Harlem Globetrotters
Thursday, January 14th, 2010There are a few events as a child that ever stand out in my mind… going to the circus, a baseball game and seeing the Harlem Globetrotters. For years now I have longed to take my oldest boys to see them, especially our second son who loves basketball.
So when I received an email offering me the opportunity to go see them I jumped at it! We are so excited to take the boys to see this great entertaining event in a nearby town.
This is their 84th season! I remember the show being funny, exciting, awe inspiring and just plain old fun, so I hope for the very same experience for my own children.
Want to know more about the Harlem Globetrotters and their tour? Well here’s some basic information, but be sure to visit their website to learn even more and to see if they are coming to a town near you.
Their 2010 U.S. “Magical Memories” tour began on December 26th and continues through May 2nd, and will makes its way to 216 cities—with the Globetrotters taking on their arch-rivals, the Washington Generals, at each stop.
They are offering a code that readers can use to get a $7 discount for each ticket purchased (Note: Not valid on VIP or courtside seats. Available online only. Valid until the day before the show.) Ticket prices do vary slightly at the various arenas, but they typically average $25 each, thus allowing a family of four to save $28 in total. Readers can simply visit www.harlemglobetrotters.com locate a game in their area and purchase tickets using the promotional code: HGMOM to redeem the coupon.
They are also offering a giveaway which includes a Harlem Globetrotter mini-basketball, authentic Globetrotter wristbands, an autographed Harlem Globetrotter team photo and a 2010 game program. To enter simply visit their site to see if they are coming to a town near you, then come back here and leave a comment telling me why you’d like to go.
There are some great extra entry opportunities as well of course, feel free to take advantage of all of the entries for as many chances to win as possible.…Just be sure to leave a NEW comment with each entry…:
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It is void where prohibited, be sure to read my giveaway policies here. Be sure to enter by January 28, 2010. This giveaway is open to US addresses only.
Disclosure: I always give honest and forthright reviews and will not present something that poses a conflict of interest &/or that I do not like. Harlem Globetrotters is providing our family with free tickets to attend a local event, information and tickets through Coyne Public Relations. You can read my full disclosure policy here.
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