Single-Game Tickets on Sale Saturday at 10 a.m.

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. – The Grand Rapids Griffins will usher in their second decade of hockey at Van Andel Arena this October with the debut of the team’s “Rockin’ the Rink” Entertainment Series.

During 14 nights over the course of the 2006-07 season presented by Comcast, “Rockin’ the Rink” will highlight various musical genres and celebrate those who rock, with live music, celebrity guest appearances and giveaways. The fun begins with the home opener versus Omaha on Saturday, Oct. 14, as the Griffins look to extend their opening-night sellout streak to an unprecedented 11 years. All fans will receive a concert-style “Rockin’ the Rink” T-shirt with the series schedule printed on the back. Details on all series dates can be found below.

Single-game tickets for these 14 contests, as well as each of the Griffins’ 40 regular season home games at Van Andel Arena, will go on sale to the general public on Saturday, Sept. 23 at 10 a.m. Ticket prices remain unchanged from last season: $13 and $15 in the arena’s upper bowl, and $17, $20 and $25 in the lower bowl. A limited number of upper bowl tickets also go on sale for just $5 two weeks prior to each game.

Griffins tickets can be purchased in advance of game night through the following methods (all purchases subject to a convenience charge):
• In person at The Zone at Van Andel Arena;
• In person at Star Tickets Plus outlets, including all Meijer stores;
• By phone through Star Tickets Plus at 1-800-585-3737;
• Via the web by clicking here.

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 five-, 10- or 20-game mini plan. These plans, along with full season and group ticket packages, may be ordered through the Griffins’ office at (800) 2-HOCKEY.

The Rockin’ the Rink Entertainment Series will be highlighted by celebrity appearances by former Heisman Trophy winner and Detroit Lions running back Billy Sims (Nov. 4), Nickelodeon’s Drake Bell from “The Drake and Josh Show” (Dec. 2), NASCAR “Chase for the Cup” contender Denny Hamlin (Jan. 13), “American Idol” Ace Young (Jan. 27), Roger Hazzard from A&E’s “Sell this House” (Feb. 24), and a rising country music star (March 17), as well as a celebration of the Griffins’ affiliation with the Detroit Red Wings (Feb. 3). The Griffins will retire their first jersey number during the Travis Richards Tribute (Nov. 24), and the New Year’s Eve Extravaganza returns with West Michigan’s largest indoor fireworks display.

In addition to the Rockin’ the Rink Entertainment Series, other key promotions include a pair of P.O.D.S. magnetic schedule giveaways (Oct. 20 and 21) and the annual Matinee Game presented by Lake Michigan Credit Union (Nov. 14).

Several popular recurring promotions will also be featured throughout the Griffins’ schedule, including 12 post-game skates and 13 post-game autograph sessions with Griffins players. All Friday games will feature both the Wendy’s Family Four Pack and the new Student Night, enabling students to purchase a lower bowl ticket for just $10. In conjunction with Rockin’ the Rink, Bud Light Friday nights will provide live music for fans on the concourse prior to the start of six selected Friday games. Finally, a new premium seating area called the Talsma Terrace will be introduced, providing fans with La-Z-Boy chairs and a host of amenities to enjoy while they watch the Griffins.

All promotions and dates are subject to changes. For more information, visit griffinshockey.com or call (800) 2-HOCKEY.


Oct. 14: Opening Night presented by Comcast
• Local Musicpalooza, featuring five local bands performing around the arena during pre-game, intermissions and post-game
• The Griffins will raise a banner commemorating their 2005-06 AHL regular season championship
• All fans receive a concert-style “tour” T-shirt with the 14 Rockin’ nights schedule printed on the back

Nov. 4: Football Fest with Billy Sims presented by MC Sports
• Special appearance by former Heisman Trophy winner and Detroit Lions running back Billy Sims
• Performance by Christian Rock band downhere

Nov. 24: Travis Richards Tribute presented by Grand-Craft
• The Griffins will retire the no. 24 jersey of “Mr. Griffin,” long-time defenseman Travis Richards
• The annual Teddy Bear Toss

Dec. 1: Calvin/Hope Hockey Showdown
• 6:30 p.m. Griffins start, followed by a college hockey showdown between rivals Hope and Calvin
• Christian Rock concert between games

Dec. 2: Rockin’ Scout Night
• Special appearance by Drake Bell of Nickelodeon’s “The Drake and Josh Show”
• Annual scout night, with a post-game skate for all scouts

Dec. 31: New Year’s Eve Extravaganza presented by Centennial Securities
• Post-game firework show: West Michigan’s largest indoor firework display
• Griffins players will wear tuxedo-style jerseys that will be auctioned for charity

Jan. 13: NASCAR Nation
• Special appearance by current “Chase for the Cup” contender Denny Hamlin

Jan. 27: Idol Rocks presented by Lighthouse Insurance Group
• Special appearance from American Idol star Ace Young, with performances at both intermissions

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 wearing special “Back in Black” jerseys to be signed and auctioned off 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”
• Contemporary Christian band hosted by WAY-FM
• Appearance by the Veggie Tales

March 16: St. Patty’s Poker Party presented by W.S. Reed Company
• WYCE St. Hat Trick Party
• Strolling bag pipers perform on the concourse
• Irish style Celtic Bands will play during intermissions
• Full House Poker events

March 17: Nashville Rocks
• Special appearance and performances by a rising country music star

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


Bud Light Friday Nights: Enjoy live music on the concourse for one hour prior to the start of the games on Nov. 17, Dec. 15, Jan. 12, Feb. 16, March 16 and April 6.

Wendy’s Family Four Packs: For all Friday games, get 4 tickets and 4 Wendy’s Single combos for just $44.

Student Night: Every Friday, students can visit the arena box office to purchase a lower bowl ticket for $10 (student ID required).

The Talsma Terrace: Located on the terrace level above section 118, this new section provides fans the best seat in the house, with La-Z-Boy chairs and an array of unprecedented amenities.

Griffins Post-Game Skates: Oct. 14 and 28; Nov. 4 and 24; Dec. 31; Jan. 13 and 27; Feb. 3, 24 and 25; March 17; April 14.

Griffins Post-Game Autograph Sessions: Oct. 14 and 28; Nov. 4 and 10; Dec. 1 and 30; Jan. 13; Feb. 3, 16, 24 and 25; March 16 and 31.