Alright dedicated SportsGatherings visitors (and welcome to those who stumbled onto our site) we have compiled a list of all the official team 2009 NFL Draft Parties taking place on draft day April 25, 2009.  There will be numerous NFL draft parties taking place, but below are the draft parties officially announced by the team, which makes it “official” to us.  If you know of any others we may have missed, feel free to comment on this post, send us an email (sportsgatherings@gmail.com), or tweet us with the link to the source.  Follow us on Twitter: @SportsGathering

ARIZONA CARDINALS

Arizona Cardinals 2009 NFL Draft Party

WHEN:  Saturday, April 25, 2009 at 12:45 PM – 7:00 PM
WHERE:  University of Phoenix Stadium
1 Cardinals Drive, Glendale, Arizona 85305
COST:  Admission to the draft party is free; $10 for locker room tour

The Cardinals NFL Draft Party will give fans the opportunity to meet Cardinals players and offer locker room tours.  It is unclear if there will be autograph signing opportunities.

BALTIMORE RAVENS (w/ BALTIMORE ORIOLES)

12th Annual Spring Football Festival

WHEN:  Saturday, April 25, 2009 at 3:00 PM
WHERE:  M&T Bank Stadium
1101 Russell Street, Baltimore, Maryland 21230
COST:  $20

This combined Ravens and Orioles event is mainly focused on the Ravens NFL Draft Party.  Starting at 3:00 PM fans will have the opportunity to get autographs from Ravens players, participate in interactive on-field activities, locker room tours, photo opportunities, and watch the 2009 NFL Draft.  Immediately following the Ravens draft party will be the Baltimore Orioles taking on the Texas Rangers at 7:05 PM (for those that care, the probable pitching match is Vicente Padilla vs either Hendrickson or Guthrie).  The cost of admission covers the cost of the draft party and the baseball game.

Ravens autograph signing – players scheduled to appear

• Le’Ron McClain
• Ben Grubbs
• Domonique Foxworth
• Jared Gaither
• Marshal Yanda
• Adam Terry
• Jameel McClain
• Dwan Edwards
• Quinn Sypniewski
• Chris Chester
• Matt Katula
• Haruki Nakamura
• Edgar Jones
• Prescott Burgess
• Chris Carr
• Joe Reitz
• Marcus Maxwell
• Justin Harper
• Steve Hauschka
• Bryan Mattison

BUFFALO BILLS – sold out

WHEN:  Saturday, April 25, 2009 at 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM
WHERE: Ralph Wilson Stadium
1 Bills Drive, Orchard Park, New York 14127
COST:  season ticket holders received a special invite and a very limited number of tickets were available

The Bills Draft Party at Ralph Wilson stadium includes game day locker room tours, interactive games, draft coverage, autograph signing sessions with Bills players, and photo opportunities.

CAROLINA PANTHERS

Carolina Panthers Draft Day Party

WHEN:  Saturday, April 25, 2009 at 10:00 AM
WHERE:  Carowinds
9110 Southern Pine Blvd, Charlotte, North Carolina 28273
COST:  $36.99

The Panthers Draft Day Party is presented by Carowinds.  Your ticket purchase includes admission to Carowinds, entrance to the Draft Day Party, autograph signing opportunities, and Q&A sessions.  Players scheduled to appear have not been announced.

CHICAGO BEARS

Chicago Bears Draft Day 2009

WHEN:  Saturday, April 25, 2009 at 12:00 PM
WHERE:  Cubby Bear North
21661 N Milwaukee Ave, Lincolnshire, Illinois 60069
COST:  $20

There will not be any autograph signing sessions, but several Chicago Bears players will be at the Draft Day Party including Caleb Hanie, Kevin Jones, and Joey LaRocque.

CLEVELAND BROWNS

Cleveland Browns Draft Day Party

WHEN:  Saturday, April 25, 2009 at 3:00 PM – 8:00 PM
WHERE:  Cleveland Browns Stadium
1085 West 3rd Street, Cleveland, Ohio 44114
COST:  $35

With paid admission, Browns fans will receive a goodie bag, opportunity to meet Browns players, field access, and opportunity to purchase Bengals memorabilia at the locker room sale.  Autograph signing appearances have not been confirmed.

DALLAS COWBOYS

Dallas Cowboys Draft Day Party 2009

WHEN:  Saturday, April 25, 2009 at 6:00 PM
WHERE:  Arlington Convention Center
1200 Ballpark Way, Arlington, Texas 76011
COST:  Free

DETROIT LIONS

Detroit Lions Draft Day Party

WHEN:  Saturday, April 25, 2009 from 3:00 PM – 8:00 PM
WHERE:  Ford Field
2000 Brush Street, Detroit, Michigan 48226
COST:  Free

Attendees of the Lions Draft Day Party will be able to watch the draft, participate in autograph signing sessions, photo opportunities, and interactive clinics, as well as locker room tours.  Players scheduled to appear for the autograph signing have not been announced.

GREEN BAY PACKERS

Green Bay Packers NFL Draft Party 2009

WHEN:  Saturday, April 25, 2009 from 3:00 PM – 9:00 PM
WHERE:  Lambeau Field Atrium
1265 Lombardi Ave, Green Bay, Wisconsin 54307
COST:  $25

Check the link to our post for additional details.

HOUSTON TEXANS

2009 Houston Texans Draft Party

WHEN:  Saturday, April 25, 2009 from 1:30 PM – 5:30 PM
WHERE:  Reliant Stadium – Verizon Wireless West Club
1 Reliant Park, Houston, Texas 77054
COST:  Free – you must register to attend

The Houston Texans 2009 Draft Party will include an interactive kids zone and an autograph signing session with Texans players.  The players scheduled to appear have not been announced.

INDIANAPOLIS COLTS

2009 Indianapolis Colts Draft Jam at the Ram

WHEN:  Saturday, April 25, 2009 from 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM
WHERE:  The Ram Restaurant & Brewery
140 S Illinois Street, Indianapolis, Indiana 43225
COST:  Free

From 1:00 – 3:00 PM – Colts cheerleaders will be signing autographs
From 3:00 – 5:00 PM – Colts players will be signing autographs – players scheduled to appear have not been announced

JACKSONVILLE JAGUARS

Jacksonville Jaguars 2009 Draft Day Party

WHEN:  Saturday, April 25, 2009 from 3:00 PM
WHERE:  Jacksonville Landing
2 Independent Drive, Jacksonville, Florida 32202
COST:  Free

The Jaguars Draft Day Party includes coverage of the draft, autograph signing sessions with Jaguars players along with games and prizes.  Players have not been announced, but there will be 2 autograph sessions – at 4:00 and 5:30 PM.  Limit is 1 item per person.

KANSAS CITY CHIEFS

Kansas City Chiefs 2009 Draft Day Party

WHEN:  Saturday, April 25, 2009 from 12:30 PM
WHERE:  Truman Sports Complex
1 Royal Way, Kansas City, Missouri 64133
COST:  $18 at the door or $15 advance purchase

The Chiefs Draft Day Party will include an autograph signing session, but players have not been announced.

MIAMI DOLPHINS

2 Miami Dolphins Draft Day Parties occurring on the same day and time, but different locations

WHEN:  Saturday, April 25, 2009 from 12:30 PM
WHERE:  Dolphin Stadium – 2269 Dan Marino Blvd, Miami Garden, Florida 33056
CityPlace – 700 S Rosemary Ave, West Palm Beach, Florida 33401

COST:  Free for both locations

Yes, you read that correctly.  The Miami Dolphins have announced 2 Draft Day Parties both taking place on Saturday, April 25 both from 4:00 – 8:00 PM.  One will be at Dolphin Stadium while the other will be at CityPlace.   Both Draft Day Parties will consist of draft coverage and autograph signing sessions.  We don’t know how they will be splitting up the players for the autographs and unfortunately, players have not been announced.

MINNESOTA VIKINGS

Minnesota Vikings 2009 Draft Party

WHEN:  Saturday, April 25, 2009 from 1:30 PM
WHERE:  Winter Park Fieldhouse
9520 Viking Drive, Eden Prairie, Minnesota 55344
COST:  $15 General Admission;  autograph session tickets are $10.00 each for 3 separate autograph sessions (check below for more info)

In addition to the draft coverage, fans will have the opportunity to get autographs and participate in contests.  The Vikings have strict rules on the autograph signing session so be sure to read this for cost and other important information.

Players scheduled to appear for the autograph signing:

• Jared Allen
• Aundrae Allison
• John David Booty
• Jeff Duggan
• Ray Edwards
• Heath Farwell
• Charles Gordon
• Tyrell Johnson
• Sage Rosenfels
• John Sullivan
• Pat Williams

NEW ENGLAND PATRIOTS

Vince Wilfork To Host His Annual Draft Day Fundraiser

WHEN:  Saturday, April 25, 2009 from 1:00 PM – 6:00 PM
WHERE:  Pinz Entertainment
110 South Main Street, Milford, Massachusetts 01757
COST:  $40

This fundraiser benefits the Diabetes Research Institute.  Vince Wilfork has hosted the Patriots Draft Party since 2004, the year in which Wilfork was drafted.  This fundraiser will include a live and silent auction as well as opportunities to meet Wilfork and other players.  It is not known whether autograph signings from players in attendance will be available.

NEW YORK GIANTS

New York Giants FanFest 2009 with NFL Draft Party

WHEN:  Saturday, April 25, 2009 from 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM
WHERE:  Giants Stadium
50 State Highway 120, East Rutherford, New Jersey 07073
COST:  $25

The Giants Fanfest will include tours of the locker room, autograph signing sessions, photo opportunities, and coverage of the 2009 NFL Draft.  Players have not been announced for the autograph signing.

NEW YORK JETS

New York Jets Draft Parties at 3 Dave & Busters Locations

WHEN:  Saturday, April 25, 2009 from 3:00 PM
WHERE:  Click on the link above for the 3 differet locations at Dave & Busters
COST: Free

The New York Jets draft parties are nothing but hanging out with other Jets fans.   Still, Dave & Busters is a great place for entertainment and great for the entire family.

PHILADELPHIA EAGLES

2009 Philadelphia Eagles Draft Party

WHEN:  Saturday, April 25, 2009 from 3:30 PM – 8:00 PM
WHERE:  Lincoln Financial Field
One Lincoln Financial Way, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19148
COST:  Tickets are no longer available

Fans attending the Eagles Draft Party will have the opportunity to meet Eagles players and alumni.

SAN DIEGO CHARGERS

6th Annual San Diego Chargers NFL Draft Party

WHEN:  Saturday, April 25, 2009 from 9:00 AM
WHERE:  San Diego Hall of Champions
2131 Pan American Plaza, San Diego, California 92101
COST:  $15 at the door; $10 advance purchase

SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS

San Francisco 2009 Draft Day Party

WHEN:  Saturday, April 25, 2009 from 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM
WHERE:  Santa Clara Convention Center
5001 Great America Parkway, Santa Clara, California 95054
COST:  Free – tickets are no longer available

In addition to the draft day coverage, the 49ers will unveil the 49ers new 2009 uniforms.  Fans can expect autograph signing opportunities, Q&A sessions, as well as numerous interactive games.

TAMPA BAY BUCCANEERS

Tampa Bay Buccaneers Official Draft Day Party

WHEN:  Saturday, April 25, 2009 from 3:30 PM
WHERE:  Raymond James Stadium – West Club Lounge
4201 North Dale Mabry Highway, Tampa, Florida 33607
COST:  Free

TENNESSEE TITANS

Tennessee Titans NFL Draft Party

WHEN:  Saturday, April 25, 2009 from 3:00 PM
WHERE:  The Athletic Club from Embassy Suites of Cool Springs
820 Crescent Centre Drive, Franklin, Tennessee 37067
COST:  Free

Titans defensive end Kyle Vanden Bosch will be on hand at the draft day party.  By making a $200 tax deductible donation to the KVB Foundation and the Boys and Girls Club of Middle Tennessee, fans can enjoy an exclusive VIP experience with Kyle Vanden Bosch.

WASHINGTON REDSKINS

Washington Redskins Draft Day Party

WHEN:  Saturday, April 25, 2009 from 12:00 PM
WHERE:  FedEx Field
1600 FedEx Way, Landover, Maryland 20785
COST:  Free

Fan activities include interactive activities such as passing and kicking skills tests, tours of the locker room, arcade, and opportunity to take photos with the team’s three Super Bowl trophies.