It’s never too early to start planning ahead, right?
The Dallas Stars released their promotional schedule for the 2025-26 season on Monday. It includes the team’s recognition nights, giveaways and theme nights.
Some of the highlights include Pickleball Night, in which fans can get a limited edition Stars pickleball paddle, Mikko Rantanen bobblehead night, three different Retro Nights, Texas Rangers Night, Video Game Night and more.
In what will probably be the most popular promotion of the year, you should probably plan to get to the American Airlines Center early on November 4 when the Stars take on the Oilers if you want to land your own Rantanen bobblehead.
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See the full schedule below.
Home opener: Oct. 14 vs. Wild
Fans can score a magnet schedule at the Stars’ first home game of the year
College nights
The Stars are partnering with 10 local colleges, and you can purchase a ticket through the Stars’ campaign to get a co-branded hat split between the Stars and that night’s college. Texas, Texas A&M, Texas Tech, UT-Dallas, North Texas, SMU, Oklahoma State, UT-Arlington and Baylor are each represented in the promotion.
See the dates for each college’s night here.
Pickleball Night: Oct. 23 vs. Kings
Each discounted ticket purchased through the Stars’ offer will include a Dallas Stars Volair Pickleball Paddle.
Halloween: Oct. 28 vs. Capitals
Enjoy a spooky evening at the AAC in your favorite Halloween costume as Dallas faces Washington.
Mikko Bobblehead Night: Nov. 4 vs. Oilers
Get there early if you want to land a Mikko bobblehead! Doors open at 5:30 p.m. and fans will probably be lining up well before then to get their bobblehead of the Moose.
Military and Veterans Appreciation Night: Nov. 9 vs. Kraken
A limited number of military-themed hats will be given out to early-arriving fans. Doors open at 4:30 p.m. and puck drops at 6 p.m.
Dallas Stars Hall of Fame Celebration Night: Nov. 15 vs. Flyers
The team is honoring Ralph Strangis and Joe Nieuwendyk for their induction into the Dallas Stars Hall of Fame. Fans can get a commemorative poster upon entry.
Daryl “Razor” Reaugh Hockey HOF Celebration: Nov. 18 vs. Islanders
The Stars’ longtime color analyst is being inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame and the team is celebrating his achievement with a night full of “Razor-isms”
Scout Night: Nov. 18 vs. Islanders
Tickets purchased through the Stars’ promotion will come with a custom Stars scout patch.
Retro Nights: Nov. 28 vs. Mammoth, Nov. 30 vs. Senators, Jan. 23 vs. Blues
The Stars say that Retro Night will include “an entertaining show that blends nostalgic throwbacks with the sport of hockey.”
Hockey Fights Cancer Night: Dec. 5 vs. Sharks
The Stars will be fighting against cancer on Hockey Fights Cancer Night and “I Fight For” cards will be available for fans who would like to honor loved ones who have dealt with cancer.
Holiday Games: Dec. 13 vs. Panthers, Dec. 15 vs. Kings, Dec. 21 vs. Maple Leafs
These three home games will be embracing the holiday season as the Stars get in the Christmas spirit.
New Year’s Eve Game: Dec. 31 vs. Sabres
Go ring in the New Year at the AAC in a New Year’s Eve-themed night as the Stars face the Sabres.
Teacher Appreciation Night: Jan. 4 vs. Canadiens
The Stars are giving away a teacher appreciation tote cooler bag to fans who purchase tickets through the team’s “Teacher Tickets” offer.
Kids Day: Jan. 18 vs. Lightning
Kids ages 13 and under will get a special giveaway upon entry while supplies last.
Texas Rangers Night: Jan. 20 vs. Bruins
Are you a baseball fan and a hockey fan? You can scratch both those itches on Rangers Night at the AAC when a limited number of tickets will be available through an offer that will include a co-branded Stars-Rangers baseball jersey.
Black History Night: Feb. 4 vs. Blues
The Stars are celebrating Black History Month and will be giving away a Black History Night poster at the door.
Career Fair: Feb. 25 vs. Kraken
The Stars are hosting a career fair in the afternoon at the AAC for anyone wanting to work in sports. Purchasing a ticket to the career fair includes access to the Stars’ game against the Kraken.
Country Western Night: Feb. 25 vs. Kraken
Career Fair Night will have a country twist to it, too! There will be an unspecified giveaway to early-arriving fans.
Video Game Night: March 6 vs. Avalanche
The Stars say that this theme night will have “an entertaining show that blends your favorite video game concepts with the sport of hockey.” Tickets bought through their theme night link will include an Optic Gaming co-branded jersey.
Noche Mexicana: March 10 vs. Golden Knights
Early-arriving fans can enjoy some Mexican cuisine and more on the plaza, including a replica fútbol jersey upon entry to the AAC. The game will include performances by various Mexican-American artists.
First Responders Night: March 16 vs. Mammoth
All tickets purchased through the Stars’ Responders Night promotional link will include a Stars-First Responders co-branded hat.
Pride Night: March 24 vs. Devils
The Stars will celebrate the LGBTQIA+ community during this game and early-arriving fans will receive Pride Night themed socks.
Alumni Game: April 4 vs. Avalanche
After the Stars face the Avalanche in a playoff rematch, some Dallas Stars Alumni will take the ice for the annual alumni game.
Fan Appreciation Night: April 11 vs. Rangers
On the final home game of the season, the Stars will be celebrating their fans with special giveaways and prizes throughout the evening.
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