description Little Caesars Arena Overview
Little Caesars Arena is a multipurpose indoor arena in Midtown Detroit that opened in 2017. It serves as the home venue of the Detroit Red Wings of the National Hockey League and the Detroit Pistons of the National Basketball Association, replacing Joe Louis Arena and The Palace of Auburn Hills for those teams. The building is also configured for concerts and other large events and forms the central venue of Detroit's sports and entertainment district.
help Little Caesars Arena FAQ
Which professional sports teams play their home games at Little Caesars Arena?
Little Caesars Arena is the home venue for both the Detroit Red Wings of the NHL and the Detroit Pistons of the NBA. It is located in the Midtown area of Detroit, Michigan.
When did Little Caesars Arena officially open to the public?
The arena officially opened in September 2017. Its construction was a key part of a massive urban revitalization project known as The District Detroit.
What historic Detroit venues did Little Caesars Arena replace?
It replaced Joe Louis Arena, which had been the home of the Red Wings since 1979. It also replaced The Palace of Auburn Hills, which previously hosted the Detroit Pistons.
Who owns the naming rights to Little Caesars Arena?
The naming rights are owned by Ilitch Holdings, the organization founded by Mike and Marian Ilitch. The Ilitch family also owns both the Little Caesars pizza chain and the Detroit Red Wings, hence the unique naming choice.
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