SteelHERS Social back for second year, dates announced
According to a release, this year's SteelHERS Social will be on May 10 from 5pm-9pm at Acrisure Stadium.
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The event is open to fans of all ages! The event is part of the team's Women of Steel platform, which was created to empower the Steeler's female fanbase.
Organizers are adding new activities from last year's successful event and some fan favorites are returning including:
• A tailgate-like atmosphere in the FedEx Great Hall with Steely McBeam, a D.J., party games, face painting, a photobooth and special appearances by current players
• A yoga session (New!)
• X's & O's with current players & coaches (New!)
• Bingo (New!)
• Photo opportunities with current Steelers players
• Steelers locker room access
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• Raffles & giveaways
• A friendship bracelet station
Everyone who attends the event will be eligible for a 20% Steelers Pro Shop discount during the event.
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