THUNDERBOLTS ANNOUNCE 2017-18 PROMOTIONAL SCHEDULE
Evansville Thunderbolts announced today this season’s promotional schedule. Evansville’s 28-home game schedule at Ford Center will include five specialty jersey nights, four giveaway nights and more.
Evansville’s season kicks off on Saturday, Oct. 21 when the Peoria Rivermen descend onto Ford Center, presented by E is for Everyone. Opening Night highlights the first promotion of the year! The Thunderbolts will be handing out free magnet schedules to fans as they come in through the doors.
Other giveaways include youth jerseys on Saturday, Dec. 9, a collectible bobblehead on Friday, March 16 and an official 2017-18 team poster for Fan Appreciation Night on Friday, April 6.
The team will be wearing special theme night jerseys for five games this season. Fright Night on Saturday, Oct. 28 will feature a fire and brimstone jersey to haunt fans. New this year is Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Night on Saturday, Dec. 2, which will feature a TMNT-themed jersey. Star Wars returns to Ford Center on Saturday, Jan. 20 with a frigid Hoth-inspired jersey (Empire Strikes Back). Super Hero Night is back on Saturday, Feb. 24, with a jersey that would make the god of lightning and thunder proud. Finally, Old Time Hockey on Saturday, March 24 is set to be the game where we auction off our red throwback jerseys, which the team will only be wearing for five games this year. All specialty jerseys will be auctioned off following their respective games.
Military Night on Friday, Nov. 17 is a time for the organization to pay its respects and honor those who have served or are currently serving in the armed forces. It’s also a time for the city to remember its contribution to the war effort during WWII, when Evansville was home to a P-47 Thunderbolts’ manufacturer. All servicemen and women will receive one free ticket — with a valid military ID — and friends and family can receive a ticket for only $5!
New Year’s Eve will be one to remember as the Thunderbolts will be setting off fireworks on the ice following the game! This season will also mark the return of wiener dog races at Ford Center on Saturday, Jan. 27.
Season tickets are as low as $11 per game. To order your tickets for next season, call 812-422-BOLT.
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DATE |
PROMOTION |
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Saturday, Oct. 21 |
Opening Night presented by E is for Everyone |
Celebrate with us as we kickoff the 2017-18 season. Free magnet schedule giveaway! |
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Tuesday, Oct. 24 |
Education Day presented by Berry Global |
Area schools are invited to learn about the health, math, geography and science of ice hockey and the SPHL. |
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Saturday, Oct. 28 |
Fright Night |
Come dressed as your favorite ghoul or ghost as we celebrate Halloween. Special Halloween jersey will be auctioned off after the game. |
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Friday, Nov. 17 |
Military Night |
Help us give thanks to our military as we salute those who have served or are currently serving. Free ticket to any servicemen or servicewomen, as well as $5 tickets for friends and family. Season ticket holders will receive a free game night program. |
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Friday, Dec. 1 |
Teddy Bear Toss |
Grab your teddy bears and stuffed animals and get ready to throw them onto the ice the moment the Thunderbolts score their first goal. All stuffed animals collected will go towards 911 Gives Hope. |
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Saturday, Dec. 2 |
TMNT Night presented by Dominos |
Cowabunga! The Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles are hitting the Ford Center with a TMNT-inspired specialty jersey! Jersey auction after the game! |
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Friday, Dec. 8 |
Scout Night |
Area boy and cub scouts will be camping out along the concourse after the hockey game. |
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Saturday, Dec. 9 |
Youth Jersey Giveaway presented by Old National Bank |
Free youth hockey jersey giveaway! There will be a post-game skate with the team for all season ticket holders. |
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Friday, Dec. 22 |
Mascot Night |
The Ford Center is getting crazy with local mascots! Come watch as they interact with fans and goof off on the ice. |
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Sunday, Dec. 31 |
NYE Fireworks on the Ice |
It’s back! Fireworks on the Ice are set to light up the arena immediately following the game. |
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Saturday, Jan. 13 |
Zooperstars |
Back by popular demand, the Zooperstars will return to the ice to entertain fans of all ages. |
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Sunday, Jan. 14 |
Family Day |
Everyone will get a chance to participate in a post-game skate with the players following the game. Also, be sure to take advantage of $2 hotdogs and $2 soft drinks! |
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Saturday, Jan. 20 |
Star Wars Night |
Return of the fan favorite theme! Specialty jerseys, lightsabers and costumed characters will make the Ford Center the place to be in a galaxy not so far away. Jersey auction after the game! |
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Saturday, Jan. 27 |
Wiener Dog Races |
The 2nd Annual Wiener Dog races on ice is set for fans to watch! Season ticket holders will also receive a free game night program. |
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Thursday, Feb. 8 |
Thirsty Thursday |
Join us for $3 tallboys of ice cold beer! |
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Friday, Feb. 9 |
Faith Night |
Enjoy the game with your church’s flock or youth group with special group pricing! |
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Friday, Feb. 16 |
Medical Appreciation Night |
Help us say thank you to all of the men and women in the healthcare profession. |
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Saturday, Feb. 24 |
Super Hero Night |
It’s a bird, it’s a plane, it’s ICE HOCKEY! Super Hero Night returns to the Ford Center. Come dressed as your favorite super hero! |
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Friday, March 16 |
Bobblehead Night |
Free collectible bobblehead giveaway! |
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Saturday, March 17 |
St. Patty’s Day |
Come out and celebrate St. Patty’s Day with Irish-themed music. |
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Saturday, March 24 |
Old Time Hockey |
Celebrate hockey’s roots with our special red throwback jersey. Auction following the game! |
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Saturday, April 6 |
Fan Appreciation |
Let’s give back to our great fans! Team poster giveaway! Season ticket holders will receive a free game night program. We’ll end the night with a post-game skate with the team that’s open to everyone! |
About Evansville Thunderbolts: The Evansville Thunderbolts is the area’s only professional hockey team. The Thunderbolts are a proud member of the Southern Professional Hockey League (SPHL). The team is owned and operated by VW Sports, L.L.C, a subsidiary of VenuWorks, Inc. www.evansvillethunderbolts.com
