Grand Rapids, MI – After winning an Olympic bronze medal and belts in five different weight classes, Floyd Mayweather Jr. recently retired from the sport of boxing.  Wasting no time outside of the ring, Mayweather will give the world a sneak peak of what comes next during an unforgettable weekend dubbed Round 13 “When the Gloves Come Off.”  The weekend will celebrate him as a boxer and the city that ignited his career.  "I want to personally thank all of my fans for their loyalty and dedication as my career comes to a close," Mayweather recently wrote.  “I always keep in mind where I came from which is why I decided to have my retirement party in Grand Rapids.”  July 4, 5, and 6 will be star studded with events, such as a concert, 70’s themed roller skating party, Mayweather produced film showing the world rare behind the scenes boxing footage, and Stars on the Grand a general admission festival in downtown Grand Rapids. All entertainment events will be available to the public.

Three Day Celebration for Fans and Families

The dense three day schedule will be a convergence of Floyd “Money” Mayweather the WBC welterweight champ (39-0, 25 KOs), the Floyd Mayweather Foundation, Mayweather Promotions, and Mayweather Music.  “I’m letting people know that I may be leaving the sport, but there’s so much more that I’m going to do with my career,” said the champ.  By day, the Floyd Mayweather Foundation will host a variety of events planned for the entire three-day weekend.  Attractions include bounce house activities for the children, a car show, carnival-the first of which to hit downtown Grand Rapids in over a decade, and a Great Lakes Strong Man Competition with participants seen on ESPN.  Expect to see special invited guests hit the sport courts and a selection of food booths. A portion of their proceeds will be donated back to participating charities.

Tickets for the Strong Man show available at the door, Star Tickets Plus, and Meijer locations.  (Photo with Bio Attached)

 

Evenings filled with Celebrity Attended Events

The evenings will showcase Mayweather Promotions and Mayweather Music through bringing celebrities and performers to a variety of events.  A 70’s throwback roller skating party at Woodlands Skating Rink on Saturday night with confirmed guests such as R&B singers Ray J and Brandy. Actors Vivica Fox, Lauren London, Jackie Long, Regina King, and Taraji P. Henson will also be in attendance throughout the weekend.  The 21 and up skating party will be $20 with tickets available at the door.

Later, local club, “The Intersection” will be home to a concert hosted by Lil John with performances by top 10 recording artists Ray J, Tank, Trey Songz, and more acts to be announced. Tickets for the concert are $25 and can be purchased through Ticketmaster and at the door. Ages are 21 and up.

Sunday, July 6, will mark a final evening of all out entertainment.  Studio 28 Cinema kicks the night off with a green carpet, black and white attire party featuring Grammy Award winning singer Monica (Angel of Mine, Boy is Mine). Never before seen behind the scenes footage of Floyd Mayweather will be the highlight of the night.  All attendees are requested to wear black and white.  Tickets for the 18 and over film are $20 and available through www.celebrationcinema.com and at the door. Must be 18 and older to attend.  The weekend will retire with one of Floyd Mayweather’s favorite pastimes at a local bowling alley TBA.

It’s undisputed that Round 13 for Floyd Mayweather Jr. promises to be as exhilarating as his career in the ring.