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Griffins to Host Jake Engel Memorial Dog Game

Sunday, March 19, 2023 vs. Milwaukee Admirals
Jake Engel Memorial Dog Game presented by Nestle Purina

Time: 5 p.m. at Van Andel Arena (doors open at 4 p.m. for the general public, 3:45 p.m. for season-ticket holders).

Jake Engel Memorial Dog Game presented by Nestle Purina: Bring your dog to Van Andel Arena for a night of fun with the Griffins. Those bringing dogs must purchase tickets within the designated dog sections (110, 112, 114, 116, 118, and 120). Dog tickets are priced at $5, with all proceeds benefiting the BISSELL Pet Foundation, an organization that assists in animal welfare organizations through pet adoption, spay/neuter, microchipping and disaster and crisis response. Upon entering through the main lobby, dog owners must sign and submit a waiver form and only one dog per fan is permitted. Outdoor relief stations will be located on the southeast and southwest corners of the arena. Click here to buy your tickets and to learn more about the game.

Dog Week Drive: The Griffins have partnered with the Humane Society of West Michigan to help support its Dog Week donation drive. Patrons can drop off new and unopened pet supplies to the Humane Society of West Michigan table in the Grand Gallery at DeVos Place from March 13-15 or at the Humane Society of West Michigan table on the concourse of Van Andel Arena on Sunday, March 19. Those who donate can enter to win two tickets to see Kenny Chesney live at Van Andel Arena on May 6 or a family 4-pack of tickets to a Griffins game. One entry per person per day with a total of four winners to be selected at random. Winners will be picked on Monday, March 20 at 8 a.m. and will be notified via email. The Griffins are also offering special-ticket prices to the Jake Engel Memorial Dog Game for Winery Dog & Paw Patrol ticket holders. Click here to view the special offer.

Pepsi Reading Goals: Children with Griff’s Reading Goals bookmarks who have completed the required three hours of reading can redeem their bookmark for two free Upper Level tickets to this game.

Library Nights: For all Wednesday and Sunday games, fans can present their Grand Rapids Public Library card or Kent District Library card at the Van Andel Arena box office on the night of the game or at The Zone anytime during the store’s regular business hours to purchase an Upper Level Faceoff or Crease ticket for $16 (regularly $22), an Upper Level Center Ice ticket for $19 (regularly $25), or a Lower Level Faceoff ticket for $23 (regularly $28). Limit four tickets per card per person, subject to availability.

Sunday is Fun Day: Enjoy $1 small Pepsi drinks and $1 small ice cream cups from 4-6 p.m.

Ticket Information
Tickets for all 2022-23 Grand Rapids Griffins home games may be purchased:

In person at The Zone on the west side of Van Andel Arena;
By phone through the Griffins at (616) 774-4585 or 1 (800) 2HOCKEY
Online through griffinshockey.com/buytickets;
For season ticket packages please visit griffinshockey.com/seasontickets;
On the Griffins app, available for iPhone and Android;
For group information please visit griffinshockey.com/group.
Season-Long Offers
$2 Beers and $2 Hot Dogs: Every Friday, enjoy $2 domestic drafts and $2 hot dogs from 6-8 p.m., at select stands while supplies last. The $2 promotions will be served at stand one in the lobby, the stand next to section A on the concourse, and at the Hops & Vines stand located next to section 120.
Military Nights: Every home game, current members of our military can purchase up to four Upper Level Faceoff or Crease tickets for $16 each, four Upper Level Center Ice tickets for $19 each, or four Lower Level Faceoff tickets for $23 each with a valid military ID. The offer also extends to veterans who present a VA ID or discharge papers.
Free Ride Friday on The Rapid: Ride the Rapid to and from any Friday game and enjoy a complimentary fare by showing your ticket to that night's game. Visit ridetherapid.org for schedule information, routes and maps.
Winning Wednesdays: Presented by Michigan First Credit Union, every time the Griffins win at home on Wednesday, each fan in attendance will receive a free ticket to the next Wednesday game. To redeem a Winning Wednesday ticket, please visit the box office following the Winning Wednesday game, The Zone, during normal business hours, or the Van Andel Arena box office prior to the next Wednesday game beginning at 5:30 p.m. Fans who exchange their Winning Wednesday ticket at The Zone on a non-game day will receive 20% off the purchase of one item (excluding jerseys). One discount per person present.
Library Nights: For all Wednesday and Sunday games, fans can present their Grand Rapids Public Library card or Kent District Library card at the Van Andel Arena box office on the night of the game or at The Zone anytime during the store's regular business hours to purchase an Upper Level Faceoff or Crease ticket for $16 (regularly $22), an Upper Level Center Ice Ticket for $19 (regularly $25), or a Lower Level Faceoff ticket for $23 (regularly $28). Limit four tickets per card per person, subject to availability.
Buddy's Pizza Friends & Family 4-Packs: Presented by Buddy's Pizza, these packs are available for all Saturday games during the 2022-23 season and include four or more game tickets, $20 or more in concession cash, and a coupon for one free cheese pizza per 4-pack at participating Buddy's Pizza locations. Visit griffinshockey.com/f4p or call (616) 774-4585 ext. 2.
Pepsi Reading Goals: Children with Griff's Reading Goals bookmarks who have completed the required three hours of reading can redeem their bookmark for two free Upper Level tickets to the March 29 game against the Chicago Wolves.
MOS Corner Office: Presented by Michigan Office Solutions, this section, located on the terrace level above section 118, provides the best seats in the house for groups of up to 30 people, with La-Z-Boy chairs and an array of unprecedented amenities. Call (616) 774-4585 ext. 4.
College Discount: College students can buy tickets online using their school .edu email address or show their ID at every Friday game to purchase an Upper Level Faceoff ticket for $23. Limit one ticket per ID if purchasing in-person. Visit griffinshockey.com/college to purchase College Night tickets and sign up for text alerts.

Photo by Nicolas Carrillo/Griffins

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