The Legends Beachside Fantasy Draft — August 27–31, 2026 Former NFL Players — Draft Strategy — Beachside Competition Featuring NFL Legend Rex Ryan — Super Bowl Champion Two 85-Inch Screens — Tulum's Beachfront Sports Bar Activities Bookable On-Site Or Through Your Concierge The Legends Beachside Fantasy Draft — August 27–31, 2026 Former NFL Players — Draft Strategy — Beachside Competition Featuring NFL Legend Rex Ryan — Super Bowl Champion Two 85-Inch Screens — Tulum's Beachfront Sports Bar Activities Bookable On-Site Or Through Your Concierge
August 27–31, 2026 — La Zebra Tulum

Draft with NFL Legends.
In Paradise.

Join us for a 4-night fantasy football getaway where you'll draft alongside NFL & NCAA legends while enjoying beachfront luxury, exclusive events, incredible dining, and the best of Tulum.

The complete La Zebra Fantasy Draft experience
La Zebra beachfront in Tulum
Beachfront Tulum
Welcome to La Zebra

Where Football
Meets Paradise

La Zebra is where football fans trade crowded sports bars for beachfront luxury. Spend your mornings on the Caribbean, your afternoons competing in flag football, mini golf, beach workouts, or a round at PGA Riviera Maya, and your evenings enjoying chef-driven dining, handcrafted cocktails, and unforgettable draft celebrations alongside NFL & NCAA legends.

Located in the heart of Tulum, La Zebra is the perfect home base to experience one of Mexico's most iconic beach destinations. Whether you're exploring world-famous cenotes, unwinding with a spa treatment, or simply relaxing with your toes in the sand, every moment off the draft board is just as memorable as the picks you make on it.

Legend Spotlight
Rex Ryan

Rex Ryan

Super Bowl XXXV Champion

Coaching Career30 Years
Head CoachNY Jets (2009–14)
Head CoachBuffalo Bills (2015–16)
Playoff Runs2 Straight AFC Champ. Games
ChampionshipSuper Bowl XXXV, Ravens
CurrentlyESPN NFL Analyst
La Zebra Draft Commissioner

About Rex Ryan

Rex Ryan spent nearly three decades on NFL and college sidelines before trading the headset for a headline seat at ESPN, where he's been a lead NFL analyst since 2017, appearing on Sunday NFL Countdown, Get Up, and SportsCenter. He built his coaching reputation on aggressive, attacking defenses and a personality to match — never short on confidence, never short on a quote.

He broke in as Baltimore's defensive coordinator, helping engineer the Ravens' Super Bowl XXXV championship defense, before taking over as head coach of the New York Jets in 2009 and immediately leading the team to back-to-back AFC Championship appearances. He later coached the Buffalo Bills from 2015–16. The son of legendary NFL coach Buddy Ryan and twin brother of fellow coach Rob Ryan, football has always run in the family.

Now he's bringing that same fearless energy to the sand — trading the defensive line for the draft board alongside guests at La Zebra.

"I never make predictions, and I never will."

— Rex Ryan
Rex Ryan as New York Jets head coach
NY Jets Head Coach
Rex Ryan as ESPN NFL analyst
ESPN NFL Analyst
Rex Ryan on an ESPN broadcast panel
On Set, In Studio
Rex Ryan as Buffalo Bills head coach
Buffalo Bills Head Coach
NFL and NCAA legends who have visited La Zebra
August 27–31, 2026 · Tulum, Mexico

The Fantasy Draft
Weekend of the Year

Draft your championship roster alongside former NFL players, sharpen your strategy, compete on the sand, and celebrate across five days of football, food, entertainment, and beach culture.

Draft with NFL legends in paradise

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Arrival Day · Thursday, August 27, 2026

Secure Your Spot
More Than a Destination

Discover Why
Tulum Is Unlike Anywhere Else

By now you've heard about Tulum, but nothing compares to experiencing it for yourself. Tee off at the PGA Riviera Maya Golf Club, swim in crystal-clear cenotes, explore ancient Mayan ruins, discover world-class restaurants and mezcalerías, or spend the day cruising the Caribbean coastline.

Whether you're chasing adventure or taking it slow between draft picks, Tulum offers the perfect mix of unforgettable experiences and laid-back beach living. When the day's adventures are over, there's no better place to return to than La Zebra.

Aerial view of La Zebra and the Tulum coastline
Tulum, Mexico
Available throughout your stay
Draft Weekend Activities
August 27–31, 2026

Legends Beachside Fantasy Draft Activities

Five days of fantasy football, NFL insights, beachfront competition, culinary experiences, live entertainment, and exclusive events at La Zebra Tulum — each available individually throughout your stay.

Daily breakfast
Legends Welcome Reception
NFL-led strategy session
Beachside drills and skills
Tulum Taste of the NFL
Youth Football Clinic
Official fantasy draft
Mundo Maya Beach Bash
Farewell Sunset Soiree

Available to book once you're on property, or in advance through your NFL Fantasy League Concierge.

Contact Your Concierge
Five unforgettable days

Your Draft Weekend Itinerary

From the opening reception to the official fantasy draft and farewell celebration, every day delivers a different side of the La Zebra experience.

Thursday August 27

Arrival & The Kickoff

Afternoon: VIP arrival and check-in at La Zebra. Enjoy a welcome cocktail on the beach as you settle into your suite.

Evening: The Legends Welcome Reception. Meet the former NFL players, enjoy live entertainment, and get an early look at the draft boards.

Friday August 28

Strategy, Sand & Adventure

Morning: Choose between Sunrise Yoga, a calming beachside flow, or a high-intensity Beach Workout, followed by breakfast.

Afternoon: Beachside Drills & Skills. Compete and train with the pros across La Zebra's two football fields on the sand.

Evening: Tulum Taste of the NFL, a premier culinary experience featuring dishes prepared by celebrity NFL chefs and paired with local artisanal mezcal, followed by a Draft Strategy Session led by the NFL guests over dinner.

Saturday August 29
The Main Event

The Official Draft & Mundo Maya Party

Morning: Breakfast followed by a Youth Football Clinic for local youth and guests' families, featuring flag-football skills, coaching tips, and photo opportunities with the NFL legends. Final team preparation and a light brunch follow.

Afternoon: The Official Draft, hosted in La Zebra's dedicated draft lounges with expert commentary and insights from the legends, alongside a high-stakes Mundo Maya beer pong tournament on the sand.

Evening: The Mundo Maya Beach Bash at the sports bar, featuring mini-golf, music, and ice-cold brews.

Sunday August 30

Golf & Cenotes

Morning: Enjoy breakfast and relaxation on the beach, tee off at PGA Riviera Maya Golf Club, or explore Tulum's cenotes and crystal-clear lagoons.

Afternoon: Leisure time at the beach club or an optional spa treatment.

Evening: The Farewell Sunset Soiree, featuring a traditional beachside pig roast, local flavors, music, and a celebration of the weekend's highlights.

Monday August 31

Departure

Morning: Farewell breakfast and final goodbyes before airport transfers.

Schedule, participating talent, venues, transportation, excursions, culinary programming, sponsors, and package inclusions are subject to final confirmation. Golf, cenote experiences, spa treatments, alcoholic beverages, and airport transfers may require an additional charge unless expressly included in the final booking confirmation.

La Zebra Sports Bar
Four Screens Swim-Up Bar
Beachfront Sports Bar in Tulum

The bar that makes
every play feel bigger

Two towering 85-inch HD screens with immersive sound, plus two additional TVs at the swim-up pool bar so you never miss a play.

▸ Two 85-inch HD screens ▸ Swim-up bar and pool TVs ▸ Burgers, wings, nachos and tacos ▸ Craft margaritas and cold beer ▸ Service delivered to your seat ▸ Caribbean views
Football on the sand

Beachside Drills
& Skills

Take to La Zebra's two football fields on the sand for competition, training, and fun with former NFL players. Saturday's program also includes a Youth Football Clinic for local youth and guests' families.

Join the Event
01

Beach Workout

Start the morning with a high-intensity workout on the sand or choose a calming sunrise yoga session.

02

Drills with the Pros

Compete in beachside football challenges and skills sessions alongside former NFL players.

03

Youth Football Clinic

A high-energy flag-football session for local youth and guests' families, with coaching tips and photo opportunities.

The complete La Zebra Fantasy Draft experience

La Zebra Draft Sponsors

Proudly supported by tourism, hospitality, lifestyle, and community partners helping bring the Legends Beachside Fantasy Draft to Tulum.

Mundo Maya
Visit Tulum
Lost In Tulum
Stang Life Insurance
Event sponsor
PGA RIVIERA MAYA
SOLFERINO GIN
August 27–31, 2026

Lock in your exclusive
draft experience.

Lock in your exclusive draft package today. Contact our Event Concierge or one of our preferred travel partners to curate your ultimate game-day experience.

La Zebra Event Concierge

Reserve Directly with La Zebra

Speak with our reservations team for accommodations, event access, activities, and personalized assistance.

Preferred Travel Partners
Fora Travel

Nancy Bertschy

Preferred travel advisor for accommodations and event planning.

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Fora Travel

Jenny Hart

Preferred travel advisor for accommodations and event planning.

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That Travel Lady

Wendy Dall

Preferred travel advisor for accommodations and event planning.

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