DETROIT - The 2019 Detroit Tigers Winter Caravan in partnership with Visit Central Florida and FOX Sports Detroit, is set for Thursday, January 24 and Friday, January 25, and features an exciting lineup of stops throughout the state of Michigan. Group President of Sports and Entertainment, Ilitch Holdings Inc. Chris Granger, Tigers Executive Vice President, Baseball Operations and General Manager Al Avila, Executive Vice President, Business Operations Duane McLean, Vice President, Assistant General Manager David Chadd, Special Assistant to the General Manager Alan Trammell, Manager Ron Gardenhire, coaches, players, broadcasters, and Detroit's favorite mascot PAWS, will take part in a two-day journey across the region, spreading baseball fever to fans of all ages.
Media are encouraged to attend stops along the caravan for photo and b-roll opportunities. Further information on arranged media availabilities with Tigers players, coaches and executives will be announced at a later date.
Season ticket packages for 2019 are on sale now. Plans that include an Opening Day ticket start as low as $15 per game. For complete 2019 season ticket information, visit tigers.com/seasons or call/text (313) 471-BALL (2255). Opening Day suite packages are currently available. For more information, please call (313) 471-2222. 2019 Group Tickets are also now on sale and accepting deposits, visit tigers.com/groups for more information.
Tickets for the 24th annual TigerFest on January 26 are on sale now and can be purchased by calling 866-66-TIGER or by visiting tigers.com/tigerfest. Tickets are $30 and half off ($15) for kids 14-and-under. Over 40 current Tigers players and coaches scheduled to appear and all fans attending will receive a free TigerFest tote bag, courtesy of Visit Central Florida.
Wednesday, January 23
Toledo Mud Hens The Flock Winter Party 6:05-7:05 p.m.
Hensville Fleetwood Building, 28 N. Clair St., Toledo
• Q&A with Detroit Tigers players and coaches.
• Detroit Tigers players will play an interactive game with members of the audience.
• Media session 6:05 - 6:25 p.m.
• This is a private event that requires a ticket.
Metro Bus
Thursday, January 24
Detroit Athletic Club 12:30-1:30 p.m.
241 Madison St., Detroit
• Tigers personnel will be the guest speaker at the Beavers Luncheon. The Beavers are the oldest club-within-the-club.
• In celebration of the Beaver's 100th Anniversary, Tigers will present a framed jersey.
United States Customs and Border Protection 1:25-2:25 p.m.
2810 W. Fort St., Detroit
• Private event; no media.
Detroit VA Medical Center/ Fisher House 1:15 -1:45 p.m.
4646 John R St., Detroit
• Fisher House has provided a "Home Away from Home" for families of patients receiving medical care at major military and VA centers.
• Tigers personnel will present a $10,000 donation to assist with bringing Fisher House to Michigan in 2020.
• Additionally, in honor of the Detroit VA Medical Center's 80 years of serving veterans, Tigers personnel will present a framed jersey.
Michigan Veterans Foundation 2:00-2:30 p.m.
4626 Grand River Ave., Detroit
• In celebration of their 30th anniversary, the Tigers are presenting the Michigan Veterans Foundation with a framed jersey and a check donation of $5,000. There will be a short Q&A and raffle prize giveaways.
Novi Police Department/Novi Civic Center 3:15-4:30 p.m.
45175 W. 10 Mile Rd., Novi
• Tigers Caravan visits the city of Novi to celebrate their 50th anniversary. Tigers players will dine and meet with Novi Police prior to a community rally at the Civic Center.
• Tigers players will participate in a Q&A, present a framed jersey to the city of Novi, and interact with fans for raffle prize giveaways.

Friday, January 25
National Coney Island 10:00-10:40 a.m.
1812 N. Main St., Royal Oak
• Tigers players to act as celebrity servers at National Coney Island.
Selfridge Air National Guard 10:45 a.m.-12:10 p.m.
44875 N. Jefferson Ave. Detroit
• Tigers players and coaches will participate in an energetic rally in the joint dining hall and will welcome home members of the 107th Fighter Squadron as they return from Exercise Emerald Warrior.
• Players will participate in a private simulation exercise prior to the rally.
Michigan Humane Society 11:10-11:50 a.m.
7887 Chrysler Service Dr., Detroit
• The Michigan Humane Society will offer free adoptions throughout the day
• Tigers players will help guests select their new favorite pet.
Arab-American National Museum 11:20 a.m.-12:20 p.m.
13624 Michigan Ave., Dearborn
• The Arab-American National Museum and Detroit Tigers will announce their 2019 ticket package partnership.
• Upon arrival, Tigers personnel will meet and greet with VIP guests from the Arab-American National Museum, including dignitaries and political leaders from the local community.
• Tigers personnel will present a Mikie Mahtook game worn jersey from Opening Day in 2018 to add to the exhibit collection.
Squad 4 Medic 7 12:20-12:40 p.m.
1697 W. Grand Blvd., Detroit
• To celebrate the firehouse's 110th Anniversary, Tigers personnel will present a framed jersey.
• PepsiCo will announce a donation of a year supply of assorted beverages for the firehouse.
DTE Energy 1:35-2:15 p.m.
1 Energy Plaza, Detroit
• Tigers personnel will dine with DTE Executives followed by an exciting rally with DTE employees; including a Q&A segment and raffle giveaways.
Children's Hospital of Michigan 2:30-3:30 p.m.
3901 Beaubien Blvd., Detroit
• Tigers players will visit children (outpatients) in the lobby of Children's Hospital of Michigan and give gifts to 300 inpatients as they visit select patient rooms.
FOX Sports Detroit 2:45-3:30 p.m.
26555 Evergreen Rd., Southfield
• Tigers players will have a meet and greet reception with Fox Sports Detroit sponsors and clients.
Ladder 20 Squad 2, Medic 6 Firehouse 3:50-4:30 p.m.
433 W. Alexandrine St., Detroit
• To celebrate the firehouse's 110th anniversary, Tigers personnel will present a framed jersey and an autographed helmet.
• Players will play interactive games with firefighters.
• PepsiCo will announce a donation of a year supply of assorted beverages for the firehouse.
• BELFOR Property Restoration will make a special presentation as well.
Detroit PAL 4:50-6:10 p.m.
1680 Michigan Ave., Detroit
• Tigers personnel will celebrate the 50th anniversary of Detroit PAL and recognize the centennial celebration of Jackie Robinson.
• Tigers players will present a framed jersey to the organization.
• Tigers personnel will have a private dinner prior to rally.
DFD Engine 32, Medic 23, Chief 6 5:05-5:30 p.m.
11740 E. Jefferson Ave., Detroit
• To celebrate the firehouse's 110th anniversary, Tigers personnel will present a framed jersey.
• Players will play interactive games with firefighters.
• PepsiCo will announce a donation of a year supply of assorted beverages for the firehouse.
North American International Auto Show 6:30-7:30 p.m.
Cobo Center, 1 Washington Blvd., Detroit
• Tigers personnel will participate in a special parade along the auto show floor culminating at the Chevrolet display area where hosts will conduct a round table interview and fan Q&A.
• This event is ticketed and open to the public.
WEST BUS
Thursday, January 24
Lansing Police Department 2:30-3:15 p.m.
120 W E Michigan Ave. Lansing
• Tigers personnel will celebrate Lansing Police Department's 125th Anniversary. Players will interact with the police department with raffle prizes and present a framed jersey.
West Michigan Whitecaps Banquet 5:50-9:00 p.m.
1000 East Beltline Ave. NE., Grand Rapids
• Silent and live auctions benefits Whitecaps Community Foundation and the Detroit Tigers Foundation, an affiliate of Ilitch Charities.
• Media session 5:45 - 6:30 p.m.
• This is a private event that requires a ticket.
Friday, January 25
Meijer Headquarters 10:00-11:30 a.m.
2929 Walker Ave., Grand Rapids
• Tigers personnel visits Meijer Headquarters and will interact with employees for raffle prize giveaways.
Kentwood Police Department 12:00-12:45 p.m.
4742 Walma Ave. SE, Kentwood
• Tigers personnel will celebrate Kentwood Police Department's 50th Anniversary with a framed jersey.
General Motors Flint Assembly Plant 3:00-4:00 p.m.
3100 Van Slyke Rd., Flint
• Tigers personnel will tour the Flint assembly plant and take a group photo with plant employees.
Snowfest at Zehnders 4:50-5:45 p.m.
730 S. Main St., Frankenmuth
• Tigers personnel will make an appearance at the annual Snowfest in Frankenmuth, MI.
• Tigers players will present two jerseys; Michigan Heroes Museum and Bronner's Christmas Wonderland. Tigers players will also recognize on-line contest winners.
• This is a public event that requires a ticket.