Celebrate the return of Broncos football by partying with Mayor Hancock

Christian Clark

Sep. 07, 2016, 9:40 a.m.

Denver BroncosAnn Judge-Wegener and Thunder during pregame festivities before kickoff against the Carolina Panthers in Super Bowl 50 at Santa Clara, Calif. February 7, 2016 (Photo by Eric Lars Bakke/ Denver Broncos) — Mayor Hancock and Broncos players and executives will be at Civic Center Park on Wednesday. (Photo by Eric Lars Bakke/ Denver Broncos)

Broncos fans will get the chance to come out and celebrate the NFL’s return alongside team officials, current and former players, and Mayor Michael Hancock on Wednesday.

The Broncos, in a joint effort with the city, are holding a special event to celebrate the defending Super Bowl champions’ season kicking off at Civic Center Park. There will be games, food and opportunities to get players’ autographs. The free festivities start at 3 p.m. and carry over into Thursday.

Hancock, Broncos executive Mac Freeman and former Pro Bowl receiver Ed McCaffrey will be in attendance when the event starts Wednesday afternoon.

It all leads up to Denver’s NFL season opener against the Carolina Panthers. The Broncos defeated the Panthers 24-10 in Super Bowl 50. Seven months later, the teams meet again.

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