Penky26 2 Report post Posted August 29, 2008 Saw this in an email from ticketmaster and wanted to know if anyone knows anything about this http://www.ticketmaster.com/event/08004114...link=edp_onsale Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JayUp88 1 Report post Posted August 29, 2008 No but I know that the day before they have a season ticket holders "puck drop" party. I can't wait for that! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SpiritFan 37 Report post Posted August 29, 2008 I wish they would announce something about this - I will have to make plans a few days ahead of time to attend!!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
pinkprincess027 0 Report post Posted August 29, 2008 I am not sure what it is. I was looking at preseason tickets last night and saw it on ticketmaster. I did a search on the internet and didn't really find very much. I found that they have had one or two before one in 1994-1995 and possibly another one. In 94-95, the Wings welcomed fans back from the lockout with an open training camp--here in Detroit, so those of us who can’t afford to go to Traverse City could attend it--as well as a “fan fest” where anybody who attended could get their pictures taken on the Zamboni, see the NHL’s trophies, play bubble hockey with the players, and get autographs--I still have my Scotty Bowman, Dwight Foster, Ben Hankinson, Darren McCarty, Ray Lane, and Keith Primeau sigs, and I’m proud of that Hankinson autograph-- and there were open practices. http://www.kuklaskorner.com/index.php/hock...nt_organization But I have made plans to drive the three and a half hours to Detroit next weekend and go to Hockeytown Authentics, Cheli's Chili or Hockeytown Cafe, go to the fan fest, and if it's not great go shopping at the malls in the area or something. I figured it's Five dollars to get in so I would pay and see what it is. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
96warrior 11 Report post Posted August 29, 2008 http://redwings.nhl.com/team/app/?service=...rticleid=380878 Wings welcome back fans for 2 days of fun Private season-ticket holder party followed by public Fanfest John Hahn Aug 29, 2008, 3:44 PM EDT DETROIT -- The Red Wings will welcome back their fans the weekend of September 6-7 with two fun-filled days that celebrate the Wings’ 2008 Stanley Cup championship and drop the puck on Detroit’s defense of the Cup in 2008-09. The party begins with a private “Puck Drop Party” on Sept. 6 exclusively for Red Wings' season-ticket holders. The Stanley Cup will be on display along with a brand new Hockey Hall of Fame memorabilia exhibit. Season-ticket holders can meet Red Wings alumni, play interactive hockey games, become a Red Wings TV announcer by calling the final moments of Game 6 against the Pittsburgh Penguins, and listen to players and coaches recap the 2008 championship run. On Sunday, Sept. 7, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., all fans are welcome to attend the Red Wings FanFest at Joe Louis Arena. Fans can ask questions of Red Wings Vice President Steve Yzerman, Wings players and alumni, take the mic as the Red Wings play-by-play announcer, play inflatable and interactive hockey games and take a behind-the-scenes tour of Joe Louis Arena. In addition to many more exciting activities for kids and adults, fans can win several great prizes including Red Wings autographed jerseys and merchandise. Tickets for Sunday’s FanFest are only $5 and available at the Joe Louis Arena box office, all TicketMaster locations, including Hockeytown Café, Hockeytown Authentics in Troy, or charge by phone at 248-645-6666. Fans also can purchase tickets by logging on to DetroitRedWings.com. For more information, call the Red Wings at 313-396-7575. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
maltbymaniac 13 Report post Posted August 29, 2008 sweet 5 dollars is in my price range. im there Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
HockeyCrazy3033 168 Report post Posted August 29, 2008 OMG they use to do these awhile back. This is freaking GREAT. I will so be there! WOOOOOOO! KJKLSJDGKJS!!!!!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Penky26 2 Report post Posted August 29, 2008 u think youll be able to get autographs at the Sunday one? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
zata40 3 Report post Posted August 30, 2008 Of course something like this happens the week I'm going to Florida Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Tane 17 Report post Posted August 30, 2008 In 94-95, the Wings welcomed fans back from the lockout with an open training camp--here in Detroit, so those of us who can’t afford to go to Traverse City could attend it--as well as a “fan fest” where anybody who attended could get their pictures taken on the Zamboni, see the NHL’s trophies, play bubble hockey with the players, and get autographs--I still have my Scotty Bowman, Dwight Foster, Ben Hankinson, Darren McCarty, Ray Lane, and Keith Primeau sigs, and I’m proud of that Hankinson autograph-- and there were open practices. HAHHA, Yeah, I got My Dwight Foster Autograpgh too, as well as Yan Golubovsky. lol The Players sat in the bars that are around the Joe, and you line up at one. You would pick one with say, Darren McCarty, and know it's a 2 hour wait. And maybe an hour into your wait, McCarty Leaves (cause he had been there for 3 hours) and someone replaces him. Now, that Someone might have been dwight foster, or that Someone might have Been Yzerman. I can remember getter Lapointe, Kozlov, Konstantinov, Foster, Golubovsky, Bowman, Dandenault, Lidstrom And Osgood. I had Gotten My Picture taken With Ozzie in the Penalty box and he said that he was going to stay late and Sign Autographs again. So at the end of the fest, when everything was wrapping up, Ozzie Stayed an extra 2 hours to sign for anybody that wanted an autograph. I loved Him in 93-94 when he was CAlled up, and saved us From Chevy, Riendeau and Peter Ing (Anyone remember that LA game?). He becamse My Favorite goalie That year, and becasue of that Summer, He Still is My favorite Goalie of All Time. I can't explain how happy i was for him to Come back to Detroit, and then lead them to another Cup. I'm so glad to hear that they're bringing this back, as a 10 year old, it really was the one day of the year that I looked forward to more than any other. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wingnut40 176 Report post Posted August 30, 2008 Could you get autographs from Stevie? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Tane 17 Report post Posted August 30, 2008 Could you get autographs from Stevie? Back in 95, 96, 97 yes you could...all the players were there. You jsut had to be luckey enough to be at the right booth at the right time for when he switched in. Then once he would switch in, everybody would rush to get there. There were Other Red Wing Old Timers there Scotty bowman was There Signing. I would Imagine that unless Yzerman has something else pretty important going on, He'd Sit and Sign for a couple hours. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WingNut 25 5 Report post Posted August 30, 2008 Very cool. The LA Angels do something just like that and I know my buddy went to a Preds one in Nashville. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SpiritFan 37 Report post Posted August 30, 2008 I got my autographs from McCarty & Larianov from this event back in, um, Fall of 98 I believe. Can't wait for this one! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hank Dats 'N Homer 81 Report post Posted August 31, 2008 This sounds just like Tiger fest that i go to every year. You can bet that for only 5 bucks, i shall be there! Tiger fest tickets are usually about 10 bucks and they never won the world series. I cant beleive the wings are only doing this for 5 bucks after a cup win. This is amazing. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WizardOfOz30 1,886 Report post Posted September 2, 2008 (edited) I was listening to the radio and they gave away tickets for some sort of Fan day this Sunday from 9am - 5pm. Anyone know what this is or heard about it? Of course I tried to win and didn't, but I'm curious to learn more about it. Edited to say, thanks to whoever moved my post here. I didnt' see anything about it but now I've got all the info I need. Hope I can make it this weekend. Edited September 2, 2008 by WizardOfOz30 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
redwingslady87 130 Report post Posted September 5, 2008 Fan Fest Schedule Sunday, Sept. 7 Main Stage 10-10:45 a.m. – Recap the Cup with Steve Yzerman and Jim Nill 10:45 - 11:30 a.m. – Wing It Trivia 11:30 - 12:30 p.m. – Living Legends with Steve Yzerman and Alex Delvecchio 1-2 p.m. – Fan Feud 2:30 - 3:30 p.m. – Fan Forum with Kris Draper Alumni Autograph Session 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. –- Dennis Hextall, Lee Norwood, Mike Krushelnyski and Budd Lynch 2-4 p.m. –- Brent Fedyk, John Ogrodnick and Johnny Wilson -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- I wish they would do a charity softball game with the current players instead. Between my dad and I we already have everyones autograph from this list. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
HockeyCrazy3033 168 Report post Posted September 5, 2008 I'm confused. So are all the current Wings going to be there or is it just Stevie, Drapes, and some alumni? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
redwingslady87 130 Report post Posted September 5, 2008 I'm confused. So are all the current Wings going to be there or is it just Stevie, Drapes, and some alumni? exactly, if all the current wings were going to be there, i would totally go, but they're making it out to be like its Stevie, Drapes and some alumni Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
HockeyCrazy3033 168 Report post Posted September 5, 2008 exactly, if all the current wings were going to be there, i would totally go, but they're making it out to be like its Stevie, Drapes and some alumni Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RedWingsFanatic 4 Report post Posted September 5, 2008 This is really shady on the part of the Wings. I was under the impression that a number, if not all, the Wings would be in attendance. Not only that, there is supposed to be a tour and there isn't any mention of that. I've already made plans to go with friends, and now I'm questioning if it's even worth it. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Anomalously 0 Report post Posted September 5, 2008 I'm confused. So are all the current Wings going to be there or is it just Stevie, Drapes, and some alumni? You mean... Drapes and some alumni. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
HockeyCrazy3033 168 Report post Posted September 5, 2008 Seriously? Okay what the hell is the point of this then? No offense to Drapes, I love the guy but I've met him a gazillion times. kjsgs Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
redwingslady87 130 Report post Posted September 6, 2008 This is really shady on the part of the Wings. I was under the impression that a number, if not all, the Wings would be in attendance. Not only that, there is supposed to be a tour and there isn't any mention of that. I've already made plans to go with friends, and now I'm questioning if it's even worth it. there is a self lead tour of the dressing room. at least thats what they said Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lfd250 1 Report post Posted September 6, 2008 Even the season ticket holder party doesn't say that there will be players there. Just coaches and alumni. So I don't even know if Draper will be there. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
