College Night at Little Caesars Arena on March 31 will bring students, staff, faculty, alumni and the community together for a night full of school pride, and NBA rivalry. (DETROIT PISTONS/University of Windsor)
By Sara Meikle
Get ready for a night where blue and gold pride meets NBA action.
On March 31, the University of Windsor community will once again make its way to Little Caesars Arena for Detroit Pistons College Night.
As part of this exciting partnership, the Detroit Pistons will host the Toronto Raptors in a matchup that celebrates the shared love of the game on both sides of the border. This historic conference rivalry is bound to be electric as both teams look to lock in their Playoff spot.
UWindsor will be featured throughout the evening, combining world-class NBA action with vibrant campus pride — creating a night that’s about coming together, cheering loud and representing UWindsor in style.
Bring family & friends for a night of NBA action
Students, faculty, staff, alumni and the community are invited to pack the arena, bring friends and family to cheer loud and show your UWindsor pride at this special event.
Whether you’re a die-hard basketball fan or simply love the electric atmosphere of a live game, this is your chance to experience NBA action alongside fellow members of the UWindsor community.
Free swag and a free throw on court
Arrive early to score your free UWindsor x Pistons collaboration sweatshirt — available only at the event (sizes vary, while supplies last).
This exclusive, co-branded keepsake features both the official UWindsor and Pistons logos, making it the perfect way to show your school spirit in style.
Your ticket also includes an opportunity to shoot a free throw on court after the game!
Meet up at the Biergarten before tip-off
Kick off the night with fellow Lancers at the arena’s Budweiser Biergarten and enter to win a prize basket filled with UWindsor and Detroit Pistons swag.
Accessible from inside Little Caesars Arena across from Portal 18, the Biergarten will open as soon as doors open at 6:30 p.m.
The space will be available for UWindsor fans to connect, celebrate and build excitement together until tip-off at 8 p.m., when everyone is encouraged to head to their seats and get ready for the action.
It’s the perfect pre-game meet-up spot to kick off the night with the UWindsor community.
Game day your way at Loose Goose
We’ve teamed up with The Loose Goose to bring the game-day excitement to Windsor.
Enjoy 15 per cent off regular-priced food items all day on March 31 at all three Loose Goose locations — the perfect reason to grab a bite before or after the game. Just show your UWindsor ID or game ticket.
Prefer to stay local? All locations will be showing the game, so you can catch every moment without crossing the border. Guests watching at Loose Goose can also enter for a chance to win a UWindsor x Pistons x Loose Goose Prize Pack (no purchase required).
Reservations are strongly encouraged to secure your spot.
Plan your trip
Please note that attendees are responsible for arranging their own travel to and from Detroit or the Loose Goose.
Be sure to plan ahead and allow extra time for border crossing, parking and arena entry.
Don’t miss out — secure your seats today
This cross-border matchup, exclusive merch and UWindsor community spirit make Pistons College Night one of the most anticipated events of the year.
Secure your seats, rally your friends and get ready to turn Little Caesars Arena blue and gold on March 31.
Buy your tickets now and be part of this spectacular event.