Big Game celebrates bikini birthday this weekend
It’s hot fun in the summertime at Fort Myers Beach’s hottest sports bar, Big Game Waterfront Grill where bikini clad bull riders test their skills against the bull for cash prizes. Sponsored by Heineken and Gator Country radio 101.9 FM, the event runs every Friday and Saturday night from 9 p.m. until midnight through the month of July. Riders compete for a $200 weekly purse and a grand prize choice of an Apple iPad, Heineken guitar, or a two-night stay in St. Petersburg, FL.
The bikini made its first proper appearance to the world in July of 1946, when it was worn at a Paris fashion show by French model Micheline Bernardini. “Since the beginning, the bikini has represented freedom, fun, and a sense of liberation,” quotes Malia Mills, popular swimsuit designer.
“This July we celebrate the 65th birthday of the bikini and this birthday celebration is over the top! Bikini Bull Riding is wild, exciting and fun for the riders and the crowd”, said Shawn Myers, manager at Big Game.
Each week guests sign up to participate in the contest. Contestants must ride the bull for 60 seconds. Contestants will be awarded prizes. Mechanical Bull riding is open to everyone, with a $5 charge for two rides.
Bikini Bull Riding Contest Rules
n Contestants pay $5 nightly entry fee which includes three rides.
n Contestants must be female and 18 years of age or older to enter.
n Riders will be judged for control, style and form.
n Riders must wear a bikini top.
n Riders must earn winnings of at least $100 to qualify for the final event. No one rider may win more than $100 per week. No one rider may win more than $200 during qualification period which is through July 29th.
n The choice of grand prize will be awarded to the 1st place winner of the final event held this Saturday, July 30. The 2nd place winner will have choice of two prizes not already picked. The 3rd place winner will receive the last available prize. Final event will be held July 30 with award ceremony to follow.
Voted Best Sports Bar, Big Game Waterfront Grill boasts an amazing view, great sports décor, 27 flat screen TV’s and great food including hand tossed pizzas, mouth-watering sandwiches, and big juicy burgers. The Big Game is located at Salty Sam’s Marina next to Parrot Key Caribbean Grill at 2200 Main Street, Fort Myers Beach right before the bridge. Come by land or water and catch all the action at the Big Game!
For more information about Big Game Waterfront Grill or Bikini Bull Riding, call 463-3043.