BLOOMINGTON, MN

The Big Game in Minneapolis is right around the corner and Mall of America® is gearing up to celebrate the Bold North!

The largest retail and entertainment center in North America is extending hours during the days leading to the Super Bowl on Feb. 4 so guests can shop until they drop and enjoy no sales tax on clothing and shoes. One of the must-see events at MOA® is the Fan Gallery. Guests can spot their favorite athletes, coaches, celebrities and media personalities all in one spot, Level 3 North. Home to more than 150 media outlets, the Fan Gallery allows guests to catch interviews and live broadcastings, free of charge.

Just under the Fan Gallery, on the way into Nickelodeon Universe® indoor theme park, floral and football lovers a-like can stop for photo-op with a one of kind flower display. The Bloomington Convention and Visitor Bureau is hosting a photo booth with a Lombardi Trophy made of flowers, located on Level 1 North perfectly placed in Mall of America's North Garden. On the day of the big game, guests can try on authentic team uniforms, shoulder pads and all, for another one of a kind photo. For a complete up to date list of events and all things Bold North at Mall of America visit www.mallofamerica.com/boldnorth.

Bloomington, MOA's home city, is welcoming guests to embrace The Bold North and experience local attractions that are sure to delight with The Bold North Package.  Guests can choose a Bloomington hotel and receive a Super Bowl LII cap and a Bold North Tumbler. Equipped with tickets to FlyOver America, SEA LIFE® Minnesota Aquarium, and Nickelodeon Universe,® guests who choose this package will also enjoy a Mall of America® Coupon Book and gift cards to FireLake Grill House & Cocktail Bar ($50) and Hard Rock Café ($25). The Bold North package is available at www.bloomingtonmn.org

Mall of America is located next to MSP International Airport and linked by convenient Light Rail Train to downtown Minneapolis and St. Paul.  The Super Bowl will be played in the new U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis.  MOA attracts more than 40 million visitors annually from around the world.