The Manitoba Moose are back at Canada Life Centre this weekend with a pair of games against the Texas Stars, and the club is leaning all the way into the occasion. Friday’s puck drop is set for 7 p.m., with Sunday’s matchup scheduled for 2 p.m.
There’s no shortage of reasons to show up, starting with Friday’s return of Moose Friday to the home schedule. Fans can grab a 12-ounce Budweiser or Bud Light draft for $6 at select concessions throughout the night, and the club is also offering the Finish Line Fridays combo that pairs a ticket with a beverage.
Friday also brings the debut of the Friday Moosic Series. Winnipeg band Lotai will perform as Chappell Roan on the Samsung Stage, with music set for pre-game and intermission entertainment.
Sunday shifts into Fairytale Day, one of the more popular promo games on the calendar. Fans are encouraged to dress as their favorite fairytale characters, take in the concourse atmosphere, and visit with a number of characters around the building.
Princess story time is set for before the game and again during intermissions on the south concourse. The Sunday Family Bundle starts at $128 and includes four tickets, two hot dogs, two large fountain beverages and two hot dog kids packs.
The hockey itself has given fans plenty to like so far. Manitoba is 3-1-0-0 through four games and has outscored opponents 18-6. That puts the Moose third in the AHL in goals scored and third fewest allowed.
Noah Gregor has been driving the offense early with seven points, including four goals and three assists, while rookie Kevin He has scored three goals in the opening stretch of his pro career.
The weekend also marks the return of the Happy Moose third jerseys, which are back for another season and will make their 2026-27 debut in both games. Brayden Yager, Alfons Freij and other Winnipeg Jets prospects will wear the city-themed look on home ice.
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