NFL Draft 2015 In Chicago

Chicago’s Grant Park is where the 2015 NFL Draft happened and it happened with style.  The entire park was transformed into Draft Town.  Hours before the actual NFL Draft happened there was plenty of festivities to do in Daft Town.  Everything from getting autographs signed from Hall-Of-Frame NFL players, to playing the new Madden 16 (that will not come out until August), to kicking the 20 yard field goal, to trying to beat an NFL player 40 yard dash time.  There was even a flag football game for the kids.  It was part of the NFL’s “Play 60” campaign that encourages kids to play everyday for at least 60 minutes.  Of course there was an NFL gift shop where you can get the latest hats, jerseys or anything with your favorite teams logo on.
Draft City had an assortment of vendors.  It was almost like a mini Taste Of Chicago.  You can get sandwiches, pizza, popcorn, even beer.  There was a full bar with artists performing and there was live music as well.  There were several DJs on about three stages thoughout the event. And about 5 local radio stations.  Most of the events for the children were free.  It’s a fun time for the whole family.  If you missed out on todays festivities don’t worry the giraffe will be in Chicago untilSaturday May 2nd 2015.