Walleye hockey is just around the corner, Fish fans. Mark your calendars for the biggest party in Toledo on Friday, November 1 and Saturday, November 2. Opening Weekend sells out in advance every season, so get your tickets as soon as possible to ensure your seat for the start of the 2024-25 season.

Welcome to the heart-pounding world of ice hockey, where skill, passion, and the roar of the crowd collide on the frozen battleground. In Toledo, this adrenaline-fueled spectacle takes center stage courtesy of the Toledo Walleye at the Huntington Center Arena. Prepare to enter into an exciting 2024 - 25 season immersed in the compelling narrative of a team that has captured the hearts of countless fans and has become a symbol of pride for the city of Toledo.

This year, opening night is on a Friday, so get ready for downtown Toledo to be bustling with excitement for the season to come!

 

Opening weekend Celebrations

Toledo Walleye Opening Day vs. Wheeling Nailers
Start the party early at the Opening Night Pregame Party on Friday, November 1! Hensville Park will open at 4 p.m. for all festivities. You can expect:

Hensville Park | 4 - 6 p.m.

• DJ, Fleetwood's Tap Room will be open for food and drinks, Spike tunnel, inflatable hockey rink, and cornhole, Alumni players and head coach Pat Mikesch in attendance
• This event is FREE and open to the public. A game ticket is not required.

Huntington Center, The Aquarium | 5:30 – 7:15 p.m.

• DJ, Drinks available for purchase, Alumni players in attendance
• This event is open to the public, however a game ticket is required. Get to the game early to get yours hands on a light-up LED rally towel.

 

Now is the time to start planning your trips to the Huntington Center this fall and winter to experience the brand-new theme nights, record number of specialty jerseys, and giveaways you’ll need to have. 

Giveaways
Your collections are about to get even better, Walleye fans. Check out everything you can go home with this season. 

1. LED Rally Towels | Friday, November 1, Saturday, November 2, & Sunday, April 13 | Buy Tickets
2. Military Hat presented by Owens Community College (first 1,200 fans) | Friday, November 8 | Buy Tickets
3. Cowboy Hat presented by Sofo Foods (first 1,200 fans) | Saturday, November 9 | Buy Tickets
4. School Folders | Wednesday, November 13 & Wednesday, December 4 | Buy Tickets
5. Purple Cowbell presented by ProMedica (first 2,500 fans) | Friday, November 22 | Buy Tickets
6. Kids’ Neon Sunglasses | (first 1,000 kids 12 & under) Saturday, November 23 | Buy Tickets
7. Turkey Hat Drop presented by The Ohio Lottery (dropping 2,000 total) | Friday, November 29 | Buy Tickets
8. Snowman Ornament (first 1,500 fans) | Friday, December 6 | Buy Tickets
9. Phone Wallet presented by ProMedica (first 2,500 fans) | Friday, December 27 | Buy Tickets
10. Peanuts Mug (first 1,500 fans) | Sunday, January 5 | Buy Tickets
11. Derek Lalonde Bobblehead (first 1,500 fans) | Friday, January 10 | Buy Tickets
12. Mini FanBoni (first 1,500 fans) | Friday, January 24 | Buy Tickets
13. Kids’ Water Bottle (first 1,000 kids 12 & under) | Sunday, January 26 | Buy Tickets
14. Kids’ Headband (first 1,000 kids 12 & under) | Sunday, February 2 | Buy Tickets
15. Youth Football (first 1,000 kids 12 & under) | Saturday, February 8 | Buy Tickets
16. Toledo Storm Brandon Hawkins Bobblehead (first 1,500 fans) | Friday, February 21 | Buy Tickets
17. Mini Big Cowbell presented by NSG Group (first 1,500 fans) | Friday, March 21 | Buy Tickets
18. Fins & Feathers Item presented by ProMedica (first 2,500 fans) | Sunday, March 23 | Buy Tickets
19. Beach Towel (first 1,500 fans) | Friday, April 11 | Buy Tickets

 

Top 10 Can't Miss Theme Night Home Games

Military Appreciation Night | Friday, November 8
The Walleye will once again honor the men and women who have served or are currently serving in each branch of the U.S. Armed Services on Friday, November 8. This season, they will don specialty camo jerseys and give away Walleye camo caps. 

Country Night | Saturday, November 9
Grab your boots and flannels, Walleye fans! The first-ever Country Night is on Saturday, November 9. We’ll give away Walleye-branded cowboy hats, courtesy of Sofo Foods. 

Hockey Fights Cancer | Friday, November 22
Join in helping raise awareness and money for cancer research during Hockey Fights Cancer on Friday, November 22. They will wear special Hockey Fights Cancer jerseys and will recognize survivors before and during the game. They will also give away purple cowbells.

Christmas Vacation | Friday, December 6
It’s a beaut, Clark! Celebrate Christmas Vacation on Friday, December 6 with a snowman ornament giveaway and specialty jersey. 

Marvel Night | Sunday, December 29 
Marvel Night returns to the Huntington Center on Sunday, December 29! There will be specialty Iron Man jerseys, plus you can enjoy an appearance from Iron Man. 

Peanuts Night | Sunday, January 5 
We’re celebrating the 75^th anniversary of Peanuts on Sunday, January 5! This night will include a specialty jersey, Peanuts mug giveaway, and a character appearance from Snoopy and Charlie Brown.

Players Weekend | Friday, January 24 & Saturday, January 25 
Your favorite theme night is back, Walleye fans. Players Weekend is Friday, January 24 and Saturday, January 25 with specialty blackout bonefish jerseys. Giving away mini fanbonis on Friday!

Toledo Bullfrogs Night | Saturday, February 8
The team that never was. The Walleye are honoring Toledo's almost arena football team this season, the Toledo Bullfrogs! They'll wear a specialty Bullfrogs jersey, give away Walleye youth footballs, and more.

St. CatTrick’s Day | Wednesday, March 5 
t’s your favorite cat’s favorite holiday. Celebrate St. CatTrick’s Day on Wednesday March 5 as the team wears specialty green jerseys and more.

Margaritaville Night | Friday, April 11
Who doesn’t love a good margarita? Margaritaville Night is on Friday, April 11 with a specialty jersey and Walleye beach towel giveaway. 

For more details about this season's home games or to purchase single game tickets check out our event calendar or head to ToledoWalleye.com