ORLANDO, Fla. (Feb. 09, 2012) – Golfweek’s Golfest, presented by CenturyLink/Prism, is returning to The Polo Fields at The Villages March 2-3. A popular demo day and outdoor golf festival, Golfweek’s Golfest invites golfers of all ages and skill levels to try and buy golf’s hottest new equipment, all while enjoying an action-packed weekend full of golf-centric events and activities.
Golfweek’s Golfest at The Villages will feature the Columbia ParCar $1 Million Hole-In-One Challenge, the CenturyLink/Prism Par 3 Challenge and special on-site pricing on golf clubs. Golfweek’s Golfest will also present live golf performances on The Villages Health System Main Stage, including the first-ever competition for “The Villages Golf Entertainer of the Year” and clinics by Brad Brewer, president of the Brad Brewer Golf Academy.
“We’re always on the lookout for new ways to enhance what is already an unbelievable event,” said Golfweek Director of Events Armand Cimaroli, “which is why this year’s Golfweek’s Golfest event at The Villages will not only deliver a wide range of thrilling golf entertainment, but also a bevy of incredible prize offerings, such as tickets to golf’s biggest events and amazing golf vacations at top-rated courses.”
Items in Golfweek’s Golfest prize drawings include:
• Tickets to the Tour Championship, PGA Championship, Ryder Cup, BMW Championship and Arnold Palmer Invitational
• Golf trips to Bandon Dunes Resort, Whistling Straits and more
• Entry to play in the Golf.com World Amateur Handicap Championships
Golfweek’s Golfest is open to the public and will run from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. both Friday and Saturday. Advance tickets may be purchased for $8 at any golf facility at The Villages. Tickets purchased at the gate on the day of the event are $10 for adults; children 16 and under are free.
For location information, schedule of events and more details, visit www.Golfest.com.
About Golfweek
Founded in 1975, Golfweek is the most authentic, authoritative and independent voice in golf. Serving enthusiasts who are truly passionate about the game of golf, the Golfweek brand includes Golfweek magazine, Golfweek.com, Golfweek OnDemand, Golfweek Mobile, Golfweek Custom Media, The Golf Wire, The Apparel Wire, The Tour Van and TurfNet.com. Golfweek is part of Turnstile Media Group, which specializes in developing diverse media platforms that engage and strengthen the communities they serve. Founded in 1990 and headquartered in Orlando, Fla., Turnstile Media Group is also the parent of Professional Artist, Community Media Holdings, The Seminole Voice, The Winter Park/Maitland Observer and Turnstile Connect.
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