April 18 marked the 100-day countdown to the Opening Ceremony of the London 2012 Olympic Games. The Road to London Celebration presented by Hilton HHonors transformed Times Square into a festive Olympic Village for one remarkable day, complete with dozens of athletes, sport demonstrations, giveaways, autograph sessions, interactive sport experiences, and more than just a touch of London. April 18 truly awakened the spirit of the Olympic and Paralympic Games throughout New York City, shining a spotlight on the inspiring stories of Team USA athletes.
Who: 78 confirmed Olympians, Paralympians and hopefuls; free and open to the public; media opportunities throughout the event - Athlete List and Athlete Bios
What: Team USA Road to London Celebration - Run of Show
When: April 18 – 8:30-9:30 a.m. EST (media only), 10 a.m.-6 p.m. EST (media and public)
Where: New York City, Times Square, 45th-47th blocks
How: Interested media should register online.
Once registered, you can pick up your credential at the following times/locations:
- April 18: 8 a.m.-5:30 p.m. at the Doubletree Times Square (7th & 47th). Look for the USOC Media Registration table in the ground floor lobby.
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If you have specific questions, please email Vanessa Virbitsky at vanessa.virbitsky@usoc.org or call (719) 237-3588.
