Winter Classic fan festival opens Dec. 29 in Millennium Park

Posted December 07, 2018 12:00 am

Daily Herald report

The NHL Winter Classic kicks off with a festival Dec. 29 to 31 at the Jay Pritzker Pavilion in Millennium Park. The fest features autograph sessions, live music, activities and giveaways. The Stanley Cup trophy will also be on display.

The game between the Blackhawks and Boston Bruins will be played at noon on New Year's Day at Notre Dame Stadium in South Bend, Ind.

The league this week unveiled details for the festival, which will be available free to the public from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day.

"As we prepare for the 2019 Bridgestone NHL Winter Classic we are excited to invite everyone to the NHL Winter Classic Park for this free outdoor experience," said Steve Mayer, NHL Chief Content Officer and executive vice president.

"The heart of American hockey beats in Chicago, making this the ideal city to host the NHL Winter Classic Park," Mayor Rahm Emanuel said.

The NHL recommends fans download the NHL Fan Access app in order to potentially win special prizes and offers.

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