Get Access to Awesome, family-friendly football fun and endless things to do when you visit Orlando for the 2020 NFL Pro Bowl at Camping World Stadium (pictured, photo by Ben Tanner).
Continuing a tradition that started in 2017, the National Football League’s (NFL’s) 2020 Pro Bowl Presented by Verizon is set to return to Camping World Stadium in Orlando — and it’s not coming alone! Leading up to gameday on Sunday, Jan. 26, 2020, your family can enjoy a full week of related NFL activities, many of which will be free and open to the public.
What’s more, Visit Orlando can help you save up to $10 on tickets, which are available for purchase now. (Use promo code "VISIT" to save.) But first, read on for more information about Pro Bowl Week 2020 and everything else there is to do in Orlando so you don’t miss a second of the action!
See and Meet the Pros During 2020 Pro Bowl Week in Orlando
Coming to Camping World Stadium in downtown Orlando for the fourth straight year, the 2020 Pro Bowl will be prefaced by a full week of family-friendly football fun from Jan. 22-26. Highlights are scheduled to include the following can’t-miss events, all of which will take place at ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex at Walt Disney World® Resort or Camping World Stadium.
NFL Pro Bowl Presented by Verizon (Jan. 26, 2020)
At Camping World Stadium, 44 players each from the National Football Conference (NFC) and American Football Conference (AFC) will go head to head for league-wide bragging rights. The game is scheduled to start at 3 p.m. Get your tickets now and save up to $10 by entering promo code “VISIT” at time of purchase!
Camping World Stadium will also host numerous related activities on Jan. 26. They include the Don Shula High School Coach of the Year announcement, the Pro Bowl Red Carpet (featuring your favorite players walking the red carpet with attendee voting for the best ensemble), Pro Bowl Tailgate, the NFL KidZone and post-game fireworks. Camping World Stadium’s gates are scheduled to open at 12 p.m.
Pro Bowl Experience (Jan. 22-25, 2020)
The 2020 Pro Bowl Experience is fans’ access to awesome. From watching your favorite players compete on and off the field to being able to put your own skills to the test, the 2020 Pro Bowl Experience gets you off the sidelines and into the action. Test your football skills against family and friends and see how you compare to NFL All-Stars while running the 40-yard dash or testing your abilities on the vertical jump. Fans of all ages can access AFC and NFC Practices, participate in immersive exhibits, take photos with the Pro Bowl Trophy, and more!
- Wednesday, Jan. 22: 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.
- Thursday, Jan. 23: 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.
- Friday, Jan. 24: 10 a.m. – 8 p.m.
- Saturday, Jan. 25: 9 a.m. – 8 p.m.
NFL AFC & NFC Team Practices (Jan. 22-23 & 25, 2020)
Don’t wait until Jan. 26 to see your favorite NFL players! These practices at ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex give you the chance to witness the AFC and NFC teams in action.
- Wednesday, Jan. 22
- 10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.: AFC Team Practice & Fan Viewing (ESPN Wide World of Sports, Field 17)
- 10:45 a.m. – 11:45 a.m.: NFC Team Practice & Fan Viewing (ESPN Wide World of Sports, Field 16)
- Thursday, Jan. 23
- 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.: AFC Team Practice & Fan Viewing (ESPN Wide World of Sports, Field 17)
- 11:45 a.m. – 12:45 p.m.: NFC Team Practice & Fan Viewing (ESPN Wide World of Sports, Field 16)
- Saturday, Jan. 25
- 10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.: AFC Team Practice & Fan Viewing (ESPN Wide World of Sports, Field 17)
- 10:45 a.m. – 11:45 a.m.: NFC Team Practice & Fan Viewing (ESPN Wide World of Sports, Field 16)
Pro Bowl Skills Challenge (Jan. 22, 2020)
Held at ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex, this extraordinary exhibition demonstrates the talents of prominent NFL Pro Bowl players, NFL legends and even Hall of Famers. The event, which requires paid admission, includes some fun, non-traditional competitions, too, such as Epic Dodgeball, “Kick” Tac Toe and more. The NFL Pro Bowl Skills Showdown will be televised on ESPN on Thursday, Jan. 23.
NFL Flag Championships (Jan. 24-26, 2020)
This competition at ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex will feature more than 68 regional championship teams from multiple countries battling it out in three separate age groups for bragging rights, including coed and girls’ matchups.
Pro Bowl Pep Rally at Disney Springs® — Marketplace Stage (Jan. 25)
From 4-7 p.m. on Saturday night before the big game, join a celebration of the 2020 Pro Bowl with NFL cheerleaders, team mascots and more.
More Ways to Vacation Like a Pro During Pro Bowl Week in Orlando
Between world-famous theme parks and attractions, acclaimed dining, incredible resorts, and outdoor adventures, among other reasons to visit — including plenty of new additions in 2019 — you won’t lack for things to do during NFL Pro Bowl Week in Orlando.
Adventure Like a Pro in Orlando: Theme Park Capital of the World
In case you haven’t heard, Orlando boasts the world’s best theme parks and water parks thanks to Walt Disney World Resort, Universal Orlando Resort, SeaWorld® Orlando and LEGOLAND® Florida Resort.
Walt Disney World Resort
- Magic Kingdom® Park
- Epcot®
- Disney’s Hollywood Studios®
- Disney’s Animal Kingdom® Theme Park
- Disney’s Blizzard Beach®
- Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon®
Universal Orlando Resort
- Universal Studios Florida
- Universal’s Islands of Adventure
- Universal’s Volcano Bay
SeaWorld Orlando
- SeaWorld
- Aquatica® Orlando
- Discovery Cove®
LEGOLAND Florida Resort
- LEGOLAND Florida
- LEGOLAND Florida Water Park (available as an upgrade to park admission)
Walt Disney World Resort and Universal Orlando Resort also have all-in-one dining, shopping and entertainment districts at Disney Springs® and Universal CityWalk, respectively.
Don’t forget about attractions beyond the parks, either! You’ll find more than 100 unique, fun experiences throughout the area, including many that cost $20 or less per person and others that are completely free.
Eat Like a Pro at Orlando Restaurants
With more than 5,000 restaurants in Orlando, there’s no chance you’ll be able to eat your way through our dining options in a week. But between celebrity chefs, homegrown culinary heroes and lots of farm-to-table freshness, you’ll eat like a pro at these dining hotspots.
Disney Springs
This location has Orlando’s largest collection of celebrity chefs and headliners, including José Andrés’ JALEO, Masaharu Morimoto’s Morimoto Asia, Wolfgang Puck Bar & Grill, Art Smith’s Homecomin’ Florida Kitchen, Guy Fieri’s Chicken Guy! and menu items at Planet Hollywood, and others. You can also enjoy imaginative themed eateries like The Edison and Enzo’s Hideaway Tunnel Bar & Restaurant.
Universal CityWalk
Head here to enjoy themed restaurants like Hard Rock Cafe®, Bubba Gump Shrimp Co. and Bob Marley — A Tribute to Freedom, to name a few. Save room for out-of-this-world desserts at venues like Voodoo Doughnut and The Toothsome Chocolate Emporium & Savory Feast Kitchen™!
International Drive
Taste authentic world flavors on and around Orlando’s main tourism strip, including Caribbean at Mango’s Tropical Cafe, Indian at Tabla Restaurant, Asian at Hanamizuki Japanese Restaurant, and just about anything else you can imagine.
Restaurant Row
Some of Orlando’s most exceptional restaurants can be found in this mile-long dining district close to International Drive, including Roy Yamaguchi’s Roy’s Restaurant, Eddie V’s Prime Seafood, Seasons 52, Rocco’s Tacos and Tequila Bar, The H Cuisine, and others.
Downtown Orlando & Adjacent Neighborhoods
Acclaimed eateries like DoveCote Restaurant, Artisan’s Table, Soco Restaurant and many more will have you dining like a local and loving it when you visit the downtown Orlando area.
Winter Park
Just 20 minutes from downtown Orlando, Central Florida’s most refined city is home to numerous culinary winners, including The Ravenous Pig, Prato, Luma on Park, blu on the avenue and other standouts. What’s more, James and Julie Petrakis of The Ravenous Pig are James Beard nominees, as is Brandon McGlamery of Prato and Luma on Park.
Beat the Winter Blues Like a Pro With Orlando’s Resort Pools
If you’re coming to Orlando from colder climes, you’ll be glad to know that our hotels and resorts have amazing pools — and most boast heated water in case the weather’s chilly during Pro Bowl Week. You’ll find plenty of extras, too, such as waterslides, underwater sound systems, lazy rivers and sandy beaches. Some even have their own onsite water parks!
Play Like a Pro With Sports & Outdoor Adventures in Orlando
Football is king in Orlando during Pro Bowl Week, but there are many ways to get your game on while you’re in town. For starters, Orlando is the Home of American Tennis thanks to the United States Tennis Association (USTA) National Campus in Lake Nona, about 15 minutes from Orlando International Airport. Featuring 100 courts — including many that are free to play — the campus is open to the public and provides playing, training and learning experiences for athletes of all skill levels and ages.
If you prefer basketball or hockey, catch an Orlando Magic or Orlando Solar Bears game at downtown Orlando’s Amway Center. (Love soccer? Be sure to visit during the MLS and NWSL seasons to see the Orlando City Soccer Club and Orlando Pride teams at downtown’s Exploria Stadium.)
If golf is your bag, you can tee off on more than 100 golf courses, including several designed by top pros like Arnold Palmer, Jack Nicklaus and Greg Norman. You can also challenge yourself with numerous ecotourism adventures, such as kayaking, horseback riding, zip-lining, off-roading, airboat tours and more. Better still, cooler months like January are the best time to enjoy Orlando’s great outdoors!
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