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Super Bowl Outings in Manchester and Lakehurst

Manchester Patch's official guide to the big game

Super Bowl XLVI is this Sunday, and area football fans are making their plans for where to watch the New York Giants take on the New England Patriots in a rematch of what is often considered one of the most exciting championship games in recent history.

Just like four years ago, it will be Tom Brady vs. Eli Manning, the Giants winning playoff games as road underdogs taking on the top seeded Patriots, and one more chapter in the New York vs. Boston rivalry.

Getting to the game might be difficult. Stubhub.com showing tickets are selling for over $2,000. Round trip airfare from New York to Indianapolis flight runs about $800. Plus, a hotel for Saturday and Sunday night is another $799 — plus tax — each night.

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If getting there is just a bit too pricey, there’s plenty of Super Bowl fun to be had in Manchester and Lakehurst this Sunday:

Routes 70 and 571, Manchester. 732-657-0006.

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There’ll be no cover charge for this festive atmosphere, as Donovan’s will be having beer specials throughout the night, coupled with a free halftime buffet and giveaways throughout the game.

1980 Route 37, Manchester. 732-370-3580.

Enjoy $2 draft pints throughout the game, featuring Bud Light, Coors Light, and Miller Lite on tap to name a few. During the game you can enjoy half price appetizers, 50 cent wings, and giveaways, including NFL jerseys. There's no cover charge for this party.

, 204 Union Ave., Lakehurst. 732-657-7575.

This pro-Giants crowd offers much for your $10 admission charge. You’ll get chili, hot dogs, hoagies, beans, salads, $1 draft beers, and $2 mixed drinks.  You might even win during the in-game giveaways. Tickets need to be purchased in advance, and can be by calling the number listed here.

21 Union Ave, Lakehurst 732-657-7000.

There is a $10 cover charge, but you’ll be able to enjoy all you can eat appetizers and pizza. Giveaways will occur throughout the game. Admission tickets can be bought the day of the game.

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