National Championship Beach Bash 2017: What To Know Before You Go

CLEARWATER, FL — Before Alabama and Clemson football players meet on the gridiron at Raymond James Stadium for the College Football National Championship, Clearwater Beach will be the place to be. The city of Clearwater is playing host to the Championship Beach Bash on Sunday.

Before fans head to the beach to soak up the sun and fun, the City of Clearwater wants to make sure they know a few things. Here’s what guests need to know before attending the pep rally-style event:

Beach Bash Times and Location

The fun gets started on Clearwater Beach at 11 a.m. Jan. 8. Festivities are expected to continue until about 4 p.m. Activities will take place near Pier 60.

The Entertainment

A full day’s worth of fun is planned that includes:

• Live music by Stormbringer
• A celebrity flag football game
• Performances by both the Clemson University and University of Alabama marching bands

Organizers say appearances by both teams’ cheerleaders are also expected along with games and other activities.

Where to Park

Folks need to know that the Pier 60 parking lot will be off limits to visitors during the event. The lot is reserved for buses, media and “other apparatus,” the city said in an email.

The Pelican Walk Park parking garage, 483 Mandalay Ave., will be open. The new 450-space garage charges $2 an hour for parking. Visitors are also encouraged to park in downtown and take the Clearwater Ferry or Jolley Trolley to the beach. It’s also possible to bike or walk across the Memorial Causeway to access the fun.

For more information about the bash and other championship events, visit the National Championship website.

Photo courtesy of the City of Clearwater's Facebook page