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DID YOU KNOW YOU CAN EARN LIONS PERKS?

Lions Perks is available digitally in the Detroit Lions Mobile App. All fans are encouraged to scan their card upon every in-stadium food & beverage or merchandise purchase. Fans earn sweepstakes entries for each dollar they spend on gamedays. Sweepstakes prizes include Kroger gift cards, pregame field passes, a trip to the Pro Bowl and a trip to the Super Bowl. Fans that participate in Lions Perks also can qualify for unique communications and prizes throughout the year. More information is available at www.LionsPerks.com. 

For a fan to view their Lions Perks, they simply need to follow the below steps:  

  • Download the Detroit Lions Mobile App on their smart phone (REQUIRED) 
  • Tap "My Account" at the bottom of the screen 
  • Login with your registered MyLionsAccount or Ticketmaster email address. If you are a first-time user for MyLionsAccount and have not yet established a MyLionsAccount password, you will need to establish a password at time of signup. 
  • Click on the Lions Perks Card tile to view the unique digital Lions Perks Card

DID YOU KNOW ABOUT THE DETROIT LIONS POWER HOUR?

Join us for the Detroit Lions Power Hour before every home game! Starting at gates opening and lasting one hour (unless otherwise posted), the Detroit Lions Power Hour gives fans the opportunity to participate in tailgating games and activities and enjoy food and drink specials.

Activities include:

  • Game giveaways
  • Roar-aoke at the Gate A Atrium - Section 100
  • Spin It To Win It and the One Pride Wheel at the Blitz Level 2 - above Gate A
  • Chalk Talk and autographs with Lions Legends at the Bud Light Party Zone Section 239
  • Opportunity to meet the Cheerleaders
  • The brand new WynnBET Sports Bar

The Detroit Lions Power Hour takes place at the Blitz featuring Miller Lite and Coors Light, on Level 2 above the Gate A Atrium - Section 100, the Bud Light Party Zone featuring Bud Light, at Section 239, Social at Gate D featuring Miller Lite and Coors Light, at Section 127, and the new WynnBET Sports Bar featuring Labatt Blue Light, at Section 224. Season Ticket Members also receive their special discount at The Stadium Collection at Section 100 during the Detroit Lions Power Hour. Fans who enter Ford Field during the Detroit Lions Power Hour will also have the opportunity to receive the giveaway of the game, while supplies last. The gate giveaway will end when all items have been distributed or when the Detroit Lions Power Hour ends.

DID YOU KNOW ARRIVE CAN HELP YOU FIND PARKING IN ADVANCE?

Find parking anywhere, for now or for later, and pick the place that's best for you. Book a space in just a few easy clicks and enter easily with your mobile parking pass. Visit www.fordfield.com/plan-your-visit/buy-parking or download the Park Whiz app to pre-purchase parking, subject to availability.

DID YOU KNOW TICKETMASTER IS OUR TICKETING PROVIDER?

Ticketmaster is the primary ticketing provider for the Detroit Lions and Ford Field. Tickets may be purchased at detroitlions.com/tickets, ticketmaster.com, or by calling 800-745-3000. Tickets may also be purchased in person at the Ford Field Ticket Office, located at Gate G on St. Antoine St., Monday - Friday from 10:00am until 6:00pm 

For more information regarding digital ticketing and mobile entry please visit https://www.detroitlions.com/tickets/digital-ticketing

DID YOU KNOW WE HAVE FREE CELL PHONE CHARGING STATIONS?

Guests can safely and conveniently charge their phones while enjoying the game in a secure charging station locker. Charging stations are free for guests. Simply enter a phone number or 10-digit pin to open and close a locker and no cost will be incurred. Adapters for Apple, Android, Blackberry & Windows cell phones are in each locker. Guests can visit Guest Services with any questions.  

Charging Lockers are located: 

Main Concourse: 

  • Section 100 - Gate A  
  • Section 112 - Gate G  
  • Section 127 - By the elevator  
  • Section 133 - Gate B  
  • Section 224 - Gate E  
  • Section 236 - Gate C  
  • Miller Lite Taproom (access with proper tickets/credentials only) 

Adapters for Apple, Android, Blackberry & Windows cell phones are in each locker. 

*Ford Field is not responsible for unattended items left at the open charging stations.

DID YOU KNOW THE NFL BAG POLICY HAS BEEN IN PLACE FOR SIX YEARS?

In accordance with NFL Security Guidelines, the only bags, packages, or containers permitted to be carried by fans as the approach the stadium are as follows:

  • Bag that is clear plastic, vinyl, or PVC and does not exceed 12" x 6" x 12"
  • One-gallon clear plastic freezer bag (ziploc bag or similar)
  • Small clutch bag, camera and binocular cases, not exceeding 4.5" x 6.5", with or without a hand or strap

- Exceptions may be made for medically necessary items after proper inspection -

Click here to learn more

DID YOU KNOW WE CREATED A LIONS WAYFINDING APP TO HELP YOU LOCATE ALMOST EVERYTHING AT FORD FIELD?

Download the Detroit Lions Mobile App to enhance your experience on game day at Ford Field! Use the wayfinding feature to find all the great food and drink items, Guest Service locations, The Stadium Collection locations and more. All in a few simple clicks!

DID YOU KNOW WE NOW HAVE CLOSED CAPTIONING AVAILABLE FOR GUESTS DURING HOME GAMES?

The Lions have teamed up with Home Team Captions to provide closed captioning for deaf and hard of hearing guests during home games. Closed captioning of the public address system is available on the Lions' official mobile app by clicking on the Game Day tab. Guests can use their personal smartphones or stop by the Guest Services locations to loan out a tablet on game day starting in the regular season. The program will start running automatically. Guests can change the font, font size, color and background, if needed. Follow these steps to access the system: 

DID YOU KNOW WE UPDATED AND CHANGED THE NAME OF CORNER BAR AND GRILLE TO THE WYNNBET SPORTS BAR?

The WynnBET Sports Bar is located on Level 2 in the northeast corner of the stadium near Section 224 and features a full bar and menu with a variety of beer and food options. This lounge is open to all ticket holders age 21 and up beginning two hours prior to kick off. On most Lions game days, the The Detroit Lions Power Hour will feature pregame Tailgate food and drink specials at the Blitz, Bud Light Party Zone, The WynnBET Sports Bar and Social D at Gate D.

DID YOU KNOW ABOUT THE BODMAN SUITES?

Bodman is the official Law Firm of the Detroit Lions with offices located right inside Ford Field. Bodman is the new sponsor of the suites located on levels 4, 5, and 6 of the south side of the stadium. Click here to to learn more.

DID YOU KNOW WE HAVE A PHOTO VIRTUAL EXPERIENCE?

The Virtual Photo Experience is free for all guests and is available from gate opening until the end of the 4th quarter. Located on the Henry Ford Health System concourse, near Gate G (Section 113), guests can take a virtual photo with one of their favorite Lions players. Guests will pick a player that will project from the monitor onto the backdrop. Guests will stand in front of the backdrop for the photo.

DID YOU KNOW YOU CAN TAKE THE QLINE TO FORD FIELD?

Owned and operated by M-1 Rail, the QLine can place fans very close to Ford Field. With a 6.6-mile circulating streetcar loop serving 12 stops on Woodward Ave. from Downtown Detroit through Midtown, New Center and the North End, Ford Field guests can find a station conveniently located near almost any parking facility along Woodward Ave. The QLine opened to the public on May 12, 2017.

Click here for The Q Line’s nearest station locations to Ford Field

The QLine fare for a day pass is $3.00 which allows unlimited rides on the QLine for a consecutive 24 hours from time of purchase. Ticket vending machines are available at every station. Normal weekday operation hours are 6am-11pm Monday-Thursday, 6am-12am on Friday, 8am-12am on Saturday and 8am-8pm on Sunday. On occasion, special events or other activities may lead to extended QLine service hours or additional vehicles added to existing service to support anticipated demand. For more information about the QLine contact the M-1 Rail Office at 313-528-3044 or visit www.qlinedetroit.com. Please note the Q-LIne may not be available due to COVID-19 protocols. Please visit their website for the latest updates.

DID YOU KNOW WE HAVE SEVERAL OUTDOOR SMOKING LOCATIONS?

During Detroit Lions home games & most large events, smoking is only allowed in the following outdoor locations:

During the entire game:

  • Gate D Level 1 - Section 128/129
  • Gate E – Section 225

DID YOU KNOW ABOUT THE WINDSOR TUNNEL SHUTTLE BUS?

The Tunnel Bus, operated by Transit Windsor, offers transportation between downtown Windsor and Detroit for Lions regular season home games & most pre-season games and large events. The pick-up location after the game is at the Gratiot and Antietam bus stop, just East of Ford Field near I-375. The Opera House is no longer a pick up location. Direct guests to exit Gate G at Section 112 and turn right. Head east on Gratiot. Buses will pick up at this location up to 60 minutes post-game (overtime included) or event. A second pick up area is located at the Tunnel Plaza, just south of Mariner's Church, 170 E Jefferson Ave, near the Renaissance Center. This location has shuttle service every half hour, ending at midnight. Due to traffic congestion in downtown Detroit, Transit Windsor may shorten the route in Detroit. To avoid lengthy delays, customers should walk over to the tunnel plaza (south of Mariner's Church), to board a bus.

A round trip ticket on the Tunnel Bus is $10. Guests do not need a roundtrip ticket to board a tunnel bus in Detroit to go back to Canada. For guests looking to make a one way return trip to Canada, they may pay $5 in cash at one of the bus pick up locations. For more information about Transit Windsor call 519-944-4111 during the week or 519-255-6100 (ext. 6624) on weekends. Guests may visit www.citywindsor.ca/residents/transitwindsor. Please note, the Windsor Tunnel Shuttle Bus may not be available due to COVID-19 protocols and border closures between the United States and Canada. Please visit their website for the latest updates.

DID YOU KNOW ABOUT THE FIRST LIONS GAME CERTIFICATES AND BUTTONS?

Children 14 years of age and under can now get a First Lions Game Certificate at Ford Field. The certificates are free of charge and available at the Guest Services Desks at Gate C Section 236, Gate G Section 112, and South Club West. Certificates are free of charge and will be available throughout the game at these locations. Children must be present at the Guest Service Desk to receive a certificate. Most Guest Service Desks will have First Game Buttons that they can give out to first time children at Ford Field. The First Lions Game Certificates are available during the regular season.

DID YOU KNOW ABOUT THE KIDS POST-GAME TOUCHDOWN RUN?

After most Detroit Lions home games this season, kid's ages 5 to 14 can score a touchdown on the field and receive a complimentary mini football (while supplies last). To participate, line up at the lower concourse Level 1 behind Section 121/127 immediately following the game.

DID YOU KNOW YOU CAN HIRE ROARY?

Roary is the Detroit Lions mascot and available for both public and private appearances. Roary may also visit a guests' seats on a Lions' home game day as long as the appearance is coordinated two weeks prior to game day. Roary is available for special events in the State of Michigan. Interested parties should complete and submit a Roary Appearance Request Form at https://www.detroitlions.com/football-education/roary/book-roary.

DID YOU KNOW YOU CAN PURCHASE A PERSONALIZED MESSAGE ON THE VIDEOBOARD?

The Detroit Lions are happy to celebrate special occasions such as birthdays, anniversaries and congratulations with their fans at home games. For a $150 donation to the Detroit Lions Charities, guests can purchase either a Happy Birthday or personalized message to appear on the south video board during halftime of a Lions game at Ford Field. Messages must be submitted by the end of the day Wednesday, or sooner, unless otherwise indicated for a Sunday home game. Please note that video board messages are subject to approval and availability (fifteen messages will run per game). Marriage proposals are not permitted. This exciting opportunity is only available through the following link: https://www.detroitlions.com/birthdays.

DID YOU KNOW TEXT ASSIST CAN HELP YOU WITH ISSUES?

Text Assist is a text messaging service that enables Ford Field guests to communicate directly and interactively with Ford Field Operations staff to report issues related to safety, security and customer satisfaction.

Text 313-513-TEXT (8398) with issue and location

DID YOU KNOW ABOUT THE MOTHER'S NURSING ROOMS?

Ford Field has two Mother's Nursing/Breastfeeding Rooms. One Nursing Room is located on Level 4 of the Bodman Suites, across from the Beacon/Beaubien elevators. Mothers without Club or Suite tickets should first visit Gate A Guest Services at Section 100 to receive a pass that allows entrance to the Bodman Suites (formerly South Suites).The second Nursing Room is located at Gate B by Section 133. This Nursing Room is across from the Gate B Guest Service desk. The rooms are equipped with comfortable chairs, a baby changing table and a flat screen television. For entry or assistance on game or event day, guests will check in at Gate B Guest Services.

DID YOU KNOW COMERICA BANK CARD HOLDERS NOW HAVE A SEPARATE ENTRANCE?

Comerica Entrance for Comerica Bank Credit and Debit Card holders is located at the north end of Gate A near Section 141 inside the stadium. Only guests who show a Comerica Bank Card can use this entrance.

DO YOU KNOW HOW TO ACCESS WIFI AT FORD FIELD?

Guests entering the perimeter of the stadium can connect to stadium WiFi by selecting 'Ford Field WiFi' and accepting the terms and conditions on the authentication page through their mobile browser. Many existing Verizon customers will automatically be authenticated, depending on their mobile device and operating system. In order to access the network, users will be required to disable personal mobile hotspots on their device while connected to Ford Field WiFi.

DID YOU KNOW WE SELL GLUTEN AVOIDING PRODUCTS?

  • Streats of Detroit concession stands, 109, 244: Hot Dogs (Gluten Free buns upon request)
  • The Cooler, near section 112, 234: Multiple prepackaged Gluten Free snack options.

DID YOU KNOW ABOUT THE DESIGNATED DRIVER PROGRAM?

Guests who are 21 years and older can sign up for the Designated Driver Program at the nearest Guest Services location or on the Lions App. Guests pledge not to consume alcoholic beverages and provide responsible transportation for their group members. The stub can be used at any Streats of Detroit concession stand for a free small soft drink or at any Turf Tavern for a non-alcoholic beer. Turf Taverns are located at Sections 105, 128, 132 and 236. Pledge forms can be filled out up until halftime of a Lions home game. All pledge forms must be turned into Gate A Guest Services at Section 100 by the end of halftime. One winner will be called by the announcer to win a prize. Please direct the winner to Gate A Guest Services Desk at Section 100.

DID YOU KNOW ABOUT THE 100 MILLION DOLLAR RENOVATIONS?

VIDEOBOARDS: 

Ford Field underwent $100 million dollars in exciting renovations during the 2017 year offseason. Fans will take notice in the vibrant and colorful video boards in each end zone and around the stadium. 

The main video boards are now more than twice the size of the old videoboards and measure 39.5 feet high by 152 feet wide. Flanking the main videoboards will be four additional displays measuring 13 feet high by 59 feet wide that can be used individually or coordinated with the main videoboards for one continuous 270-foot presentation to show live video, instant replays, statistics, graphics and animations, and sponsorship messages. All five of the displays will feature a 13HD pixel layout, Daktronics' premier technology, to ensure vibrant, crisp imagery with wide angle visibility. Additionally, there will be displays mounted to Ford Field's super columns and ribbon boards mounted along the fascia of Gate A and the main seating bowl.

DID YOU KNOW YOU CAN FOLLOW US ON THE SOCIAL MEDIA CHANNELS?

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