BLUE DEMON PREGAME CELEBRATION
Hosted by the Marriott Marquis Chicago
At select DePaul men’s and women’s basketball games this season, the Marriott Marquis Chicago will host the official Blue Demon Pregame Celebration—an alum and fan gathering beginning 2.5 hours to tipoff, adjacent to Wintrust Arena. No ticket or RSVP is required to attend this special event.
The Blue Demon Pregame Celebration will allow fans to sample the world-renown flavor of Chicago at Marriott’s Showroom Food Hall and enjoy draft beer, wine, and handcrafted cocktails while visiting with fellow Blue Demon fans and alums. The event will feature signature offerings, like the ‘Demon Dream’ cocktail and ‘Polish Demon Dog.'
Start your game day off right and don’t miss out on this limited-time opportunity!
UPCOMING CELEBRATIONS
Saturday, January 1
Men's Basketball vs. Providence
Marriott Pregame Celebration Opens: 11:30 a.m. CT
Tipoff: 2 p.m. CT
More Games Announced Soon!
ADDRESS
Marriott Marquis Chicago
2121 S Prairie Avenue, Chicago, IL 60616
WINTRUST ARENA ENTRY
Doors to Wintrust Arena will open 2 hours prior to tipoff for each DePaul men’s and women’s basketball game this season. Fans are reminded they may enter through the skybridge connected to the Lot A parking garage and the Marriott Marquis Chicago for a convenient, climate-controlled entry.
GAME TICKETS
No tickets or RSVP's are required to attend the Blue Demon Pregame Celebration at the Marriott Marquis Chicago. Ticket information for games at Wintrust Arena can be found below.
Purchase Tickets: Tickets may be purchased for DePaul Athletics events online at DePaulBlueDemons.com/Tickets or by calling the DePaul Athletics Ticket Office at (773) 325-7526.
Box Office Locations: Two box office locations are available to service your ticket needs.
Wintrust Arena Box Office
200 E. Cermak Rd.
Chicago, IL 60616
Regular Hours: Monday - Friday (11a - 6p CT)
Event Hours: 11a - 6p CT or 3 Hours Prior to Tipoff on Weekends
(312) 791-6900
DePaul Athletics Ticket Office
2323 N. Sheffield Ave.
Chicago, IL 60614
Regular Hours: Monday - Friday (9a - 5p CT)
(773) 325-7526
Will Call: General Will Call tickets may be picked up on the day of the game at the Wintrust Arena Box Office. Will Call pick up windows will open 2 hours prior to tipoff.
Infant Seats: For DePaul Athletics men’s or women’s basketball events at Wintrust Arena, infants or toddlers under 36 inches in height, that will not be needing a seat and will sit on a parent/guardian’s lap, do not need a ticket to enter. If a seat must be occupied by the infant and/or carrier, a regular ticket must be purchased. Ticket policies for DePaul postseason events may differ due to guidelines set by the NCAA, BIG EAST Conference or other sponsoring organization.
Refunds & Exchanges: There are no refunds and no exchanges on any ticket purchases. DePaul Athletics is not responsible for any lost, stolen, or destroyed tickets.
PARKING & TRANSIT
For more information on parking and transit, visit DePaulBlueDemons.com/Parking.
COVID-19
The number one priority of DePaul Athletics has always been, and continues to be, the health and safety of its student-athletes, arena guests, and staff. Accordingly, DePaul Athletics will actively update and implement COVID-19 mitigation protocols in accordance with federal, state, and local government guidelines. DePaul Athletics and Wintrust Arena will implement the following health and safety measures this season to ensure a safe return to competition:
- Arena guests ages 2 and older will be required to wear face coverings inside the arena at all times, except when actively eating or drinking, in accordance with current local regulations.
- Vaccination is strongly encouraged, but not required, for entry to DePaul Athletics events at Wintrust Arena.
- Enhanced cleaning and sanitation procedures will be in place throughout the venue prior to and during all events.
- Hand sanitation stations will be located throughout the arena’s concourses.
- Doors to the arena will now open 2 hours prior to tipoff to ensure adequate time to enter the arena and to allow for less dense crowds upon entry.
- Concession stands and the box office will feature cashless service. A credit/debit card will be required for purchases.
PLEASE NOTE: We have taken enhanced health and safety measures to ensure a safe return to competition. Fans must follow all posted instructions while visiting Wintrust Arena. An inherent risk of exposure to COVID-19 exists in any public place where people are present. COVID-19 is an extremely contagious disease that can lead to severe illness and death. By attending a DePaul Athletics event, you assume all risks related to exposure of COVID-19.
