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Family Guide to Pistons Basketball

Get ready for DEEEETROIT Basketball! The Detroit Pistons are making a run for the play-offs and you can cheer them on at Little Caesars Arena. Here’s everything you need to know for a fun family night downtown.
The Detroit Pistons are back in DETROIT! Make it a family night and bring your kids to a game. The Sprite Family 4-Pack deals start at $99 for 4 tickets and $48 for food and beverages at concession stands.
There are 41 home games between October and April and most games start at 7pm. Make the most of your night out and get tickets to a promotional game!
- Sunday, December 1: Take Her To Court Dad/Daughter Basketball Clinic & Pistons v. Spurs
- Saturday, January 11: Kids Day & Pistons v. Bulls
- Sunday, February 2: Hooper’s Birthday & Pistons v. Nuggets
- Wednesday, February 8: Family Night with Detroit Youth Choir & Pistons v. Knicks
- Saturday, March 7: Girls Summit and Basketball Clinic & Pistons v. Jazz
- Friday, April 3: Autism Awareness Night & Pistons v. Heat
Kids Club & Camps
The Jr. Pistons Kid Club is FREE and provides exclusive insider access to players and exclusive offers to events. The Pistons Academy offers clinics and camps throughout the year at locations across southeast Michigan.
Helpful Tips
- Children who are under 2 years old and who share a seat with an adult are free.
- Strollers are NOT permitted in the arena.
- Diaper bags must be under 14″x14″x6″ and all bags are inspected.
- A Mothers Room is located on the street level concourse by PORTAL 20 and includes a sink, microwave, refrigerator and private area with outlets. There is also a family restroom inside. Breast pumps are allowed inside the arena.
- There are multiple family restrooms located throughout the arena.
- Sensory bags with noise canceling headphones, fidget tools and verbal cue cards are available at all games. A quiet area is also available at the Budweiser Biergarten (located between PORTALS 16-18) and the Mothers Room (located near PORTAL 20).
- Download the District Detroit App for mobile tickets and parking passes, express food pick-up and arena guides.
Parking
There are 32 parking facilities within The District Detroit, all within a 10-minute walk to Little Caesars Arena. You can reserve a parking spot before the game for easy access and to reserve a spot. Parking rates start at $11 for an evening. Most parking facilities open a minimum of three hours before the scheduled event and are open two hours after the conclusion of the event.
Free 20 minute parking for the XFINITY Box Office is available at the Temple West Garage located at 123 Temple Street when you need to purchase tickets or redeem a voucher. Guests are instructed to pull a ticket to enter the garage and park in assigned or any available parking space. Upon exit, insert the parking ticket and the gate arm will automatically raise. Please do note, once the 20 minute grace period has been exceeded, normal rates will apply. Parking will only be valid during XFINITY Box Office hours, excluding event times.
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About Carrie Budzinski
Carrie Budzinski is the Vice President of LittleGuide Detroit. She grew up in Livonia and Detroit and continues to live life in both cities. Carrie loves exploring the city and finding hidden gems in the suburbs..
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