Shaq’s Fun Home Comes to Phoenix with Snoop Dogg, Diplo for the Super Bowl – The Hollywood Reporter
Shaquille O’Neal is going to Phoenix for the Super Bowl over the weekend.
The NBA legend announced today that he’s bringing his carnival-inspired Shaq’s Fun House to the desert for Big Game Weekend, posting at the Talking Stick Resort in Scottsdale on February 10. Presented by NetSpend and produced by Medium Rare in partnership with Authentic Entertainment, the 5th annual event will feature title artist Snoop Dogg with a performance by superstar DJ Diplo. Also hitting the turntable will be O’Neal himself with his stage name, DJ Diesel, performed by Takis.
“It has been amazing to see the growth of Happy House over the past 5 years and we are excited to bring it to the people of Phoenix,” said O’Neal of the event that will also feature a ceremony. Full masquerade with games. , horseback riding and experience. “We continue to set the standard for fun. We’re thrilled to have NetSpend join us this year and allow us to grow bigger, better, and even bring fans in to experience what Happy Home is all about.”
Speaking of inbound guests, NetSpend will be launching a weekend sweepstakes during the Weekend Big Game, which will include a grand prize for one lucky guest, including round-trip airfare, a meet and greet with O’Neal and spend money from NetSpend. Other NetSpend Hotspots: The NetSpend Ferris Wheel and the “Nothing Like NETSpend” basketball carnival game with payouts.
“We have long been intrigued by Shaq’s incredible commitment to generosity, giving and community support. With Shaq’s larger-than-life Fun House event, we’re thrilled to host an amazing weekend with our fans and attendees,” said Kelley Knutson, President of NetSpend. “The opportunity to join Shaq’s Happy Home is a unique way for NetSpend to deliver on our commitment to financial access and inclusion. Through our mobile accounts, NetSpend is focused on empowering people to achieve their financial dreams and build a better financial future.”
Other sponsors include Anheuser-Busch and Bud Light Seltzer and NUTRL, Papa Johns, Emsculpt Neo, Licor 43, Electrolit, TickPick, etc. Tickets will go on sale to the public on December 16.
