As the 2024 Memorial Cup gears up for a face-off in Saginaw, the off-ice entertainment roster is scoring its own headline-worthy talent. Grammy-nominated country star Walker Hayes is slated to perform at the festivities, amping up the excitement for hockey fans and music lovers alike. Hayes is scheduled to take the stage at Jolt Credit Union Event Park on the eve of the championship game, Saturday, June 1 at 6 p.m., according to WNEM.

Tickets for the country singer's show will hit the market on March 22 at 10 a.m., via Ticketmaster. But, dedicated hockey fans who've already committed to full tournament or two-game ticket packages get an early shot at grabbing passes for Hayes' performance. WNEM reports, these fans will receive pre-sale links and codes Wednesday evening, with the pre-sale running from Thursday at 10 a.m. until, Friday at 9:59 a.m.

Hayes fans and hockey enthusiasts alike are all abuzz with the news that the "Fancy Like" singer will grace Saginaw with what's expected to be a show-stopping performance. Scheduled to take place the night before the 2024 Memorial Cup’s Championship Game, on Saturday, June 1 at 6:00 p.m., County music star and GRAMMY-nominated artist Walker Hayes will serenade hundreds of fans, Mid-Michigan NOW detailed.

A slew of off-ice events are also teed up to entertain fans throughout the event's duration, including the Arrival of the Cup, featuring parades and remarks from distinguished guests, and a Hockey Hall of Fame exhibit showcasing coveted artifacts. For details on the off-ice excitement "including interactive skills games, face painting, a STEM science station, live music, and a speaker series throughout the week," fans can check out the lineup on oursportscentral.

With the combo of top-tier hockey and a country music hitmaker in Hayes with tickets for individual games starting at $50-60, fans have a shot at catching the action live. Full-tournament packages begin at $385, promising a front-row seat to every adrenaline-charged moment.