- Get there early, leave late. It's pretty much set up like a amusement park. If you want to participate in any sort of the assorted booths, be prepared to wait in line. Just going by my guesstimates, I'd expect to wait at least 20 minutes, and most likely more for each booth.
- Expect to pay like you're at a game. Sure, the beer is only $5, but everything is pretty much priced like you're going to the stadium. Pretzels, popcorn, hot dogs, beer and even wine is all available.
- If you want an autograph, be prepared to wait a long time. If you're an autograph hound, you probably know that by now. If you're not, and you expect to just walk up to a player and have him sign whatever you want, think again. They usually only sign whatever they deem official, so also be prepared to purchase an official photo.
- Bring a camera. Great photo opportunities, and there are tons of booths set up where you can have your picture taken. You can be making a game saving catch over the outfield wall, a locker room reporter with Erin Andrews, sitting in the dugout, and the like.
- Bring a bag. There is free stuff everywhere. I was not prepared to carry all this free swag home, so I had to stuff it into my colleagues bag. Bring your own, or try to grab as many free ones as they'll let you have, and collect as much free stuff as possible.
7/11/08
Live from Fan Fest: If you're going, read this
So I spent most of my Friday walking around and taking in the sights at All Star Fan Fest down at the Jacob Javits center. I have a few tips if you're heading out to the event: