DAYTON – While most of the attention during the three phases of the University of Dayton Arena Transformation has been on the center-hung video boards, the new seats throughout the Arena and new premium areas for fans all over the building, the concession areas have not been left untouched.
In Phases II and III of the Transformation, all 12 permanent concession stand have been renovated, including adding capability for new items and new digital menu boards. Key food offerings include:
• Donato's Pizza
• Lee's chicken strips and double dippers
• McAlister's Deli sandwiches and sweet tea
• Company 7 BBQ *NEW* BBQ pulled pork and brisket sandwiches, smoked sausage sandwich, chili brisket chili, nachos with chili, pulled pork or brisket
• Kroger Fly By *NEW* Kroger and Simple Truth branded snacks available in addition to bottled and draft beer and Pepsi products
• Mar-chele pretzels
• Dippin Dots will be located in the northeast corner of the concourse near the Bud Light Landing elevator
• A Couple of Nuts products available at all concession stands and most beer kiosks
• At the two Rudy Flyer Grill stands, grill items like the Rudy Flyer jumbo dog, hamburgers, cheeseburgers, grilled chicken sandwiches, cheddar peppercorn smoked sausage, hot dogs, grilled shrimp or fish tacos, french fries and chili are available.
Key beverage options consist of:
• Various Pepsi products, including Pepsi, Diet Pepsi, Mountain Dew, Sierra Mist, Dr. Pepper, Gatorade and Aquafina water
• Various domestic and imported beers, with more than 35 craft beers including several local brews
• Bud Light Landing *NEW* on the Upper East Side landing that has Bud Light, Budweiser and Michelob Ultra draft beers and limited food offerings
• 12 *NEW* draft (domestic, import and craft beers) portable kiosks will be located around the concourse
• In addition, more than 20 beer taps will be available in the Connor Flight Deck
Locations and specific stand menus are available on the Dayton Flyers GameDay App.
Two special groups of fans will have attractive options to purchase their concessions.
Fifth Third customers can show and use their Fifth Third credit and/or debit card to receive a 10% discount on your food order at all 12 permanent stands (discount does not apply to alcohol purchases).
UD students can use their Flyer Express card at the two stands closest to the student section on the north side of the Arena.
The completion of the Arena Transformation has also allowed for the expansion of the Cincinnati Bell Fioptics Free Wi-Fi to the entire Arena. This will permit fans to enjoy several Game Experience Enhancements at games this season.
UD Arena Wi-Fi, presented by Cincinnati Bell
Frictionless connectivity has been added so returning fans can connect easier.
Dayton Flyers Gameday App, presented by Premier Health
The Dayton Flyers Gameday App tested last season has been updated, and is the place to go for all game day information, including updated UD Arena maps, concessions menus, special offers from sponsors, live stats, access to My Flyer Ticket Accounts, the WHIO Radio feed, interactive in-arena games (must be in-arena) and much more. Fans should be sure to opt-in for push notifications to receive important game day information and special offers from sponsors.
Gameday Programs
Men's basketball game day programs will now be printed on a quarterly basis, and include more information for fans, including more information about the Flyers coaches and student-athletes, and feature stories on the history of UD Arena. In addition to the traditional printing, Gameday programs will also be available digitally under the "Fan Guide" header in the Dayton Flyers Gameday App.
Fifth Third Flyer Perks
Fifth Third Bank customers receive special perks at Dayton Basketball games.
Special Fifth Third Bank UD Arena Concessions Discount
Fifth Third Bank customers receive 10% off concession stand purchases at the 12 permanent stands (excluding alcohol) at UD Arena by showing and using a Fifth Third Bank debit or credit card.
Free O-Lot Parking for Dayton Men's Basketball Games
Fifth Third Bank customers receive FREE O-lot parking for all Dayton men's basketball home games by showing a Fifth Third Bank debit or credit card at the entrance to the lot. Space is limited.
Season-Long Fan In-Game Experience Enhancements
• NEW! INTERACTIVE GAMES – Play the videoboard games on your phone! The Interactive Game Card will automatically appear on the home page of the Dayton Flyers Gameday App when you are inside UD Arena.
• Goodwill | Easterseals Race – INTERACTIVE -- Go to the Interactive Games card, and help your car win the videoboard race!
• Bud Light Trivia - INTERACTIVE (Men's and Women's Basketball) -- Go to the Interactive Games card, and test your knowledge of UD Arena, Dayton Basketball, and general trivia. Takes place near the end of halftime.
• Fifth Third Bank Class of the Game (Men's Basketball) -- Dayton Athletics and Fifth Third Bank celebrate our local students.
• Donato's Pizza Delivery (Men's & Women's Basketball) -- Stand up and cheer for your chance to win a Donato's pizza!
• White Allen Celebration of UD Arena (Men's Basketball) -- Celebrate the 50th Anniversary of UD Arena throughout the season.
• Lee's Famous Recipe Chicken Dance for Your Dinner (Men's and Women's Basketball) -- Get up out of your seat and dance for your chance to win Lee's chicken!
• Superior Dental Smile of the Game (Men's & Women's Basketball) -- Show those pearly whites for your chance to be featured on the videoboard!
• Elk & Elk Dance Cam (Men's and Women's Basketball) -- Show those dance moves for your chance to be featured on the videoboard!
• Dayton School of Medical Massage Fan of the Game (Men's Basketball) -- One lucky fan will win a special Dayton School of Medical Massage prize pack.
• Furst The Florist Flower Delivery (Men's Basketball) -- One lucky fan receives a flower delivery, courtesy of Furst The Florist.
• Great Clips Hair and Emoji Cam (Men's and Women's Basketball) -- Stay alert because you could be given a new look.
• WHIO Player of the Game (Men's Basketball) -- Vote for the WHIO Player of the Game online.
• Kroger #Dayton6th Hashtag -- Remember to use #Dayton6th when posting to social media, and you could make an appearance on the videoboard.
• Lee's Famous Recipe Chicken "Fowl" Shot Counter (Men's Basketball) -- If the Flyers' opponent misses six (6) free-throws, fans can show a screenshot of their Gameday App notification at a Dayton-area Lee's for a FREE 2-piece Jumbo Breast Strip Snack. Valid for 72 hours after the game.
