Per the Grand Rapids Griffins:
GRIFFINS RELEASE 2022-23 PROMOTIONAL SCHEDULE
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. – The Grand Rapids Griffins on Wednesday announced their promotional schedule for the 2022-23 season, featuring a number of giveaways and the return of many popular season-long promotions. Single-game tickets for each of the team’s 36 regular season home games at Van Andel Arena will go on sale to the general public this Friday, Sept. 9 at 10 a.m. at griffinshockey.com/tickets.
The Griffins will launch the home portion of their 72-game slate on Friday, Oct. 14 against the San Diego Gulls with Opening Night presented by Huntington Bank. Promotions for the home opener include a magnet schedule giveaway and $2 beers/hot dogs. Grand Rapids will play its first three games of the campaign at home for the first time since the 2002-03 season.
Grand Rapids’ other giveaways this season include a water bottle (Nov. 12), bandana (Nov. 26, ages 21+), leg lamp (Dec. 3), 2022-23 calendar (Dec. 16), Jonatan Berggren bobblehead (Jan. 7), t-shirt (Feb. 25), trucker hat (March 11), and a Bob Kaser and Larry Figurski talking bobblehead (March 31).
Key promotional dates include: HOPE Network Night (Oct. 15); Military Appreciation Night (Nov. 12); 21st annual School Day Game (Nov. 16 – 11 a.m. start); Teddy Bear Toss (Nov. 25); Country Night (Nov. 26); Seventh annual Red Kettle Game for The Salvation Army (Dec. 2); A Griffins Christmas Story (Dec. 3); Grand Rapids Hall of Fame Night (Dec. 16); 25th annual New Year’s Eve Celebration (Dec. 31 – 6 p.m. start); Hockey Without Barriers/Sensory Friendly Game (Jan. 7); Salute to Badges (Jan. 13); Heroes vs. Villains (Jan. 14); Princess Night (Feb. 11); Hispanic Heritage Night (Feb. 25); Star Wars Night (March 4); 11th annual Purple Community Game for Van Andel Institute (March 10); Margaritaville Night (March 11); the Jake Engel Memorial Dog Game (March 19); 2013 Cup Celebration Game (March 31); and Fan Appreciation Night (April 14).
The popular Friday night beer and hot dog promotion returns for all Friday home game this season, featuring $2 hot dogs and $2 domestic drafts from 6-8 p.m., while supplies last. Free Ride Friday allows fans to enjoy a complimentary fare on the Rapid by showing their ticket to that night’s game. Visit ridetherapids.org for schedule information, routes and maps.
Several other recurring promotions will be available throughout the Griffins’ schedule, including eight Winning Wednesdays, four post-game player autograph sessions, and six post-game jersey auctions. The jersey auctions are set to include HOPE Network jerseys (Oct. 15), military themed jerseys (Nov. 12), The Salvation Army Red Kettle jerseys (Dec. 2), Hispanic Heritage jerseys (Feb. 25), Van Andel Institute purple jerseys (March 10), and the 2013 Calder-Cup winning blue jerseys (March 31).
Griffins tickets can be purchased through the following methods (all purchases subject to a convenience charge):
- Online through griffinshockey.com/buytickets;
- On the Griffins app, available for iPhone and Android;
- In person at The Zone at Van Andel Arena beginning Tuesday, Oct. 4 (open 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. Tuesday-Saturday).
Advance ticket prices start at $17 for upper level crease, $19 for upper level faceoff, $22 for upper level center ice, $23 for upper level preferred, $24 for upper level prime and $26 for upper level edge; and $25 for lower level faceoff, $29 for lower level center ice, $34 for lower level preferred and $50 for lower level glass. (Additional $3 per ticket on day of game.)
On game night, tickets may be purchased without a convenience charge at the Van Andel Arena box office, beginning 90 minutes before game time. Fans who attend multiple games can avoid charges and receive a discount from the single-game price by purchasing a 10- or 20-game select-season package. These plans, along with full-season, FLEX ticket vouchers and group ticket packages, may be ordered by calling the Griffins’ office at (616) 774-4585 ext. 2 or visiting griffinshockey.com.
All promotions and dates are subject to change. For more information, visit griffinshockey.com or call (800) 2-HOCKEY.
2022-23 PROMOTIONAL SCHEDULE
Fri., Oct. 14 vs. San Diego Gulls: Opening Night presented by Huntington Bank
- Magnet schedule giveaway
- $2 beers and $2 hot dogs
- Post-game open skate
Sat., Oct. 15 vs. San Diego Gulls: HOPE Network Night
- Hope Network jersey auction post-game
- Fan fest presented by HOPE Network
Sat., Nov. 12 vs. Toronto Marlies: Military Appreciation Night presented by DTE
- Water bottle giveaway
- Military themed jersey auction post-game
Wed., Nov. 16 vs. Rockford IceHogs: 21st Annual School Day Game presented by Consumers Credit Union
- Winning Wednesday
- 11 a.m. start time
Fri., Nov. 25 vs. Manitoba Moose: 22nd Annual Teddy Bear Toss Game presented by J&H Family Stores
- $2 beers and $2 hot dogs
- Teddy Bear Toss
- Post-game open skate
Sat., Nov. 26 vs. Manitoba Moose: Country Night presented by Patron
- Bandana giveaway (ages 21+)
- Whiskey Bound Band performance
- Pepsi Reading Goals Redemption Date
- Post-game player autograph session
Fri., Dec. 2 vs. Texas Stars: Seventh Annual Red Kettle Game presented by The Salvation Army
- Red Kettle jersey auction post-game
- $2 beers and $2 hot dogs
Sat., Dec. 3 vs. Texas Stars: A Griffins Christmas Story presented by Centennial Securities
- Leg lamp giveaway
- Santa Claus appearance
- Post-game player autographs
Mon., Dec. 5: 14th Annual Tip-A-Griffin at Peppino’s, benefiting the Griffins Youth Foundation
Wed., Dec. 7 vs. Iowa Wild: Winning Wednesday presented by Michigan First Credit Union
- Winning Wednesday
- Pepsi Reading Goals Redemption Date
Fri., Dec. 16 vs. Hartford Wolf Pack: Grand Rapids Hall of Fame Night presented by Fox Motors
- 2022-23 calendar giveaway
- $2 beers and $2 hot dogs
Fri., Dec. 23 vs. Cleveland Monsters
- $2 beers and $2 hot dogs
- Pepsi Reading Goals Redemption Date
Sat., Dec. 31 vs. Milwaukee Admirals: 25th Annual New Year’s Eve Celebration
- 6 p.m. start time
- Fireworks post-game
- Post-game open skate
Sat., Jan. 7 vs. Texas Stars: Hockey Without Barriers/Sensory Friendly Game presented by Comerica Bank
- Jonatan Berggren bobblehead giveaway
- Post-game player autograph session
Fri., Jan. 13 vs. Iowa Wild: Salute to Badges Night
- $2 beers and $2 hot dogs
Sat., Jan. 14 vs. Chicago Wolves: Heroes vs. Villains Night presented by Michigan First Credit Union
- Character appearances on the concourse
- Post-game open skate
Sat., Jan. 21-Sun., Jan. 22: 18th Annual Great Skate Winterfest at Rosa Parks Circle, benefiting the Griffins Youth Foundation
Wed., Feb. 8: 16th Annual Griffins & Sled Wings Sled Hockey Game at Griff’s IceHouse at Belknap Park, benefiting the Grand Rapids Sled Wings and the Griffins Youth Foundation
Sat., Feb. 11 vs. Manitoba Moose: Princess Night presented by Lake Michigan Credit Union
- Princesses on the concourse
- Pre-game tea party
- Post-game open skate
Wed., Feb. 15 vs. Rockford IceHogs: Winning Wednesday presented by Michigan First Credit Union
- Winning Wednesday
- Pepsi Reading Goals Redemption Date
Sat., Feb. 25 vs. Cleveland Monsters: Hispanic Heritage Night
- T-shirt giveaway
- Hispanic Heritage jersey auction post-game
Sat., March 4 vs. Iowa Wild: Star Wars Night presented by DTE
- Star Wars character appearances
Fri., March 10 vs. Rockford IceHogs: 11th Annual Purple Community Game presented by Van Andel Institute
- Purple jersey auction post-game
- $2 beers and $2 hot dogs
Sat., March 11 vs. Cleveland Monsters: Margaritaville Night presented by Adventure Credit Union
- Trucker hat giveaway
- Post-game player autograph session
Tue., March 14: Ninth Annual Hockey, Hops & Hope, benefiting Easterseals Michigan
Sun., March 19 vs. Milwaukee Admirals: Jake Engel Memorial Dog Game presented by Nestle Purina
- Pepsi Reading Goals Redemption Date
Wed., March 29 vs. Chicago Wolves: Winning Wednesday presented by Michigan First Credit Union
- Winning Wednesday
- Pepsi Reading Goals Redemption Date
Fri., March 31 vs. Milwaukee Admirals: 2013 Cup Celebration Game presented by UM Health-West
- Bob Kaser and Larry Figurski bobblehead giveaway
- 2013 blue jersey auction post-game
- $2 beers and $2 hot dogs
Fri., April 14 vs. Rockford IceHogs: Fan Appreciation Night presented by Huntington Bank
- $2 beers and $2 hot dogs
SEASON-LONG PROMOTIONS
$2 Beers and $2 Hot Dogs: Every Friday, enjoy $2 domestic drafts and $2 hot dogs from 6-8 p.m., while supplies last.
Military Nights: Every home game, current members of our military can purchase up to four Upper Level Faceoff or Crease tickets for $16 each, four Upper Level Center Ice tickets for $19 each or four Lower Level Faceoff tickets for $23 each with a valid military ID. The offer also extends to veterans who present a VA ID or discharge papers.
College Discount: College students can buy online using their school .edu email address or show their ID at every Friday game to purchase an Upper Level Faceoff or Crease ticket for $16, an Upper Level Center Ice ticket for $19, or a Lower Level Faceoff ticket for $23. Limit one ticket per ID if purchasing in-person. Visit griffinshockey.com/college to purchase College Night tickets and sign up for text alerts.
Free Ride Friday on The Rapid: Ride the Rapid to and from any Friday game and enjoy a complimentary fare by showing your ticket to that night’s game. Visit ridetherapid.org for schedule information, routes and maps.
Winning Wednesdays: Presented by Michigan First Credit Union, every time the Griffins win at home on Wednesday, each fan in attendance will receive a free ticket to the next Wednesday game. To redeem a Winning Wednesday ticket, please visit the box office following the Winning Wednesday game, The Zone during normal business hours, or the Van Andel Arena box office prior to the next Wednesday game beginning at 5:30 p.m. Fans who exchange their Winning Wednesday ticket at The Zone on a non-game day will receive 20% off the purchase of one item (excluding jerseys). One discount per person present.
Library Nights: For all Wednesday and Sunday games, fans can present their Grand Rapids Public Library card or Kent District Library card at the Van Andel Arena box office on the night of the game or at The Zone anytime during the store’s regular business hours to purchase an Upper Level Faceoff or Crease ticket for $16 (regularly $22), an Upper Level Center Ice ticket for $19 (regularly $25), or a Lower Level Faceoff ticket for $23 (regularly $28). Limit four tickets per card per person, subject to availability.
Buddy’s Pizza Friends and Family 4-Packs: Presented by Buddy’s Pizza, these packs are available for all Saturday games during the 2022-23 season and include four or more game tickets, $20 or more in concession cash, and a coupon for one free cheese pizza per 4-pack at participating Buddy’s Pizza locations. Visit griffinshockey.com/f4p or call (616) 774-4585 ext. 2.
Sunday is Fun Day: For the one Sunday home game on March 19, enjoy $1 small Pepsi drinks and $1 small ice cream cups from 4-6 p.m.
Pepsi Reading Goals: Children with Griff’s Reading Goals bookmarks who have completed the required three hours of reading can redeem their bookmark for two free Upper Level tickets to any of the following games: Bookmark #1 – Nov. 26, Dec. 7 & 23; Bookmark #2 – Feb. 15, March 19 & 29.
MOS Corner Office: Presented by Michigan Office Solutions, this section, located on the terrace level above section 118, provides the best seats in the house for groups of up to 30 people, with a La-Z-Boy chairs and an array of unprecedented amenities. Call (616) 744-4585 ext. 4.
Post-Game Open Skates: Bring your skates to the rink and take to the ice for a post-game open skate on Oct. 14, Nov. 25, Dec. 31, Jan. 14 and Feb. 11. As a reminder, Van Andel Arena has a no-bag policy, but security will allow fans to use bags to bring in their skates.
