Atlanta Gladiators Release 2026-27 Promotional Schedule
DULUTH, Ga. — The Atlanta Gladiators, the ECHL affiliate of the NHL's Nashville Predators and the AHL's Milwaukee Admirals, have released their promotional schedule for the 2026-27 season.
The lineup features a mix of new and returning theme nights for fans of all ages. The team said additional promotions could be added throughout the season and that all dates, times and promotions are subject to change.
The Gladiators open their 23rd season at Gas South Arena on Oct. 17 against the Norfolk Admirals for Opening Night.
November brings several theme nights, including a Friday the 13th matchup against Trois-Rivières and a Military Night game two days later honoring U.S. service members. The team will host a three-game Glads Fight Cancer weekend, presented by Beaver Toyota Mazda, against Indy from Nov. 20-22, with players wearing specialty jerseys in support of those affected by cancer. The month closes with a discounted jersey night against Jacksonville on Nov. 28 and a Hawaiian-shirt-themed Margaritaville game the following afternoon.
December's schedule includes the team's first Education Day on Dec. 2, when local students will receive STEM-approved hockey workbooks. The Gladiators will also host Max's Holiday Party on Dec. 18, followed by Wizard Night on Dec. 19, which features the team's annual pajama toss to benefit children in the community. A Toy Story-themed game follows Dec. 20, and the team closes the month with a country-themed Frosty Boots & Country Roots night, presented by 94.9 The Bull, against Savannah on Dec. 26.
January features a New Year, New Goals, One Battle night presented by the Gwinnett Sports Commission on Jan. 2, followed by Ladies Day on Jan. 3. Local union tradespeople will be recognized Jan. 8 for Trades Night, presented by Local Union 72. The month concludes with Star Wars Night against Jacksonville on Jan. 30 and a Faith & Family matinee the next day.
In February, the Gladiators will host Character Night, presented by ENT Party ATL, on Feb. 5, followed by Heroes Night on Feb. 6, presented by Piedmont Eastside and OrthoAtlanta, honoring community first responders and workers. A Mardi Gras-themed game follows Feb. 10, and the team hosts a Presidents Day matinee, Gladiators Speedway Day, on Feb. 15.
March opens with the team's second Education Day on March 2. The Gladiators will then hold a three-game Hockey Heritage weekend from March 12-14, paying tribute to Atlanta's professional hockey history, before a St. Patrick's Day game against Greenville on March 17.
The promotional slate wraps up in April with a golf-themed night April 3, a Hockey is for Everyone celebration April 4 in support of the ECHL's inclusion initiative, and the regular-season home finale April 9, which doubles as Fan Appreciation Night against Jacksonville.
