Season 5 of Stranger Things drops on Netflix on November 26, and the excitement is already reaching a fever pitch. Fans have spent weeks speculating about everything from episode lengths to potential plot twists. And now, they’re in for a real treat. To celebrate the series’ long-awaited return and Stranger Things Day on November 6, Netflix is giving NYC fans a chance to win free tickets to Stranger Things: The First Shadow.
Running from November 4–8, the Broadway production will host a special Hawkins High School Homecoming Week at the Marquis Theatre, featuring immersive fan experiences and exclusive giveaways. It’s the ultimate way for super-fans to step into the Stranger Things universe ahead of Season 5’s premiere.
Stranger Things: The First Shadow on Broadway
Directed by Stephen Daldry and Justin Martin, with a script by Stranger Things writer Kate Trefry, the play is a visual feast. In fact, its stellar cast, incredible set design, and ambitious effort to bring sci-fi to the stage have made it the most Tony Award–winning play of the year
Set in 1959 Hawkins, Indiana, the play serves as a prequel to Season 1 and gives fans a deeper insight into Henry Creel’s (or rather, Vecna’s) backstory. It also introduces teenage versions of fan-favorite characters Jim Hopper and Joyce Maldonado. And Trefry has even hinted that the play may hide a few Easter eggs for Season 5.
Hawkins High Homecoming Week and how to get free tickets
Running November 4th–9th, Hawkins High Homecoming Week gives fans the chance to win free tickets to Stranger Things: The First Shadow, along with exclusive freebies, photo ops, and themed fan events across NYC.
🎟️Tuesday, November 4th: Free Tickets To ‘Stranger Things: The First Shadow’ at Raising Cane’s (Times Square)
Head to the in-store DJ booth at Raising Cane’s (1501 Broadway) from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., where free tickets will be given away every hour. In addition, the first 200 attendees at Tuesday night’s performance will also receive a Box Combo® Card for a free meal, and guests can craft friendship bracelets in the theater lobby.
📸Wednesday, November 5th: Picture Day with Lifetouch
On Wednesday, Lifetouch is hosting a nostalgic yearbook-style photo day at the Marquis Theatre. Guests are encouraged to arrive in costume or their best school-picture-day looks to Wednesday evening’s show.
🌀Thursday, November 6th: Stranger Things Day
Commemorating the anniversary of Will Byers’ disappearance, attendees will receive special edition window cards. Plus, Thursday’s audience will also experience an exclusive post-show cast talkback.
Throughout the week, fans can also check out Funko’s new “Pop! Yourself” collection, featuring customizable Stranger Things figurines inspired by the upcoming fifth and final season.
Stranger Things 5 premieres with the first four episodes on Thanksgiving, followed by three episodes on Christmas, and the finale on New Year’s Eve.