College football’s biggest game, the National Championship contest that this year pits the Notre Dame Fighting Irish vs. the Ohio State Buckeyes, returns to Atlanta on Monday, Jan. 20. Gameday entertainment highlights include country singer Kane Brown’s tailgate performance and R&B act Coco Jones singing the national anthem. Spelman College Glee Club is also slated to perform “America the Beautiful.”
But you don’t need to be a fan or have a ticket to the game to be part of all the action this weekend. Whether you’re a foodie, a runner or just want to experience some of the hoopla surrounding the College Football Playoff (CFP) finale, you can join in the fun at the following events:
Taste of the Championship
Treat yourself to gourmet food and drink prepared by Atlanta chefs as they showcase the city’s cuisine. Joey Ward, executive chef and owner of Michelin-recommended restaurants Southern Belle and Georgia Boy, is one of the acclaimed chefs participating in the event.
Taste of the Championship happens at 7 p.m. Sunday at the Georgia Aquarium, 225 Baker St. NW, Atlanta. Tickets cost $150. Information: collegefootballplayoff.com.
Credit: Photo courtesy of the Atlanta Convention & Visitors Bureau/CFP
Credit: Photo courtesy of the Atlanta Convention & Visitors Bureau/CFP
CFP Trophy Trot
Race through the streets of downtown Atlanta in your choice of a 5K or 10K, and you’ll have multiple chances to win tickets to the CFP National Championship Game.
Registration costs are $50 in advance and $55 on race day for the 5K; $70 in advance and $75 on race day for the 10K. The race kicks off at 9 a.m. Sunday at Georgia International Plaza, 1 State Farm Drive, Atlanta. Information: atlantatrackclub.org.
Credit: AP photos
Credit: AP photos
AT&T Playoff Playlist Live!
AT&T Playoff Playlist Live! brings its traveling music festival to Atlanta to accompany the CFP National Championship over two nights. The first concert will feature performances by Lil Wayne, Gucci Mane and Muni Long as well as a special guest performance by 2 Chainz. On the second night, Camila Cabello, Myles Smith and Knox will perform.
The concerts will take place at 7 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday at State Farm Arena, 1 State Farm Drive, Atlanta. Tickets start at $49 for Saturday; $35 for Sunday. Information: collegefootballplayoff.com.
Playoff Fan Central
Starting Saturday, fans can participate in an interactive experience that will include games, pep rallies and exhibits honoring college football history. The family-friendly event is free and will be held at the Georgia World Congress Center Building A, 261 Andrew Young International Blvd. NW, Atlanta. Saturday-Sunday: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Information: collegefootballplayoff.com.
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