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Giants Draft Party | Giants Draft Party Presented by Verizon, MetLife Stadium, Thursday, April 28, 6 PM ET

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Draft Party FAQ

Event Details

When is the Giants 2025 Draft Party?

  • The Giants Draft Party will be held on Thursday, April 24.

What time is the event?

  • Gates open at 6:30 p.m. and the Draft will begin at 8:00 p.m. Giants Season Ticket Members will have exclusive early access starting at 5:30 p.m.

Where is the Giants Draft Party being held?

  • The event will be held at MetLife Stadium.

Is this event free?

  • Yes, however you must have a ticket to attend.

How do I obtain a ticket?

  • You must reserve a ticket(s) by clicking the link here. Once reserved, you will receive a confirmation email and your ticket(s) will be available in your Ticketmaster account within 48 hours. Your Ticketmaster Account can be accessed on the Ticketmaster mobile app or at Ticketmaster.com.

Are tickets mobile for Giants Draft Party?

  • Yes, all tickets are mobile and will be accessible through your Ticketmaster Account.

How many tickets can I get?

  • Each person is eligible for up to four (4) tickets.

Do all children require tickets?

  • Children up to 34" in height do not require a ticket to enter Giants Draft Party. All children over 34" require a ticket to attend.
Parking and Entry

Where do I park?

  • Parking will be available in Lot G.

Do I have to pay for parking? Do I need a parking pass?

  • Parking is complimentary and you do not need a parking pass for this event.

What time do parking lots open?

  • Parking lots open at 3:00 p.m.

Is tailgating permitted?

  • Yes, tailgating is permitted.

Will public transportation be available?

  • NJ Transit will run regular bus service to the Meadowlands Sports Complex for this event. Please check local bus schedules at NJTransit.com. There will be no train service for this event.

What gate do we enter?

  • All fans with Giants-issued tickets should enter via the Moody's Gate.

What time do gates open?

  • Gates open at 6:30 p.m. for the general public.
  • Gates open at 5:30 p.m. for Giants Season Ticket Members.

What time does the Draft begin?

  • The Draft begins at 8:00 p.m. ET

Are footballs or helmets permitted for this event?

  • Yes, footballs and helmets will be permitted for this event. For the complete carry-in policy, please click here.

Are strollers permitted for this event?

  • Yes, strollers are permitted for this event. However, please keep in mind strollers cannot be brought into the seating bowl. For the complete carry-in policy, please click here.

Are umbrellas permitted for this event?

  • Yes, umbrellas are permitted for this event, but we ask that you are mindful of the people around you when using umbrellas. For the complete carry-in policy, please click here.
Activities

Will I have access to the field for this event?

  • Yes, guests will have access to a limited portion of the field. However, flooring will be covering a portion of the field surface for the stage and Bud Light Beer Garden.

What activities will occur at this event?

  • The event will consist of family-friendly activities on the plaza, including entertainment, inflatables, football drills, face painters and more! There will be autograph opportunities with current and former Giants players and tours of the Giants Locker Room and Legacy Club.

Will there be autograph or photo opportunities at this event?

  • Yes, both current and former Giants players will be available to sign autographs or take selfies.

What players will be in attendance?

  • We do not know which players will be in attendance and those details will not be released prior to the event.

Is the event rain or shine?

  • Yes, the event is rain or shine. However, in the event of inclement weather, certain elements of the event may be altered for the guests' safety.

Is there a place to sit and watch the Draft?

  • Yes, there will be seats available in select sections where you can watch the Draft on the video boards. There is no assigned seating. All seating is available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Ticket Details

Are tickets required to attend the Draft Party?

  • Yes, tickets are required to attend the event. To reserve your tickets, please click here.

How are my tickets delivered?

  • Once reserved, your tickets will be available in your Ticketmaster account. You can access your Ticketmaster account either thru the Ticketmaster mobile app or at com.You'll need to sign in using the email address used to reserve the tickets. Tickets can be viewed in you Giants Account but can only be managed using Ticketmaster.

I ordered tickets for other people, how do I share them with the people attending with me?

  • Ticket(s) can be transferred electronically via the Ticketmaster mobile app or using Ticketmaster.com. Simply access your tickets and click "transfer" and enter the email (or cell phone number if you are transferring from a mobile device).

I can no longer attend the event, what do I do with my tickets?

  • If you are no longer able to attend, you are welcome to transfer your tickets to someone else who can attend.

What do I do with my ticket when I arrive at Draft?

  • Please make sure to have your ticket(s) ready when you arrive. Present your ticket(s) on your mobile device to an attendant at the Moody's Gate. Your ticket(s) will be scanned for entry. We strongly recommend saving your ticket(s) in your Apple Wallet or Google Pay prior to arriving at the event.

Are group tickets available?

  • Group tickets are not available for this event.
Food, Beverage, and Shop

Will there be food and beverage available?

  • Yes, concession stands will be open in the West Hall and throughout the 100 Concourse with food and beverage available for purchase.

Will there be kosher food available?

  • Yes, kosher food will be available at the Giants Draft Party upon request.

Will there be merchandise available?

  • Yes, the Team Store will be open with merchandise available for purchase.

Will this event be cashless?

  • Yes, Giants Draft Party will be a cash-free experience. To reduce touch points, MetLife Stadium will now operate cash-free. Cash will not be accepted at concession stands or retail locations. Please pay with a debit or credit card using Contactless Tap to Pay or Mobile Wallet, Chip or Swipe. The Giants prefer Visa as a form of payment at MetLife Stadium. No-fee reverse ATM machines will be available throughout the Stadium for guests to convert cash to a prepaid Visa debit card valid for in-stadium purchases and anywhere a credit or debit card is accepted.
Sponsor Activations

Plaza

  • Ford
    Show your Giants spirit and get a Draft Party rally towel when you visit your Local Ford Stores on the plaza!

  • PNC Bank
    Since 2004, PNC Grow Up Great® has helped children from birth to age 5 discover their love of learning. By supporting and delivering engaging programs, experiences and resources, we're helping to create a world of opportunities for the next generation and beyond. For Draft Day 2025, the PNC Grow Up Great team will be on-site providing fun and educational give-a-ways and children will have the opportunity to color fun animal masks.

  • Ticketmaster
    Stop by the Ticketmaster Alumni Zone from 6:30pm to 8:00pm to meet Giants Legends Plaxico Burress, Hakeem Nicks, Henry Hynoski and Jonathan Casillas!

Field

  • Bud Light Backyard
    Want to be at the center of the action during the Draft Party? There's no better place to be than at the 50 Yard Line in the Bud Light Backyard where it will be 'Easy to Celebrate' all night long. 21+ Only.

  • Hackensack Meridian Health
    Visit Hackensack Meridian Health on the field and get your unique giveaways!

  • Dunkin'
    The Giants Run on Dunkin'! Get your free coffee sample, Dunkin' swag, gift cards, and a picture with Icey Joe on-field at the Draft Party!

  • Wendy's
    Play cornhole and spin the wheel with Wendy's to win great prizes and coupons from Wendy's! Upon entry to the Draft Party, the first 10,000 guests will also receive a free Wendy's frosty key tag.

  • HSS
    Come check out the offerings from HSS, the World's #1 in Orthopedics. Choose better. Move better. HSS is the Official Hospital of the New York Giants.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

EXCLUSIVE SEASON TICKET MEMBER ACCESS

Giants season ticket members can access the Giants Draft Party one hour early starting at 5:30 PM.

ACTIVITIES

Fans can watch live coverage of the NFL Draft on stadium video boards and TVs.

Enjoy family-friendly activities including, face painters, inflatables, entertainment, and more!

AUTOGRAPHS & SELFIES

Select current Giants players and Legends will sign autographs and take selfies with fans.

6:30 – 8:00 PM Legends autographs at the Ticketmaster Alumni Zone on Plaza

6:30 – 8:00 PM Player Selfies in the Legacy Club

6:30 – 7:15 PM Autographs on 100 level concourse (lines accessible via the Field)

Player appearances will not be announced prior to the event.

*Times and locations subject to change

PARKING & TAILGATING

Complimentary parking is available in Lot G. A parking pass is not needed for this event.

Parking lots open at 3:00 PM.

ENTRY GATE

Giants fans should enter via the Moody's Gate. Gates at 6:30 PM.

GIVEAWAYS

The first 5,000 attendees will receive an exclusive Giants Draft Party t-shirt and Frosty key tag from Wendys*!

*Limited quantities available on a first-come, first-served basis.

FIELD

Head to the field for activities on the turf and the main Draft Party stage, plus these sponsor activations.

  • Bud Light Backyard
    Want to be at the center of the action during the Draft Party? There's no better place to be than at the 50 Yard Line in the Bud Light Backyard where it will be 'Easy to Celebrate' all night long. 21+ Only.
  • Hackensack Meridian Health
    Visit Hackensack Meridian Health on the field and get your unique giveaways!
  • Dunkin'
    The Giants Run on Dunkin'! Get your free coffee sample, Dunkin' swag, gift cards, and a picture with Icey Joe on-field at the Draft Party!
  • Wendy's
    Play cornhole and spin the wheel with Wendy's to win great prizes and coupons from Wendy's! Upon entry to the Draft Party, the first 10,000 guests will also receive a free Wendy's frosty key tag.
  • HSS
    Come check out the offerings from HSS, the World's #1 in Orthopedics. Choose better. Move better. HSS is the Official Hospital of the New York Giants.

LOCKER ROOM

Fans will have access to the Giants Locker Room via the Moody's Tunnel on field level.

MOODY'S PLAZA

Giants Legends will sign autographs on the plaza from 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM, plus these sponsor activations.

  • Ford
    Show your Giants spirit and get a Draft Party rally towel when you visit your Local Ford Stores on the plaza!
  • PNC Bank
    Since 2004, PNC Grow Up Great® has helped children from birth to age 5 discover their love of learning. By supporting and delivering engaging programs, experiences and resources, we're helping to create a world of opportunities for the next generation and beyond. For Draft Day 2025, the PNC Grow Up Great team will be on-site providing fun and educational give-a-ways and children will have the opportunity to color fun animal masks.
  • Ticketmaster
    Stop by the Ticketmaster Alumni Zone from 6:30pm to 8:00pm to meet Giants Legends Plaxico Burress, Hakeem Nicks, Henry Hynoski and Jonathan Casillas!

CONCESSIONS & TEAM STORE

Concession stands will be open on the plaza and the 100-level Concourse with food and beverages available for purchase. Guests can enjoy value items, including $2 waters, $3 pretzels, and $7 value meals at Franks Stands. Kosher food will be available for purchase.

The Team Store will be open. Giants Draft Party will be a cash-free event.

We look forward to seeing you on April 24th!

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