NBC is the official broadcast partner for Super Bowl LII.

NBC is the official broadcast partner for Super Bowl LII.

As one of the most watched events in the world, the Super Bowl instantly puts our state in the national spotlight. Super Bowl XLIX drew a record-setting 114.5 million viewers, making it the most watched program in US television history. More than 5,000 members of the media will be in attendance to cover not only the game, but also the excitement and activity surrounding it. Super Bowl Media Center presented by Microsoft goes live 10 days before the game, with countless shows broadcasting "live from Minnesota" -- including NBC, the Super Bowl LII broadcast partner. This ensures maximum exposure for images and events that capture what's so unique about living in the Bold North.

This incredible exposure allows us to tell the story of our successful business climate: why so many successful companies, including 18 Fortune 500 companies, are located here. This unprecedented media coverage of our state will also showcase our bold innovation, vividly illustrating life in the Bold North for potential employers and employees looking to relocate.

Economists expect more than $400 million in new spending right here in Minnesota as a direct result of the Super Bowl, likely foretelling an impressive boon for job growth.

Dozens of ancillary events across the Twin Cities will translate into a windfall for local restaurants, caterers, vendors, and suppliers, resulting in thousands of additional work hours for local job-seekers.

Then there's the tremendous influx of visitors directly impacting our local businesses. Each visitor alone is expected to spend an average of $625 per day, about six times what a typical Minnesota visitor spends!

The opportunity to demonstrate all Minnesota has to offer will likely lead to a significant growth in tourism and convention business for years to come. Previous host cities such as Indianapolis have seen a 20% increase in conference business in the years immediately following the Super Bowl.

As one of the most watched events in the world, the Super Bowl instantly puts our state in the national spotlight. Super Bowl XLIX drew a record-setting 114.5 million viewers, making it the most watched program in US television history. More than 5,000 members of the media will be in attendance to cover not only the game, but also the excitement and activity surrounding it. Super Bowl Media Center presented by Microsoft goes live 10 days before the game, with countless shows broadcasting "live from Minnesota" -- including NBC, the Super Bowl LII broadcast partner. This ensures maximum exposure for images and events that capture what's so unique about living in the Bold North.

This incredible exposure allows us to tell the story of our successful business climate: why so many successful companies, including 18 Fortune 500 companies, are located here. This unprecedented media coverage of our state will also showcase our bold innovation, vividly illustrating life in the Bold North for potential employers and employees looking to relocate.

Economists expect more than $400 million in new spending right here in Minnesota as a direct result of the Super Bowl, likely foretelling an impressive boon for job growth.

Dozens of ancillary events across the Twin Cities will translate into a windfall for local restaurants, caterers, vendors, and suppliers, resulting in thousands of additional work hours for local job-seekers.

Then there's the tremendous influx of visitors directly impacting our local businesses. Each visitor alone is expected to spend an average of $625 per day, about six times what a typical Minnesota visitor spends!

The opportunity to demonstrate all Minnesota has to offer will likely lead to a significant growth in tourism and convention business for years to come. Previous host cities such as Indianapolis have seen a 20% increase in conference business in the years immediately following the Super Bowl.

Beyond its star power, Super Bowl LII is an engine for growth and opportunity for our state. The game will leave an economic impact of more than $400 million, attract more than a million visitors, and welcome thousands of members of the media filing stories on just about every facet of Minnesota life.

As the Host Committee for Super Bowl LII, our goal is to ensure that the positive impacts of the game touch every corner of our state. One of the ways we'll accomplish this is through the Legacy Fund. The Legacy Fund's mission is to help Minnesota kids lead healthy, nutritious, safe, and active lives by exposing them to opportunities within their own communities.

The bulk of this initiative will come from grants given to 52 community-led programs -- one each week for the 52 weeks leading up to Super Bowl LII. We will highlight each program's value and help spread their message of good health.

The Super Bowl will also leave behind a trained volunteer corps of thousands with direct experience facilitating large-scale efforts like the Super Bowl, increasing the likelihood of our state hosting more events of this kind.

Beyond its star power, Super Bowl LII is an engine for growth and opportunity for our state. The game will leave an economic impact of more than $400 million, attract more than a million visitors, and welcome thousands of members of the media filing stories on just about every facet of Minnesota life.

As the Host Committee for Super Bowl LII, our goal is to ensure that the positive impacts of the game touch every corner of our state. One of the ways we'll accomplish this is through the Legacy Fund. The Legacy Fund's mission is to help Minnesota kids lead healthy, nutritious, safe, and active lives by exposing them to opportunities within their own communities.

The bulk of this initiative will come from grants given to 52 community-led programs -- one each week for the 52 weeks leading up to Super Bowl LII. We will highlight each program's value and help spread their message of good health.

The Super Bowl will also leave behind a trained volunteer corps of thousands with direct experience facilitating large-scale efforts like the Super Bowl, increasing the likelihood of our state hosting more events of this kind.

• All Business Connect vendors are required to be certified as minority, women, disabled, veteran or LGBT-owned businesses.
  
  
• The majority owner must hold 51% of the company.
  
  
• The company must have been in business for at least three years.
  
  
• The company must have offices in Minnesota.
  
  We are no longer accepting applications for the Business Connect program. The selection process is now closed.

• All Business Connect vendors are required to be certified as minority, women, disabled, veteran or LGBT-owned businesses.
  
  
• The majority owner must hold 51% of the company.
  
  
• The company must have been in business for at least three years.
  
  
• The company must have offices in Minnesota.
  
  We are no longer accepting applications for the Business Connect program. The selection process is now closed.

There are a number of ways local businesses can get involved in the Super Bowl, the primary of which is Business Connect, the NFL's supplier diversity program. The program will identify 300-400 small businesses, suppliers, and service providers from our area to participate in the program. Accepted businesses will be profiled in the resource guide, allowing those in need of their services to quickly identify qualified providers of goods and services.

Participants of Business Connect will also be invited to events and workshops and given access to resources and networking opportunities. While not all participants will be awarded contracts, businesses will likely increase their exposure along with opportunities for participation.

There are a number of ways local businesses can get involved in the Super Bowl, the primary of which is Business Connect, the NFL's supplier diversity program. The program will identify 300-400 small businesses, suppliers, and service providers from our area to participate in the program. Accepted businesses will be profiled in the resource guide, allowing those in need of their services to quickly identify qualified providers of goods and services.

Participants of Business Connect will also be invited to events and workshops and given access to resources and networking opportunities. While not all participants will be awarded contracts, businesses will likely increase their exposure along with opportunities for participation.

Be part of the solution by learning more about this problem and taking action:

• Visit www.mngirls.org and sign the Don’t Buy It Project’s pledge to end the demand for commercial sex in any form. The Don’t Buy It Project offers educational resources, including online and classroom training, to individuals, groups, and communities to help spot the signs, prevent sexual exploitation, and end the demand.
  
• Take the action steps to end the demand by reducing every day examples of gender inequality and sexual violence.
  
  

Be part of the solution by learning more about this problem and taking action:

• Visit www.mngirls.org and sign the Don’t Buy It Project’s pledge to end the demand for commercial sex in any form. The Don’t Buy It Project offers educational resources, including online and classroom training, to individuals, groups, and communities to help spot the signs, prevent sexual exploitation, and end the demand.
  
• Take the action steps to end the demand by reducing every day examples of gender inequality and sexual violence.
  
  

Be part of the solution by increasing staff awareness and taking action:

• Train your employees on how to spot the signs of sex trafficking and know the action steps to take.
  
  
• Sponsor a classroom or online training for employees to begin to shift attitudes and help end the demand for commercial sex.
  
  
• Visit the Don't Buy It Project to get started.

You can also find more information at www.mngirls.org

Be part of the solution by increasing staff awareness and taking action:

• Train your employees on how to spot the signs of sex trafficking and know the action steps to take.
  
  
• Sponsor a classroom or online training for employees to begin to shift attitudes and help end the demand for commercial sex.
  
  
• Visit the Don't Buy It Project to get started.

You can also find more information at www.mngirls.org

Minnesota’s model is nationally recognized in the fight to end sex trafficking. As a result of efforts funded through the Women’s Foundation of Minnesota’s “Minnesota Girls Are Not For Sale” campaign -- a $7.5 million, 8-year campaign to end sex trafficking in Minnesota through grantmaking, research, and public education -- we were the first state in the nation to create and fund a statewide comprehensive plan to end sex trafficking. Minnesota is unique in the work it does to decrease the buying and selling of sex while also protecting and helping vulnerable youth. Minnesota was also one of the first states to pass the Safe Harbor Law in 2011. This law treats trafficked minors as victims instead of criminals.

Minnesota’s cross-sector team of business, law enforcement, and victim support service providers will continue its coordinated response to educate communities, prevent and disrupt trafficking, and help victims with additional resources throughout the state.

You can also find more information at www.mngirls.com

Minnesota’s model is nationally recognized in the fight to end sex trafficking. As a result of efforts funded through the Women’s Foundation of Minnesota’s “Minnesota Girls Are Not For Sale” campaign -- a $7.5 million, 8-year campaign to end sex trafficking in Minnesota through grantmaking, research, and public education -- we were the first state in the nation to create and fund a statewide comprehensive plan to end sex trafficking. Minnesota is unique in the work it does to decrease the buying and selling of sex while also protecting and helping vulnerable youth. Minnesota was also one of the first states to pass the Safe Harbor Law in 2011. This law treats trafficked minors as victims instead of criminals.

Minnesota’s cross-sector team of business, law enforcement, and victim support service providers will continue its coordinated response to educate communities, prevent and disrupt trafficking, and help victims with additional resources throughout the state.

You can also find more information at www.mngirls.com

Minnesota leads the nation in anti-trafficking efforts. In recognition of that work, we have turned to the community to lead this effort; a committee representing more than 40 organizations, including law enforcement, nonprofits, government, and advocacy groups is being chaired by Hennepin and Ramsey Counties and the Women’s Foundation of Minnesota. For more information on what you can do, visit www.mngirls.org. While attention to sex trafficking peaks around major events, this nightmare happens to Minnesota girls and boys 365 days a year. We have the opportunity to raise awareness about sex trafficking and engage in our ongoing collective efforts to end child sex trafficking in Minnesota. We will:

• Offer enhanced services -- additional shelter beds and expanded drop-in center services and staffing -- for sex trafficking victims in Minnesota.
  
  
• Increase law enforcement staffing to arrest perpetrators and identify victims.
  
  
• Train hotel and transportation workers in identifying the signs of sex trafficking.
  
  
• Conduct a public education campaign to build awareness and create new allies.

Minnesota leads the nation in anti-trafficking efforts. In recognition of that work, we have turned to the community to lead this effort; a committee representing more than 40 organizations, including law enforcement, nonprofits, government, and advocacy groups is being chaired by Hennepin and Ramsey Counties and the Women’s Foundation of Minnesota. For more information on what you can do, visit www.mngirls.org. While attention to sex trafficking peaks around major events, this nightmare happens to Minnesota girls and boys 365 days a year. We have the opportunity to raise awareness about sex trafficking and engage in our ongoing collective efforts to end child sex trafficking in Minnesota. We will:

• Offer enhanced services -- additional shelter beds and expanded drop-in center services and staffing -- for sex trafficking victims in Minnesota.
  
  
• Increase law enforcement staffing to arrest perpetrators and identify victims.
  
  
• Train hotel and transportation workers in identifying the signs of sex trafficking.
  
  
• Conduct a public education campaign to build awareness and create new allies.

These below security measures will be in effect within Super Bowl LIVE presented by Verizon. Spectators entering the below performance areas will be subject to additional security screenings including a manual metal detector and a physical search of belongings.

A. Verizon Up Stage viewing areas on Nicollet Mall and 8th Street S. near the main stage

B. Super Bowl 360 on 11th Street S.
C. The Dayton’s Project on Nicollet Mall between 7th Street S. and 8th Street S.

The following items are not allowed inside Super Bowl LIVE presented by Verizon:
1. Weapons of any type
2. Fireworks or pyrotechnics materials
3. Glass bottles
4. Large sport objects (baseball bat, hockey stick)
5. Large bags (anything larger than a purse or a small backpack)
6. Large shopping bags
7. Suitcase or duffle bags
8. Any animals with the exception of service animals
9. Hazardous and toxic materials
10. Folding chairs or lawn chairs with arms
11. Flags or banners including non-approved commercial signage
12. Aerosol Sprays
13. Coolers or containers
14. Tool boxes, tool belts
15. No smoking
16. Any type of solicitation or pamphleteering

These below security measures will be in effect within Super Bowl LIVE presented by Verizon. Spectators entering the below performance areas will be subject to additional security screenings including a manual metal detector and a physical search of belongings.

A. Verizon Up Stage viewing areas on Nicollet Mall and 8th Street S. near the main stage

B. Super Bowl 360 on 11th Street S.
C. The Dayton’s Project on Nicollet Mall between 7th Street S. and 8th Street S.

The following items are not allowed inside Super Bowl LIVE presented by Verizon:
1. Weapons of any type
2. Fireworks or pyrotechnics materials
3. Glass bottles
4. Large sport objects (baseball bat, hockey stick)
5. Large bags (anything larger than a purse or a small backpack)
6. Large shopping bags
7. Suitcase or duffle bags
8. Any animals with the exception of service animals
9. Hazardous and toxic materials
10. Folding chairs or lawn chairs with arms
11. Flags or banners including non-approved commercial signage
12. Aerosol Sprays
13. Coolers or containers
14. Tool boxes, tool belts
15. No smoking
16. Any type of solicitation or pamphleteering

- 12th Street (east and West of Nicollet Mall)

- Parking lot between 9th and 10th Street

- 8th Street and La Salle Ave

- 6th Street (West of Nicollet Mall)

- 12th Street (east and West of Nicollet Mall)

- Parking lot between 9th and 10th Street

- 8th Street and La Salle Ave

- 6th Street (West of Nicollet Mall)

Along with the Nicollet Mall local establishments, local focal food trucks and popup F&B stations will be located throughout Nicollet Mall.

Along with the Nicollet Mall local establishments, local focal food trucks and popup F&B stations will be located throughout Nicollet Mall.

Yes. We will use the MPD substation inside the City Center Building at 7th Street and Nicollet Mall. Locate the nearest security official and inform them of the lost child, they will then escort this individual to the substation.

Yes. We will use the MPD substation inside the City Center Building at 7th Street and Nicollet Mall. Locate the nearest security official and inform them of the lost child, they will then escort this individual to the substation.

MFD and EMS (HCMC) will have a public location at the corner of 10th Street and S Marquette Ave. MPD will have a satellite location in City Center.

MFD and EMS (HCMC) will have a public location at the corner of 10th Street and S Marquette Ave. MPD will have a satellite location in City Center.

Verizon Up Stage at Ice Mountain, Birkie Bridge, Ice Jerseys, Hyundai Ice Skating Rink, SBLII Ice Sculpture, various sponsor activations & food trucks.

Verizon Up Stage at Ice Mountain, Birkie Bridge, Ice Jerseys, Hyundai Ice Skating Rink, SBLII Ice Sculpture, various sponsor activations & food trucks.

Only service animals providing assistance to those with disabilities are allowed at Super Bowl LIVE presented by Verizon.

Only service animals providing assistance to those with disabilities are allowed at Super Bowl LIVE presented by Verizon.

It is about a 5 minute walk outdoors or in the skyways.

It is about a 5 minute walk outdoors or in the skyways.

This is a non-ticketed and public event. No ticket is needed.

This is a non-ticketed and public event. No ticket is needed.

Entrance to Super Bowl LIVE presented by Verizon is free of charge.

Entrance to Super Bowl LIVE presented by Verizon is free of charge.

Public transit is the best way to get to Super Bowl LIVE presented by Verizon. Please visit our Transportation page for details.

Public transit is the best way to get to Super Bowl LIVE presented by Verizon. Please visit our Transportation page for details.

It is located in downtown Minneapolis on Nicollet Mall between 6th and 12th Streets and inside The Dayton's Project.

It is located in downtown Minneapolis on Nicollet Mall between 6th and 12th Streets and inside The Dayton's Project.

For a full list of hours, please see www.mnsuperbowl.com/sblive

For a full list of hours, please see www.mnsuperbowl.com/sblive

Yes, Super Bowl LIVE presented by Verizon will be open rain, snow or shine!

Yes, Super Bowl LIVE presented by Verizon will be open rain, snow or shine!

We have worked hard to minimize the impacts for the surrounding community on gameday.

Expect roads surrounding U.S. Bank Stadium to be closed; you can see a complete map of those closures here.

Due to security around the stadium on game day and the proximity of the stadium to the light-rail line, regular light-rail service will not operate on gameday; only those holding an official Super Bowl LII ticket, along with a Gameday Fan Express Pass will go through security checkpoints and board light-rail at either Mall of America (Blue Line) or Stadium Village (Green Line) stations on February 4, 2018. Green Line service will operate normally between Stadium Village and Union Depot stations on gameday. For non-game-ticket holders, buses will replace light-rail trains on the entirety of the Blue Line throughout the day on February 4, 2018. Free replacement buses will operate between Target Field Station and Stadium Village Station on the Green Line. Buses run on similar schedules to trains but can take longer; please plan accordingly. These changes are for gameday (Sunday, February 4) only; transit will operate as normal – and with more frequency – throughout the rest of the 10-day festival.

For more information, including on how to reserve parking spots and navigate the skyway system, is available on our Know Before You Go page at mnsuperbowl.com/transportation.

We have worked hard to minimize the impacts for the surrounding community on gameday.

Expect roads surrounding U.S. Bank Stadium to be closed; you can see a complete map of those closures here.

Due to security around the stadium on game day and the proximity of the stadium to the light-rail line, regular light-rail service will not operate on gameday; only those holding an official Super Bowl LII ticket, along with a Gameday Fan Express Pass will go through security checkpoints and board light-rail at either Mall of America (Blue Line) or Stadium Village (Green Line) stations on February 4, 2018. Green Line service will operate normally between Stadium Village and Union Depot stations on gameday. For non-game-ticket holders, buses will replace light-rail trains on the entirety of the Blue Line throughout the day on February 4, 2018. Free replacement buses will operate between Target Field Station and Stadium Village Station on the Green Line. Buses run on similar schedules to trains but can take longer; please plan accordingly. These changes are for gameday (Sunday, February 4) only; transit will operate as normal – and with more frequency – throughout the rest of the 10-day festival.

For more information, including on how to reserve parking spots and navigate the skyway system, is available on our Know Before You Go page at mnsuperbowl.com/transportation.

Yes, please refer to our road closure map on the Transportation Guide on our website: www.mnsuperbowl.com/transportation

Yes, please refer to our road closure map on the Transportation Guide on our website: www.mnsuperbowl.com/transportation

Yes, drivers accept credit/debit cards for all fares.

Yes, drivers accept credit/debit cards for all fares.

Minneapolis has an incredible public transit system. Find out more on the Metro Transit website.

Minneapolis has an incredible public transit system. Find out more on the Metro Transit website.

A list of Minneapolis parking meter rates can be found here: http://www.ci.minneapolis.mn.us/parking/meters/index.htm

A list of Minneapolis parking meter rates can be found here: http://www.ci.minneapolis.mn.us/parking/meters/index.htm

Yes, for a list of Minneapolis city meters, please visit http://www.ci.minneapolis.mn.us/parking/meters/index.htm

Yes, for a list of Minneapolis city meters, please visit http://www.ci.minneapolis.mn.us/parking/meters/index.htm

If at a station, use emergency call box. Follow instruction from Metro Transit officials and/or call 911.

If at a station, use emergency call box. Follow instruction from Metro Transit officials and/or call 911.

Every 5-20 minutes.

Every 5-20 minutes.

Yes, the light rail will stop at the Nicollet Mall station on Blue & Green lines, which will take you to the beginning of Super Bowl LIVE presented by Verizon.

Yes, the light rail will stop at the Nicollet Mall station on Blue & Green lines, which will take you to the beginning of Super Bowl LIVE presented by Verizon.

Check out Metro Transit for ways to get around Minneapolis: https://www.metrotransit.org/super-bowl

Check out Metro Transit for ways to get around Minneapolis: https://www.metrotransit.org/super-bowl

For info on how to get your destination using light rail or buses visit here: https://www.metrotransit.org/super-bowl

For info on how to get your destination using light rail or buses visit here: https://www.metrotransit.org/super-bowl

MSP is close and easily accessible. More info: https://www.metrotransit.org/airport

MSP is close and easily accessible. More info: https://www.metrotransit.org/airport

Getting to and from MSP Airport is easy and convenient. Please visit https://www.metrotransit.org/airport for more details and to plan your route.

Getting to and from MSP Airport is easy and convenient. Please visit https://www.metrotransit.org/airport for more details and to plan your route.

No, only parents and legal guardians may enter this contest on behalf of their children who are ages 8-14 at the time of entry.

No, only parents and legal guardians may enter this contest on behalf of their children who are ages 8-14 at the time of entry.

Yes, although each child must be entered separately.

Yes, although each child must be entered separately.

Yes, you and your child are eligible to enter if you reside within the state of Minnesota.

Yes, you and your child are eligible to enter if you reside within the state of Minnesota.

No, only original recipes that you and your child create yourselves are eligible.

No, only original recipes that you and your child create yourselves are eligible.

Yes! We encourage you to work together to come up with a recipe that is healthy, tastes great, is creative, original and affordable, and has a story behind it.

Yes! We encourage you to work together to come up with a recipe that is healthy, tastes great, is creative, original and affordable, and has a story behind it.

Yes! We encourage you to send a photo of your child and his or her snack creation with your initial submission.

Yes! We encourage you to send a photo of your child and his or her snack creation with your initial submission.

No, once you’ve submitted your child’s recipe you cannot make changes. All submissions are final.

No, once you’ve submitted your child’s recipe you cannot make changes. All submissions are final.

Our judges will be scoring entries in three rounds. Recipes will be scored based on:

• Overall health profile of the recipe (use of vegetables and /or fruit, 100% whole grains, healthy fats, no added sugar, moderate to low salt and no artificial sweeteners/flavors)’
• Ease of preparation
• Creativity and originality
• Taste (seasoning, overall balance and desirability)

Submissions with the highest point totals will be selected in each judging round. In the event of a tie in any round of judging, the Submission with the higher score in the “healthy profile” criterion will prevail. See Official Rules for more details.

Our judges will be scoring entries in three rounds. Recipes will be scored based on:

• Overall health profile of the recipe (use of vegetables and /or fruit, 100% whole grains, healthy fats, no added sugar, moderate to low salt and no artificial sweeteners/flavors)’
• Ease of preparation
• Creativity and originality
• Taste (seasoning, overall balance and desirability)

Submissions with the highest point totals will be selected in each judging round. In the event of a tie in any round of judging, the Submission with the higher score in the “healthy profile” criterion will prevail. See Official Rules for more details.

If you are one of 52 semi- finalists or 10 finalists, this does not mean you’ve won. It means you’ve moved into the next l round of judging. The 10 finalists will prepare their snacks for a panel of chef’s Tuesday, November 28, 2017. 10-15 local chef’s will taste and score the recipes to determine the 3 winning recipes.

If you are one of 52 semi- finalists or 10 finalists, this does not mean you’ve won. It means you’ve moved into the next l round of judging. The 10 finalists will prepare their snacks for a panel of chef’s Tuesday, November 28, 2017. 10-15 local chef’s will taste and score the recipes to determine the 3 winning recipes.

We will be selecting 3 winners.

We will be selecting 3 winners.

The prize includes:

• 52 semi-finalist each receive 4 tickets to the Kid’s Tailgate Party at Minnesota Super Bowl Host Committee’s Bold North Festival and a published Super Snack Challenge recipe cookbook with the 52 semi-finalists recipes included 10 final*ists will each select one (1) charity working in health and wellness reform to receive a $1000 donation from Newman’s Own Foundation
• The third-place winner will select an additional charity working on health and wellness reform to receive a $10,000 donation from Newman’s Own Foundation
• The second-place winner will select an additional charity working on health and wellness reform to receive a $15,000 donation from Newman’s Own Foundation
• The grand prize winner will select an additional charity working on health and wellness reform to receive a $25,000 donation from Newman’s Own Foundation

The prize includes:

• 52 semi-finalist each receive 4 tickets to the Kid’s Tailgate Party at Minnesota Super Bowl Host Committee’s Bold North Festival and a published Super Snack Challenge recipe cookbook with the 52 semi-finalists recipes included 10 final*ists will each select one (1) charity working in health and wellness reform to receive a $1000 donation from Newman’s Own Foundation
• The third-place winner will select an additional charity working on health and wellness reform to receive a $10,000 donation from Newman’s Own Foundation
• The second-place winner will select an additional charity working on health and wellness reform to receive a $15,000 donation from Newman’s Own Foundation
• The grand prize winner will select an additional charity working on health and wellness reform to receive a $25,000 donation from Newman’s Own Foundation