2009 Super Bowl Party Awards

Best Overall Super Bowl Party:

Madden Bowl XV

At the 15th annual EA Sports Madden Bowl, not only was a Madden Bowl Champion crowned, but the king of the 2009 Super Bowl Parties was anointed. Anytime you have a who's who of the NFL show up to a Super Bowl Party, to not only battle it out on the big screen, but also on the dance floor, you are in for an entertaining evening. Joel Madden of Good Charlotte DJ'ed the after party, and guests Donovan McNabb, Ray Lewis, and Terrell Owens gave us a glimpse of what its like to party with the big boys. Ybor City's multi-level Honey Pot, was a great venue for all the festivities, as there was plenty to see and do at this great bash.

Honorable Mention: ESPN Super Bowl Party



Best Entertainment at a Super Bowl Party:

Wyclef Jean at the ESPN Magazine's NEXT Super Bowl Party

When Wyclef Jean took the stage, he definitely took the ESPN NEXT party to the NEXT level, as evidenced by the energy of the guests. Wyclef has traditionally been known to involve the crowd in his performances, and Saturday night was no exception. Even 30 degree temperatures couldn't stop the outdoor crowd from enjoying Wyclef's entire electrifying set.

Honorable Mention: Snoop Dogg at Bud Bowl



Best Value:

Leather and Laces 2009

For the second year in a row, the Leather & Laces Super Bowl Party offered up 360 degrees of eye candy, smokin' hot celebrity hostesses, and an open bar, all for a sub $300 entrance price, which seemed like an ultimate bargain when compared to other parties.

Honorable Mention: Club 009 Pre-Game Party



Most Star Power:

ESPN Super Bowl Party

Alyssa Milano, Kevin James, Lil Wayne, and Lindsay Lohan were only a handful of the near-200 celebrities and athletes who attended this major Super Bowl event. This invite-only event easily had the most starpower, as guests freely mingled with high profile partygoers.

Honorable Mention: Seminole Hard Rock Hotel's Rock N' Soul Party



Best Crowd:

Maxim Super Bowl Party

Maxim is simply known for the beautiful women that grace the pages of its magazine, and it was is if the pictorials came to life as carefree models roamed about Tampa's Ritz Ybor and danced and mingled with grinning gents all night.

Honorable Mention: Moves Magazine Super Bowl Party

2008 Super Bowl Party Awards

Best Overall Super Bowl Party:

Playboy Super Bowl Party

Playboy offered one night of decadence in the form of hundreds of models, bottomless cocktails, and creative food and decor. With celebrity DJ Nick Cannon keeping the ladies bouncing throughout the 52,000 square foot venue, the debauchery never seemed to end. While several bashes gave Playboy a run for its money, this was the best and most memorable of the Super Bowl of parties for 2008.

Honorable Mention: Vice The Party



Best Entertainment at a Super Bowl Party:

P Diddy at the Axis Radius Block Party

As many of us already know by now, P Diddy knows how to entertain a crowd. This year was no exception, as the master of ceremonies and host for the block party put on his greatest hits in front of a throng of happy partygoers. He even brought a few special guests onstage, Kendra Wilkinson, and Motley Crue drummer Tommy Lee to add even more excitement to the already enjoyable event.

Honorable Mention: LL Cool J at Vice the Party



Best Value:

Leather and Laces 2008

Believe it or not, despite the $500 price tag for general admission, this event, hosted by Carmen Electra, Rosalyn Sanchez, and Catherine Bell provided a classy experience in a gorgeous venue that featured free cocktails, eye candy in the form of the beautiful women all around, and onstage entertainment that rivaled that of any other party at double the price.

Honorable Mention: Matt Leinart Super Bowl Party



Most Star Power:

Victoria's Secret Super Bowl Party

The first ever Victoria's Secret Super Bowl Party put all the other parties to shame if star power was the primary indicator of superiority. Celebrities in attendance at the Taste Ultra Lounge were: Selita Ebanks, Karolina Kurkova, Adriana Lima, Adam Sandler, Kate Walsh, Michael Clarke Duncan, Joey McIntyre, Donnie Wahlberg, LL Cool J, Adrian Grenier, Good Charlotte’s Benji Madden,Mario Lopez, Rick Fox, Jerry O’Connell, Brody Jenner, Ryan Seacrest, Randy Jackson, Kathryn Heigl, musician hubby Josh Kelley, Geoff Stults , and “Transformers” director Michael Bay.

Honorable Mention: Maxim Super Bowl Party



Best Crowd:

Friday Night Lights Super Bowl Party

Celebrities Pete Wentz, Kendra Wilkinson, Scott Porter, and Ne Yo all helped to create a vibe at the Taste Ultra Lounge that encouraged everyone to simply let their hair down for one night and have a great time in the true spirit of the Super Bowl. The best part about the crowd at that party was the fact that everyone mingled very well, and no one looked out of place in the intimate yet spacious venue.

Honorable Mention: Matt Leinart Super Bowl Party