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Joe Louis Arena
Home of the 11-time Stanley Cup® Champion Detroit Red Wings, Joe Louis Arena proudly stands along the banks of the Detroit River. The 20,027-seat arena opened its doors in December 1979 and regularly hosts exciting attractions including professional sports, college hockey, concerts, ice shows, circuses and much more.
The Joe has hosted the annual Great Lakes Invitational College Hockey Tournament, the former CCHA Championship, the NBA and WNBA Playoffs, Arena Football League games, WWE wrestling events and dozens of incredible concerts and shows.
World-class performers like Garth Brooks, Lady Gaga, Madonna, Bob Seger, Justin Timberlake and more have graced the Joe Louis Arena stage, and as the home of the Detroit Red Wings, The Joe boasts over 185 consecutive sellouts and has seen the Wings win four Stanley Cup Championships in its tenure.
“Joe Louis Arena is an outstanding venue, and the unique access to the Detroit Red Wings truly makes it a one-of-a-kind experience!” - Kim Kelly • Executive Director I Ronald McDonald House of Ann Arbor
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Joe Louis Arena is a memorable, iconic location for your next corporate event, fundraiser, private skating party or special event. The Joe offers a variety of options to host events year-round, and we strive to make your event an unforgettable experience.
ARENA FLOOR Square Feet: 15,000 Capacity: 1,500 Strolling, 800 Seated
Cover the arena floor with a custom flooring surface, and provide a one-of-a-kind atmosphere for your gala, graduation ceremony, corporate meeting, product launch and more. Events are custom-designed to your specifications and will accommodate your creative vision coupled with convenient loading space.
COMERICA BANK LEGENDS CLUB Square Feet: 5,500Capacity: 200 Strolling, 120 Seated
Located on the Rehmann Suite Level, the Comerica Bank Legends Club offers event space in a plush atmosphere, great for entertaining with a panoramic view of the arena floor. The Comerica Bank Legends Club is a great site for luncheon events and can be paired with Red Wings practice viewing.
INTERNATIONAL BANCARD OLYMPIA CLUBSquare Feet: 10,566Capacity: 450 Strolling, 350 Seated
An atmosphere celebrating memorable Red Wings moments, the International Bancard Olympia Club provides an excellent setting for special events. The relaxed setting suits holiday parties and social events, while the center section holds up to 200 for a corporate meeting.
MANHATTAN ROOMSquare Feet: 2,055Capacity: 100 Strolling, 80 Seated
Enjoy a more intimate atmosphere in the privacy of the Manhattan Room, located within the International Bancard Olympia Club. The Manhattan Room offers an excellent location for private dinners, meetings or gatherings.
CONCOURSE Square Feet: 10,000
The Joe Louis Arena concourse is a perfect location for tradeshows, vendor exhibits and more.
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Fox TheatreDetroit’s crown jewel, the Fox Theatre, was built in 1928 and was purchased by theIlitch Family in 1987. Upon their purchase, the Ilitches renovated the 4,800-plus-seat venue which re-opened in 1988 as the hub of the Foxtown Entertainment District. The Fox, which also houses the offices of Olympia Entertainment and Little Caesars Pizza, holds its ground as one of the top-grossing theatres of its size in the country.
The Fox has played host to some of the greatest names in entertainment, including Prince, Bob Dylan, Mariah Carey, Nicki Minaj, Florence + The Machine and more. Designated a National Landmark in 1989, the Fox is the second-largest surviving theatre in the nation (over 4,800 seats) and has the second-largest functioning Wurlitzer organ.
The Fox has also hosted prestigious events like the 2006 Super Bowl XL Kick-Off Dinner & NFL Sponsor Reception and the 2004 Ryder Cup Gala Dinner.
“The Fox is a premier venue for our annual charity preview gala. Our guests enjoy the elegant setting and prestigious history this venue provides.” - Linda M. Bahr, CMP • Market Event Manager - Greater Michigan PrincewaterhouseCoopers LLP
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GRAND LOBBYSquare Feet: 3,200 Capacity: 300 strolling, 220 seated
GRAND LOBBY & FOYER Square Feet: 5,520 Capacity: 450 strolling, 320 seated
GRAND LOBBY, FOYER & LOGESquare Feet: 9,700 Capacity: 700 strolling, 400 seated
GRAND LOBBY, FOYER, LOGE & MEZZANINESquare Feet: 14,100 Capacity: 1,000 strolling, 700 seated
THEATRE AUDITORIUM Capacity: 4,800 theatre-style seats (Option to install decking over auditorium seating for seated rounds)
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Splendid in every detail, the Fox Theatre sets the stage for spectacular special events. From the ornate Grand Lobby and Foyer that accommodate extraordinary sit-down dinners and cocktail receptions, to the plush Mezzanine Level that hosts pre and post-event receptions with fabulous views, the Fox is the perfect location for a convention, business meeting, awards ceremony or client appreciation celebration.
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City TheatreOne of Detroit’s small theatre gems, the intimate City Theatre is located in the heart of the Foxtown Entertainment District, inside Hockeytown Cafe, next to the fabulous Fox Theatre. This 430-seat theatre opened in 2004 and has the unique atmosphere of an off-Broadway house, right in the heart of the Motor City, hosting concerts, plays, comedy shows and more.
As a smaller venue, the City Theatre typically hosts more personal acts, but the intimate theatre has also booked top-notch performers like Gary Hoey, Mike Posner, Janeane Garofalo and more. The City Theatre is also the host of favorite annual shows like Ernie, Evil Dead: The Musical and Spank: The Fifty Shades Parody.
Capacity: 400 theatre-style seats
The City Theatre is ideal for a corporate meeting or presentation, film screening or any event requiring ample theatre-style seating.
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Hockeytown CafeHockeytown Café is a tribute to one of the most accomplished teams in the NHL, offering great food and a fun atmosphere in the Foxtown Entertainment District. Photos and memorabilia of the Detroit Red Wings and Detroit Tigers, plus a variety of private entertainment spaces, make Hockeytown Café the perfect place for fans and group gatherings throughout the year.
Hockeytown Café is the perfect place to host a private party or gather for a pre or post-game meal, and was voted the No. 1 sports bar in Detroit for three consecutive years by Detroit.CityVoter.com. It was also voted Best Rooftop Bar in Metro Detroit by MetroTimes.com.
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SECOND FLOOR MEZZANINESquare Feet: 929Capacity: 120 Strolling, 75 Seated
Ideal for cocktail hour and networking events, the Second Floor Mezzanine features an open floor plan with views of Woodward Avenue.
CELEBRATION ROOMSquare Feet: 2,524Capacity: 180 Strolling, 150 Seated
Located on the second floor, our Celebration Room is decorated in everything Red Wings and has a private bar which is perfect for meetings, presentations, hockey parties and much more.
THE ROOFTOP (INDOOR & OUTDOOR SPACE)Square Feet: 3,220 Outside, 3,554 InsideCapacity: 450 Strolling, 200 Seated
Located on the third floor, the Rooftop has a centrally-located private bar and features enclosed doors that allow access to the deck which overlooks Woodward Avenue and Comerica Park.
OUTDOOR PATIOSquare Feet: 11,865Capacity: 700 Strolling, 500 Seated
Located off the first floor, the Outdoor Patio is a perfect setting for larger groups, live entertainment and pre and post-game gatherings.
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Catering InformationJOE LOUIS ARENA & FOX THEATRE
• Olympia Entertainment & Detroit Red Wings
Executive Chefs Mike Prainito and John Borso
create custom, seasonal menus for each event
to accommodate your requests and budget.
• A variety of customizable beverage service
options are also available to service your event.
• Please contact us to discuss your unique
catering needs, and we will craft a food and
beverage plan specific to your event.
HOCKEYTOWN CAFÉ & CITY THEATRE
• Hockeytown Café and City Theatre offer a
diverse catering menu to complement your
event. The Hockeytown Café and City Theatre
catering menu is available upon request.
Our exceptional hospitality teams look forward
to serving you.
Audiovisual Info & GuidelinesIN-HOUSE PRODUCTION ELEMENTS
• Venue technical riders are available upon request.
STAGEHAND INFORMATION
• Joe Louis Arena & the Fox Theatre are proud to employ stagehands from the union labor organization, IATSE Local 38.
IT INFORMATION
• Wi-Fi access is an available option at all Olympia Entertainment venues.
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Venue Experience Add-OnsYou have the opportunity to add several unique items and experiences to customize your private event package at Joe Louis Arena and the Fox Theatre.
JOE LOUIS ARENA• Behind-the-scenes tours of Joe Louis Arena• Unique photo opportunities in front of Nick Lidstrom’s retired jersey banner, Al Sobotka’s Zamboni and more• Red Wings alumni appearances• Company or group branding and personalized welcome message on the Joe Louis Arena video board• Skate rental and on-ice music for skating events
FOX THEATRE• Behind-the-scenes tours of the historic theatre, including exclusive access to the backstage area and the infamous signature wall• Company or group branding and personalized welcome message on the iconic Fox Theatre marquee• And more
ParkingA variety of parking options are available via Olympia Development to suit your event needs. Olympia Development operates several lots surrounding Comerica Park and the Fox Theatre.
Olympia Development also manages two parking locations for Joe Louis Arena: the Riverfront Executive Lot, located next to the People Mover on Yzerman Drive, and the Joe Louis Arena Parking Garage, located on W. Jefferson Ave.
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Contact UsFor additional information about hosting your private event at an Olympia Entertainment venue, please contact your Private Event Sales Account Executive or contact the Private Event Sales Department at 313.471.3333 or [email protected].
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Kathryn KowalskiDirector of Private Event [email protected]
Sara TurnbullPrivate Event Sales Account [email protected]
