The Irving Convention & Visitors Bureau launches fun, innovative ways to keep fans connected at the #attbyronnelson including putting, pitching & paddle boarding for prizes
IRVING, Texas, May 18, 2016 – The Irving Convention & Visitors Bureau is bringing its A-game again this year to its social media efforts, with fun, innovative ways that will keep fans shouting their excitement from the course, even while they’re hushed on the green.
New this year, the ICVB invites spectators for a “Round of Fun” at Irving Circle featuring uniquely Irving attractions. Fans can:
--Paddle, Putt & Pitch, then post for prizes!
--Bogey down with live music from the Texas Musicians Museum
--Par-tee it up with friends & fun photo ops
--Get into the swing of things at the Mustang Watering Hole (Putt for a free bottle of cold water.)
--Chill in a welcoming oasis of misters and shaded tables
--Ace a game of cornhole
Other Irving Circle activities include photo opportunities with a Hunky Gondolier and Paddleboard Beach Babe, free caricature portraits, lots of giveaways and much sought-after swag. Irving Circle is located between the Pavilion and the No. 2 tee.
Additional contests and giveaways include:
VIT – Very Important Tweeter Contest
Each day, two Very Important Tweeter will be selected for an upgrade for two from general admission to complimentary access to the Irving CVB Villa on the 18th green where they can enjoy food, air-conditioning and an amazing view of No. 18. Attendees need only tweet using #VisitIrving and #attbyronnelson to be eligible for the upgrade. (One winner per household.)
#VisitIrving Swag Bags & Giveaways
Attendees can follow the @attbyronnelson social accounts each day to find #VisitIrving swagbags hidden around the course. Plus, they can follow @VisitIrvingTx social accounts each day for additional exciting giveaways and fun.
Links / URLs:
ICVB Facebook: facebook.com/IrvingTexasCVB
ICVB Twitter: @VisitIrvingTx; #VisitIrving
ICVB Instagram: VisitIrvingTx
AT&T Byron Nelson Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/attbyronnelson
AT&T Byron Nelson Twitter: @attbyronnelson; #attbyronnelson
AT&T Byron Nelson Instagram: @attbyronnelson
About the AT&T Byron Nelson
The AT&T Byron Nelson is hosted by the Salesmanship Club of Dallas and has been a premier PGA TOUR event for over 45 years. The tournament has raised more than $143 million since its inception in 1968, making it the most financially successful charity event on the PGA TOUR. All proceeds benefit Momentous Institute, the nonprofit operated by the Salesmanship Club for over 95 years. The organization serves nearly 7,000 kids and family members directly each year through research and training, mental health and education programs. The AT&T Byron Nelson is one of North Texas’ biggest sports attractions and most anticipated social events of the spring.
About Irving, Texas
Located immediately adjacent to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport and between Dallas and Fort Worth, Irving, Texas, boasts more than 75 hotels and nearly 12,000 rooms. Las Colinas, a 12,000-acre master-planned community within the city of Irving, is known worldwide for its quality and uniqueness. The city is home to 10,000+ companies, 50 Fortune 500 companies, and the world headquarters of five Fortune 500 companies.
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