Scenes of the Super Bowl
New Orleans is all about the sideshows. And maybe a little football
By Compiled by chron.com
on February 3, 2013 9:47 AM
Baltimore Ravens quarterback Joe Flacco (5) is lifted into the air by teammates after defeating the San Francisco 49ers 34-31 in the NFL Super Bowl XLVII football game, Sunday, Feb. 3, 2013, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/Bill Haber) less
Baltimore Ravens quarterback Joe Flacco (5) is lifted into the air by teammates after defeating the San Francisco 49ers 34-31 in the NFL Super Bowl XLVII football game, Sunday, Feb. 3, 2013, in New Orleans. (AP ... more
Photo: Bill Haber, Associated Press
Playes look around the stadium after the lights went out during the second half of NFL Super Bowl XLVII football game Sunday, Feb. 3, 2013, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)
Playes look around the stadium after the lights went out during the second half of NFL Super Bowl XLVII football game Sunday, Feb. 3, 2013, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)
Baltimore Ravens players look around the Superdome after the lights went out during the second half of NFL Super Bowl XLVII football game Sunday, Feb. 3, 2013, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)
Baltimore Ravens players look around the Superdome after the lights went out during the second half of NFL Super Bowl XLVII football game Sunday, Feb. 3, 2013, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)
Photo: Matt Slocum, ASSOCIATED PRESS
Field judge Craig Wrolstad stands on the field after the lights went out during the second half of NFL Super Bowl XLVII football game Sunday, Feb. 3, 2013, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)
Field judge Craig Wrolstad stands on the field after the lights went out during the second half of NFL Super Bowl XLVII football game Sunday, Feb. 3, 2013, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)
Photo: Matt Slocum, ASSOCIATED PRESS
A Baltimore Ravens fan poses before the start of Super Bowl XLVII.
A Baltimore Ravens fan poses before the start of Super Bowl XLVII.
Photo: TIMOTHY A. CLARY, AFP/Getty Images
San Francisco 49ers kicker David Akers (2) makes a 36-yard field goal during the first half of the NFL Super Bowl XLVII football game against the Baltimore Ravens, Sunday, Feb. 3, 2013, in New Orleans.
San Francisco 49ers kicker David Akers (2) makes a 36-yard field goal during the first half of the NFL Super Bowl XLVII football game against the Baltimore Ravens, Sunday, Feb. 3, 2013, in New Orleans.
Photo: Charlie Riedel
Jennifer Hudson performs with students from Sandy Hook Elementary School singing "America the Beautiful" before NFL Super Bowl XLVII football game between the San Francisco 49ers and the Baltimore Ravens Sunday, Feb. 3, 2013, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/Gerald Herbert) less
Jennifer Hudson performs with students from Sandy Hook Elementary School singing "America the Beautiful" before NFL Super Bowl XLVII football game between the San Francisco 49ers and the Baltimore Ravens ... more
Photo: Gerald Herbert, AP
Jennifer Hudson performs with students from Sandy Hook Elementary School before NFL Super Bowl XLVII football game between the San Francisco 49ers and the Baltimore Ravens Sunday, Feb. 3, 2013, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel) less
Jennifer Hudson performs with students from Sandy Hook Elementary School before NFL Super Bowl XLVII football game between the San Francisco 49ers and the Baltimore Ravens Sunday, Feb. 3, 2013, in New Orleans. ... more
Photo: Charlie Riedel, AP
NEW ORLEANS, LA - FEBRUARY 03: Alex Smith #11 of the San Francisco 49ers walks onto the field during warm ups prior to Super Bowl XLVII against the Baltimore Ravens at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome on February 3, 2013 in New Orleans, Louisiana. less
NEW ORLEANS, LA - FEBRUARY 03: Alex Smith #11 of the San Francisco 49ers walks onto the field during warm ups prior to Super Bowl XLVII against the Baltimore Ravens at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome on February ... more
Photo: Ezra Shaw, Getty Images
NEW ORLEANS, LA - FEBRUARY 03: Alison Harbaugh (L), Ingrid Harbaugh (2nd R), and Jackie Harbaugh (R) pose for a picture on the field prior to the Super Bowl XLVII at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome on February 3, 2013 in New Orleans, Louisiana. less
NEW ORLEANS, LA - FEBRUARY 03: Alison Harbaugh (L), Ingrid Harbaugh (2nd R), and Jackie Harbaugh (R) pose for a picture on the field prior to the Super Bowl XLVII at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome on February 3, ... more
Photo: Jamie Squire, Getty Images
San Francisco 49ers quarterback Colin Kaepernick (7) throws during practice for the NFL Super Bowl XLVII football game against the Baltimore Ravens, Sunday, Feb. 3, 2013, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/Evan Vucci)
San Francisco 49ers quarterback Colin Kaepernick (7) throws during practice for the NFL Super Bowl XLVII football game against the Baltimore Ravens, Sunday, Feb. 3, 2013, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/Evan Vucci)
Photo: Evan Vucci, Associated Press
A San Francisco 49ers play runs past an NFL logo before the start of the NFL Super Bowl XLVII football game against the Baltimore Ravens Sunday, Feb. 3, 2013, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)
A San Francisco 49ers play runs past an NFL logo before the start of the NFL Super Bowl XLVII football game against the Baltimore Ravens Sunday, Feb. 3, 2013, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)
Photo: Charlie Riedel, Associated Press
Baltimore Ravens linebacker Ray Lewis, left, prepares to embrace Baltimore Ravens head coach John Harbaugh before the NFL Super Bowl XLVII football game against the San Francisco 49ers, Sunday, Feb. 3, 2013, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/Elise Amendola) less
Baltimore Ravens linebacker Ray Lewis, left, prepares to embrace Baltimore Ravens head coach John Harbaugh before the NFL Super Bowl XLVII football game against the San Francisco 49ers, Sunday, Feb. 3, 2013, in ... more
Photo: Elise Amendola, Associated Press
Baltimore Ravens fan Cindy Piece poses for a photo before the NFL Super Bowl XLVII football game between the Ravens and the San Francisco 49ers Sunday, Feb. 3, 2013, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/Marcio Sanchez)
Baltimore Ravens fan Cindy Piece poses for a photo before the NFL Super Bowl XLVII football game between the Ravens and the San Francisco 49ers Sunday, Feb. 3, 2013, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/Marcio Sanchez)
Photo: Marcio Sanchez, Associated Press
NEW ORLEANS, LA - FEBRUARY 03: Head coach Jim Harbaugh taps Colin Kaepernick #7 of the San Francisco 49ers on the chest during warm ups prior to Super Bowl XLVII against the Baltimore Ravens at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome on February 3, 2013 in New Orleans, Louisiana. less
NEW ORLEANS, LA - FEBRUARY 03: Head coach Jim Harbaugh taps Colin Kaepernick #7 of the San Francisco 49ers on the chest during warm ups prior to Super Bowl XLVII against the Baltimore Ravens at the ... more
Photo: Ezra Shaw, Getty Images
San Francisco 49ers players huddle before the NFL Super Bowl XLVII football game against the Baltimore Ravens, Sunday, Feb. 3, 2013, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)
San Francisco 49ers players huddle before the NFL Super Bowl XLVII football game against the Baltimore Ravens, Sunday, Feb. 3, 2013, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)
Photo: Charlie Riedel, Associated Press
San Francisco 49ers co-chair Denise York, left, talks to running back Frank Gore, right, before the NFL Super Bowl XLVII football game against the Baltimore Ravens, Sunday, Feb. 3, 2013, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/David Goldman) less
San Francisco 49ers co-chair Denise York, left, talks to running back Frank Gore, right, before the NFL Super Bowl XLVII football game against the Baltimore Ravens, Sunday, Feb. 3, 2013, in New Orleans. (AP ... more
Photo: David Goldman, Associated Press
Tickets to the Super Bowl started at $850 this year.
Tickets to the Super Bowl started at $850 this year.
Photo: Chris Graythen, Getty Images
The Ravens' John Harbaugh prepares to coach against his brother.
The Ravens' John Harbaugh prepares to coach against his brother.
Photo: Jamie Squire, Getty Images
Baltimore Ravens fan Cal Wheaton waits for kickoff on Sunday.
Baltimore Ravens fan Cal Wheaton waits for kickoff on Sunday.
Photo: Jeff Chiu, Associated Press
San Francisco 49ers quarterback Colin Kaepernick (7) stretches before the NFL Super Bowl XLVII football game against the Baltimore Ravens, Sunday, Feb. 3, 2013, in New Orleans.
San Francisco 49ers quarterback Colin Kaepernick (7) stretches before the NFL Super Bowl XLVII football game against the Baltimore Ravens, Sunday, Feb. 3, 2013, in New Orleans.
Photo: Gene Puskar
Joe Flacco warms up.
Joe Flacco warms up.
Photo: Mike Ehrmann, Getty Images
Colin Kaepernick prepares for Super Bowl XLVII.
Colin Kaepernick prepares for Super Bowl XLVII.
Photo: Christian Petersen, Getty Images
John McMillan from Las Vegas, left, and Frank Keith from Phoenix pose next to the Vince Lombardi Trophy.
John McMillan from Las Vegas, left, and Frank Keith from Phoenix pose next to the Vince Lombardi Trophy.
Photo: Elaine Thompson, Associated Press
John McMillan gets a keepsake.
John McMillan gets a keepsake.
Photo: Elaine Thompson, Associated Press
David and Evan Waksman, from New York, pose with skull helmets outside the Superdome.
David and Evan Waksman, from New York, pose with skull helmets outside the Superdome.
Photo: Mark Humphrey, Associated Press
A musician entertains fans before the start of Super Bowl XLVII.
A musician entertains fans before the start of Super Bowl XLVII.
Photo: TIMOTHY A. CLARY, AFP/Getty Images
Oysters are prepared for tailgaters.
Oysters are prepared for tailgaters.
Photo: Elaine Thompson, Associated Press
Fans line up to enter the Superdome.
Fans line up to enter the Superdome.
Photo: Gene Puskar, Associated Press
Fans navigate downtown New Orleans.
Fans navigate downtown New Orleans.
Photo: Jeff Chiu, Associated Press
Jennifer Jones, who calls herself the "Dancing Queen of NOLA", performs outside of the Superdome.
Jennifer Jones, who calls herself the "Dancing Queen of NOLA", performs outside of the Superdome.
Photo: Charlie Riedel, Associated Press
Jennifer Jones dances outside the Superdome.
Jennifer Jones dances outside the Superdome.
Photo: Gene Puskar, Associated Press
A Baltimore Ravens fan prepares for the game.
A Baltimore Ravens fan prepares for the game.
Photo: Scott Halleran, Getty Images
Tonight's game kicks off at about 5:30 Central.
Tonight's game kicks off at about 5:30 Central.
Photo: Chris Graythen, Getty Images
NFL commissioner Roger Goodell is in the spotlight this weekend.
NFL commissioner Roger Goodell is in the spotlight this weekend.
Photo: Handout, Getty Images
Fact about the Super Bowl: The halftime performers are not paid.
Fact about the Super Bowl: The halftime performers are not paid.
Photo: Rob Carr, Getty Images
Laverne 'Scooby' Jones of Beaumont, Texas, shoes off her free ticket to the Niners-Ravens game. She got it because she had to wait in line three hours for a Super Bowl in Dallas.
Laverne 'Scooby' Jones of Beaumont, Texas, shoes off her free ticket to the Niners-Ravens game. She got it because she had to wait in line three hours for a Super Bowl in Dallas.
Photo: Guiseppe Barranco, STAFF PHOTOGRAPHER
Model Candice Swanepoel attends the Maxim party.
Model Candice Swanepoel attends the Maxim party.
Photo: John Parra, Getty Images For AXE
Matt Cranston of Baltimore checks his phone.
Matt Cranston of Baltimore checks his phone.
Photo: Elaine Thompson, Associated Press
This year's game is the seventh to be played at the Superdome.
This year's game is the seventh to be played at the Superdome.
Photo: Chris Graythen, Getty Images
Hey, the time to reflect is AFTER the game, dude.
Hey, the time to reflect is AFTER the game, dude.
Photo: Gene Puskar, Associated Press
Tonight's game will be broadcast in 180 countries and in 30 languages/
Tonight's game will be broadcast in 180 countries and in 30 languages/
Photo: Chris Graythen, Getty Images
Justin Timberlake performs at a DirectTV event hosted by Mark Cuban.
Justin Timberlake performs at a DirectTV event hosted by Mark Cuban.
Photo: Christopher Polk, Getty Images For DirecTV
Super Bowl fans party in the French Quarter.
Super Bowl fans party in the French Quarter.
Photo: TIMOTHY A. CLARY, AFP/Getty Images
Jose Rodriguez, of Madera, Calif., sells programs outside of the Superdome.
Jose Rodriguez, of Madera, Calif., sells programs outside of the Superdome.
Photo: Elaine Thompson, Associated Press
Daniel Hundt and Seattle Seahawks cornerback Richard Sherman attend the Starter Parlor bash.
Daniel Hundt and Seattle Seahawks cornerback Richard Sherman attend the Starter Parlor bash.
Photo: Vivien Killilea, Getty Images For Starter
49ers fan Dean McGill and his son, Ryan, will attend the game. (Jeff Elder)
49ers fan Dean McGill and his son, Ryan, will attend the game. (Jeff Elder)
What the Starter party was all about: the jackets.
What the Starter party was all about: the jackets.
Photo: Vivien Killilea, Getty Images For Starter
Mike Swift spins tunes at a pre-Super Bowl party.
Mike Swift spins tunes at a pre-Super Bowl party.
Photo: Vivien Killilea, Getty Images For Starter
Jack Harbaugh, father of the two coaches, attends the Starter Parlor party with Victor Kelly.
Jack Harbaugh, father of the two coaches, attends the Starter Parlor party with Victor Kelly.
Photo: Vivien Killilea, Getty Images For Starter
The parents of coaches Jim and John Harbaugh greet Super Bowl fans in New Orleans.
The parents of coaches Jim and John Harbaugh greet Super Bowl fans in New Orleans.
Photo: Vivien Killilea, Getty Images For Starter
Texans defensive end J.J. Watt accepts the NFL Defensive Player of the Year honor.
Texans defensive end J.J. Watt accepts the NFL Defensive Player of the Year honor.
Photo: AJ Mast, INVL
A jazz band marches through the French Quarter near Jackson Square as football fans look on, Saturday, Feb. 2, 2013, in New Orleans.
A jazz band marches through the French Quarter near Jackson Square as football fans look on, Saturday, Feb. 2, 2013, in New Orleans.
Photo: Julie Jacobson, Associated Press
Former NFL player Chris Carter has learned he has been elected to the Pro Football Hall of Fame.
Former NFL player Chris Carter has learned he has been elected to the Pro Football Hall of Fame.
Photo: Stacy Revere, Getty Images
Saniya Richardson, 4, experiences the NFL Experience mini-theme park.
Saniya Richardson, 4, experiences the NFL Experience mini-theme park.
Photo: Charlie Riedel, Associated Press
This might be like heading out onto the field before a game. (Fans at the NFL Experience.)
This might be like heading out onto the field before a game. (Fans at the NFL Experience.)
Photo: TIMOTHY A. CLARY, AFP/Getty Images
Saints coach Sean Payton makes Crown Royal's party.
Saints coach Sean Payton makes Crown Royal's party.
Photo: Jack Dempsey, Associated Press
The bunnies get care packages ready for the troops.
The bunnies get care packages ready for the troops.
Photo: Jack Dempsey, Associated Press
Former NFL player Jeremy Shocker poses with playmates Pilar and Nikki as he arrives at Jax Brewery who is hosting this year's Playboy Superbowl party on Friday Feb. 1, 2013 in New Orleans, La.
Former NFL player Jeremy Shocker poses with playmates Pilar and Nikki as he arrives at Jax Brewery who is hosting this year's Playboy Superbowl party on Friday Feb. 1, 2013 in New Orleans, La.
Photo: Michael Macor, The Chronicle
Actor David Arquette poses with playmates Heather, Shelby and Nikki at Jax Brewery this year's host of the Playboy Superbowl party on Friday Feb. 1, 2013 in New Orleans, La.
Actor David Arquette poses with playmates Heather, Shelby and Nikki at Jax Brewery this year's host of the Playboy Superbowl party on Friday Feb. 1, 2013 in New Orleans, La.
Photo: Michael Macor, The Chronicle
Young ladies waiting in the general admission line around the back of the club wait for the doors to open at Jax Brewery which is this year's host of the Playboy Superbowl party on Friday Feb. 1, 2013 in New Orleans, La. less
Young ladies waiting in the general admission line around the back of the club wait for the doors to open at Jax Brewery which is this year's host of the Playboy Superbowl party on Friday Feb. 1, 2013 in New ... more
Photo: Michael Macor, The Chronicle
Neil Patrick Harris stuffs a Crown Royal camo care package for U.S. troops.
Neil Patrick Harris stuffs a Crown Royal camo care package for U.S. troops.
Photo: Jack Dempsey, Associated Press
Snoop Dogg at the Playboy party
Snoop Dogg at the Playboy party
Photo: Neilson Barnard, Getty Images For Playboy
NASCAR driver Kyle Busch at the Playboy party.
NASCAR driver Kyle Busch at the Playboy party.
Photo: Andrew H. Walker, Getty Images For Playboy
CBS sports TV analyst Bill Cowher, Shannon Sharpe and Boomer Esiason lead the pregame show.
CBS sports TV analyst Bill Cowher, Shannon Sharpe and Boomer Esiason lead the pregame show.
Photo: Rob Carr, Getty Images
Some scalpers are getting four times face value for tickets to tonight's game.
Some scalpers are getting four times face value for tickets to tonight's game.
Photo: Chris Graythen, Getty Images
Montoya of the Niner Noise reacts to the crowd of 49ers fans on Decatur Street in New Orleans. 49ers fans poured out on the streets in New Orleans, La., on Saturday, February 2, 2013, the day before the 49ers played in Super Bowl XLVII less
Montoya of the Niner Noise reacts to the crowd of 49ers fans on Decatur Street in New Orleans. 49ers fans poured out on the streets in New Orleans, La., on Saturday, February 2, 2013, the day before the 49ers ... more
Photo: Carlos Avila Gonzalez, The Chronicle
Members of the Niner Noise perform for fans on Decatur Street in New Orleans on Saturday. 49ers fans poured out on the streets in New Orleans, La., on Saturday, February 2, 2013, the day before the 49ers played in Super Bowl XLVII less
Members of the Niner Noise perform for fans on Decatur Street in New Orleans on Saturday. 49ers fans poured out on the streets in New Orleans, La., on Saturday, February 2, 2013, the day before the 49ers played ... more
Photo: Carlos Avila Gonzalez, The Chronicle
Former Miami Dolphins great Paul Warfield attends a pregame food event. (Al Saracevic)
Former Miami Dolphins great Paul Warfield attends a pregame food event. (Al Saracevic)
Tonight's MVP just might be someone who can get this Pillsbury snack stadium to someone who's hungry while it is still fresh.
Tonight's MVP just might be someone who can get this Pillsbury snack stadium to someone who's hungry while it is still fresh.
Photo: G. Newman Lowrance, Associated Press
49ers fan Robert Chewning of Ukiah came prepared with a red and gold parasol to Decatur Street in New Orleans. 49ers fans poured out on the streets in New Orleans, La., on Saturday, February 2, 2013, the day before the 49ers played in Super Bowl XLVII less
49ers fan Robert Chewning of Ukiah came prepared with a red and gold parasol to Decatur Street in New Orleans. 49ers fans poured out on the streets in New Orleans, La., on Saturday, February 2, 2013, the day ... more
Photo: Carlos Avila Gonzalez, The Chronicle
Journey and Rascal Flatts join forces for a CMT concert in the Big Easy.
Journey and Rascal Flatts join forces for a CMT concert in the Big Easy.
Photo: John Carucci, Associated Press
A sculpture commissioned by the city of New Orleans to mark Hurricane Katrina stands outside the NFL Experience.
A sculpture commissioned by the city of New Orleans to mark Hurricane Katrina stands outside the NFL Experience.
Photo: Nancy Armour, Associated Press
Baltimore Ravens fans Rick Bowlus, Greg Thompson, Chip Riley and Brian Donley walk down the street in New Orleans
Baltimore Ravens fans Rick Bowlus, Greg Thompson, Chip Riley and Brian Donley walk down the street in New Orleans
Photo: Nancy Armour, Associated Press
Darryl Young of New Orleans performs outside the Superdome before NFL Super Bowl XLVII.
Darryl Young of New Orleans performs outside the Superdome before NFL Super Bowl XLVII.
Photo: Evan Vucci, Associated Press
The Warren Easton Charter High School marching band performs.
The Warren Easton Charter High School marching band performs.
Photo: David Goldman, Associated Press
The band fires up the fans.
The band fires up the fans.
Photo: Elaine Thompson, Associated Press
A San Francisco 49ers fan walks around outside the stadium.
A San Francisco 49ers fan walks around outside the stadium.
Photo: Al Bello, Getty Images
A San Francisco 49ers fan stands outside the stadium prior to Super Bowl XLVII.
A San Francisco 49ers fan stands outside the stadium prior to Super Bowl XLVII.
Photo: Al Bello, Getty Images
Members of the Warren Easton High School marching band of New Orleans perform outside of the Superdome before the NFL Super Bowl XLVII football game between the San Francisco 49ers and the Baltimore Ravens.
Members of the Warren Easton High School marching band of New Orleans perform outside of the Superdome before the NFL Super Bowl XLVII football game between the San Francisco 49ers and the Baltimore Ravens.
Photo: Elaine Thompson, Associated Press
San Francisco 49ers inside linebacker NaVorro Bowman talks with reporters on Thursday, Jan. 31, 2013, in New Orleans. The 49ers are scheduled to play the Baltimore Ravens in the NFL Super Bowl XLVII football game on Feb. 3. less
San Francisco 49ers inside linebacker NaVorro Bowman talks with reporters on Thursday, Jan. 31, 2013, in New Orleans. The 49ers are scheduled to play the Baltimore Ravens in the NFL Super Bowl XLVII football ... more
Photo: Mark Humphrey
NEW ORLEANS, LA - FEBRUARY 03: Vic Sandhu, fan of the San Francisco 49ers shows support for his team against the Baltimore Ravens during Super Bowl XLVII at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome on February 3, 2013 in New Orleans, Louisiana. less
NEW ORLEANS, LA - FEBRUARY 03: Vic Sandhu, fan of the San Francisco 49ers shows support for his team against the Baltimore Ravens during Super Bowl XLVII at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome on February 3, 2013 in ... more
Photo: Win McNamee, Getty Images