Bison Announce 2026 Opening Night Fan Fest
Opening Night Fan Fest will begin at 3:30PM on Saturday, October 17 outside of Grossinger Motors Arena before the 7 p.m. game.
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Three Players Join Bison From Moose
Isaac Poulter, Michael Milne and Evan Nause have all joined the Bloomington Bison.
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Saturday, October 17thOpening Night
The wait is finally over! The Bison are back and kicking things off against the Kalamazoo Wings for Opening Night! Get the night started at our Pregame Fan Fest! All fans will receive a rally towel!
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Opening Night Fan Fest will begin at 3:30PM on Saturday, October 17 outside of Grossinger Motors Arena before the 7 p.m. game.
Isaac Poulter, Michael Milne and Evan Nause have all joined the Bloomington Bison.
The wait is finally over! The Bison are back and kicking things off against the Kalamazoo Wings for Opening Night! Get the night started at our Pregame Fan Fest! All fans will receive a rally towel!
Bring the whole herd! Cheer on the Bison together with our Family 4 Pack!
Celebrate every goal and take part in all things Bison hockey as a Full Season Ticket Member. Now renewing for 2026-27!
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Saturday, October 17th
Opening Night
Puck Drops:
7:00 PM CT
Grossinger Motors Arena
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Grossinger Motors Arena
Friday, October 23rd
Redbird Family Night
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Puck Drops:
7:00 PM CT
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Grossinger Motors Arena
Friday, October 30th
Halloween Celebration
Puck Drops:
7:00 PM CT
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Grossinger Motors Arena
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Saturday,
October 17th, 2026
Opening Night
The wait is finally over! The Bison are back and kicking things off against the Kalamazoo Wings for Opening Night! Get the night started at our Pregame Fan Fest! All fans will receive a rally towel!
- Pregame Fan Fest 3:30-5:30 PM
- Rally Towel Giveaway
Puck Drops:
7:00 PM CT
Grossinger Motors Arena
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Grossinger Motors Arena
Friday,
October 23rd, 2026
Redbird Family Night
Presented by
Bring the whole fam to Redbird Family Night presented by Illinois State Credit Union! Join the Bison as we take on the Fort Wayne Komets for a night of hockey, fun, and family! Plus, it's 309 Night!
- Giveaway Item
- $3 Busch Light Cans
- $3 Soda
- Free Popcorn
- $9 Specialty T-Shirts
Puck Drops:
7:00 PM CT
Grossinger Motors Arena
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Grossinger Motors Arena
Saturday,
October 24th, 2026
Bloomington Bison @ Cincinnati Cyclones
Puck Drops:
7:05 PM ET
6:05 PM CT
Heritage Bank Center
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Heritage Bank Center
Friday,
October 30th, 2026
Halloween Celebration
Join the Bison for our Halloween Celebration against the Indy Fuel! Come in your best costume and enjoy our pre-game Trunk or Treat. Don't forget! It's also 309 Night!
- Pregame Trunk or Treat (4-6 PM)
- $3 Busch Light Cans
- $3 Soda
- Free Popcorn
- $9 Specialty T-Shirts
Puck Drops:
7:00 PM CT
Grossinger Motors Arena
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Grossinger Motors Arena
Saturday,
October 31st, 2026
Bloomington Bison @ Kalamazoo Wings
Puck Drops:
7:00 PM ET
6:00 PM CT
Wings Event Center
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Wings Event Center
Friday,
November 6th, 2026
Bloomington Bison @ Fort Wayne Komets
Puck Drops:
7:35 PM ET
6:35 PM CT
Memorial Coliseum
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Memorial Coliseum
Saturday,
November 7th, 2026
Bloomington Bison @ Cincinnati Cyclones
Puck Drops:
4:05 PM ET
3:05 PM CT
Heritage Bank Center
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Heritage Bank Center
Saturday,
November 14th, 2026
Teacher Appreciation Night
Celebrate Teacher Appreciation Night as the Bison take on the Cincinnati Cyclones! Help us recognize the incredible teachers and educators who make a difference in our community!
Puck Drops:
7:00 PM CT
Grossinger Motors Arena
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Grossinger Motors Arena
Sunday,
November 15th, 2026
Epilepsy Awareness Day
Presented by
Stand with us for Epilepsy Awareness Day presented by Carle Health as we take on the Wheeling Nailers! Kids eat free, and fans can hit the ice for a special postgame skate with Bison players!
- Kids Eat Free
- Postgame Skate
Puck Drops:
4:00 PM CT
Grossinger Motors Arena
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Grossinger Motors Arena
Tuesday,
November 17th, 2026
Bloomington Bison @ Cincinnati Cyclones
Puck Drops:
10:30 AM ET
9:30 AM CT
Heritage Bank Center
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Heritage Bank Center
Friday,
November 20th, 2026
Union Night
Let's pack the barn for Union Night as we take on the Fort Wayne Komets! Don't forget, it's also 309 Night!
- $3 Busch Light Cans
- $3 Soda
- Free Popcorn
- $9 Specialty T-Shirts
Puck Drops:
7:00 PM CT
Grossinger Motors Arena
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Grossinger Motors Arena
Saturday,
November 21st, 2026
Healthcare Workers Appreciation Night
We’re celebrating the heroes who care for our community! Join us for Healthcare Workers Appreciation Night as the Bison take on the Fort Wayne Komets!
Puck Drops:
7:00 PM CT
Grossinger Motors Arena
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Grossinger Motors Arena
Sunday,
November 22nd, 2026
Bloomington Bison @ Fort Wayne Komets
Puck Drops:
5:05 PM ET
4:05 PM CT
Memorial Coliseum
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Memorial Coliseum
Wednesday,
November 25th, 2026
Bloomington Bison @ Cincinnati Cyclones
Puck Drops:
7:05 PM ET
6:05 PM CT
Heritage Bank Center
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Heritage Bank Center
Friday,
November 27th, 2026
Black Friday
Are those gloves on sale? Because they’re 100% off at the rink! Be there for our Black Friday Game as we take on the Indy Fuel! All fans will receive a Limelight t-shirt! And... it's 309 Night!
- Giveaway Item
- $3 Busch Light Cans
- $3 Soda
- Free Popcorn
- $9 Specialty T-Shirts
Puck Drops:
7:00 PM CT
Grossinger Motors Arena
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Grossinger Motors Arena
Saturday,
November 28th, 2026
Impossible Pair Night
We’re shaking things up as the Bloomington Bison take on the Indy Fuel in specialty inverted jerseys each featuring the other team’s colors!
- Postgame Jersey Auction
Puck Drops:
7:00 PM CT
Grossinger Motors Arena
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Grossinger Motors Arena
Sunday,
November 29th, 2026
Bloomington Bison @ Indy Fuel
Puck Drops:
4:00 PM ET
3:00 PM CT
Fishers Event Center
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Fishers Event Center
Friday,
December 4th, 2026
Faith & Family Night
Bring the whole family to Faith & Family Night as the Bison take the ice against the Kalamazoo Wings! Plus, it's 309 Night!
- $3 Busch Light Cans
- $3 Soda
- Free Popcorn
- $9 Specialty T-Shirts
Puck Drops:
7:00 PM CT
Grossinger Motors Arena
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Grossinger Motors Arena
Saturday,
December 5th, 2026
Teddy Bear Toss
Join us for one of hockey’s most exciting events! When the Bison score their first goal of the game, toss a stuffed animal onto the ice. All stuffed animals will be donated to local children in need!
Puck Drops:
7:00 PM CT
Grossinger Motors Arena
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Grossinger Motors Arena
Friday,
December 11th, 2026
Bloomington Bison @ Fort Wayne Komets
Puck Drops:
7:35 PM ET
6:35 PM CT
Memorial Coliseum
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Memorial Coliseum
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