Winter Classic Park to feature visit from Stanley Cup

NEW YORK -- Autograph sessions featuring former Chicago Blackhawks and Boston Bruins players Brian Campbell, Bryan Bickell, Tony Esposito, Denis Savard and Johnny Bucyk; a myriad of hockey attractions, including the most revered trophy in all sports - the Stanley Cup®; live music; and much more will be part of the 2019 Bridgestone NHL Winter Classic Park™, the free fan festival in Chicago's Jay Pritzker Pavilion at Millennium Park, from 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. CT on Saturday, Dec. 29, Sunday, Dec. 30, and Monday, Dec. 31.

The three-day fan festival in Chicago will serve as a preview of the 2019 Bridgestone NHL Winter Classic®, the much-anticipated outdoor New Year's Day game between the Blackhawks and Bruins at Notre Dame Stadium in South Bend, Ind. (1 p.m. ET, NBC, Sportsnet, TVA Sports).
WHAT: 2019 Bridgestone NHL Winter Classic Park
WHEN: Saturday, Dec. 29, 2018: 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. CT; Sunday, Dec. 30, 2018: 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. CT; Monday, Dec. 31, 2018: 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. CT
WHERE: Jay Pritzker Pavilion at Millennium Park; 201 E. Randolph St., Chicago, IL 60601
The following is a schedule of events and list of hockey-themed experiences that will be free and open to the public during hours of operations. All times are local (CT) and subject to change. All fans will be required to go through metal detectors upon entry into the 2019 Bridgestone NHL Winter Classic Park™ and all bags will be subject to search. For the most up-to-date schedule of events, appearances and fan reminders, fans should visit NHL.com/WinterClassic or download the NHL Fan Access™ App. Fans can join the conversation via the official hashtag NHL #WinterClassic.
Saturday, Dec. 29
12 - 4 p.m. - The Stanley Cup
12 - 1 p.m. - Brian Campbell autograph session
2 - 3 p.m. - Bryan Bickell autograph session
11:30 a.m. & 1 p.m. - Musical performance by Red Carpet Riot
Sunday, Dec. 30
12 - 4 p.m. - The Stanley Cup
1:30 - 2:15 p.m. - Denis Savard autograph session
2:30 - 3:30 p.m. - MillerCoors Beer Summit and Q&A with Ray Bourque & Denis Savard
11:30 a.m. & 1 p.m. - Musical performance by Stache
Monday, Dec. 31
12 - 4 p.m. - The Stanley Cup
12 - 1 p.m. - Tony Esposito autograph session
2 - 3 p.m. - Johnny Bucyk autograph session
11:30 a.m. & 1 p.m. - Musical performance by 97Nine
The following hockey-themed experiences will be free and open to the public during operating hours:
• Bridgestone: Bridgestone, the title sponsor of the 2019 Bridgestone NHL Winter Classic Park and 2019 Bridgestone NHL Winter Classic, will offer a variety of fun challenges that put fans in control, from slapshot Tic-Tac-Tire to a gaming skills competition with EA NHL®19. Fans also can capture a digital New Year's keepsake with a unique Cinemograph freeze frame photo.
• Discover: Stop by the Discover Card booth to play Frozen Mini Golf.
• Dunkin': Dunkin's Brewed for This Zone will feature air hockey and bubble hockey competitions. After playing, pick up a free cup of coffee, hot chocolate or munchkins.
• Federal Mogul: Take your shot at different targets. Federal Mogul will give away keychains, phone wallets and ear buds.
• Fisherman's Friend: Who has the hardest shot? Give it your best shot at Fisherman's Friend, where you can pick up free throat lozenges.
• Kraft Heinz: The popular Kraft Heinz Nutmobile and Weinermobile will be part of the 2019 Bridgestone NHL Winter Classic Park for photo opportunities. Plus, Kraft Heinz will give away Weenie Whistles and mini peanut packs.
• GEICO: The GEICO Hockey Fan Zone will offer fans the chance to take a photo in a giant hockey helmet or try their luck with the "howling" hockey-themed bowling game.
• Honda: The Honda Precision Passing Hockey Challenge will enable fans to test their passing abilities and receive free wireless ear buds, portable chargers, cinch bags and lip balms.
• MillerCoors: MillerCoors will be right alongside its fans bringing a double-land slapshot, allowing fans age 21 and older to crush their own recyclable cans. Plus, MillerCoors will be giving away koozies, keychain bottle openers and sunglasses.
• New Amsterdam Vodka: Try your shot at the New Amsterdam Vodka Bullseye Battle.
• Pepsi/Rold Gold: Pepsi/Rold Gold will offer fans the chance to compete in the Pretzel Slapshot challenge and enjoy style and a snack with special "pretzel necklaces."
• PPG: Fans can play PPG's Shoot N' Score to test their hockey skills and try to hit PPG paint as well as receive free giveaways.
• Ticketmaster: Fans can test their shooting accuracy - just like the pros do - at the Ticketmaster Accuracy Challenge.
• Upper Deck: Have you ever had your own trading card? The Upper Deck Trading Card Zone will offer you the opportunity to get your own personalized hockey card for free! Upper Deck also will be giving away the Upper Deck e-Pack™, the best way to open NHL® packs and trade cards online at UpperDeckePack.com.
In addition, a wide assortment of NHL Winter Classic® products will be available for purchase at the Official Merchandise Shop at the 2019 Bridgestone NHL Winter Classic Park™.