'Bowl'ing on a budget: Super Bowl parties under $100
HOUSTON (KTRK) -- Celebrities may be dropping large sums in exchange for VIP treatment this week, but the true Super Bowl experience doesn't have to break the bank.
Here are just a few of the Super Bowl parties across town with tickets under $100:
Thursday, Feb. 2
The Super Bash - A Red Carpet Festival
Celebrities are coming out in full force for this party at Music World Studios in Midtown. For as little attendees will be treated to performances from Bun B, Sean Kingston, Trinidad James, Sheila E., Jeezy, Flo Rida, Snoop Dogg, Bow Wow, AKON and Future. Floyd Mayweather will MC, and Nick Cannon, Mario Lopez, Brande Roderick and AJ Calloway will host red carpet festivities.
Pastorini's Super Party 2017 starring Mark Chestnut & Tracy Byrd
Join the party at Redneck Country Club in Stafford with musical headliners Mark Chestnut and Tracy Byrd while raising money for local charities. Dan Pastrini's NFL contemporaries -- think "Mean Joe" Greene, Bob Lilly, Mike Ditka and Ron Jaworski -- will be on hand to mix and mingle with guests. In addition to full bar and kitchen service, the venue boasts a top-notch cigar bar. The brave at heart can also hop on a mechanical bull. Tickets start at $85.
Glitz & Gridiron - Hosted By Lance Gross & LeToya Luckett Super Bowl LI
Based on its description, the who's who of Houston will show up for this fete: "The event is constructed to appeal to enterprising trailblazers that take an active role in setting trends, influencing discussion, and aggressively supporting innovative new ideas designed to move the overall culture forward." The bash features an HBCU fashion show with open bar until 9:30pm, which dovetails into a late-night party at the Buffalo Soldiers National Museum. Tickets start at $30.
Friday, Feb. 3
Good Vibes Only HTX Block Party Ft. Wale Live!
Tickets for the rain or shine block party start at $85. The outdoor event takes place at Alley Kat in Midtown. VIP tickets are also available for $80.
Super Bowl Gospel Celebration
The Super Bowl Gospel Celebration will be at Lakewood Church starting at 7:30pm. The event is the first and only inspirational music event sanctioned by the NFL for Super Bowl LI weekend. NFL players and top artists will join together on stage for uplifting music and inspirational messages. Guest artists include CeCe Winans, Damien Escobar, Natalie Grant and the Player's Choir. Tickets start at $25.
Players and Pets Super Bowl Edition "Blackout" Celebrity Party
At Christian's Tailgate Bar & Grill from 4pm-8pm, you can help support three Houston animal charities -- School of Wags, Pug Hearts and Mutt Mesh Rescue. The event, which is hosted by Houston radio legend Jammin Jimmy Olson, raises funds not only for the three charities, but also helps promote national cause of "BLACKING" out animal neglect and homelessness. Tickets are available for $25.
Saturday, Feb. 4
LIL WAYNE Live w/ DJ Drama + DJ Green Lantern & Celebrity Friends "Undisputed" Super Party
With VIP admission for less than $100, this party is one not to miss. Lil Wayne and unspecified 'celebrity friends' will appear at The Avya Center on Saturday evening. DJ Drama and DJ Green will be on hand to spin tunes until the wee hours of the morning.
