2018 Cavaliers Playoff Fan Guide

Get ready for the action and excitement of the 2018 Cavs Playoffs presented by Discount Drug Mart as the defending Eastern Conference Champions compete for their fourth consecutive trip to the NBA Finals. The Cavaliers will face the Indiana Pacers in Round 1 in a best-of-seven series that tips off with Games 1 and 2 being played at Quicken Loans Arena. Doors to Quicken Loans Arena will open two hours prior to tipoff for each home game, with a FREE Cavs Fan Fest taking place on Gateway Plaza.

• For Game 1, Round 1, to ensure a BLACKOUT, every fan in attendance will receive a black Cavs t-shirt presented by FirstEnergy, and a Cavs rally towelpresented by Ohio CAT.
• For Game 2, Round 1, every fan in attendance will receive a t-shirt presented by Sherwin Williams and a Cavs rally towel presented by Phantom Fireworks.

Show your Cavs pride by wearing the color(s) of the Game! Visit Cavs.com/Laws to learn the colors for each upcoming game.

Reminder: Doors to The Q open 2 hours prior to tipoff.

• GAME 1 – 12:00 p.m. 
• GAME 2 – 4:00 p.m.

In true Wine & Gold spirit, there will be fun for all ages at Cavs Fan Fest, proudly supported by FOX Sports Ohio and iHeartMedia Cleveland:

• Explore the Cavs Interactive Zone filled with fun games and inflatables.
• Play and participate in fun games, skills, drills and more on the Cavs Academy Sport Court.
• Enjoy live music by Northeast Ohio’s most popular bands.
• Watch performances by the Cavalier Girls, Scream Team, C-Town Throwdowns and QStix.
• Shop the Cavaliers Team Shop mobile container for the latest official Cavs playoff gear.
• Grab a bite to eat from some of the city’s favorite food trucks on site. Beer and soft drinks will also be available.
• Win great giveaways and prizes… and much more!

For more information and a schedule of band performances and food trucks attending, visit Cavs.com.

NOTE: All bags will be checked by security upon entry to Cavs Fan Fest and a list of prohibited items can be found at Cavs.com.

• 12 oz Domestic Beer for $4.00
• 16 oz Soda for $3.00
• Hot Dog for $3.75
• Small Bag of Popcorn for $3.00

WATCH PARTIES BENEFIT COMMUNITY ORGANIZATIONS: Over the last three years of the NBA Playoffs and Finals, the Cavaliers have donated more than $2 million back to Cleveland non-profits and local charitable programs from proceeds generated by hosting road game watch parties at The Q and conducting 50/50 raffles during home and road games. 

TICKET INFO: Cavs Road Game Watch Party tickets for Round 1, Games 3 and 4 go on sale TOMORROW, Friday, April 13th at 10:00 a.m. at Northeast Ohio Discount Drug Mart locations, Cavs.com and the Quicken Loans Arena Box Office. Tickets for Round 1 are $5.00 each and all proceeds will be donated to benefit the local community charitable efforts of Say Yes to Education and Greater Cleveland Habitat for Humanity. There is a 6 ticket limit per person. As each playoff round unfolds, fans can get tickets as they become available at the same locations.

NOTE: In compliance with guidelines set by the City of Cleveland and in compliance with an established local curfew ordinance, the Cavaliers will adhere to city ordinances and require that all ticketed guests 17 years old and under attending Watch Parties must be accompanied by their parent or guardian.

Each location will be decked out in Wine & Gold spirit and feature Budweiser specials along with promotional giveaways like rally towels, t-shirts, bar coasters and more!

For a complete list of participating establishments and locations, visit Cavs.com.

Note: Registering for a Wine & Gold Nation account is the only way to become eligible for the early access presale. This is a change from previous years where subscribers to Cavs Insiders, the team’s electronic newsletter, were automatically provided “Playoff Access” for the opportunity to purchase single game tickets ahead of the general public. 

Wine & Gold Nation Playoff Presale Details:

• There is a six (6) ticket limit per transaction and tickets will be available while supplies last on a first-come, first-served basis.
• Fans only need to register for a Wine & Gold Nation account (or opt-in to receive playoff ticket notifications) once to automatically become eligible for future opportunities to purchase playoff tickets. As the playoffs progress, registration is required at least 48 hours prior to Game 1 of each round to have the opportunity to purchase playoff tickets.

• For information on RTA routes, schedules and services call the RTAnswerline at (216) 621-9500, or visit www.rideRTA.com.
• For Uber, please click here. New Uber users can use promo code: CAVS2018  to receive up to $15 OFF their first ride.

The Cleveland Police will work to efficiently manage traffic flow during ingress and egress for events and will exercise judgement to change traffic patterns as necessary to facilitate a continuous flow of vehicles.

Detailed information on how construction will impact fans attending games at Quicken Loans Arena is provided at TheQTransformaton.com.