New York City has its ball, ABC has Dick Clark and Pasadena has the Rose Bowl. As far as enduring New Year's traditions in Grand Rapids are concerned, though, nothing can match the Griffins' 10th annual New Year's Eve Extravaganza, which will kick off the second half of our Rockin' the Rink Entertainment Series.

Sunday, Dec. 31 will mark the 10th time since 1996 that the Griffins and their fans celebrate the end of a calendar year at Van Andel Arena. It’s a great West Michigan tradition, and a fantastic atmosphere for families and friends to welcome the arrival of Baby New Year, complete with the best entertainment in town. The game against Rochester starts at 7 p.m.



The New Year’s Eve Extravaganza presented by Centennial Securities

Post-game fireworks show: West Michigan's largest indoor fireworks display Griffins players will wear tuxedo-style jerseys that will be auctioned to fans after the game, with proceeds benefiting Bauer Elementary School in Hudsonville Favorite local band Domestic Problems will perform during the first intermission Post-game skate

Order your individual tickets today by visiting the StarTicketsPlus web site, or call the Griffins' group sales office at (616) 774-4585.

Also, here's your chance to enjoy the NYE game from the comfort of La-Z-Boy chairs in The Talsma Terrace, located on the southwest terrace of the lower bowl above section 118. For this game only, purchase a seat in the Talsma Terrace for $50 and receive a $10 arena food voucher. Call (616) 774-4585 ext. 3024/3020.

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2007 Rockin' the Rink Dates

Jan. 13: NASCAR Nation

Special appearance by 2006 “Chase for the Cup” contender Denny Hamlin

Jan. 27: Idol Rocks presented by Lighthouse Insurance Group

Special appearance with American Idol star Ace Young

Feb. 3: Red Wings Rock

Special appearance by a current or recent Red Wings player

Feb. 17: Back in Black

The first 1,500 kids 12 and younger receive a Griffins youth jersey presented by Comerica. Griffins players will be wear special “Back in Black” jerseys to be signed and auctioned for charity after the game.

Feb. 24: Way Out/House Party

Stock Building Supply and Andersen Windows present a special appearance by Roger Hazard from A&E’s “Sell This House”. The Veggie Tales will also be in the house!

March 16: St. Patty’s Poker Party presented by W.S. Reed Company

WYCE St. Hat Trick Party, complete with strolling bag pipers on the concourse and performances by Irish-style Celtic Bands during intermissions.

March 17: Nashville Rocks

Special appearance and performances by rising country music star Danielle Peck.

April 14: The Grand Finale presented by Western Michigan Chrysler Jeep Dealers

To order tickets to these or any other Griffins games online, click here.