Know Before You Go: Little Caesars Arena Hosts NBA Playoffs

As the Detroit Pistons continue their playoff run with this week's home games, fans will experience the award-winning Little Caesars Arena, the home of the Detroit Red Wings, Detroit Pistons and a wide array of live sports, entertainment and community events.

Located in the heart of The District Detroit, the innovative facility features a rich blend of heritage elements, one of the world’s largest center-hung videoboards, diverse food and beverage options, more than 1,300 display screens and more.

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

Little Caesars Arena, in partnership with Delaware North Sportservice, will offer food and beverage options exclusively for Pistons’ playoff games.

At 313 Grill stands near Portals 2, 13, 51 and 69, guests can find:

• Triple Double – Triple Patty Smash Burger with white American cheese, caramelized onions, thick cut bacon and burger sauce.

Available at The Coop stands near Portals 18, 38 and 66:

• Truffle Poutine Fries – Fresh cut fries, black truffle gravy, cheese curds and fresh shaved parmesan

Available in the 1701 Deli near Portal 56:

• Dim Sum Donut – Sweet Bao bun with white chocolate mousse, Oreo dust and fresh strawberries

• Wagyu Beef Bao – Char-crusted Wagyu beef, red chimichurri and truffle aioli, served with house made chips

• Lobster "Roll" Bao – Lemon tarragon lobster salad and fresh chervil, served with house made chips

Available at the Johnny Noodle King takeover stand near Portal 28:

• Chilled Rice Noodle – Carrot, scallions, cucumber and sesame

• Shoyu Mazemen – Ramen noodle, pork belly, scallions, bonito, nori

• Soy Duck Egg

• Pork Sando – Fried house-made bacon, soy pickles, Johnny's BBQ Sauce and Japanese milk bread

• Fried Chicken Karaage – Kewpie mayo, black pepper, lemon and scallion

Guests can also purchase a souvenir draft beer cup at 313 Grill stands, The Coop stands and Little Caesars stands, as well as a specialty cocktail on a cart in the VIA concourse.  

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.

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.

• 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.

• Sahara Restaurant & Grill: this authentic Chaldean and Middle Eastern restaurant gives a global feel, right in the heart of Detroit.

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. Guests can also visit the KultureCity Sensory Room outside of PORTAL 66.

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”x 6” x 1.5 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.

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