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New Arena Additions Include Evolv Express & Oscar Sort Technology Plus New Local Restaurants Top Burmese, Tip Top Burger Shop & Fusion Shave Ice
PORTLAND, Ore. (October 23, 2024) – The Trail Blazers will tip off the 2024-25 regular season on Wednesday, October 23 vs. Golden State at Moda Center, with the game scheduled for 7:00 p.m. Tickets to opening night and the remainder of the Trail Blazers season are available now at trailblazers.com/tickets or by calling 844-RIP-CITY. Fans attending opening night will receive their opening night Rip City t-shirt, courtesy of Moda Health, at their seats before they enjoy the new epic game open and are immersed in the brand-new Rip City Runs Deep campaign.
RIP CITY RUNS DEEP
The organization is proud to unveil a new brand campaign ahead of the 2024-25 season – Rip City Runs Deep. The campaign, which fans will see throughout the city, Moda Center, Trail Blazers social media channels, broadcast, game experience and more, highlights the deep connection between the Trail Blazers, the city, and its fans. Rip City is a real, living bond that unites generations, neighbors, strangers, and friends. Lay roots here, even for a moment, and you become part of something deeper – a connection that defines who we are, as a team and as a community. We embrace hustle over hype, teamwork over individualism, and the unwavering belief that our collective spirit will guide us forward and blaze new trails together. Rip City Runs DEEP.
OPENING NIGHT ACTIVATIONS
Before entering Moda Center, fans can swing by the RQ BOXCART near the fountain at the South Entrance to meet members of the Brightside Windows team, learn more about all they have to offer, play games, and be entered to win a signed jersey!
Once inside, fans can enjoy Blaze’s Parade presented by Polar Beverages, weaving its way through the concourse to drum up excitement for tipoff. Fans should get to their seats early to experience the dramatic new game open and hear the entire roster introduced for the opening game of the 2024-25 season.
Before the game tips off, the national anthem will be sung by local acapella group, The Portland Timbre. After the action in the first half, halftime will feature a signature performance from the Trail Blazers Performance Teams with the BlazerDancers, Trail Blazers Stunt Team and Rip City Crew all showing off their incredible talent. During the game, one lucky fan will have the chance at a Toyota Half-Court Shot to walk away with a brand-new Toyota!
NEW AT MODA CENTER FOR 2024-25
Levy, Moda Center’s food and beverage provider, has refreshed many food items across the arena, including Pretzel-Wrapped Sausages, Samosa Nachos, Carne Asada Fries, and many more tasty offerings. Additionally, Moda Center has welcomed new local restaurant options Top Burmese (A5), Tip Top Burger Shop (B13), and Fusion Shave Ice (C5). Craft beer lovers can enjoy the recently announced Rip City IPA – a co-branded beer from the Trail Blazers and Rogue Ale & Spirits – which can be purchased throughout Moda Center.
The organization recently announced the addition of 10 Oscar Sort AI Recycling Assistant devices throughout the Moda Center concourses to help divert waste from landfills by guiding fans to make correct sorting decisions. Using AI, Oscar Sort instantly recognizes compostable, recyclable, and reusable items, guiding fans to dispose of them correctly. For example, if a fan is holding a Rip City Reuse cup and an aluminum can, Oscar will direct them to recycle the can and place the cup in the designated reuse bin. This quick and seamless interaction gamifies recycling, transforming waste disposal into an engaging and meaningful experience.
Moda Center is a sensory-inclusive venue, and we are proud to offer a new Sensory room, courtesy of our partners DSP Connections, inside Moda Center, which can be accessed by visiting one of our Guest Information booths. Additionally, we have worked with KultureCity to train our Guest Experience team members to better assist guests who have sensory needs. We offer sensory bags, including noise-canceling headphones, fidget toys, and feeling thermometers at both venues. Sensory Bags can be checked out for free at our Guest Information Booths with either an ID or credit card.
Over the summer, Moda Center formed a partnership with Evolv Technology to add Evolv Express® systems to the arena’s security infrastructure. The new technology provides an efficient screening process, that can help allow fans to spend less time in line and more time in the arena enjoying the game. Evolv Express ® uses advanced sensor technology combined with artificial intelligence to differentiate between certain threats and many everyday metal objects people carry in their pockets.
SUPPORT RIP CITY
The Trail Blazers Foundation 5050 Raffle presented by Les Schwab returns with the start of the regular season to raise funds for local nonprofits, giving fans the chance to win big while making an impact! Returning for the 13th season, the 5050 Raffle will partner with more than 40 nonprofits to raise funds in support of their work. The community partner for opening night's 5050 Raffle is Ke Kukui Foundation, a culturally based nonprofit organization serving Oregon and Washington, with a focus on providing and creating cultural resources and opportunities for Native Hawaiians and Pacific Islanders. They continue the mission of late founder, Deva Yamashiro, to preserve and share traditional Hawaiian culture through education programming consisting of music, dance, language, and other traditional arts. Fans can purchase tickets at two kiosks (on the 100 and 300 Levels) and from mobile sellers throughout the arena through halftime of every home game.
ON THE AIR
Trail Blazers basketball has returned to local, over-the-air television with the launch of the Rip City Television Network in partnership with KATU and their family of affiliates. Additionally, fans can enjoy the brand-new BlazerVision, a direct-to-consumer streaming service that allows Rip City to watch Blazers games however they want, wherever they want. Visit Trailblazers.com/Watch to find local channel listings and learn more about this exciting new era of Trail Blazers Broadcasting.
This year’s television broadcast will continue to offer a NextGen viewing experience, bringing fans closer to the action with augmented reality graphics, lightning stats, and more in-depth storytelling. Familiar voices will be heard throughout games with the return of Kevin Calabro as Television Play-By-Play, Lamar Hurd as Television Analyst, Brooke Olzendam as Courtside Reporter and Television Host, Michael Holton as Television Studio Analyst, Tom Haberstroh as Analytics Insider, and Travis Demers as Radio Play-By-Play.
IMPORTANT ENTRY INFORMATION
The Trail Blazers and Rose Quarter routinely update arena policies, find more info here:
- Bag Policy – Bags 4x6 and smaller allow you to experience our expedited entry process and walk straight through screening with your bag. Bags, other than backpacks, larger than 4x6 up to 14x14x6 are allowed but must go through a bag line to be screened by x-ray machines and will require a longer wait.
- Cash-Free Campus – The Rose Quarter is a cash-free campus, allowing for reduced contact, frictionless customer experience and shorter wait times.
- Smoke-Free Campus – The Rose Quarter is a smoke-free campus. All cigarettes, cigars, and vapes are prohibited.
- Mobile Tickets Only – All tickets will be digital and there will be a contactless ticket scanning system upon arrival to the arena. Tickets will have a rotating bar code and cannot be screenshotted – screenshots will NOT work for entry!
- Trail Blazers App – Download the Trail Blazers app and ensure you are signed into the app before arriving at Moda Center to help expedite your entry process.
The Trail Blazers and Rose Quarter are committed to providing the safest environment possible for fans and staff. Please visit rosequarter.com/plan-your-visit/venue-guide for information on arena policies, ADA information, box office hours and more.