The Penguins are loading up their 2026-27 home schedule with a full slate of theme nights, giving fans 22 different promotions across the season and a pair of stops that nod to major franchise milestones.
One of the biggest dates comes Nov. 14, when Pittsburgh hosts the Ottawa Senators for the second annual Hall of Fame Game. Before puck drop, the Penguins will induct their 2026 class into the Penguins Hall of Fame.
Another celebration is set for Jan. 31, when the team marks the 10th anniversary of its 2017 Stanley Cup championship. That night will include a pregame ceremony, and every fan in the building will receive a commemorative championship ring.
The Penguins will also ring in the New Year on Jan. 1 against the Minnesota Wild, with a Zambelli indoor fireworks show scheduled after the game.
Beyond those marquee events, the promotional calendar is built to keep things moving all season long. The team’s “Drawn to the Game” series returns for 11 games, spotlighting Pittsburgh’s heritage, culture and community with artist-designed wearable items.
Dollar Dog Games are back, too, and this season they’ll be part of all four regular-season home games on Monday.
There’s also an expanded college series on the schedule, featuring co-branded athletic rugby shirts and a bobblehead honoring longtime Penguins anthem singer Jeff Jimerson.
From October through December, fans can pick up Item of the Month ticket packages for select games. The featured items will include an Oktoberfest stein, the Zamboni gravy boat and an Iceburgh nutcracker.
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