Short answer: Kyle Lowry's No. 7 jersey will be retired on Sunday, January 10, 2027, after the Raptors host the Philadelphia 76ers at Scotiabank Arena (6:00 PM tip-off). It caps GROAT Weekend: a Lowry T-shirt giveaway on Thursday, January 7 vs Minnesota and a Lowry bobblehead on Friday, January 8 vs Utah. You need a ticket to the January 10 game to be in the building for the ceremony.
Lowry becomes only the second player in franchise history to have his number retired, after Vince Carter's No. 15 in November 2024. As a Raptors season seat holder myself, I can tell you this is the one regular-season date of 2026–27 that fans have been circling since the announcement. Here's what's happening each night, how the timing works, and how to get Raptors January 10 tickets without paying resale-site fees.
Kyle Lowry jersey retirement: the three GROAT nights
The Raptors are calling it GROAT Weekend, for "Greatest Raptor of All Time". Three home games in four days build up to the ceremony:
| Date | Opponent | Tip-off (ET) | What's happening |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thu, Jan 7, 2027 | Minnesota Timberwolves | 7:30 PM | GROAT Night: collectible Kyle Lowry T-shirt giveaway |
| Fri, Jan 8, 2027 | Utah Jazz | 7:30 PM | GROAT Night: limited-edition Kyle Lowry bobblehead giveaway |
| Sun, Jan 10, 2027 | Philadelphia 76ers | 6:00 PM | No. 7 raised to the rafters after the game |
Philadelphia is a fitting opponent: it is Lowry's hometown.
Why Lowry is the GROAT
Lowry spent nine seasons in Toronto, from 2012–13 to 2020–21, and the numbers explain the nickname:
- Franchise leader in assists (4,277), three-pointers made (1,518) and steals (873)
- Second in franchise history in games played (601) and points (10,540)
- Six straight All-Star selections as a Raptor
- Starting point guard on the 2019 NBA championship team, the only title in franchise history
For a lot of Toronto fans, though, it's less about the stat sheet and more about the charges taken, the loose balls and the years of carrying the team before 2019. That's why this ticket is in demand.
What to expect on January 10
The ceremony comes after the final buzzer
The Raptors have said the jersey goes up following the game, not before it. That changes how you plan the night:
- Don't leave early. In most games, people start heading for the exits in a blowout. On January 10, the main event starts when the game ends.
- Plan a later trip home. A 6:00 PM Sunday tip-off plus a postgame ceremony will likely run well past 9:00 PM. If you're taking the GO Train or TTC from Union Station, check the last departures before you go.
- Doors and security lines will be busier than a normal Sunday. Check the doors time on your ticket and arrive early.
January 10 will be the hardest ticket of the weekend
On our own board, the January 10 game sits in the highest demand tier of the entire Raptors home schedule. The two GROAT nights before it, January 7 and 8, are priced like ordinary mid-season games. If the ceremony is what you care about, buy January 10 early. If you mainly want the T-shirt or the bobblehead, Thursday and Friday are the easier tickets.
Do the GROAT giveaways come with a resale ticket?
Yes. A ticket transferred to you from a season seat holder through Ticketmaster is a valid ticket in your own account, so it counts like any other. How you get the item depends on what it is:
- T-shirts (January 7): Raptors T-shirt giveaways are usually left on the seats, so the shirt is waiting at your seat whoever bought the ticket.
- Bobbleheads (January 8): bobbleheads are handed out at the doors, usually to a limited number of fans, so arrive early.
If a specific item matters to you, check the details the Raptors announce closer to the date.
How to get Raptors January 10 tickets without fees
Every listing on Tickets 4 Fans comes from a personally verified Raptors season seat holder. The price you see, in CAD, is the price you pay, with no buyer fees, no seller commission and no processing fees. It works like this:
- Open the Raptors vs 76ers, January 10 game page (or the January 7 or January 8 pages for the giveaway nights).
- Message the seller on WhatsApp to confirm the section, row and seats.
- Pay the seller directly by Interac e-Transfer.
- Accept the official Ticketmaster transfer into your own account.
We never hold your money, so follow the safe-buying steps: only accept an official transfer, and never treat a screenshot as a ticket. If nothing is listed yet for the seats you want, check back as the date gets closer: season seat holders list as their plans firm up. For game-day bargains, Last Minute Deals ($5/month) sends same-day deal alerts for Toronto home games. For how the whole process works, see the full buyer guide.
Every other Raptors theme night this season
GROAT Weekend is the headline, but it isn't the only specialty night of 2026–27. The full list of theme and giveaway nights is in our Raptors Specialty Nights 2026–27 guide, updated as the team confirms them.
FAQ
When is Kyle Lowry's jersey retirement?
Sunday, January 10, 2027, at Scotiabank Arena. The Raptors play the Philadelphia 76ers at 6:00 PM ET, and Lowry's No. 7 is raised after the game.
Is the Lowry ceremony before or after the game?
After. The Raptors have said the jersey will be retired following the January 10 game, so stay in your seat at the final buzzer.
What are the GROAT Nights giveaways?
A collectible Kyle Lowry T-shirt on Thursday, January 7 vs Minnesota, and a limited-edition Kyle Lowry bobblehead on Friday, January 8 vs Utah. Both games tip off at 7:30 PM ET.
Which Raptors numbers are retired?
Vince Carter's No. 15, retired in November 2024, and Kyle Lowry's No. 7 from January 10, 2027. Lowry is only the second Raptor to receive the honour.
Do I get the giveaway if I buy a resale ticket?
Yes. A transferred ticket counts like any other. T-shirts are usually left on the seats, and bobbleheads are handed out at the doors to a limited number of fans, so arrive early on January 8.
How do I buy Raptors January 10 tickets without fees?
Buy from a verified season seat holder on Tickets 4 Fans. You pay the listed price by Interac e-Transfer and receive an official Ticketmaster transfer, with no added fees.
Want to be there when No. 7 goes up? See verified January 10 listings from Raptors season seat holders.