Score Free Detroit Lions Game Day Fun at Pride Plaza

Families with kids of all ages can gear up for game day fun at the Detroit Lions’ Pride Plaza on Brush Street. The free tailgate party outside Ford Field begins about two-and-a-half hours before kickoff and features many family-friendly activities. 

Detroit Lions Pride Plaza on Brush Street 

• Address: Brush Street, between Montcalm Street and Adams Street
• When: Two-and-a-half hours before kickoff on game days 
• Cost: Free! 

Fuel up for the game with food trucks and Bud Light beverage tents, then enjoy football-themed games and activations, photo stations, a drumline performance and more activities for Lions fans. 

Things to do at Pride Plaza with Kids 

• Enjoy live music, food and beverages, raffles and more game day activations. 
• Show your Lions pride by snapping a family photo with Detroit Lions photo ops. 
• Hear a special performance from the Detroit Lions Drumline, the Honolulu Boom. 
• Test your strength and skills with a football throwing game, a vertical jump test and more challenges. 

Tips for Attending Pride Plaza with Kids 

• Check out the map before you go. It may be helpful to save this file on your phone, too! 
• Pick a meeting place. Pride Plaza will be crowded with fans, so choose a family meeting spot upon arriving just in case anyone gets separated.  
• Wear your Detroit Lions merch. Even if you’re not attending the game, get into the spirit by rocking your favorite Honolulu blue and silver threads. 
• Leave alcohol on Brush Street. Alcoholic beverages cannot leave Brush Street, so whether you’re headed to the game, a downtown eatery or going home, finish your drinks before exiting the tailgate. 

More Detroit Lions Fun for Families 

If you have tickets to the game, check out our Lions game day guide for families for all the best tips and tricks for visiting Ford Field with your kids. When you’re not busy cheering on the Lions, check out these family-friendly activities inside the stadium. 

• Children 14 and under can receive a First Lions Game Certificate, free of charge. Head to Section 226 – Gate C, Section 112 – Gate G or South Club West to receive the certificate. Most guest service desks will have First Game Buttons for kids to wear, too.
• Take a virtual photo with one of your favorite Lions players at the Henry Ford Health concourse near Section 113 – Gate G.
• Enjoy free face painting for kids at the UMCU Cub Club Fan Cave, located at Section 234/235.

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