Kentucky officially arrives in Orlando for the Citrus Bowl

Your Kentucky Wildcats have officially arrived in Orlando, FL for the Citrus Bowl.

This afternoon, the official VRBO Citrus Bowl social media accounts sent out the following video of Kentucky fans welcoming their beloved Wildcats to Orlando.

.@UKFootball has arrived! Who’s ready to get this show on the road? pic.twitter.com/wEmWvJQdI8

— Vrbo Citrus Bowl (@CitrusBowl) December 26, 2018

Upon arrival, Kentucky star running back Benny Snell posted a video on his Instagram page of one of the most dedicated (Is that the right word?) BBN members we have ever seen.

The video is of an individual swallowing a picture of Snell, saying he’s the Wildcat’s No. 1 fan:

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He said he my number 1 fan?. I’m now forever with you since you ate that? ??#snellyeah Who’s next??

A post shared by BENNY SNELL JR. (B) (@iambennysnelljr) on Dec 26, 2018 at 1:54pm PST

Snell’s caption says it all: “I’m now forever with you since you ate that.”

I’m not quite sure it works like that, but it’s interesting nonetheless.

Now in the Sunshine State, let’s take another look at the team’s bowl schedule for when they take over Orlando:

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Thursday, Dec. 27 & Friday, Dec. 28

Team practices (closed to the public)

Thursday Evening: The Kentucky football team will head to Universal Studios to ride roller coasters

Saturday, Dec. 29

10:30 a.m.: Orlando Citrus Parade, Downtown Orlando

Grand Marshals: Former MLB star Johnny David and actor Norm Lewis
Hosts: Jorge Estevez & Megan Clementi; Special Correspondent: Justin Guaraini (!!!)
Performers: Alyssa Raghu, Charly Reynolds, Chelsea Talmadge, EVIN, FUNKYWUNKS, Jo Dee Messina, Linda Eder, London Hibbs (Miss America’s Outstanding Teen 2019), MARi, Nia Franklin (Miss America 2019), Michael Campion (Jackson Fuller of Fuller House), The Untouchables, and the Orlando Magic Dancers

2:00 p.m.: Kentucky vs. Louisville Watch Party, Buffalo Wild Wings (900 Highway 436 at Red Bug Lake Road)

Sunday, Dec. 30

6:45 p.m.: Walt Disney World Band/Cheer Performance, Magic Kingdom

Monday, Dec. 31

9 a.m.: News conference with Mark Stoops and James Franklin, Rosen Plaza Hotel — Closed to the Public

10 a.m. – noon: KSR live at Tin Roof Orlando (8371 International Drive)

4:45 p.m.: Kentucky Pep Rally, Pointe Orlando (9109 International Drive)

Tuesday, Jan. 1

7 a.m.: Stadium parking lots open

9 a.m.: Citrus Bowl FanFest, Tinker Field at Camping World Stadium, One Citrus Bowl Place

The official bowl pregame tailgate party held at Tinker Field next to Camping World Stadium will feature interactive games, inflatables, face painters and more. Admission is FREE. A wide selection of food and beverages will be available for purchase from local vendors.10 a.m.: Mercedes-Benz of South Orlando Hospitality Pavilion opens

Starting three hours before kickoff, fans can enjoy this climate-controlled VIP area next to Camping World Stadium featuring lounge seating and all-inclusive food and beverage. The team marching bands will make special performances. Tickets are $85.

10 a.m. – noon: KSR live — location TBD

1 p.m.: Kickoff

It’s officially go time, BBN.

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