• Tickets Go On Sale Friday, November 10 at 10 a.m.

Global rock superstars Green Day – Billie Joe Armstrong, Mike Dirnt and Tré Cool – have officially shared details on their massive 2024 global stadium tour with support from illustrious rock luminaries The Smashing Pumpkins, Rancid, and The Linda Lindas. The Saviors Tour, fueled by Monster Energy, kicks off with the European run on May 30 in Monte De Gozo, Spain and travels through France, Germany and Italy, before reaching the UK, including a huge London show at the legendary Wembley Stadium on June 29. The North American run, produced by Live Nation, begins shortly after and includes a stop at Comerica Park on Wednesday, September 4 at 5:30 p.m.

Tickets go on sale Friday, November 10 at 10 a.m. and can be purchased at 313Presents.com, Livenation.com, Ticketmaster.com.

Tickets will be available starting with a Citi presale (details below) beginning on Tuesday, November 7. Additionally, fans can sign up for Green Day’s mailing list by Tuesday, November 7 to get first access to presale tickets. More pre-sales will run throughout the week ahead of the general onsale beginning on Friday, November 10 at 10am local time at greenday.com

• CITI PRESALE: Citi is the official card of The Saviors Tour. Citi cardmembers will have access to presale tickets beginning Tuesday, November 7 at 10 a.m. local time until Thursday, November 9 at 10 p.m. local time through the Citi Entertainment program. For complete presale details visit www.citientertainment.com.
  
• VIP: The tour will also offer a variety of different VIP packages and experiences for fans to take their concert experience to the next level. Packages vary but include premium tickets, guided tours on stage, access to Green Day Hospitality Lounge, VIP entry, exclusive merch packages and more. For more information, visit greenday.com

Green Day shared, “We’ve never been more excited to unleash new music than with Saviors, a record that’s meant to be rocked live, together. So let’s thrash. We’ve got some amazing friends who are coming along for the ride!”

The tour will be a larger-than-life, career-spanning celebration of one of the biggest musical acts of all time and some of the most important albums in history. This year marks the 30th anniversary of Green Day’s 1994 certified Diamond album, Dookie, and the 20th anniversary of 2004’s juggernaut, American Idiot. Each a cultural phenomenon in its own right, these albums have remained at the forefront of punk culture since their release. With blazing guitars and electrifying vocals, Green Day are ready to bring their mind-blowing collection of hits to stadiums across the country, along with plenty of additions from their newly announced album, Saviors.

Green Day began dropping hints about their soon-to-be 14th studio album, Saviors, at a surprise show at Las Vegas’ Fremont Country Club, surrounded by a crowd of 800 die-hard fans. During their Las Vegas takeover, which also included commanding headline performances at When We Were Young festival, the band debuted two killer new tracks: the first single “The American Dream Is Killing Me” and the brand new “Look Ma, No Brains!,” out today. Watch the accompanying video HERE, directed by Ryan Baxley and Brendan Walter. Fans got another chance to hear the new music during Green Day’s headlining Amazon Music Live concert series performance on October 26, which included the two releases along with crowd favorites from their extensive discography. With a brand new album and a nationwide stadium tour on the horizon, Green Day are ready for total domination.

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Throughout the Detroit Tigers season at Comerica Park, nearly 1,000 individuals on the event staff enthusiastically commit their time and energy to make each game day a memorable experience for fans – and many of these colleagues have been part of the organization for multiple seasons. To thank them for their incredible service, Ilitch Sports + Entertainment leadership hosted colleagues for a special evening at the ballpark in October, filled with laughter, camaraderie, and a shared love for the game.

“We appreciate all that our part-time colleagues do to make every Comerica Park experience inspiring for our guests,” said Tim Padgett, Senior Vice President, Venue Operations for Ilitch Sports + Entertainment. “As the ballpark season came to a close, we wanted to invite our colleagues and their families in for an evening of fun as a way to express our gratitude.”

The News Hub team caught up with a few colleagues during the Comerica Park event and asked what their favorite part of their job is. Here’s what they had to say.

Carol Szwabowski, Usher, 11 years:

“I love interacting with people. I love the game of baseball. It’s just an all-around fun job that you really get to sit down, enjoy the weather outside, enjoy the team, enjoy the fans. It’s just a great place to work. I love it.”

Steve Nelson, Usher, three years:

“It’s clearly the interaction with the fans. The Tigers are a big part of my life. They have been my whole life. So to be able to come here and work and hopefully instill that same kind of passion for the team and the city that I developed following the team for all these years, that’s my biggest joy.”

Jeffrey Nowosielski, Usher, one year

“The atmosphere of a sporting event is exciting, and I love to help bring that every time. I’m always smiling when I’m here. The energy is insane. Even when there’s 15,000 people, there’s always someone here, a young kid or an older person that just might be their first baseball game. I try to bring excitement, even if just a smile, to the fans.”

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David Young, Janitor, seven years:

“I like the access. A memorable event was two years ago. I’m doing a concert, Guns ‘N Roses, and everybody knows that Slash is my favorite. I got a chance to help set up for the event. When I went downstairs, I saw Slash’s furniture, and I saw him at a distance with his crew. I almost fainted.”

Dave McNamara, Usher, 17 years:

“It’s been a great 17 years. We had the World Series here. We were here on a 42-degree night. Zooey Deschanel sang the national anthem. I worked in the lower bowl for about 12 or 14 years. I have so many special moments and memories. I love it.”

Stephanie Ruthenburg, Usher Supervisor, six years:

“I like to help. If someone says, ‘Hey, my aunt is here, it’s her first time at the ballpark.’ I say, ‘What can I do for her?’ Let’s go over there. Let’s get a first-game certificate. Let me go into the ‘magic closet’ and see if I can get a baseball for you. I get to make people smile.”

Cathy Grzecki, Gate Supervisor, 21 years:

“Absolutely the fans are the best part of the job, and the overall ballpark experience. My favorite memory was when we won the ALCS. I was working right behind the Tigers’ dugout when Miggy hit the home run, and fans just kind of crashed into this stadium and celebrated the team. It was just electrifying.”

“Our colleagues are a vital part of why Comerica Park is such an amazing place for Detroit sports and entertainment fans,” Padgett said. “We’re grateful that they continue to help us amaze, inspire and unite our guests at every event.”

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• Leading Pizza Chain Partners with Experienced Franchisees to Add New Locations

Little Caesars, the third largest pizza chain in the world, announced today the signing of franchise development agreements that will add 15 new locations across two of the brand’s target markets. Led by two different franchisees, the developments are set to expand the brand’s presence in Boston and Chicago. Little Caesars, known for quality, value, and convenience, has experienced consistent growth with both new and existing franchisees, a testament to the chain’s effective business model and brand strength.

The franchisees leading the brand’s latest developments include:

• Pritpal Bains and Haranchal Bains, who have operated Little Caesars restaurants in California since 1999 and plan to establish five new locations throughout Boston by 2027.

• Karim Khowaja and Sanjeev Khatau, who have more than 40 years of combined experience in restaurant franchising and are acquiring two existing Little Caesars locations in Chicago. They plan to open ten additional restaurants in the city. The pair operates nearly 100 quick-service concepts in Illinois, Michigan, Iowa, and California.

“As our expansion gains momentum nationwide, we are eager to build upon our partnerships with experienced multi-unit operators like Pritpal and Haranchal while developing new relationships with industry veterans like Karim and Sanjeev,” said Little Caesars Chief Development Officer Jeremy Vitaro. “I’m confident in their enthusiasm for Little Caesars and their passion for their respective communities in Boston and Chicago. We look forward to supporting each group as they build their new restaurants.”

Little Caesars is amplifying its expansion into major cities, including its recent commitment to establish 100 new locations in New York City and the Tri-State region.

The established brand is actively pursuing ambitious operating partners to help propel development efforts in targeted markets nationwide. Little Caesars offers franchisees a convenience-driven business model and an efficient, proven concept that keeps operating costs low and margins high.

Multi-unit franchising opportunities remain in regions across the U.S., including the Northeast and Pacific Northwest. Little Caesars franchising also offers incentive programs available for veterans and first responders.

For more information, interested candidates can visit franchise.littlecaesars.com.

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As schools welcomed students back for another year, the Detroit Tigers invited education leaders onto the field at Comerica Park to recognize them for the important contributions they make to the state of Michigan. The presidents of the University of Michigan and Wayne State University and the superintendent of the Detroit Public Schools Community District were selected to throw out first pitches at Tigers games this fall.  

Supporting education has long been a priority for the Detroit Tigers and entire Ilitch organization. This takes shape in a number of ways, from celebrating educators and students during special school-themed Detroit Tigers and Red Wings games, ongoing partnerships with schools and universities, donations and volunteerism, and hands-on experience for students such as internships programs and in-school learning initiatives.

Santa Ono, the 15^th president of the University of Michigan, began his tenure in October 2022. With a background in immunology, Ono previously served as the president of the University of British Columbia. He was appointed by Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer to serve on the Executive Committee of Michigan Economic Development Corporation and the Growing Michigan Together Council.  

Kimberly Andrews Espy became Wayne State University’s 13^th president on Aug. 1, 2023, and is the school’s first female president. With more than 25 years of experience in higher education, Espy previously served as provost and senior vice president of academic affairs at the University of Texas at San Antonio (UTSA).  Wayne State, located in The District Detroit, is home to the Mike Ilitch School of Business and recently awarded Marian Ilitch an honorary doctorate.

Dr. Nikolai Vitti is the second-longest serving superintendent in the history of the Detroit Public Schools Community District, which has a long-standing relationship with Ilitch Companies, with partnerships ranging from a summer internship program for Cass Tech students to the annual Evening of Fine Arts at the Fox Theatre.

In addition to other ongoing initiatives, each year, students from University of Michigan, Wayne State and the Detroit Public Schools Community District also participate in Olympia Development of Michigan and Related Companies’ Project Destined internship program.

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With hundreds of events across six sports and entertainment venues, Ilitch Sports + Entertainment event colleagues play a critical role in amazing, inspiring and uniting millions of guests each year. These incredible colleagues work in a diverse array of roles, including ushers, security, parking, in-venue entertainment and much more. Their dedication to providing a tremendous guest experience shines through in all that they do.

Meet Dejah Ecckles, Box Office Representative at Little Caesars Arena:

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The leaves are changing color, the smell of pumpkin spice is in the air, and Fall Fest is returning to Columbia Street. The fest – which transforms the pedestrian-only Columbia Street into a picturesque urban pumpkin patch experience – is free, open to the public, and presented by Michigan First Credit Union.

The second annual Columbia Street Fall Fest in The District Detroit begins Saturday, October 21 and continues through Sunday, November 26, featuring whimsical photo opportunities, vibrant fall-themed décor, and delicious food and beverage specials. And, before Detroit Lions home games, Fall Fest fun is combined with the ongoing Columbia Street tailgate activities.

During Fall Fest, stop and enjoy the restaurants on Columbia Street offering fall décor and special themed menu items, including:

JoJo’s ShakeBAR: Get into the spirit of autumn with JoJo’s ShakeBAR’s pumpkin patch, which offers opportunities for seasonal selfies, pumpkin painting, mixology classes and seasonal menu items like apple pie shots, iced pumpkin spiked latte, huge hot chocolates and more. The experience runs daily through November 3. 88 W. Columbia Street, Detroit.

Good Cakes and Bakes: Satisfy your sweet tooth with a warm sweet potato pound spice cake or their famous carrot cake along with other fall specials.  Pair a pastry with a hot cup of coffee or cider as you take in all Columbia Street has to offer. The sweet specials are offered Tuesday through Sunday. 22 W. Columbia Street, Detroit.

Union Assembly: Guests can also enjoy seasonal street-side patio dining on Columbia Street just steps from the iconic Fox Theatre overlooking Columbia Street and all the festivities.  Stop by for fall and Lion’s game drink and food specials. The corner of Columbia Street and 2131 Woodward Avenue, Detroit.

Frita Batidos:  Known for Cuban-inspired street food, Frita’s is adding specialty menu items including hot apple cider – with or without a splash of dark rum – as well as autumn spiced mini churros, Mocha Cubano – with or without Spaulding coffee liquor and more. 66 W. Columbia Street, Detroit.

Sahara Bar & Grill: Mediterranean, Chaldean and Middle Eastern style dishes are prepared fresh daily with seasonal specialty menu items. Enjoy the extensive outdoor patio and take in all Fall Fest has to offer. 77 W. Columbia Street, Detroit.

Located in the heart of The District Detroit across from Comerica Park and nestled between the Fox Theatre and Little Caesars World Headquarters, Columbia Street is pedestrian-only, making it the perfect place to stroll with friends or family while stopping in one of the unique restaurants.

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The Detroit Red Wings and Rehmann Art Contest is back for 2023-24, welcoming fans to submit their original works of art through February 1, 2024. The contest – the third consecutive art initiative co-managed by Rehmann and the Red Wings – invites participants to submit hockey-inspired artwork focused on dominating on the ice and capitalizing on team strengths.

Contestants will submit their entries virtually for the first round, with finalists invited to deliver their physical artworks for additional consideration. The judging panel will be comprised of Rehmann and Ilitch Sports + Entertainment (IS+E) executives as well as an outside guest panelist. The winner will be announced on February 22, 2024, and their winning artwork will be installed in the Rehmann Club at Little Caesars Arena in the heart of The District Detroit.

“The success of the art contest over the past two years underscores the importance of community-centered initiatives and the passion Michiganders have for their NHL team,” said Stacie Kwaiser, CEO of Rehmann. “We are proud to stand with the Detroit Red Wings to bring together Michigan’s communities of artists and sports enthusiasts.”

To enter, artists must submit permissible mediums including drawing, painting, etching, original digital creations and photography 24” by 30” in size. Pieces will be judged on creativity, originality, and the theme of “power play,” which encompasses power, strength and playmaking.

“We are fortunate to have a partner like Rehmann that is as committed as we are to engaging our fans and building stronger community relationships,” said Chris Coffman, Senior Vice President of Corporate Partnerships for Ilitch Sports + Entertainment. “Seeing the range of inspiring artwork submitted by fans across the state underlines the love for the Red Wings.”

In addition to having their artwork displayed in the Rehmann Club at Little Caesars Arena, the winner will receive a $5,000 cash prize and four tickets to a Red Wings home game. Artwork will also be published on DetroitRedWings.com

Contestants can find more details on rules and regulations by visiting the contest’s landing page here. To enter, contestants must fill out the submission form on the landing page and will subsequently receive email reminders regarding submission close dates and other contest news.

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• Passes On Sale Now

This holiday season will be even brighter, merrier and more colorful as Magic of Lights returns and transforms Pine Knob Music Theatre’s parking area into a vibrant drivethrough holiday-themed light display. The festive event kicks off on Friday, November 17 and runs through Saturday, December 30. Pine Knob Music Theatre is presented by Proud Partners United Wholesale Mortgage, Trinity Health and Ally.

Produced by Family Entertainment Holdings, LLC, “Magic of Lights” will return to Pine Knob Music Theatre for the fourth annual year, featuring dozens of displays, festive favorites, and digital animation, all constructed with millions of individual LED lights to create a memorable holiday experience for the whole family.

“We are excited to return Magic of Lights to the Clarkston community for the fourth season as its become a part of the local annual holiday tradition,” says Ken Hudgens, CEO of Family Entertainment Holdings, LLC. “Our innovative creative team has designed a drive-through holiday wonderland light experience that promises to dazzle and delight guests of all ages.”

Inside the comfort of their own vehicle, guests will enjoy Magic of Lights’ classic holiday favorites including Winter Wonderland, the 12 Days of Christmas, Toyland, festive Elves and Reindeer Road. In addition to the 200 foot long Enchanting Tunnel of Lights, there will also be other new light tunnels to delight and amaze.

Other illuminated displays include the 32-foot-tall animated Mattel’s Waving Christmas Barbie®, Prehistoric Christmas featuring life sized dinosaurs celebrating the season, and the legendary BIGFOOT® Monster Truck. Created with over two million sparkling lights, Magic of Lights is a nostalgic and festive event everyone will enjoy.

Guests can also stop inside the Jolly Holiday Village, which allows visitors to walk through a magical out-of- car area.

A new augmented reality feature will be introduced this year as well to make the magical experience even more interactive, with details set to be released in November.

QUICK FACTS – MAGIC OF LIGHTS

• 2+ million lights per Magic of Lights event
• 12.6 miles of light cord per Magic of Lights event
• 3,750 staff hours to set up each Magic of Lights event
• The steel displays are designed, bent, cut and welded into about 800 frames that are combined in different configurations to create each show’s giant winter holiday scenes. Each frame of each scene is designed using the latest CAD technology and hand built in-house from 15 pages of design specifications each.
• Each Magic of Lights show uses about 10 miles of steel to build the displays and 10 miles of LED lighting installed inside the displays, there are 10 different colors of LED bulbs used in the shows.
• Scenes, such as the animated Mattel’s Waving Christmas Barbie, are as high as 32 ft. tall and as long as several hundred feet.

Event: Magic of Lights® at Pine Knob Music Theatre
Place: Pine Knob Music Theatre Parking Area, 33 Bob Seger Drive, Clarkston, MI
Standard Hours: 5:30 p.m. – 10 p.m. Monday – Sunday
Holiday Hours: 5:30 p.m. – 9 p.m. (Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve and Christmas Day)

PASSES: Santa Saver passes are available now through October 31 while supplies last. Santa Saver Any Day passes for standard vehicles start at $22.50. Santa Saver Weekday (Sunday-Thursday) for standard vehicles start at $17.50. Limo and party bus passes are available starting at $50 for advance purchase. Passes must be purchased online only at magicoflights.com/events/clarkston. There are no exchanges orrefunds. Please note, each vehicle

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Little Caesars Arena is an innovative and award-winning multi-use venue – the home of the Detroit Red Wings, Detroit Pistons and host of a diverse array of live sports, entertainment and community events.

Located in the heart of The District Detroit, this fan-centric facility features a rich blend of heritage elements, one of the world’s largest center-hung videoboards, captivating 3-D image mapping, more than 1,300 display screens and more.

Whether you’re a dedicated Winged Wheel Nation Member or a first-time visitor, Little Caesars Arena offers an abundance of experiences. To help you make the most of your visit, we’ve compiled all the latest updates and essential information you need to know before visiting this premier destination.

Parking

With 8,500 parking spaces across more than five parking structures and multiple surface parking lots, finding safe and convenient parking is a breeze.

Please Note: All parking structures and lots are cashless and are open 24 hours a day.

• Olympia Parking provides guests the ability to pre-book parking before reaching your destination. You can pre-pay for parking based on the event you’re attending, at ParkDistrictDetroit.com.
• Guests who do not wish to pre-book parking can access Olympia Parking facilities with a credit card, based on availability.
• Many lots and garages are “passes only”, so pre-purchasing on ParkDistrictDetroit.com is the best way to ensure a close and convenient spot.
• Accessible parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis at the going rate with presentation of an accessible license plate or hang tag. Check out an accessible parking map here.

Food and Beverage

Cheering on your favorite team or dancing the night away at a sold-out concert can work up an appetite! Whether you’re grabbing a bite or drink before, during or after an event, Little Caesars Arena boasts four delicious restaurants, and an array of in-venue concession stands for quick service food and beverage on the go.

See below for details and a snapshot of great new menu offerings.

• Mike’s Pizza Bar features hand-crafted pizzas, brew on tap, wines and an option to sit and eat, or take your food to-go. This season, Mike’s Pizza Bar is expanding its menu, adding a Chix-Parm Sandwich, Jumbo Mozz Sticks and a Meatball Skillet.
• PointsBet Sports Bar offers a full food and drink menu, including Elote Street Wings, a French Onion Dog, Spam Buddha Bowl and more.
• The Mixing Board is a sit-down restaurant that features made-from-scratch items from shareables to salads, flatbreads, and a full bar. New menu items include Bacon-Wrapped Dates and Firehouse Shrimp.
• UWM District Market is a quick, one-stop-shop for a bite to eat, a cocktail, glass of wine or coffee and features various cuisines to satisfy all tastes.

All restaurants are open at 4 p.m. on event days and provide direct access to the arena when doors open.

In addition to dine-in restaurants, concession stands throughout the arena offer a variety of dishes, including fan-favorite Little Caesars pizza. There will also be a rotation of local food vendors to display the array of diverse tastes you can find around the city of Detroit.

Mouth-watering new menu items this season include:

• Following a successful stint at Comerica Park, Bert’s BBQ will return to Little Caesars Arena this season on the upper concourse.
• New concession items include a rotation of wraps, chili cheese fries, loaded cheese fries and more.
• Additional new Grab ‘N Go items can be found at PORTALS 43 and 44, featuring seven-layer dip with tortilla chips, pasta salad and chicken caesar pasta salad.
• All desserts at Little Caesars Arena’s restaurants can be packaged to-go to take back to your seats.

In addition, before or after an event, check out the variety of dining options in The District Detroit including establishments nearby including Basan, located inside The Eddystone adjacent to Little Caesars Arena, and Hockeytown Café, a sports bar open year-round on Woodward Avenue at Montcalm Street. New Hockeytown Café menu items include Zip Tips, Chili Boule, and The Original Turkey Dinner.

Pedestrian-only Columbia Street – just a short walk from Little Caesars Arena – offers a variety of options before and after events. Columbia Street also hosts events and activities throughout the year, such as the annual Fall Fest and tailgates before Detroit Lions home games.

• JoJo’s ShakeBAR: with a menu ranging from brunch to dinner and loaded dessert, JoJo’s pays homage to Motown greats before sending you off to experience your event at Little Caesars Arena, the Fox Theatre or the Fillmore.
• Union Assembly: providing customers with a variety of all-American foods and drinks with a Detroit spin amid their day or night out on the town.
• Frita Batidos: looking for Cuban-inspired burgers, fries and milkshakes? Frita’s is the spot to give you tropical vibes before exploring The District Detroit.
• Good Cakes and Bakes: have a sweet tooth? Stop into Good Cakes and Bakes before or after your event to satisfy your craving.
• Sahara Restaurant & Grill: this authentic Chaldean and Middle Eastern restaurant gives a global feel, right in the heart of Detroit.

Team Store

The Little Caesars Arena Team Store features quality, upscale lifestyle and fashion brands for fans to enjoy. New brands offered this season include Pro Standard luxury sportwear making its Red Wings debut, as well as OVO (October’s Very Own), the limited-edition fashion line created by Drake.

Additionally, Mitchell & Ness “Blue Line” premium jerseys, featuring Red Wings Hall of Famers will be available for purchase.

DKNY, Greyson Clothiers, Lululemon, Tommy Bahama, Travis Mathew, WEAR by Erin Andrews and Vineyard Vines will all have new items and styles available this season.

Accessibility

Little Caesars Arena offers accessible parking, entry, seating and concession areas. More information is available here, under accessibility services.

The arena was also named the 2021 KultureCity Sensory Inclusive Venue of the Year, as all events at the venue are sensory inclusive and promote an accommodating and positive experience for guests and fans with sensory needs. Guests can check in at Guest Service Offices at PORTALS 10, 20 and 67 for a sensory kit; which contains noise-canceling headphones, fidget toys and a feeling thermometer. Strobe canceling glasses and weighted lap pads are also available.

Box Office

The XFINITY Box Office at Little Caesars Arena is open at 11 a.m. on all event days, and Monday through Friday non-event days. The Box Office closes 60 minutes after event start times, or at 5:30 p.m. on non-event days. More information, event listings and links to purchase tickets are available here.

If you have any questions about digital ticketing, please call 313-471-7000 during business hours, or email TicketOperations@OlyEnt.com.

Bag Policy

Little Caesars Arena has a no-bag policy. Bags, purses and clutches larger than 4″ x 6″ x 1.5″ are prohibited. Single compartment bags, wallets and clutches smaller than 4”x6”x1.5 with or without a handle strap are permitted.

Bags, wallets, and clutches needed for medical necessity, including medical bags, diaper bags with supplies for children, breast pumps and other medical devices smaller than 14″ x 14″ x 6″ are allowed.

For details on permitted and prohibited items, click here. Little Caesars Arena is the only arena in the United States to receive the Department of Homeland Security SAFETY Act Certification/Designation.

Cashless Transactions

The entire venue is cashless! If you bring cash to an event, you can use a reverse ATM machine, which allows you to transfer cash onto a card for concessions, apparel, drinks and more. Reverse ATMS are located near PORTALS 9 and 58 and in the XFINITY Box Office.

Additional information is available on the Little Caesars Arena page and on the Detroit Red Wings’ Frequently Asked Questions page, here.

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