DETROIT (WXYZ) — The Detroit Red Wings are celebrating their centennial all season long, but a four-day fanfest will bring together many of the team's former players.
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Taking place from Nov. 6-9, the Hockeytown Centennial FanFest will be at MotorCity Casino Hotel.
The weekend will include a pop-up museum, photo opportunities, interactive experiences, autograph sessions, family-friend activities, Q&A sessions and much more.
Former players who are attending include:
- Sergei Fedorov
- Steve Yzeran
- Henrik Zetterberg
- Vladimir Konstantinov
- Tomas Holmstrom
- Chris Chelios
- Brendan Shanahan
- Niklas Kronwall
- Igor Larionov
- Nicklas Lidstrom
- Jiri Fischer
- Joe Kocur
- Justin Abdelkader
- Darren McCarty
- Larry Murphy
- Chris Osgood
- Mickey Redmond
- Dino Ciccarelli
- Dan Cleary
- Mathieu Dandenault
- Danny DeKeyser
- Dallas Drake
- Kris Draper
- Jonathan Ericsson
- Barry Smith
- Aaron Ward
- and Many More
The Hockeytown Centennial Fanfest Hours are:
Thursday, Nov. 6 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Friday, Nov. 7 from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m.
- Fans can enjoy a Watch Party, powered by DTE, at MotorCity Casino Hotel’s Sound Board from 6:30 – 10 p.m. for that night’s game against the New York Rangers. All fans with Hockeytown Centennial FanFest tickets for Friday can join the party, with seating available on a first-served basis. A live Q&A will take place with Red Wings personalities on stage before the game and during intermissions.
Saturday, Nov. 8 from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Sunday, Nov. 9 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
- Fans can enjoy a Watch Party, powered by DTE, at MotorCity Casino Hotel’s Sound Board from 12:30 – 4 p.m. for that night’s game against the Chicago Blackhawks. All fans with Hockeytown Centennial FanFest tickets for Sunday can join the party, with seating available on a first-served basis. A live Q&A will take place with Red Wings personalities on stage before the game and during intermissions.
Single-day general admission tickets are available for $35 each. There is alos a four-day pass ,and upgraded and VIP passes.
Other activities include:
100 Years of Hockeytown Exhibit, presented by Meijer
- Step into the story of a century of Red Wings hockey with a custom-built pop-up museum that brings nearly 100 years of history to life. Fans will explore authentic artifacts, rare archival materials and interpretive displays that trace the evolution of the team from its origin through present day.
A Tribute to Champions: Stanley Cup Replica Trophy Display
- Fans can capture an unforgettable moment with a larger-than-life Stanley Cup replica celebrating the franchise’s 11 championships. As a bold centerpiece of Hockeytown FanFest, this striking display offers a tangible connection to the storied legacy of Red Wings hockey and the chance to take a photo to remember forever.
Step into the Moment
- Experience Red Wings history like never before with an immersive projection experience that transports fans directly into the team’s most iconic plays and unforgettable scenes.
Sound Board Programming
- MotorCity Casino Hotel’s Sound Board will transform into a dynamic hub of storytelling and connection, giving fans an incredible deep dive into Red Wings history. Fans can enjoy live watch parties on the big screen when the Red Wings host the Rangers (Friday) and Blackhawks (Sunday), creating a shared atmosphere that mirrors the excitement of Little Caesars Arena.
- Interactive Q&A sessions will bring Red Wings alumni, historians and broadcasters to the stage, where fans will hear directly from those who have shaped the team’s identity.
- The space also features behind-the-scenes storytelling, with documentaries, archival footage and panel discussions that highlight the early days and defining dynasties.
Additional Activities
- Penalty Box Hot Take, presented by Meijer
- Be the Broadcaster Booth, presented by FanDuel Sports Network
- Hockey Skills Challenges, presented by DTE
- Kids Zone, presented by Meijer
- Championship Parade AI Photobooth, presented by Chevrolet
- Hockey Skills Challenge, presented by Body Armor
- CAT Fan Experience
- Face Painting
