Duluth, GA – The Atlanta Gladiators, proud ECHL affiliate of the National Hockey League’s Nashville Predators and the American Hockey League’s Milwaukee Admirals, have released their promotional schedule for the 2026-27 season. The Gladiators have plenty of fun in store with a wide variety of new and returning theme nights and promotions for the whole family to enjoy. 

The full promotional schedule can be found below, with the potential for more theme nights to be added; and all dates, times, and promotions subject to change. Tickets for each game are available for purchase by clicking on the theme.

OCTOBER

Opening Night | Saturday, October 17^th vs Norfolk – 7:10 PM 

Cheer the Gladiators on as we drop the puck on the 2026-27 season against the Norfolk Admirals! Be there for the opening moment of the 23^rd season of Gladiators hockey at Gas South Arena! 

NOVEMBER

Lucky 13 | Friday, November 13^th vs Trois-Rivières – 7:10 PM

This matchup against the Trois-Rivières Lions falls on Friday the 13^th – legend has it this day is unlucky for most, but Maximus believes that the Gladiators can break the curse. Are you willing to test your luck? Come on over to Gas South Arena and find out!

Military Night | Sunday, November 15^th vs Trois-Rivières – 3:10 PM

On Military Night, the Gladiators honor those who are serving and have served in the U.S. armed forces and remember those who have fought and died for our freedom.

Glads Fight Cancer – Presented by Beaver Toyota Mazda| Friday, November 20^th vs Indy – 7:10 PM

Glads Fight Cancer – Presented by Beaver Toyota Mazda | Saturday, November 21^st vs Indy – 7:10 PM

Glads Fight Cancer – Presented by Beaver Toyota Mazda| Sunday, November 22^nd vs Indy – 3:10 PM

The Gladiators host the Indy Fuel and join the fight against cancer on Glads Fight Cancer Weekend. Players, staff, and fans will show their support for those currently battling cancer and remember those who have lost their fight, with the team wearing specialty jerseys for the occasion.

Jersey Frenzy | Saturday, November 28^th vs Jacksonville – 7:10 PM

Enjoy Gladiators hockey as Atlanta hosts Jacksonville, while having the opportunity to purchase a Gladiators replica jersey at a discounted rate!

Margaritaville | Sunday, November 29^th vs Jacksonville – 3:10 PM

It’s 5 o’clock somewhere – so throw on your Hawaiian shirt and sunglasses; and join us at Gas South Arena for our Margaritaville game! 

DECEMBER

Education Day #1 | Wednesday, December 2^nd vs South Carolina – 10:30 AM

Students from the greater Atlanta area will enjoy a unique educational experience on December 2nd at 10:30 AM! Each student attending this game will receive a STEM/STEAM approved hockey-related workbook that covers a variety of subjects and relates to the great game of hockey!

Max’s Holiday Party | Friday, December 18^th vs Greenville – 7:10 PM

The holidays are in full swing, and Max has invited you to his holiday party! There’s no better place to spend the holidays than at Gas South Arena with Max and the Atlanta Gladiators. Tis the season for hockey as the Gladiators battle the Greenville Swamp Rabbits!

Wizard Night | Saturday, December 19^th vs Greenville – 7:10 PM

Magic is in the air on Wizard Night, as the Gladiators duel with the Greenville Swamp Rabbits. Fans are encouraged to participate in the annual Jambos Pajama Toss by tossing new pajamas on the ice after the Gladiators’ first goal to support children in the community.

Toy Story | Sunday, December 20^th vs Greenville – 3:10 PM

YOU. ARE. A. TOY! The Gladiators will be wearing Toy Story themed specialty jerseys for this thrilling matinee game vs the Swamp Rabbits.

Frosty Boots & Country Roots – Presented by 94.9 The Bull | Saturday, December 26^th vs Savannah – 7:10 PM

The Gladiators will get their boots dirty against the Savannah Ghost Pirates on this country themed promotional night! Grab your hat and boots and gallop on over to Gas South Arena for this edition of the Battle of Georgia!

JANUARY

New Year, New Goals, One Battle – Presented by the Gwinnett Sports Commission| Saturday, January 2^nd vs Florida – 7:10 PM

Get started on your new year’s resolutions and celebrate the new year with the Gladiators!

Ladies Day | Sunday, January 3^rd vs Florida – 3:10 PM

This day is for all the ladies! This is the perfect day to get all the gals together and enjoy some Gladiators hockey at Gas South Arena.

Trades Night  | Friday, January 8^th vs South Carolina – 7:10 PM

The Gladiators welcome and recognize members of local unions specializing in various trades to Trades Night on January 8th.

Star Wars Night | Saturday, January 30^th vs Jacksonville – 7:10 PM

The Gladiators and the rebel alliance host the rival Jacksonville Icemen and the Empire on Star Wars Night! May the force be with the Glads as they battle the Icemen in Star Wars themed specialty jerseys!

Faith & Family | Sunday, January 31^st vs Jacksonville – 3:10 PM

Follow up Sunday service with frozen fun for the whole family in this matinee matchup against the Jacksonville Icemen! 

FEBRUARY

Character Night – Presented by ENT Party ATL | Friday, February 5^th vs Greensboro – 7:10 PM

Come dressed as your favorite character to Gas South Arena for Character Night, as the Gladiators battle the Greensboro Gargoyles!

Heroes Night – Presented by Piedmont Eastside & OrthoAtlanta | Saturday, February 6^th vs Greensboro – 7:10 PM

On February 6th, we honor and recognize the heroes within our community who work around the clock making sacrifices to make our community a better place. The Gladiators will wear specialty jerseys for Heroes Night.

Mardi Gras | Wednesday, February 10^th vs South Carolina – 7:10 PM

Celebrate Mardi Gras with Maximus and the Atlanta Gladiators!

Gladiators Speedway Day | Monday, February 15^th vs Savannah – 1:10 PM

Race on over to Gas South Arena for this high-octane matchup vs the Savannah Ghost Pirates! The Gladiators embrace the identity of motorsports in the South on this President’s Day game.

MARCH

Education Day #2 | Tuesday, March 2^nd vs South Carolina – 10:30 AM

The school game is so nice, we’re doing it twice! The perfect field trip outing returns as kids from schools all over Atlanta pack Gas South Arena to cheer on the Gladiators as they host the South Carolina Stingrays.

Hockey Heritage | Friday, March 12^th vs Florida – 7:10 PM

Hockey Heritage | Saturday, March 13^th vs Florida – 7:10 PM

Hockey Heritage | Sunday, March 14^th vs Florida – 3:10 PM

The Gladiators will pay homage to Atlanta’s rich hockey history with our biggest edition of Hockey Heritage weekend yet! For THREE NIGHTS the Gladiators will throw back to the days of previous pro hockey teams in Atlanta!

St. Patty’s | Wednesday, March 17^th vs Greenville – 7:10 PM

Join us in celebrating St. Patty’s Day as the Glads battle the Greenville Swamp Rabbits!

APRIL

Golf Night | Saturday, April 3^rd vs Greenville – 7:10 PM

Two sports collide on one night as golf and hockey come together at Gas South Arena. The Gladiators will dress in golf themed specialty jerseys as they host the Greenville Swamp Rabbits on Golf Night! 

Hockey is for Everyone | Sunday, April 4^th vs Jacksonville – 3:10 PM

The Gladiators welcome all fans to Gas South Arena in celebration of the ECHL’s “Hockey is for Everyone” initiative.

Fan Appreciation Night | Friday, April 9^th vs Jacksonville – 7:10 PM

Atlanta’s regular season home schedule concludes with a contest vs the Jacksonville Icemen, as the Gladiators honor and say thank you to the best fans in the ECHL!

Single game tickets are available for purchase HERE, or secure your seats with a season ticket package by calling 770-497-5100! 

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A downloadable version of the promotional schedule is available below.