NHL First Responder Appreciation Games & Discounts for 2026-2027
As a Police Officer, Firefighter, Paramedic or EMT, you serve your community, protect property, and save lives. Badge Discounts would like to thank you for your service with our complete list of NHL teams that host a First Responders Appreciation Night, and where first responders can get discounts on NHL tickets, gear, and apparel. First Responders can save up to 25% on NHL tickets and take advantage of ticket packages that include free gifts and other special offers. Here is the list of exclusive deals for the 2026-2027 NHL season:
NHL First Responder Appreciation Games
Listed Alphabetically by Team
Anaheim Ducks- thanks community heroes for their service with 2 special games:
- Law Enforcement Appreciation Night on December 1st vs. the Wild
- Fire & Rescue Appreciation Night on January 12th vs the Rangers.
Visit their site for prices, packages, and details.
Carolina Hurricanes- are happy to honor first responders on March 7th vs the Mammoth with a special ticket package. Each ticket purchased through this offer includes a limited First Responder Challenge Coin.
Chicago Blackhawks- celebrates police and firefighters on Jan. 22nd vs the Canucks. This special ticket package includes a Blackhawks First Responders Fire or Police duffle bag.
Colorado Avalanche- has an exclusive First Responders Night game on March 28th vs the Jets. Each ticket comes with a long sleeve t-shirt. Visit their site for prices and details.
Columbus Blue Jackets- will host a First Responder Night on January 30th vs the Red Wings which includes your ticket, a wearable, themed activities, fundraisers, and tributes. Visit their site for pricing.
Dallas Stars- on October 27th vs the Devils, they are hosting a First Responders Promotion. All tickets purchased through the "Responders Night" button on their site include an exclusive Dallas Stars / First Responders co-branded hat.
Detroit Red Wings- will host a Hometown Heroes Night on Dec. 1st vs Calgary to honor Police, Fire, and EMS in partnership with the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund (NLEOMF). Tickets start at just $59 and include a limited edition Detroit Red Wings Branded Layered Hoodie, and a portion of each ticket will benefit the NLEOMF.
Florida Panthers- offers an exclusive First Responder Ticket Package on October 30th vs the Jets. When purchased through the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund (NLEOMF) website, tickets start at just $39 and include: a first responder's hoodie, a $5 donation to the (NLEOMF), raffles, a pregame party, and more!
Los Angeles Kings- in conjunction with the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund (NLEOMF), they are proud to welcome all first responders on November 11th vs the Islanders and March 1st vs the Ducks. Specially priced discounted tickets for first responders start at $55, and $5 from every ticket bought will be donated to the NLEOMF.
Minnesota Wild- honors law enforcement on December 15th vs Toronto with a ticket package that includes a ticket, and an exclusive Wild Law Enforcement t-shirt. Additionally, a portion of each ticket sold will be donated to Minnesota Law Enforcement Memorial Association. On Jan. 26th vs Vancouver they have a Fire Appreciation Night. Each ticket package includes a ticket and a Minnesota Wild Firefighter–branded t-shirt. A portion of the proceeds benefit the St. Paul Fire Foundation.
Nashville Predators- recognizes the service of police, firefighters, EMTs, paramedics, and dispatchers with discounted tickets on October 13rd vs the Golden Knights. A portion of each sale will go to support first responder charities, and includes a challenge coin.
New Jersey Devils- on April 8th vs the Islanders they are hosting a First Responders Nights in conjunction with the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund (NLEOMF). Tickets purchased through this offer will also receive a complimentary Challenge Coin and can go on the ice after the game for a group photo.
New York Islanders- will show their appreciation to firefighters, police, and EMS on Jan. 15 vs the Dallas. The First Responders Night includes special programming and initiatives throughout the night. Visit their site for pricing and details.
New York Rangers- has 2 nights to honor community heroes. Firefighter Appreciation Night on Nov 30th vs the Hurricanes. Ticket purchasers will receive an exclusive Rangers tumbler. Law Enforcement Appreciation Night on Nov. 5 vs the Flyers. This also includes an exclusive Rangers tumbler.
Philadelphia Flyers- thanks first responders for their service on January 28th including police, fire, and EMS. Each ticket package includes a ticket to the game and exclusive challenge coin. Visit their site for more details.
Pittsburgh Penguins- have teamed up with the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund to honor first responders by offering specially priced ticket packages to the below games:
- January 12th vs. Avalanche
- March 9th vs. vs. Senators
Each ticket also includes a Penguins-branded Insulated Bottle, and $5 from each ticket purchased through this offer will be donated to the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund.
St. Louis Blues- on Feb 27th vs the Wild, they are hosting a first responder appreciation game. With each ticket purchased through this exclusive package you receive an exclusive Blues First Responder hat.
San Jose Sharks- thanks first responders on January 9th vs the Rangers with an exclusive First Responder Appreciation Day offer in conjunction with the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund (NLEOMF). Tickets purchased through this offer start at $75 and include a challenge coin and a $5 donation to NLEOMF.
Seattle Kraken- join them on December 3rd vs the Stars for First Responders Night. The special ticket offer includes a Kraken themed first responders hoodie.
Tampa Bay Lightning- will show their support for law enforcement, firefighters, and EMS on March 25th with a special First Responders Night. Visit their site for prices and details.
Vegas Golden Knights- honors first responders with two different games:
- Law Enforcement Appreciation day on January 2nd vs the Avalanche. Special ticket packages start at $70 per person and include an exclusive Limited Edition VGK x Law Enforcement commemorative item.
- Firefighter Appreciation Day on January 7th vs the Wild. Special ticket packages start at $70 each and include a Limited Edition VGK Fire & Rescue commemorative item.
Washington Capitals- salutes the service of our community heroes with a special ticket offer on November 3rd vs the Stars. Tickets purchased through this package will receive a first responders long sleeve shirt.
NHL Ticket Discounts for First Responders
Ticket Club- first responders can receive a FREE Ticket Club membership. Ticket Club Members can buy tickets to NHL games, concerts, and events at a 10-20% discount, zero service fees, and more!
1st Tix- is a not-for-profit that secures free tickets for first responders to sporting events, concerts, and theater across the US. Tickets to select NHL games are available. First responders sign up online and verify your service. Then you can request tickets or enter a lottery and pay only a small delivery fee to receive your FREE tickets.
GovX- gives an exclusive savings of up to 25% off NHL tickets to select teams when purchased through GovX in a partnership with StubHub. First responders, military and more can create a free membership to shop special discounts on brands, travel and tickets.
ID.me- offers up to 2% cash back on National Hockey League tickets to first responders including police, fire, and EMS. Sign up and verify your eligibility on their site. Restrictions may apply.
NHL Gear & Apparel Discounts for First Responders
Fanatics- is proud to offer a first responder discount of 15% off + Free Shipping on orders over $40 to law enforcement, fire & EMTs. Simply click on first responder discount in the cart when checking out.
NHL Shop - shows their appreciation to first responders with a 15% discount to select customers who have served as First Responders, Military, and their spouses and immediate families. Click on the ID.me on the checkout page.
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