The MAACO Bowl is an annual postseason game played at Stadium in Las Vegas. First played in 1992, the bowl was originally a matchup between the champions of the Mid-American and Big West conferences, but the game now features the champion (or first selection) from the and the fifth choice from the Pac-12

What has stayed constant each year is the Embassy Suites Las Vegas and its proximity to . It is the ideal MAACO Bowl Las Vegas hotel, not only because our hotel is only 12 minutes away but because of all the extras every Embassy Suites Las Vegas guest receives. Start off Las Vegas day at our hotel with a complimentary full cooked to order breakfast fit for any football fan. Then head off to Sam Boyd Stadium to enjoy all the festivities leading up to and including the big game - MAACO Bowl Las Vegas. In the evening return to your two room suite and relax and unwind with friends and family reminiscing about all the excitement of your day. Then take advantage of the complimentary beverages and snacks at the evening Manager’s Reception and you’ll see why Embassy Suites Las Vegas has become the MAACO Bowl hotel for so many guests for so long!

The Events of the MAACO Bowl Las Vegas

12/08/2011 - Team Announcement and Media Conference The formal announcement of the Pac-12 and Mountain West 2011 Maaco Bowl Las Vegas participants will be made at the Hard Rock Cafe (strip location).

12/19/2011 - Team Welcome Reception Under the lights of the Fremont Street Experience the teams are welcomed to our great city!

12/20/2011 - Hospital Visit Participating players visit local hospitals to bring a bit of bowl time cheer!

12/20/2011 - Ladies Luncheon & Shopping Spree Great food and shopping will be the focus of this afternoon for the ladies traveling with the participating teams.

12/20/2011 - Kids Day Youth traveling with the participating teams are treated to a Vegas day of fun.

12/20/2011 - Show Night Participating teams are treated to a Vegas Show Night.

12/21/2011 - Kickoff Media Conference Las Vegas Convention Center

12/21/2011 - Kickoff Luncheon Fans are invited to support their team at this luncheon event on the eve of the game. Tickets are $50 each and are available by calling 702-732-3912.

12/21/2011 - Fremont Street Experience Pep Rally Fans are invited to join your band & cheerleaders at the Fremont Street Experience Pep Rally. The is a FREE event.

12/22/2011 - Goodie Two Shoes Foundation Event Local children will be treated to a day they won't forget. New shoes, socks and a chance to see great college football action.

12/22/2011 - Pepsi Max Tailgate Party Fans are invited to arrive to the stadium early and join in a fun afternoon of great music, food and more. The tailgate lot will open at 12:00pm.

Let Embassy Suites Las Vegas become your MAACO Bowl Las Vegas Hotel.