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Theme Nights &Â Promotions
Specialty Group Nights
Season-Long Promotions
Additional Promotions
Theme Nights & Promotions
Saturday, October 18
2025-26Â Home Opener
Presented by Upstate University Hospital
Rochester Americans vs. Syracuse Crunch | 7 p.m.
The Crunch will be celebrating the start of a new season and fans will receive an LED stick giveaway courtesy of Upstate University Hospital.
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Friday, October 24
Pink in the Rink
Presented by Upstate Cancer Center
Utica Comets 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. Fans are encouraged to wear pink and there will be a magnet schedule giveaway courtesy of Excellus BlueCross BlueShield. Mystery pucks featuring the Crunch and Upstate Cancer Center logos will be available for purchase.
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Friday, October 31
Halloween Spooktacular
Utica Comets 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.
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Saturday, November 1
Lung Cancer Awareness Night
Presented by Upstate Cancer Center
Belleville Senators 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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Friday, November 14
Military Appreciation Night
Presented by Visions Federal Credit Union
Hershey Bears vs. Syracuse Crunch | 7 p.m.
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. The Crunch will wear special Military Appreciation Night jerseys.
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Saturday, November 22
Stanley Steemer Tired Teddy Toss
Bridgeport Islanders 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, November 29
Hockey Fights Cancer
Benefiting Upstate Cancer Center
Utica Comets vs. Syracuse Crunch | 7 p.m.
The Crunch will raise funds and awareness for cancer research at the Upstate Cancer Center. The team will wear Hockey Fights Cancer specialty jerseys.
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Saturday, December 13
Ogre Night
Hartford Wolf Pack vs. Syracuse Crunch | 7 p.m.
The first game of the Crunch-Con series. The Upstate Medical University Arena will turn into a swamp for a night celebrating your favorite green ogre.
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Saturday, January 3
Mental Wellness Night
Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins vs. Syracuse Crunch | 7 p.m.
The team will share messaging supporting positive mental wellness.
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Saturday, January 10
Dinosaur Night
Presented by The MOST
Laval Rocket vs. Syracuse Crunch | 5 p.m.
The Crunch are going prehistoric and bringing dinosaurs to the Upstate Medical University Arena.
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Monday, January 19
Monday Matinee
Presented by Lifespan Speech & Swallowing Services
Rochester Americans 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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Saturday, January 24
Wizarding Night
Utica Comets vs. Syracuse Crunch | 7 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, January 30
Pediatrics Night
Presented by Upstate Golisano Children's Hospital
Laval Rocket vs. Syracuse Crunch | 7 p.m.
The team at Upstate will highlight pediatric care.
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Friday, February 6
Mates & Dates
Belleville Senators vs. Syracuse Crunch | 7 p.m.
A Valentine's Day inspired night focused on creating the opportunity for fans to make meaningful connections. The ultimate setting for night out with friends, a fun date night, or the chance to meet someone new.
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Friday, February 20
Hockey Is For Everyone Night
Charlotte Checkers vs. Syracuse Crunch | 7 p.m.
The team will celebrate diversity and inclusion in hockey.
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Saturday, February 21
Racing Night
Charlotte Checkers vs. Syracuse Crunch | 5 p.m.
Motorsports fans are invited to celebrate their love of racing with representatives from local tracks and drivers.
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Saturday, February 28
Emo Night
Laval Rocket vs. Syracuse Crunch | 7 p.m.
The team will play music from all your favorite Warped Tour bands.
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Saturday, March 14
Star Wars Night
Laval Rocket vs. Syracuse Crunch | 5 p.m.
Spend the night with your favorite Star Wars characters at the final game of the Crunch-Con series.
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Friday, March 27
Stroke Awareness Night
Presented by Upstate Stroke Center
Hershey Bears 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.
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Saturday, March 28
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 3
Pucks for Paws
Presented by The Summit Federal Credit Union
Providence Bruins 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.
Saturday, April 18
Fan Appreciation Night
Belleville Senators vs. Syracuse Crunch | 7 p.m.
The Crunch will have a team photo giveaway courtesy of Tully's Good Times. Fans are invited to meet the team and get their team photo signed during a postgame on-ice autograph session.
Specialty Group Nights
Saturday, November 15
How to Get a Job in Pro Sports Night
Belleville Senators vs. Syracuse Crunch | 7 p.m.
The evening will feature a pregame panel of professionals from across the sports industry where fans can connect with talented sports employees and learn more about the career path.
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Saturday, November 15
Hockey Romance Night
Belleville Senators vs. Syracuse Crunch | 7 p.m.
Hockey romance book lovers can enjoy a night celebrating the book genre.Â
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Saturday, December 13
Trivia Night
Hartford Wolf Pack vs. Syracuse Crunch | 7 p.m.
The Crunch will hold a trivia contest hosted by Syracuse Trivia Company before the game. Select participants will be invited to take part in a trivia competition on the ice during an intermission.Â
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Monday, January 19
Literacy Day
Rochester Americans vs. Syracuse Crunch | 1 p.m.
Library card holders within the Onondaga County Public Library system can enjoy an afternoon at the Crunch.
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Friday, January 30
French Night
Laval Rocket vs. Syracuse Crunch | 7 p.m.
Local French classes are invited to celebrate the French language.
Saturday, April 11
First Responders Night
Utica Comets vs. Syracuse Crunch | 7 p.m.
The Second Annual Officer Michael Jensen Memorial First Responders Game will feature the Syracuse Police Department against the Syracuse Fire Department prior to the Crunch game.Â
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.
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:Â 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. 18, Nov. 29, Jan. 10, Feb. 21, March 21 and April 3.Â
Hofmann Family 4-Pack:Â 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. 15, Dec. 12, Jan. 19, Feb. 21 and March 14. 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 BunchÂ
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Season Ticket Holder Redemption Nights:Â Held on Dec. 12, Jan. 16, Feb. 4, March 1, March 22Â and April 8, 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 Nights:Â Fans can participate in Adopt-A-Kid Nights on Jan. 10, March 1 and April 3. These nights provide underprivileged kids and nonprofit organizations with tickets to a Crunch game courtesy of fan donations and corporate partnerships.
Student Rush Nights: Held on Jan. 7, Feb. 4, March 1, March 11, March 22, March 27, April 8 and April 12, students can show their Student IDs and purchase discounted $18 tickets.
