Theme Nights
View all of the upcoming home games with their corresponding events.
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Friday, November 21 | 7:00PMFirst Responders Night
Join the Evansville Thunderbolts for First Responders Night as we honor the everyday heroes who keep our community safe. Enjoy an action-packed night of hockey with special recognitions for local police, fire, EMS, and other first responders. Current and former first responders will have the option to purchase $12 goal zone tickets or $17 center ice tickets for them and up to 5 people. Purchase those tickets here: https://bit.ly/FirstResponders25
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Saturday, November 22 | 7:00PMToy Story Night
Get ready for a rootin’ tootin’ good time at Toy Story Night! Join us for a fun-filled evening featuring themed games, music, and Toy Story themed jerseys inspired by the beloved movie. These jerseys will be auctioned off after the game! Bring the whole family and let your imagination take the ice—because this game’s gonna be infinity and beyond!
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Friday, December 5 | 7:00PMTeddy Bear Toss
Don’t miss out on one of our favorite games of the year — Teddy Bear Toss Night! Bring a new stuffed animal to throw onto the ice after the Thunderbolts score their first goal. All bears will be donated to local children/organizations in need. Help us spread the cheer and fill the rink with love!
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Saturday, December 6 | 7:00PMMickey & Friends Night
Celebrate the season with our Mickey & Friends Christmas Game! Enjoy a magical night of hockey featuring holiday fun and festive music. Bring the whole family for a cheerful evening full of Disney magic and Christmas spirit! The Thunderbolts will be wearing special Mickey & Friends Christmas jerseys.
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Saturday, December 20 | 7:00PMHockey Holidays
Celebrate the season on the ice at our Hockey Holidays Game! Enjoy festive fun, holiday music, photos with Santa and seasonal surprises as we bring the Christmas spirit to the rink. It’s a jolly night of hockey the whole family will love!
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Wednesday, December 31 | 7:00PMNew Year's Eve
The annual Thunderbolts New Year’s Eve fireworks celebration is coming back to the Ford Center! Join us before the clock strikes midnight and we head into 2026! A game-worn jersey auction will be held after the game.
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Friday, January 2 | 7:00PMRebrand Night
Be part of history at our first ever Rebrand Weekend! Join us as we unveil a bold new look with fresh logos, jerseys, and fan experiences. Join us for a weekend full of surprises!
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Saturday, January 3 | 7:00PMRebrand Night
Be part of history at our first ever Rebrand Weekend! Join us as we unveil a bold new look with fresh logos, jerseys, and fan experiences. Join us for a weekend full of surprises! The specialty rebrand jerseys will be auctioned off post game!
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Wednesday, January 14 | 7:00PMWhite Out Wednesday
Gear up and wear your white for White Out Wednesday! Join us as the team takes the ice in our white away jerseys for a night of high-energy hockey. Let’s light up the rink together—fans in white, players in white, and a game you won’t forget!
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Friday, January 23 | 7:00PMFaith Night presented by Oakland City University
More information to come!
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Saturday, January 24 | 7:00PMStar Wars Night
Join the Eville Empire for an out-of-this-galaxy night at Star Wars Night! Dress as your favorite Jedi or Sith, enjoy themed entertainment, and watch the Thunderbolts battle on the ice with special Star Wars themed jerseys that will be auctioned off post game. May the puck be with you!
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Wednesday, February 4 | 7:00PMWhite Out Wednesday
Gear up and wear your white for White Out Wednesday! Join us as the team takes the ice in our white away jerseys for a night of high-energy hockey. Let’s light up the rink together—fans in white, players in white, and a game you won’t forget!
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Friday, February 13 | 7:00PMJurassic Night
Step back in time with Jurassic Night! Experience a prehistoric adventure with dino races, roaring entertainment, and thunderous hockey action. Get ready to unleash your inner dinosaur and stomp the ice!
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Saturday, February 21 | 7:00PMHockey Fights Cancer
Join us for Hockey Fights Cancer Night, a powerful game dedicated to raising awareness and supporting those affected by cancer. Wear purple, honor survivors, and help us fight together both on and off the ice. The players will specialty cancer jerseys that will be auctioned off post game! Let’s score a victory against cancer!
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Sunday, February 22 | 3:00PMSunday Funday presented by FC Tucker
It’s Sunday Funday! Come celebrate your Sunday with us for all the fun at the Thunderbolts game! 𝐃𝐨𝐨𝐫𝐬 𝐨𝐩𝐞𝐧 𝐚𝐭 𝟐:𝟎𝟎 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐬𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐨𝐧 𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐤𝐞𝐭 𝐡𝐨𝐥𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝟐:𝟏𝟓 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐠𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐥 𝐩𝐮𝐛𝐥𝐢𝐜. 𝐏𝐮𝐜𝐤 𝐝𝐫𝐨𝐩 𝐚𝐭 𝟑:𝟎𝟎!
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Friday, February 27 | 7:00PM$3 Tall Boys
Raise a glass at the Evansville Thunderbolts’ $3 Tall Boys Night! Enjoy ice-cold tall boys for just $3 while cheering on your favorite team in an exciting night of hockey. Great drinks, great game, great time! Bring a group of 10 or more a receive a discounted rate of $17 for goal zone and $20 for center ice!
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Sunday, March 8 | 3:00PMPrincess & Pirates
Ahoy, mateys and royal fans! Join us for Princess & Pirates Night—a swashbuckling, magical evening full of fun, costumes, and thrilling hockey action. Whether you’re sailing the seas or ruling the castle, this game’s a treasure for all ages!
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Friday, March 13 | 7:00PMLilo & Stitch Night
Surf’s up for our Lilo & Stitch Night! Enjoy a tropical-themed game full of fun, aloha spirit, and exciting hockey action. The players will be wearing specialty Lilo & Stitch themed jerseys alongside a post-game jersey auction! Bring your ʻohana and get ready for a night that’s out of this world
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Sunday, March 15 | 3:00PMSunday Funday
It’s Sunday Funday! Come celebrate your Sunday with us for all the fun at the Thunderbolts game! 𝐃𝐨𝐨𝐫𝐬 𝐨𝐩𝐞𝐧 𝐚𝐭 𝟐:𝟎𝟎 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐬𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐨𝐧 𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐤𝐞𝐭 𝐡𝐨𝐥𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝟐:𝟏𝟓 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐠𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐥 𝐩𝐮𝐛𝐥𝐢𝐜. 𝐏𝐮𝐜𝐤 𝐝𝐫𝐨𝐩 𝐚𝐭 𝟑:𝟎𝟎!
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Saturday, March 21 | 7:00PMPucks & Paws
Bring your furry friends our annual Pucks & Paws Night! Enjoy a fun-filled evening of hockey, pet-friendly activities, and dog races during the first intermission! More information on how to sign up will be available soon! A dog ticket can be purchased for $5 if you call us at 812-422-BOLT! It’s a paw-some night you won’t want to miss!
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Friday, March 27 | 7:00PMSuperhero Night
Suit up and save the night with our Superhero Night! Come dressed as your favorite hero and enjoy an action-packed game full of heroic moments, special effects, and super-powered fun. It’s time to unleash your inner hero on the ice!
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Friday, April 3 | 7:00PMCountry Night
Kick up your boots and join us for Country Night! Enjoy boot-stomping music, southern hospitality, and high-energy hockey action. Dress in your best country gear and get ready for a night full of fun!
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Saturday, April 4 | 7:00PMFan Appreciation Night
We want to say THANK YOU during our Fan Appreciation Night! Join us for a special game filled with giveaways, surprises, and celebrations to honor the best fans in hockey. Don’t miss your chance to cheer loud and be part of the Thunderbolts family! A game-worn jersey auction will be held after the game.
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