***UPDATED 12/29/23 @ 8:47am*** The big ODR game on New Year’s Day is on Monday! Updated daily, here is a list of 13 hockey-related happenings in Seattle and on TV around the 41st outdoor game in National Hockey League history. All times are Pacific Standard.
7-9:30pm | Seattle Kraken VS Philadelphia Flyers @ Climate Pledge Arena 🏒
This will be Seattle’s last tune-up before the Winter Classic, and face a Philly team ranked near the top of the Eastern Conference. The Kraken are 2-2 all time against the Flyers- winning both matchups last season.
10am-12pm | 2024 Discover NHL Winter Classic Legacy Event @ Verlo Playfield, Tacoma 🧑🏽🤝🧑🏽
A ceremonial groundbreaking and community celebration with the NHL, Seattle Kraken, One Roof Foundation and Virginia Mason Franciscan Health partnering together to refurbish an outdoor play space in conjunction with Metro Parks Tacoma.
11am-1pm | The Stanley Cup @ Kraken Community Iceplex 🏆
Come see the Stanley Cup at the Iceplex ahead of the 2024 Discover NHL Winter Classic! This event is free and open to the public.
7pm-2am | Winter Hockey Hall @ Queen Anne Beer Hall 🎉
Home to the biggest sports watch parties in the PNW, The Hall welcomes all Seattle hockey fans and those traveling to the Emerald City for the big game at Mariners ballpark. Wear your best jersey for free raffles, Emerald City Hockey’s Deep Dive podcast, a set by DJ Luckystrike and a chance to win tickets to the big game on New Year’s Day! Auction proceeds will help Seattle Youth Hockey Assist and other local hockey organizations. Free admission at the door.
7pm-12am | Cheers! to the Winter Classic @ Emerald City Trapeze Arts 🥳
Hang out with hockey greats, past and present like Wayne Gretzky, Paul Bissonnette, and Eddie Olczyk while enjoying trapeze artists, acrobatics shows, silks performers, magicians, jugglers, comedians, and more. Enjoy non-stop eats by Blue Ribbon Catering, unlimited beverages from our sponsors, all while supporting The NHL Alumni Association. Tickets are $499 + fees through Eventbrite.
9a & 11am (Closed to the Public) | Team Practices @ T-Mobile Park 🥅
The Golden Knights and Kraken will take to the ice for the first time at T-Mobile Park for team practices on Sunday, Dec. 31. NHL Social, NHL Network and NHL.com will provide full coverage of the team skates.
Approx. 4:30-8pm | Enterprise NHL Fan Village @ Lumen Field’s North Parking Lot 🎡
After the Seahawks/Steelers game, a free fan festival will be open to the public in Sodo. The NHL and its corporate partners will treat hockey fans to many fun interactions and experiences, including family-friendly hockey interactives, a Fanatics official merchandise trailer, giveaways, food, a bar, and a special appearances including the artist S. Preston and the Stanley Cup! Metal detectors and bag searches will be used and no bags larger than 4”x6”x1.5” will be allowed. For the most up-to-date info, fans should visit NHL.com/FanVillage or download the NHL Fan Access App. Experiences include:
9am-5pm | TNT & Bleacher Report’s Open Ice Breakaway Party @ The Boxyard Sodo 🎶
A free indoor/outdoor event right across the street from T-Mobile Park featuring live music from Seattle’s own The Head and the Heart at 10:45am along and Fitz and the Tantrums at 3:30pm. Also hosting a variety of hockey-themed experiences with and outdoor rink, slapshot challenge, and a fish toss! Food trucks, ice sculptures, and photo ops on hand. Previously known as Pyramid Alehouse, The Boxyard is the newest pre-game, during game, and post-game destination in Sodo! Enjoy a great menu at Hatback Bar & Grill, Metier brews at Steelhead Alley, and a large video board in Victory Hall to watch all the biggest games! Special event elements include:
9-11:30am | Enterprise NHL Fan Village @ Lumen Field’s North Parking Lot 🎡
Before the Winter Classic, a free fan festival will be open to the public in Sodo. The NHL and its corporate partners will treat hockey fans to many fun interactions and experiences, including family-friendly hockey interactives, a Fanatics official merchandise trailer, giveaways, food, a bar, and a special appearances including the artist S. Preston and the Stanley Cup! Metal detectors and bag searches will be used and no bags larger than 4”x6”x1.5” will be allowed. For the most up-to-date info, fans should visit NHL.com/FanVillage or download the NHL Fan Access App. See more info in this article on 12/31.
10:30am | The Road to the Winter Classic Presented by Enterprise @ TNT-TV and HBO Max 📺
Fourth and final episode. The “Road To The NHL Winter Classic” reality television series was first introduced in 2010 leading up to the 2011 Winter Classic at Heinz Field in Pittsburgh. The behind-the-scenes series has been a staple for hockey fans, offering engaging storylines and unrestricted access to the teams set to face off outdoors.
12pm | The 2024 Bridgestone NHL Winter Classic @ T-Mobile Park 🏟️
The Seattle Kraken host the defending Stanley Cup Champion Vegas Golden Knights at T-Mobile Park- home of Major League Baseball’s Seattle Mariners. Gates open at 10am. Metal detectors and bag searches will be used and no bags larger than 4”x6”x1.5” will be allowed. In-game entertainment will include Heart, Sir Mix-A-Lot and Nikhil Bagga. This will be the 12th MLB stadium to host an NHL outdoor game, and only the 5th location on the West Coast of North America. Vegas travels to the PNW second in the Western Conference standings, and an 8-1 overall record against Seattle. Tickets start at $139 on TickPick.
12pm | Winter Classic Watch Parties @ Various Locations on TNT-TV 📺
Don’t have a ticket to the ODR? No problem! These great Seattle hockey bars have you covered:
Queen Anne Beer Hall
Hatback Bar & Grille in Sodo
The Angry Beaver Bar in Greenwood
Moonshine BBQ in Lynnwood
Mossy Bay Hall in Kirkland
Cairde Public House in Lower Queen Anne
Rough & Tumble in Ballard
32 Bar & Grill in Northgate
3-7pm | Enterprise NHL Fan Village @ Lumen Field’s North Parking Lot 🎡
After the Winter Classic, a free fan festival will be open to the public in Sodo. The NHL and its corporate partners will treat hockey fans to many fun interactions and experiences, including family-friendly hockey interactives, a Fanatics official merchandise trailer, giveaways, food, a bar, and a special appearances including the artist S. Preston and the Stanley Cup! Metal detectors and bag searches will be used and no bags larger than 4”x6”x1.5” will be allowed. For the most up-to-date info, fans should visit NHL.com/FanVillage or download the NHL Fan Access App. See more info in this article on 12/31.
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