Actor/Comedian/US Marine Corps Vet Rob Riggle to host action-packed two-day salute with live music, hot rides, cool vendors and fun for everyone

WHAT:  A two-day party at Ace Cafe Orlando to salute the courageous men and women of the armed forces who have fought for our nation’s freedoms, hosted by celebrity guest star, Rob Riggle. With the exception of a paid charity event on Friday night, all activities are free and open to the public.

WHEN: Friday, November 10

5PM      Rob Riggle tapes his brand new podcast, Riggle’s Picks with Rob Riggle and Sarah Tiana, in front of a live audience at the Ace. Seating is limited and available on first-come, first-serve basis. The public can enjoy happy hour pricing on F&B between 5:30-7:30 PM.

8PM      Casino Night with Rob Riggle. Tickets on sale now at www.acecafeusa.com. Proceeds benefit  FAVOB (Florida Association of Veteran Owned Businesses) and Semper Fi Fund.              

Saturday, November 11, 1-6PM (After the 18^th Annual City of Orlando Veterans Day Parade)

Outdoor party hosted by Rob Riggle. Activities for the public include:

Ø  Live bands, including local favorite Giddy Up Go at 2PM

Ø  Military vehicles

Ø  Classic car show

Ø  Vendors and food for purchase

Ø  Raffle to benefit FAVOB

Ø  3:30PM veteran bike ride-in (registration at 10:30AM / ride starts at 2:15PM at Seminole Harley)

WHERE:  Ace Cafe Orlando, 100 West Livingston Street, Orlando, FL 32801. On the corner of Garland Avenue and Livingston Street, around the corner and a quick walk from the parade route. Parking located on-site at the Ace Cafe surface “car park” and in nearby parking garages. Click here for a map.

WHO:  Actor/Comedian/Writer/Producer/Director/US Marine Corps Vet Rob Riggle has been a staple in comedic films for over 15 years. His extensive film and TV credits include The Hangover, Talledega Nights, 21 Jump Street, Saturday Night Live, 30 Rock and Modern Family, and he is currently a host on Fox NFL Sunday, the number one NFL pre-game show. Up next, Riggle takes his first dramatic turn opposite Chris Hemsworth, Michael Shannon and Michael Peña in Warner Bros.’ 12 Strong, which bows January 19^th. Produced by Jerry Bruckheimer, 12 Strong follows 12 Special Forces immediately sent to Afghanistan following the 9/11 terrorist attacks. Riggle will play Max Bowers, an Army Colonel who Riggle actually worked under in real life during his tour in Afghanistan from 2001-2002 when Bowers was the commanding officer of the 3^rd Battalion, 5^th Special Forces Group.