Hurricanes unveil 40th anniversary promotions ahead of Sept 18 home opener
The Lethbridge Hurricanes have released a full slate of theme nights and giveaways for their milestone WHL season, starting with Friday's home opener against Medicine Hat.
The Lethbridge Hurricanes have announced their 2026-27 promotional schedule as the team enters its 40th anniversary season. The Dairy Queen Home Opener against the Medicine Hat Tigers takes place Friday, September 18th, featuring a pre-game tailgate party on the VisitLethbridge.com Arena plaza.
A major highlight comes October 2nd and 3rd with the 40th Anniversary Celebration Weekend, when more than 40 former Hurricanes players are expected to attend for photos and autographs during games against the Raiders and Hitmen. Other themed nights include Truth & Reconciliation Night on September 25th, a Tim Hortons Post-Game Skate on October 17th after facing the Edmonton Oil Kings, and Military Appreciation Night on November 6th.
Winter events include the second annual Sock Toss on November 14th, Toy Mountain on December 2nd, the Canadian Tire Toque & Teddy Toss on December 5th, and a Santa & Mrs. Claus night on December 18th. The new year brings Country Night on February 24th and a Wall of Honour induction ceremony with post-game ice painting on February 28th.
The season wraps with Hockey Card Night on March 9th, Post-Game Autographs on March 12th, Fan Appreciation Night on March 19th, and the Jerseys Off Our Backs event on March 27th during the final home game against the Medicine Hat Tigers.
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