The NFL will host its annual Play Football Family Festival at Hahnville High School on Saturday, Feb. 8 – a free, interactive football experience for the entire family.
Held in the heart of Super Bowl weekend, the NFL Play Football Family Festival brings to life the excitement of the game through an interactive experience for youth and high school football communities, fans and coaches. Everything at the event is football focused, where local youth can meet current NFL players and Legends, learn skills and drills, try on equipment with Riddell, and experience football in a way they never have before.
"The Play Football Family Festival is a free event offered to communities in the neighboring city of the Super Bowl location," said Roman Oben, NFL vice president of football development. "This is our fifth year presenting the event which offers families a chance to enjoy the festivities that are shared during the week of the game. We are elated to host the Play Football Family Festival at Hahnville High School and make an impact in the Boutte, Louisiana community and beyond. We are dedicated to our youth and high school football communities and this year's event will offer participants the opportunity to learn the fundamentals of the game from current and former NFL players and coaches."
The free event will take place from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. CT on Saturday, Feb. 8 at Hahnville High School. Local youth and families will be able to interact with the New Orleans Saints, Super Bowl team cheerleaders and mascots, and obstacle courses, food trucks, giveaways and more.
*About The NFL Play Football Program: *The NFL celebrates youth and high school football year-round. Through camps, activities, NFL FLAG and tackle leagues, the Play Football initiative provides a fun and engaging experience for players of all ages and skill levels, equipping young people with key life skills that are building blocks to success on and off the field.
