The Joe Louis Arena is an architectural monstrosity ... built on a beautiful international border on the Detroit River ... you can't see the River from the Joe Louis Arena though, unless you are outside, falling down the steps from hell. O.K. a bit harsh ... however the real reason to come to "The Joe" is to see a Detroit... More

Got free tickets for the game from motorcity casino. Was a great game and had alot of fun. More

lots of comfortable seating. easy access. good food. lot and lots of events to see More

It's not the newest venue in Detroit, but holds LOTS of memories. Men; the restrooms are interesting. In a word; troughs. Check out the Red Wings memorabilia. More

full of energy does any place in the world love their team more than the D I don't think so More

We had a great experience going to a Red Wings game. Easy parking (on top of Cobo - great view too). Short walk to Joe Louis stairs (make sure you can climb them). More

A horrible venue for concerts. The acoustics are terrible. Only hockey games should be played here. More

locals complain the arena is too old. I loved the old style hockey arena feel. I would just warn anyone sitting near the top rows, the stairs are steep and their is no handrail More

I understand that this is the ideal arena for true hockey fans! There is a lot of history associated with this arena, which I completely understand and appreciate! The teams play under champion ship banners and everyone is decked out in red gear for games (..if you like them..great), so it presents a very energetic space. However, it is dated.... More