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Theme Nights &Â Promotions
Specialty Group Nights
Season-Long Promotions
Additional Promotions
Theme Nights & Promotions
Saturday, October 12
2024-25 Home Opener
Presented by Upstate University Hospital
Belleville Senators vs. Syracuse Crunch | 7 p.m.
There will be a special pregame ceremony celebrating a new season of Crunch hockey and fans will receive a giveaway courtesy of Upstate University Hospital.
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Friday, October 25
Pink in the Rink
Presented by Upstate Cancer Center
Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins vs. Syracuse Crunch | 7 p.m.
Pink in the Rink aims to raise awareness and funds for She Matters, an initiative of the Upstate Cancer Center that aims to increase mammography screening for underserved women. Mystery pucks featuring the Crunch and Upstate Cancer Center logos will be available for purchase, fans are encouraged to wear pink and there will be a magnet schedule giveaway courtesy of Excellus BlueCross BlueShield.
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Friday, November 1
Halloween Spooktacular
Presented by New York's 529 College Savings Program Direct Plan (NY529)
Hartford Wolf Pack vs. Syracuse Crunch | 7 p.m.
Fans are encouraged to come dressed in their Halloween costumes and kids are invited to trick-or-treat on the ice after the game. There will be a drawstring bag giveaway for children 12 and under, courtesy of NY529.
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Saturday, November 2
Eras Night
Presented by Fan Cave Tickets
Belleville Senators vs. Syracuse Crunch | 7 p.m.
The Upstate Medical University Arena will turn into a stop on the Eras Tour with music from Taylor Swift.
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Saturday, November 9
Military Appreciation Night
Presented by Visions Federal Credit Union
Cleveland Monsters vs. Syracuse Crunch | 7 p.m.
The Crunch will wear special Military Appreciation Night jerseys. All active and retired members of the United States Military and their families with valid identification are offered complimentary tickets, courtesy of Visions Federal Credit Union, local organizations and fan donations.
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Friday, November 22
Toyota Frozen Dome Classic 10th Anniversary
Utica Comets vs. Syracuse Crunch | 7 p.m.
The Crunch are celebrating 10 years since setting the United States indoor attendance record of 30,715 fans at Syracuse University's then Carrier Dome on Nov. 22, 2014. The team will wear Toyota Frozen Dome Classic jerseys.
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Saturday, November 23
Syracuse Hockey Hall of Fame
Hershey Bears vs. Syracuse Crunch | 7 p.m.
The Crunch will hold a ceremony inducting the first-ever class into the Syracuse Hockey Hall of Fame.
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Saturday, November 30
Hockey Fights Cancer
Benefiting Upstate Cancer Center
Rochester Americans vs. Syracuse Crunch | 5 p.m.
The Crunch will raise funds for cancer research at the Upstate Cancer Center and wear Hockey Fights Cancer specialty jerseys.
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Friday, December 13
Star Wars Night
Hershey Bears vs. Syracuse Crunch | 7 p.m.
Spend the night with your favorite Star Wars characters at the first game of the Crunch-Con series.
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Saturday, December 14
Stanley Steemer Tired Teddy Toss
Utica Comets vs. Syracuse Crunch | 7 p.m.
When the crunch score their first goal of the game, fans are encouraged to toss stuffed animals onto the ice. All fluffy friends will be cleaned by Stanley Steemer and donated.
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Saturday, January 4
Racing Night
Lehigh Valley Phantoms vs. Syracuse Crunch | 7 p.m.
Motorsports fans are invited to celebrate their love of racing with representatives from local tracks and drivers.
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Saturday, January 11
Dinosaur Night
Rochester Americans vs. Syracuse Crunch | 7 p.m.
The Crunch are going prehistoric and bringing dinosaurs to the Upstate Medical University Arena.
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Monday, January 20
Monday Matinee
Presented by Lifespan Speech & Swallowing Services
Utica Comets vs. Syracuse Crunch | 1 p.m.
Join the Crunch for a 1 p.m. puck drop at the Upstate Medical University Arena and purchase discounted tickets for children 12 and under.
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Friday, January 24
Emo Night
Bridgeport Islanders vs. Syracuse Crunch | 7 p.m.
The team will play music from all your favorite Warped Tour bands.
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Saturday, February 1
Wizarding Night
Rochester Americans vs. Syracuse Crunch | 5 p.m.
Wizards of all ages are invited out for a magical night at the second game of the Crunch-Con series.
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Friday, February 21
Hockey Is For Everyone Night
Toronto Marlies vs. Syracuse Crunch | 7 p.m.
The team will wear special Pride jerseys.
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Saturday, February 22
Trivia Night
Laval Rocket vs. Syracuse Crunch | 7 p.m.
Participate in general knowledge trivia for a chance to win cash prizes totaling $1,500.
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Saturday, March 1
Mental Wellness Night
Rochester Americans vs. Syracuse Crunch | 7 p.m.
The team will share messaging supporting positive mental wellness.
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Saturday, March 22
Retro Game Night
Rochester Americans vs. Syracuse Crunch | 7 p.m.
The team will pay homage to classic and retro video games at the final game of the Crunch-Con series.
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Saturday, March 29
Syracuse Canal Mules Night
Rochester Americans vs. Syracuse Crunch | 7 p.m.
The Canal Mules return to Syracuse as the Crunch take on an alternate identity for one night when the team will wear special Canal Mules jerseys.
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Friday, April 4
Pucks For Paws
Presented by The Summit Federal Credit Union
Toronto Marlies vs. Syracuse Crunch | 7 p.m.
Fans are welcome to bring their dogs to join them in cheering on the Syracuse Crunch and the concourse will feature local animal shelters and pet organizations.
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Saturday, April 19
Fan Appreciation Night
Utica Comets vs. Syracuse Crunch | 7 p.m.
The Crunch will have a team photo giveaway courtesy of Tully's Good Times.
Specialty Group Nights
Friday, November 15
French Night
Laval Rocket vs. Syracuse Crunch | 7 p.m.
Local French classes are invited to celebrate the French language.
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Friday, November 22
Lung Cancer Awareness Night
Presented by Upstate Cancer Center
Utica Comets vs. Syracuse Crunch | 7 p.m.
The team will share messaging and information about lung cancer and the Upstate Cancer Center will have a table on the concourse.
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Saturday, January 11
Pediatrics Night
Presented by Upstate University Hospital
Rochester Americans vs. Syracuse Crunch | 7 p.m.
The team at Upstate will highlight pediatric care.
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Monday, January 20
Literacy Night
Utica Comets vs. Syracuse Crunch | 1 p.m.
Library card holders within the Onondaga County Public Library system will have a night at the Crunch.
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Friday, February 7
Upstate Employees Night
Utica Comets vs. Syracuse Crunch | 7 p.m.
Employees at Upstate University Hospital will have a night out at the Crunch.
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Friday, March 28
Stroke Awareness Night
Presented by Upstate Stoke Center
Utica Comets vs. Syracuse Crunch | 7 p.m.
The team will share messaging and information about strokes and the Upstate Stroke Center will have a table on the concourse.
Season-Long Promotions
Military Discount: Active military and veterans can show a military ID at the Box Office or Crunch Guest Services office to purchase a discounted $20 ticket, limited to one per military ID per game.
Price Chopper Home Ice AdvantEdge: Any fan that presents his or her Price Chopper AdvantEdge card at the Upstate Medical University Arena Box Office or Crunch Guest Services office will be able to purchase tickets to games on Nov. 23, Nov. 30, Dec. 13, Jan. 4, Feb. 7, March 1 and April 19 for just $20 per ticket, all fees included.
Kinney Drugs tHRiVe Discount: Fans who present their tHRiVe Rewards card at the Upstate Medical University Arena Box Office or Crunch Guest Services office will be able to purchase tickets to any regular season Friday night home Crunch game for just $20 per ticket, limited to one per person per game.Â
The Summit Federal Credit Union Nights: Fans who present their The Summit FCU bank card at the Upstate Medical University Arena Box Office or Crunch Guest Services office will be able to purchase discounted tickets to games on Oct. 12, Nov. 30, Jan. 25, March 1 and March 22.Â
Hofmann Family 4-Pack: The Hofmann Family 4-Pack is $100 and includes four (4) game tickets, four (4) vouchers for Hofmann hot dogs and four (4) vouchers for soft drinks. This offer is valid for any regular season home game. Not available for purchase day of game.
*Additional fees may apply
Additional Promotions
Crunch Bunch Nights:Â Crunch Bunch nights are presented by Apex Entertainment and will be held on Nov. 2, Dec. 14, Jan. 20, Feb. 28 and March 29. On these nights, all Crunch Bunch members will receive a complimentary ticket. Additional tickets for family and friends may be purchased at a discounted rate of $20. Fans can sign up young fans for Crunch Bunch HERE.
Season Ticket Holder Redemption Nights:Â Held on Nov. 27, Jan. 15, Feb. 21, March 12 and April 12, redemption nights allow season ticket holders to turn in any unused tickets to a Crunch game courtesy of fan donations and corporate partnerships.Â
Adopt-A-Kid:Â Fans can participate in Adopt-A-Kid Nights on Nov. 1, Jan. 15 and Feb. 22. These nights provide underprivileged kids and nonprofit organizations with tickets to a Crunch game courtesy of fan donations and corporate partnerships.
