Independent Commentary · Not NFL-Affiliated · Volume I · Issue 01
NFL Super Bowl Nashville Vol. I · Issue 01 · The Build-Up to LXIV

Departments · Research

Consumer Spending Analysis

Consumer spending patterns at Super Bowl host cities — where visitors spend money and how Nashville can capture it.

Field Notes

Where Super Bowl Visitors Spend Money

Understanding visitor spending patterns is critical for Nashville businesses preparing for Super Bowl week. Based on comprehensive analysis of consumer data from the last 5 Super Bowls, we've mapped where money flows — and where Nashville businesses can position themselves for maximum capture.

The Desk

Spending Category Breakdown

Average Per-Visitor Spending (3-day stay)

  • Accommodation: Contact for pricing(42% of total spend)
  • Food & Beverage: Contact for pricing(18% of total spend)
  • Entertainment & Nightlife: Contact for pricing(12% of total spend)
  • Transportation: Contact for pricing(9% of total spend)
  • Shopping & Retail: Contact for pricing(8% of total spend)
  • Tickets & Events: Contact for pricing (varies widely)
  • Miscellaneous: Contact for pricing(tips, parking, services)

The Desk

Spending by Visitor Segment

Corporate/VIP Visitors (30% of visitors, 60% of spend)

Average total spend: Contact for pricingHighest spending on accommodation, private dining, luxury transportation, and VIP experiences. Decision-making often centralized through corporate event planners — B2B marketing critical.

Fan Visitors (55% of visitors, 30% of spend)

Average total spend: Contact for pricingHighest spending on food, beverages, entertainment, and merchandise. Price-sensitive but willing to pay premiums for unique experiences.

Media/Industry (15% of visitors, 10% of spend)

Average total spend: Contact for pricingExtended stays (5-10 days), concentrated spending on accommodation and dining, tend toward mid-range options.

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Nashville Capture Strategy

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