Leading golf instructor David Leadbetter to headline popular golf festival
ORLANDO, Fla. (Jan. 19, 2012) – Golfweek’s Golfest, presented by Transitions Championship, is bringing its popular demo day and golf festival back to Tampa Bay Downs Golf Practice Facility Feb. 18-19. With a portion of the proceeds benefiting Future Champions Golf Tour and The First Tee, Golfweek’s Golfest Tampa allows golfers to not only try and buy golf’s hottest new equipment, but also enjoy exciting Main Stage entertainment from golf gurus like headliner David Leadbetter.
“The purpose of the Golfweek’s Golfest series has always been about making the sport accessible to golfers of all ages and skill levels, which is why these events continue to draw people in year after year,” said Armand Cimaroli, Golfweek director of events. “Our 2011 debut in Tampa was a huge success, and thanks to David (Leadbetter) and the support of our partners, this year’s Golfest is sure to top it.”
In addition to checking out the latest gear, Golfweek’s Golfest attendees will have the opportunity to:
• Receive free golf lessons from PGA pros
• Take advantage of exclusive on-site discounts at the PGA Golf Shop
• Play in the daily $25,000 Putting Challenge, sponsored by Paradise Golf and Future Champions Golf Tour
• Win prizes at the Golfest Chipping Contest
• Watch David Leadbetter, the Dennis Walters Golf Show and others on the Main Stage
• Enjoy food and beverages at the Golfest Diner
Golfweek’s Golfest Tampa will be open to the public Saturday, Feb. 18 (9 a.m. to 4 p.m.) and Sunday, Feb. 20 (9 a.m. to 3 p.m.). Admission is $10 for adults; juniors 16 and under are free. Parking for this event is also free. Tickets go on sale Feb. 1 at Tampa Bay Downs Golf Practice Facility. Visit Golfest.com for complete event details.
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