| 4 More Confirm Fanfest Appearances! | Mongolian Stomper | Four more legends have confirmed their appearances at this summer's NWA Wrestling Legends Fanfest Weekend August 4-7 in Atlanta. "The Universal Hearthrob" Austin Idol, The Mongolian Stomper (making his first-ever convention appearance,) "Superfly" Jimmy Snuka, and legendary manager of wrestling's Four Horsemen, James J. Dillon, will join 35 previously-announced featured guests Ole Anderson, The Assassin, Mr. Wrestling II, former AWA Rookie of the Year and NWA National champion Steve O, Killer Karl Kox,"Million Dollar Man" Ted Dibiase, "Doctor D" David Schultz, "Mr. USA" Tony Atlas, Killer Tim Brooks, The Masked Superstar, Dory Funk Jr., Terry Funk,"Continental Lover" Eddie Mansfield, "Wildfire" Tommy Rich, Nick Bockwinkel,Harley Race, Joyce Grable, Judy Martin, Leilani Kai, Thunderbolt Patterson,Ron Simmons, Gypsy Joe, Stan Hansen, Teddy Long, Ron Garvin, Ron Bass,Buddy Colt, Scrappy McGowan, Moondog Rex, Tully Blanchard, "The Perfect 10" Baby Doll, Greg "The Hammer" Valentine, Lars Anderson, "Big Mama" Felicia Valiant and "Russian Bear" Ivan Koloff signing autographs and taking photos with fans over the course of the three-day, four night event at Atlanta's Airport Marriott hotel. Each featured guest will be scheduled to take photos with fans at least once (sometimes more,) during the weekend. For a nominal fee, we'll take your photo, process it -- even get it autographed for free! -- and return to you a beautiful, one-of-a-kind 8" x 10" autographed photo of you and your favorite wrestling heroes! An incredible keepsake that will last a lifetime! There will be individual photo ops with each of the featured guests, as well as some rare, group photo ops available.
Each featured guest will also be scheduled to sign autographs for fans at least once during the weekend. Those with VIP "All Access" Passes are allowed to get two free autographs from each featured guest at our Autograph Stage.
Over the next week, we will be announcing our final guest confirmations for this year's Atlanta fanfest.
| Masked Superstar Q&A Kicks Off Opening Night! | Masked Superstar | Four-time Georgia Heavyweight champion, international wrestling legend and 2011 Hall of Heroes honoree The Masked Superstar kicks off our NWA Wrestling Legends Fanfest Weekend in Atlanta with a question-and-answer session on Thursday night, August 4. This is your opportunity to interact with one of the all-time great masked men in an up close, intimate setting. Not only will you have a chance to hear him speak about his unforgettable, record-setting Georgia feud with Mr. Wrestling II; there are no limits to the discussion. The Mongols, Demolition, The Machines, ask whatever questions you'd like. The Q&A is set to begin at 6:05 p.m. at Atlanta's Airport Marriott hotel. | Three NWA World Titles On The Line At Fanfest, Reserve Your Spot On The Bus Now! | NWA World Champ The Sheik | Three NWA World championships will be at stake and the 2011 NWA Future Legends Cup winner will be crowned when live wrestling matches return to this August's NWA Wrestling Legends Fanfest Weekend! New NWA World Heavyweight Champion The Sheik has three challengers looking to get a shot at the famous "10 pounds of gold." Former champ Colt "Boom Boom" Cabana, 3-time former champ "Scrap Iron" Adam Pearce, and former TNA Television champion Gunner are the three top contenders, and each has a compelling case for why he should get the opportunity to fight for the championship. All have confirmed they'll be in Atlanta as well!
| Gunner | The final rounds of the 2011 NWA Future Legends Cup competition will also take place, featuring eight of the very best young talents in the country. Last year's winner, current TNA superstar Gunner (the former Phill Shatter,) will present the beautiful cup to this year's winner. This showcase of the very best the National Wrestling Alliance has to offer takes place Saturday night, August 6 at the VFW Fairgrounds in Carrolton, Georgia (a regular stop during the glory days of Georgia Championship Wrestling.) The all-star card is being held in conjunction with this year's NWA Wrestling Legends Fanfest Weekend in Atlanta August 4-7.
NWA World Junior Heavyweight Champion Craig Classic will defend against longtime Alabama Junior Heavyweight Champion "Action" Mike Jackson, and the NWA World Tag Team Championship will be defended on the card, as well.
As in previous years, those with fanfest VIP "All Access" Passes will be admitted to the matches free of charge and prior to non-VIPs. Luxury charter buses will be available for a nominal fee to provide roundtrip transportation from Atlanta's Airport Marriott (site of this year's fanfest activities,) to Carrolton's VFW Fairgrounds, for any fanfest attendees that would like to attend the matches. VIPs that wish to make the 50-mile drive to Carrolton on their own will be allowed to enter the arena with other VIPs (as long as you're there when it's time to open the doors.) VIPs are strongly encouraged to consider the charter bus service available. Take advantage of the opportunity to let someone else drive, and enjoy the to-be-announced onboard activities provided. The buses will leave Atlanta's Airport Marriott at 5:30 p.m. and return by 11 p.m., in time for "All My Rowdy Friends" with "Rowdy" Roddy Piper! (Very important note: "All My Rowdy Friends" with "Rowdy" Roddy Piper will not begin until the charter buses have returned back to the hotel.) RESERVE YOUR SPOT ON THE BUS NOW! The roundtrip bus service is $21 per person and available now. One of the buses has been designated as a "party bus" for those adults that are so inclined, with complimentary alcoholic beverages provided in both directions. The price for a seat on the "party bus" is $35 per person and is open to anyone 21 years of age and older.
Deadline for reserving your seat on the bus is Thursday, July 21. | Fanfest Travellers Save $$$ With Delta Airlines! | Save $$$ Flying With Delta | Delta Airlines is offering a discount to folks flying to/from Atlanta for our NWA Wrestling Legends Fanfest Weekend!
It's not a tremendous discount, but every little bit helps, right?
To compare fares and book your flights to Atlanta, please call 1-800-328-1111 and use the Booking Code: NM6KF
The discount is good, as well, on KLM and AirFrance flights booked through Delta. | Book Your Rooms Now At Discounted Rate! | Atlanta Airport Marriott | The Atlanta Airport Marriott, the host hotel for this summer's NWA Wrestling Legends Fanfest Weekend, is offering a discounted group rate for those that book early. Nestled among 14 acres of picturesque grounds, this luxurious 628-room airport-area hotel represents a tranquil retreat combined with state-of-the-art amenities. Spacious rooms feature Plug In Panel (lets guests check-in then plug-in all of their electronic devices,) a 32-inch flat screen panel LCD TV, deluxe bedding and double pane soundproof windows. Located inside the hotel, Bentley's Steakhouse features delectable cuisine and tender steaks, or delight in authentic Japanese sushi prepared at The Lobby Bar. Situated near the Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport, the hotel provides complimentary shuttle to the airport and MARTA transportation. The $99 discounted group rate for fanfest attendees is being offered for the dates Wednesday, August 3 through Monday, August 8 and, if available, the hotel may offer you the discounted group rate up to three days prior or three days after these dates. Keep in mind, we have a limited number of rooms at this $99 discounted group rate, so please make your room reservations as soon as you're certain of your travel plans. You may now make reservations online at Marriott.com or by calling 1-800-228-9290. If you book online, please use the Group/Convention Code: GWLGWLA to receive the discounted group rate. If you make your reservations by phone, make sure to tell them you want the discounted group rate for the Georgia Wrestling Legends Fanfest Weekend at the Atlanta Airport Marriott. Make your reservations by Friday, July 22, 2011, or even sooner to guarantee you receive the $99 discounted group rate for fanfest attendees.
| | | | 2011 Fanfest Dates | | Thursday, August 4 MASKED SUPERSTAR Q&A 6:05 p.m. Open to VIPs Only
'DR. D' DAVID SCHULTZ Q&A 8:05 p.m. Open to VIPs Only
Q&A 10:05 p.m. Open to VIPs Only
Friday, August 5 Open to public 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Open to VIPs at 9 a.m.
Hall of Heroes Dinner & Awards 7:30 p.m. Separate Ticket Required
Saturday, August 6 Open to public 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Open to VIPs at 9 a.m. Live Wrestling Matches VFW Fairgrounds Carrolton, GA 7:30 p.m. Belltime "All My Rowdy Friends" with 'Rowdy' Roddy Piper 11 p.m. Open to VIPs Only
Sunday, August 7 Open to public 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Open to VIPs at 9 a.m.
Evening Worship Service 7-9 p.m. Free and Open to Everyone! | Location | | ATLANTA, GA Atlanta Airport Marriott Hotel 4711 Best Road Atlanta, GA 30337
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