Detroit Tigers Reveal “What’s New” at Comerica Park for 2024 Season

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March 27, 2024
  • Greatly enhanced fan experience with the installation of MLB’s second-largest videoboard, state-of-the-art upgrades to the sound system and new HD televisions throughout Comerica Park
  • Marrow, Slows Bar BQ and Detroit Water Ice Factory will feature original menu items all season, with additional local businesses serving as rotating pop-ups
  • New food & beverage, merchandise and authenticated items are available for Tigers fans to enjoy
  • Detroit Tigers Foundation, KultureCity unveil sensory room for guests with sensory sensitivities
  • Enhanced security measures include OPENGATE metal detectors, allowing faster entry into Comerica Park

When the Detroit Tigers welcome the best fans in baseball back to Comerica Park for Opening Day presented by Rocket Mortgage on Friday, April 5, fans will notice a transformation of the video and audio experience, along with new and local food & beverage options, new merchandise selections and faster entry into the ballpark.

At the annual “What’s New” media event at Comerica Park on Wednesday, the Tigers introduced a vastly upgraded digital presence throughout the ballpark, cut the ribbon on a brand-new sensory room in partnership with KultureCity and previewed new fan giveaway items and promotions, themed food & beverage items and new merchandise.

Single-game tickets for the 2024 season are available at Tigers.com/Tickets, including Opening Weekend against the Oakland Athletics (April 5-7). The home opener on April 5 only has standing-room-only tickets remaining.

“We’re excited to welcome our fans back to Comerica Park, where the experience will look, sound and feel much different this season,” said Ryan Gustafson, President and CEO, Ilitch Sports + Entertainment. “We can’t wait to unveil our brand-new scoreboard and introduce our upgraded sound system, and for Tigers fans to enjoy all the new and traditional offerings at the ballpark all season long.”

Upgraded Audiovisual Components to Provide New and Immersive Experience for Fans

The digital presence at Comerica Park has been completely reimagined and will take the fan experience to the next level. The brand-new videoboard and revamped sound system will pair together to create an immersive audiovisual experience in all seating areas throughout the ballpark. High-definition screens have replaced the televisions throughout the concourse areas on both the lower and upper levels and will feature a connected IPTV system that allows fans to stay tuned to the game wherever they roam. The new TVs feature advanced signal quality, additional channels and specialized monitors designed to be viewed under sunny skies during day games.

The new videoboard is the largest in the American League and second largest in Major League Baseball, measuring 15,688 square feet with near crystal-clear resolution. The upgraded sound system is engineered by new speakers that are adjacent to the videoboard, providing a much-improved listening experience in the outfield and on the Comerica Landing. More than 25 subwoofers have been installed throughout the ballpark, providing a more robust sound for fans in attendance.

Along with the additional 9,500 square feet on the new videoboard, overall resolution has been upgraded. The upper and lower portions of the board feature 14.1 million pixels that are 33 percent closer together than the old scoreboard, which utilized 2.4 million pixels. The increased resolution and size provide enhanced graphical displays of lineups, statistical notes, analytics and much more.

New Special Events and Theme Games

Tigers fans can attend several new special events and more theme games than ever before at Comerica Park this season. The Tigers will celebrate former manager Jim Leyland’s induction into the National Baseball Hall of Fame on Saturday, Aug. 3 against the Kansas City Royals, and the 40th anniversary of the legendary 1984 World Series championship team will take place on Saturday, Aug. 31 vs. the Boston Red Sox.

Additional new theme games include Healthcare Appreciation (April 11 and 12), Pickleball Day (May 15), Margaritaville Night (June 21), Firefighter vs. Law Enforcement Night (July 10), Christmas in July (July 11), 80s Night (Aug. 30) and much more. Fans interested in special ticket packages, with many featuring an exclusive giveaway item, can visit Tigers.com/Theme.

New Giveaway Items for First 15,000 Fans Every Saturday

The first 15,000 fans to enter Comerica Park will once again receive exciting giveaways at every Saturday home game this season.

2024 Fan Giveaway Lineup

New Merchandise Items at Comerica Park

The D Shop, presented by Meijer, is your one-stop shop at Comerica Park for new team merchandise. Tigers fans can purchase several new merchandise items at the ballpark, including:

  • Commemorative 1984 Line, celebrating the 40th anniversary of the World Series champions
  • Jim Leyland Hall of Fame Collection, including T-shirts, bats, pennants, magnets and pins
  • New Clubhouse Hat Collection, including New Era batting practice hat which pays tribute to Tigers legend Alan Trammell
  • Onward Reserve Line, featuring polos, pullovers and quarter zips
  • Margaritaville Collaboration, including hoodies, T-shirts and camp shirts featuring several colors and patterns
  • Newly renovated upper Pro Shop retail location near the Comerica Landing

New Authenticated Tigers Items

The newest authenticated items for the 2024 Tigers season are available near Sections 133 and 134 at Comerica Park, including:

  • Colt Keith Autographed Baseballs
  • Parker Meadows Autographed Jerseys
  • Kerry Carpenter Autographed Jerseys
  • Matt Vierling Autographed Baseballs and Jerseys
  • 18-Inch Game-Used Bases

Detroit-Based Small Restaurant Business Partnerships Expand

The Tigers are once again partnering with several small restaurant businesses in the city of Detroit, providing fans with diverse, local flavors throughout the ballpark.

Local businesses Slows Bar BQ, Marrow and Detroit Water Ice Factory have a season-long presence at Comerica Park this season, joining returning Detroit restaurants Green Dot Stables and Taqueria El Rey, while Voyager makes its Comerica Park debut on a rotating basis, joining El Rey de las Arepas, Lobster Food Truck, Breadless, Cooking with Que and Yum Village.

New Food & Beverage, Concessions Items

The Tigers, in partnership with Delaware North Sportservice, are excited to announce several menu additions at various Comerica Park locations in 2024, including a variety of unique twists on ballpark and local favorites.

Slows Bar BQ Burritos: Pitcher’s Pub (New Season-Long Location on Comerica Landing)  

  • Mostly Maui Wowie Hickory Smoked Pulled Chicken, Roasted Onions & Chilis, Beans, Chipotle Rice, Cheese, Crema and Salsa Verde
  • Nice Dreams – Plant-Based Chorizo, Roasted Onions & Chilis, Beans, Chipotle Rice, Cheese, Crema and House Salsa
  • The Low Rider – Slows Famous Pulled Pork, Roasted Onions & Chilis, Refried Beans, Chipotle Rice, Cheese, Crema and House Salsa

Marrow: Corner Tap Room (New Season-Long Location Near Section 114)

  • Bacon Burger – Dry-Aged Beef and Bacon Burger Blend, Double Patty, American Cheese, Shaved Iceberg, Kerch Sauce
  • Braised Barbacoa Torta – Braised Beef, Avocado Salsa, Citrus Slaw, Cotija Cheese
  • Buttermilk Fried Chicken Sandwich – House Pickles, Shaved Iceberg, House-Made Pimento Cheese
  • Grilled Andalusia Sausage – House-Made Local Pork Sausage, Chimichurri, Pickled Red Onion, Crema, Cilantro
  • Wedge Salad – Marrow Beef Bacon, Sourdough Croutons, Pickled Red Onions, Dill, Smoked Blue Cheese Dressing

Detroit Water Ice Factory (Comerica Big Cat Court/Section 138)

  • Strawberry Lemonade
  • Blue Raspberry
  • Orange Cream

Rotating Local Pop-Ups: Section 116  

Voyager (New for 2024 season)
Chilled Peel & Eat Shrimp with Comeback Sauce and Lemon
Hush Puppies with Honey Butter and Lemon

El Rey de las Arepa
Chicken Arepa with Cheese and Garlic Sauce
Beef Arepa with Cheese and Garlic Sauce

Breadless
Southwest Rice Bowl – Warm Roasted Chicken or Falafel, Avocado Spread, Cilantro Avocado Sauce, White Cheddar Cheese, Monterey Jack Cheese, Sautéed Peppers, Caramelized Onions, Warm Brown Rice, Black Beans

Green Dot Stables: Meijer Market (Section 143)  

  • Slider Bundle – Three Cheeseburgers with Truffle Fries
  • Pierogi Grilled Cheese Slider – Pierogi, Sauerkraut, Mornay, Velveeta

Taqueria El Rey: Miller Lite Market (Section 149)  

  • Charcoal Grilled Chicken Wings – Charcoal Wings with Taqueria El Rey Adobo Rub, Red Salsa on Side
  • Street Corn Nachos – Nacho Chips, Hatch Chili Queso, Pico De Gallo, Beans, Cotija Cheese, Corn and Jalapenos

SmashBurger (Big Cat Court & Section 327)

  • SmashBurger – Martin’s Potato Roll, Burger Sauce, Two Smashed Patties with Cheese and Caramelized Onions

Cheesesteak (Section 139)

  • Cheesesteak Sandwich – Hoagie Roll, Cheesesteak, Hatch Chili Queso, Peppers and Onions
  • Cheesesteak Hot Dog – Hot Dog Bun, Hot Dog, Cheesesteak, Hatch Chili Queso, Peppers and Onions

Hot Honey Chicken Tenders (Section 151 & 336)

  • Hot Honey Chicken Tenders – Three-Piece Chicken Tenders Tossed in Hot Honey with Fries

Souvenir Chicken Tender Bucket (Big Cat Court, Section 151 & 336)

  • Five-Piece Souvenir Chicken Tender Bucket – Served with Fries in a Souvenir Bucket

The Tigers are also introducing specially themed food & beverage items for select theme games at Comerica Park, including:

Margaritaville Night: Friday, June 21 vs. Chicago White Sox

Tequila Lime Fried Chicken Sandwich – Tequila Lime Brined Fried Chicken, Cilantro Slaw with Citrus, Pickled Jalapeno, Smoked Chipotle Aioli, Martin’s Potato Roll

90s Night: Friday, Aug. 2 vs. Kansas City Royals

  • Neon Smash – Casamigos Tequila, Pineapple Juice, Watermelon Juice, Blue Curacao, Watermelon Garnish
  • Saved by the Agave – Tequila, Peach Schnapps, Lemon Juice, Grenadine, Soda Water

KultureCity Sensory Room Installed on Upper Level of Comerica Park

In partnership with the Detroit Tigers Foundation and KultureCity, the Tigers are pleased to unveil a brand-new sensory room on the upper level of Comerica Park outside Section 210. The space will be open for all games and events at Comerica Park beginning on Opening Day.

The sensory room is part of the Tigers Foundation’s commitment to fostering an inclusive environment for all, ensuring that individuals with sensory sensitivities can enjoy all events without barriers.

The state-of-the-art sensory room is designed to help individuals with sensory processing needs and thoughtfully caters to a variety of those individuals, incorporating adjustable lighting, calming visuals and comfortable seating. A range of sensory tools and equipment like bubble walls, bean-bag chairs and sensory toys are available to create a personalized and calming experience. The room is fully accessible, accommodating individuals of all ages.

Enhanced Security Measures and Expedited Ballpark Entry

The Tigers have installed OPENGATE Detection System metal detectors outside Comerica Park, allowing fans to safely enter the ballpark without removing any items from their pockets. The screening system will be utilized at all four Comerica Park entrances and the Suite Bridge, ensuring much faster entry into the ballpark.

Small bags will continue to be checked, maintaining the same high level of security for fans. All bags, purses and clutches larger than 4” x 6” x 1.5” remain prohibited.

1901 Society: Detroit Tigers Season Ticket Membership Program

The Detroit Tigers 1901 Society is the club’s Season Ticket Membership Program. Designed with fans’ unique needs and interests in mind, the 1901 Society offers unprecedented inside access, unforgettable experiences and exclusive benefits for Detroit’s most loyal supporters on a year-round basis.

1901 Society benefits include:

  • Membership pricing starting at $7 per game
  • Complimentary ticket exchange program
  • Exclusive member events like chalk talks with front office personnel, player meet & greets and away game watch parties
  • Exclusive member gifts
  • Guaranteed 2025 Opening Day tickets

For more information or to become a member, visit Tigers.com/1901.