The Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center will turn into a basketball lover’s paradise, complete with appearances by legends of the Silver & Black.
SAN ANTONIO — While free concerts take over Tower Park and fans flock to open practice at the Alamodome, downtown’s Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center will play host to the Final Four Fan Fest extravaganza.
The event promises to create a four-day “sports wonderland” complete with games and autograph signing sessions as the eyes of the college basketball world turn to San Antonio. Spurs fans are in luck, too: Avery Johnson, David Robinson, Bruce Bowen and other icons will be on hand certain days.
It runs Friday through Monday at the convention center, capitalizing on the excitement of the tournament’s final games between Duke, Houston, Auburn and Florida.
VIA is offering Park & Ride service for those heading to the Fan Fest. Here’s what to know before you go.
How much does it cost?
The Fan Fest is free for children 12 years old and younger. Tickets cost $10 for everyone else.
If you’ve got a ticket to any of the Final Four games, you’ll also be able to get in for free; just show your ticket at the door. Active military and veterans get in for free and can also redeem complimentary access for up to three others.
College students also get 50% off their ticket with a valid university ID.
Where is it?
The Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center, located downtown at 900 East Market St.
When is it?
Here are the dates and times the Fan Fest will be open…
- Friday: Noon to 6 p.m.
- Saturday: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
- Sunday: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
- Monday: Noon to 6 p.m.
Where can I see those Spurs players, anyway?
Figured you’d ask!
Here’s when you’ll be able to catch some of San Antonio’s NBA legends at the Fan Fest…
- Avery Johnson: Friday from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. at the Capital One Experience area.
- Bruce Bowen: Friday from 4 p.m. to 5 p.m. at the Turbo Tax Fan Zone.
- Danny Green: Saturday from 2 p.m. to 3 pm. at the Turbo Tax Fan Zone.
- Matt Bonner: Saturday from 2:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. at the Coca-Cola Zero Sugar area.
- David Robinson: Saturday from 3:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the Capital One Experience area.
What else can I expect?
Depending on what area of the Fan Fest you go to, families can enjoy testing their shooting skills, check out immersive experiences, compete on interactive soundboards and much more.
Other attractions scheduled for certain days include the Final Four Pep Rally, shows by the Spurs entertainment teams, a slam dunk contest, UTSA Cheer clinics and a watch party for the semifinal games on Saturday.