doug Flutie

Retired NFL Quarterback

Special Guest

Tony Gonzalez

Tony Gonzalez

Retired NFL Tight End

Special Guest

Donovan McNabb

Donovan McNabb

Retired NFL Quarterback

Special Guest

Charles Woodson

Charles Woodson

Retired NFL Defensive Back

Ticket Options

All ticket levels include full access to the PLANTERS® brand Legends Party including the Kickoff Soiree, Comedy Roast & Toast and musical performance. General Admission and VIP ticket level variances are outlined below.

General Admission

Access to the Full Event

Starting at $250

At the Kickoff Soiree, enjoy an open bar with passed hors d’oeuvres, music and entertainment. At the Comedy Roast & Toast and musical performance, seating is in the balcony section with a cash bar.

Select Sections 301, 302 or 303 on Ticketmaster

VIP Single Ticket

VIP Access to the Full Event

Starting at $650

At the Kickoff Soiree, enjoy an open bar with passed hors d’oeuvres, music, entertainment and access to the VIP Lounge. At the Comedy Roast & Toast and musical performance, seating is in the VIP mezzanine section with an open bar.

Select Sections 201 or 203 on Ticketmaster

VIP Table

VIP Access to the Full Event for Four

$4,000 (Four People)

At the Kickoff Soiree, enjoy an open bar with passed hors d’oeuvres, music, entertainment and access to the VIP Lounge. At the Comedy Roast & Toast and musical performance, seating is at a private table with bottle service.

VIP Tables Sold out!

NFL Alumni Association Celebrity Blackjack Tournament 

February 9, 2023 | 4-7pm

Gila River Resorts & Casinos – Wild Horse Pass | Chandler, AZ

Play alongside your favorite NFL Alumni and celebrities to support a great cause and win cash prizes! 50% of the proceeds are split among the top three finishers and 50% goes to the NFL Alumni’s Caring for Kids Charity, an organization dedicated to fostering youth fitness and safety programs through sports.

Sign up in person beginning on February 4 at 10:00 a.m. at the Gila River Resorts & Casino – Wild Horse Pass Table Games Pit. Space is limited. Complete tournament rules are available here. Don’t miss the NFL Alumni Association Celebrity Blackjack Tournament presented by Martini Mates!

Confirmed Players: Doug Flutie, Dave Robinson, Marcus Smith II, Zach Moore, Don Davey, Bart Oates, Theo Ratliff, Charles Smith, Michael Rapaport and more!

Tournament Prizes
1st Place: 50% of Prize Pool
2nd Place: 30% of Prize Pool
3rd Place: 20% of Prize Pool

Registration Fee: $500 for $10,000 in Tournament Chips

Add-On Options:
$50 – Free Ace During Tournament
$100 – Additional $2,500 in Tournament Chips

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Past Attendees

The 2022 NFL Alumni Legends Party included some of the biggest names in sports and entertainment. Who will appear at this year’s event?

Rob Gronkowski

Rob Gronkowski

Former NFL Tight End

Flo Rida

Flo Rida

Rapper and Singer

Kim Lee

Kim Lee

DJ and Actress

Emmitt Smith

Emmitt Smith

Former NFL Running Back

Jerry Rice

Jerry Rice

Former NFL Wide Receiver

Doug Flutie

Doug Flutie

Former NFL Quarterback

Vernon Davis

Vernon Davis

Former NFL Tight End

Stanford Jennings

Stanford Jennings

Former NFL Running Back

Beasley Reece

Beasley Reece

NFL Alumni CEO

Bart Oates

Bart Oates

NFL Alumni President

Flavor Flav

Flavor Flav

Rapper and Singer

Jeff Ross

Jeff Ross

Comedian and Personality

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