The NFL holds the Pro Bowl every year, showcasing the best football players in the league as voted by the players, coaches and fans. It will be held a week before the Super Bowl, making it convenient for players and fans to participate in both.

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When is Pro Bowl 2015?

Sunday, January 25, 2015 at 5 p.m. local time. A date for ticket sales has not yet been announced.

Tickets for the Official NFL Pro Bowl Tailgate Party on January 25, 2105 at 2 p.m. will be offered to Arizona Cardinals season ticketholders beginning August 4, 2014 through Ticketmaster (Buy Direct).

Where will the game be played?

University of Phoenix Stadium is a state-of-the-art facility in Glendale, Arizona. It is the home of the Arizona Cardinals and was the first stadium in North America to feature a retractable roof and a roll-out grass field. Watch a short video about the stadium. This is the same stadium where the Super Bowl will be played a week later. The stadium will hold about 73,000 people. Here are more details about University of Phoenix Stadium (formerly known as Cardinals Stadium).

Are there any special events or parties?

You betcha! All kinds of events and activities are planned for the days before the Pro Bowl and continuing through Super Bowl Sunday on Feb.

1. Check here for the list.

I also prepared a map of major Super Bowl activities and points of interest.

Will it snow?

While we have seen snow in the desert a few times, I seriously doubt it. Typical weather for this time of year would indicate that it will probably be in the 60s at game time. If it is colder, you might need a jacket for outdoor tailgate parties and other local activities (will you be going to the Waste Management Phoenix Open while you are in town?). When you are in the stadium, you'll be in climate-controlled comfort, even if it is chilly outside.

Where is the stadium?

It's in Glendale, Arizona which is in the northwest part of the Valley of the Sun. Here is a map and directions to University of Phoenix Stadium. The stadium is NOT accessible by light rail.

How do I get tickets?

Tickets for the 2015 Pro Bowl are available online through Ticketmaster. Here is that direct link.

If you are not able to get the tickets you want, you can usually buy Pro Bowl tickets (will cost more than face value) through a reputable ticket broker, like TicketsNow.com (Buy Direct).  Be careful about buying tickets from unauthorized ticket sellers!

If you are lucky enough to get tickets to the 2015 Pro Bowl, here's a seating chart for the University of Phoenix Stadium in Glendale so you can see where your seats are located.

I'm coming to the 2015 Pro Bowl -- where should I stay?

Here are some recommendations for hotels. They are listed in the order of closest to the stadium first.

Many of the other festivals and parties leading up to the Super Bowl during the week in between Pro Bowl and Super Bowl will likely take place in downtown Phoenix. For that reason, your first or second choice of hotels should probably be downtown Phoenix or downtown Tempe, where METRO Light Rail can transport you around the downtown area.

Closest to the Stadium

Glendale, Arizona Hotels
West Phoenix Hotels
Peoria, Surprise, Sun City Hotels
Avondale, Goodyear Hotels
Central/North Central Phoenix Hotels

Near Downtown Phoenix - Airport, Other Sports Venues, Concert Venues, Bars, Clubs

Downtown Phoenix Hotels
Hotels Near Sky Harbor International Airport
Hotels within Walking Distance of METRO Light Rail Line

Scottsdale - Resorts, Dining, Clubs, Waste Management Phoenix Open

Downtown Scottsdale Hotels
North Scottsdale Hotels

Tempe - A.S.U., Bars, Clubs

Tempe Hotels

Finally, if price and location aren't as important as luxury:
The Best Resorts in Greater Phoenix

Use this map to see the relationship of the various cities in Greater Phoenix to Glendale.

You say you'd rather try to find a vacation rental? I imagine that there will be plenty offered! Those are great for groups, or if you'd rather not pay extra for amenities that are not that important to you, like onsite restaurants, room service, valet parking, etc. Here are three popular companies for finding local vacation rentals.

Will there be other events associated with Pro Bowl?

They have not yet been announced, but as I already mentioned, the week before Super Bowl is a busy one. Check the Super Bowl page to find out more about the NFL experience and other football parties/activities.

What else should I know about the Pro Bowl?

As announcements are made, I will update this page. For official information, visit the NFL online.

_{All dates, times, prices and offerings are subject to change without notice.}