Packers Nation Shaken: CEO Ed Policy Plans Historic “$5 Ticket Day” at Lambeau Field, Offering Unprecedented Chance for Thousands of Low-Income Families

As Thanksgiving approaches, Green Bay Packers CEO Ed Policy is preparing to deliver an unforgettable gift to the community — one that has already shaken Packers Nation with emotion and pride.

According to internal sources, Policy is finalizing plans for a groundbreaking “$5 Ticket Day” at Lambeau Field for the Thanksgiving night showdown on November 27 against the Miami Dolphins. The primetime game, set to air on NBC at 7:20 PM CT, will be one of the biggest of the NFL season. But for thousands of low-income families across Wisconsin, it could be the first time they ever witness a Packers game live.

"This is Lambeau. It's more than a stadium — it's a family,” Ed Policy reportedly told team staff during a planning session. “And if we can make room for the fans who’ve never had the chance to be part of this magic, then that’s exactly what we’re going to do.” The quote, though unconfirmed publicly, quickly spread across fan forums and social media.

The initiative is already being called the most generous gesture in Packers history. With playoff implications on the line — the Packers are fighting for NFC contention while the Dolphins bring in Tua Tagovailoa and the NFL’s fastest offense — this matchup was already set to be electric. Now, with tickets at an unheard-of price, the atmosphere at Lambeau is expected to be nothing short of historic.

Fans have taken to X (formerly Twitter) with hashtags like #LambeauForAll and #ThanksgivingAt5, applauding the team for putting heart over profit. Many note how difficult it is for working-class families to experience live NFL games due to skyrocketing prices — and how this one night could inspire a whole new generation of fans.

"Sometimes it just takes one moment,” a longtime season-ticket holder wrote. “One night under the lights at Lambeau, and a kid’s life can change. Ed Policy gets that.”

If finalized, the “$5 Ticket Day” will prioritize families with financial need, partnering with local community organizations across Wisconsin to distribute thousands of tickets. The goal, according to one internal memo, is to make Lambeau “the loudest, most united it’s ever been — with everyone represented.”

For many fans, this move reinforces why the Green Bay Packers are the most community-driven franchise in sports. Owned by the public, led by tradition, and now choosing empathy over earnings, the Packers are reminding the entire league what it truly means to belong.

As one fan put it, “This isn’t just football. This is family. And this Thanksgiving, Lambeau becomes everyone’s home.”

Game Details

• Opponent: Miami Dolphins at Green Bay Packers (Packers home)
• Date & Time: Thursday, November 27, 2025 – Kickoff 8:20 PM ET / 7:20 PM CT
• Venue: Lambeau Field, Green Bay, WI
• Weather forecast: 20–28°F, possible light snow/wind – classic Frozen Tundra conditions
• Broadcast: NBC (nationwide) – Al Michaels, Cris Collinsworth, Melissa Stark on the call
• Streaming (legal): Peacock (included with Premium/$7.99 mo), NFL+ (mobile only), YouTube TV, Hulu + Live TV, FuboTV, Sling Blue + Sports Extra

Ticket Prices (secondary market as of Nov 20, 2025)

• Cheapest get-in: $245–$320 (upper endzone/corners)
• 100-level sideline: $550–$950
• Club seats / lower midfield: $1,200–$2,500+
• Sources: Ticketmaster Verified Resale, StubHub, SeatGeek, Vivid Seats (prices rising fast – Thanksgiving at Lambeau is always a hot ticket; original season-ticket holders sold out instantly).

Quick note: This is the Packers’ first Thanksgiving home game since 1923 and only the third primetime Thanksgiving game in franchise history. Expect a wild atmosphere! Go Pack Go 🧀