Little Caesars Arena
“LCA”
NHL

Little Caesars Arena

Detroit Red Wings

2645 Woodward Ave, Detroit, MI 48201

A Guide to Little Caesars Arena

Little Caesars Arena stands as the centerpiece of Detroit’s bustling District Detroit, beautifully anchoring the city's Midtown area. As the proud home of the Detroit Red Wings, this state-of-the-art venue seamlessly bridges the franchise's legendary Original Six history with Detroit's modern cultural revival.

Getting to the Arena

  • Driving & Parking
    From I-75, take Exit 51A (Grand River Avenue). From I-94, take the Woodward Avenue exit. District Detroit lots and garages run.
  • Public Transit
    The QLine streetcar runs along Woodward Avenue with a stop at the arena. DDOT and SMART bus routes also serve the area.
    • Qline Streetcar
      Runs along Woodward Avenue with a stop at the arena. DDOT and SMART bus routes also serve the area. which is completely free and drops off directly at the arena's Sproat Street/Adelaide Street station.
    • Bus Routes
      The SMART FAST Woodward (Routes 461/462) express buses drop off right at the Temple Street arena stop.
  • Rideshare
    The official, designated rideshare pick-up and drop-off zone is located along the westbound Fisher Service Drive, right next to the UWM Garage.

Pregame Festivities

The District Detroit and adjacent Midtown, Corktown, and downtown neighborhoods offer diverse pregame options.

Bars & Restaurants

  • A massive sports bar on Woodward Avenue, the go-to pregame spot for Red Wings fans. Multiple bars, TVs everywhere, and a hockey-drenched atmosphere. Detroit earned the "Hockeytown" nickname during the dynasty years.
  • A bar and grill on Woodward near the arena with cold beer, bar food, and a game-night crowd.
  • A Detroit institution on Lafayette Blvd serving Coney dogs (natural-casing hot dogs topped with an all-meat chili, mustard, and diced onions since 1914. The rivalry with American Coney Island next door is Detroit's longest-running food debate. About 10 minutes from the arena.
  • A craft beer bar near the arena with a well-curated tap list for serious beer enthusiasts.
  • A bar and grill near the arena offering food and drinks in a game-night setting.
  • A market and eatery near the arena area.
  • A Detroit institution serving massive, legendary shawarma wraps. The portions are absurd and the quality exceptional.
  • An Italian restaurant in the metro Detroit area offering classic Italian cuisine.

Neighborhood Attractions

  • An alley art installation in downtown Detroit featuring rotating murals and street art. About 10 minutes from the arena.
  • One of the oldest and largest open-air markets in the country, about 10 minutes from the arena. Fresh produce, meats, flowers, and artisan goods on Saturdays.
  • "Hitsville U.S.A." at 2648 West Grand Boulevard, about 10 minutes from the arena. The original house where Berry Gordy launched Motown Records.
  • A 5.5-mile waterfront promenade along the Detroit River with views of the Windsor, Ontario skyline across the border.
  • An Art Deco masterpiece on Griswold Street with a breathtaking tiled lobby. One of the most beautiful building interiors in America.

Monuments & Unique Features

  • Concourse Statues
    As you walk through the main concourse floor The Via, look for the three legendary white bronze statues relocated from Joe Louis Arena.
    • Gordie Howe
    • Ted Lindsay
    • Alex Delvecchio
  • The Olympia Wall
    Located on the east concourse, you can find the actual, illuminated exterior building letters saved from the historic Olympia Stadium, mounted directly adjacent to a massive commemorative mural of Gordie Howe.
  • The Heritage Exhibits
    Rather than a closed-off museum room, historic memorabilia, jersey displays, and the original team bench from Joe Louis Arena are built right into the open concourse walls for fans to explore.
  • Eastern Market
    One of the oldest and largest open-air markets in the country, about 10 minutes from the arena. Fresh produce, meats, flowers, and artisan goods on Saturdays.
  • Retired Numbers
    • #1 Terry Sawchuk
    • #5 "Red" Kelly5
    • #7 Nicklas Lidstrom
    • #9 Ted Lindsay
    • #10 Gordie Howe10
    • #12 Alex Delvecchio
    • #19 Sid Abel
    • #19 Steve Yzerman
    • #91 Sergei Fedorov
  • Stanley Cup Championship Banners
    1936, 1937, 1943, 1950, 1952, 1954, 1955, 1997, 1998, 2002, and 2008.

Seating & Special Sections

  • The Gondola Boxes
    Suspended directly from the ceiling catwalks and floating over the ice, these boxes provide a steep, bird's-eye view looking almost straight down at the action through reinforced safety glass. Packages range from 8 to 20 tickets and include VIP parking in the Trinity Health Garage with an enclosed pedestrian bridge entry, customizable catering packages, and early pre-game access to the exclusive Blue Cross Lounge.
  • Players Club
    The ultimate ultra-premium space for hockey purists. Located on the event floor level directly behind the team benches, this club features a massive, structural glass wall looking directly into the players' tunnel, allowing fans to watch the Red Wings walk out to the ice. Access is strictly limited to Courtside/Glass Row 1 & 2 ticket holders and select VIPs. It includes high-end, all-inclusive chef-curated dining, complimentary premium spirits, beer, and wine, private restrooms, and access to the Blue Cross Lounge.
  • Rehmann Club
    Sections 121–123: Situated at the lower bowl club level (center ice/court), this premium space blends high-end sports viewing with a upscale, lounge atmosphere featuring elegant fireplaces, multiple full-service bars, and luxurious booth seating. Tickets include all-inclusive upscale dining, as well as complimentary draft beer and house wine throughout the night.
  • Motor City Club
    Sections 108–110: This is the largest and most energetic club space in the arena, located on the opposite side of center ice from the Rehmann Club. It features a lively, social market-style setup. Includes a comprehensive all-inclusive menu featuring a rotating mix of both high-end appetizers/entrées and traditional arena fare, alongside complimentary draft beer and house wine.
  • Legends Club
    A private, suite-level club featuring open-concept luxury seating and sweeping, panoramic views of the arena bowl. The interior design pays homage to the combined history of the Red Wings and Pistons. All-inclusive premium food stations, complimentary beer and wine, and a refined lounge space away from the main concourse crowds.
  • Luxury Suites & Loge Boxes
    • Loge Boxes
      Semi-private, counter-top boxes seating 4 to 6 guests located at the top of the lower bowl. They offer cushioned rolling executive chairs, dedicated in-seat food/beverage attendants, and access to private backcourt club amenities.
    • Signature & Premier Level Suites
      Private luxury rooms accommodating 18 to 28 guests. They feature an open-concept layout with leather couches, a wet bar, private restrooms, and private stadium-style rows facing the arena bowl. Premier suites are positioned near the arena's covered parking bridge for the fastest entry and exit.

Concessions

  • Signature Items
    Detroit-style pizza and Coney dogs are the local stars. The arena's food program features local restaurant partnerships.
  • Mike’s Pizza Bar
    Named in honor of late Red Wings owner Mike Ilitch, this massive sit-down spot is located right at the Woodward Avenue entrance. It serves artisanal, hand-crafted artisanal pizzas both thin crust and specialty deep dish paired with a massive list of regional Michigan craft beers on tap.
  • The Mixing Board
    A sleek, industrial-styled sit-down restaurant offering a Michigan-first menu. It features, made-from-scratch Motor City comfort foods, gastropub-style appetizers, and rotating local microbrews.
  • UWM District Market
    This is a 5-concept artisanal food hall located inside the arena complex with street-side access. It houses The Coffee House locally sourced caffeine and pastries, La Cocina street tacos and regional Mexican fare, Patio Grill gourmet burgers and sliders, and The Bar specialized in local premium spirits and frozen cocktails.
  • Little Caesars
    Multiple Portals: The arena's namesake. These stands serve the iconic "Super Slice" available in extra-thick Detroit-style deep dish or traditional round pepperoni/cheese.
  • The Coop
    Portals 18 & 19: The destination for anything chicken. Famous for its hand-breaded chicken tenders, spicy chicken sandwiches, and the crowd-favorite "All The Time Fry"—seasoned fries smothered in a signature house sauce and fresh scallions.
  • Detroit Street Lab
    Portal 28: A highly popular, high-speed concept inspired directly by Detroit's underground street food culture. It rotates unique mashups, currently highlighting Korean Corn Dogs like the Bad Boy Blue made with brick cheese and crushed Takis, Street Lab Coneys all-beef dogs topped with chili cheese Fritos, and premium Steak Sandos served on fresh milk bread.
  • Arena Cantina / Taqueria
    Portal 42: The go-to spot for loaded stadium Mexican fare. Known for its massive Pizza Box Nachos—a full pizza box packed with house-fried tortilla chips, choice of smoked pulled chicken or barbacoa, dual queso options, and a complete lineup of classic jalapeño and salsa toppings.
  • The Scoop
    Portals 18 & 19: The primary dessert station, specializing in premium soft-serve ice cream, customized sundaes, and milkshakes served in collectible souvenir team cups.
  • 1927 Grille & 313 Grill Co
    The arena’s upgraded take on classic stadium food. This is where you find standard all-beef hot dogs, locally sourced classic Detroit Coney Dogs smothered in chili, mustard, and onions, and hot soft pretzels.

Arena Information

Capacity
19,515
Avg Attendance
19,319
Opened
2017
Last Renovated
2017
Architect
HOK
Construction Cost
$862.9 million

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