Evansville Thunderbolts vs. Knoxville Ice Bears – 10-Year Anniversary & Opening Night

Saturday, October 17, 2026 | 7:05 PM CST | Ford Center, Evansville, IN

Presented by CenterPoint Energy

Join the Evansville Thunderbolts as we kick off our 10th Anniversary Season with an exciting Opening Night matchup against the Knoxville Ice Bears!

Celebrate a decade of professional hockey in Evansville as the back-to-back SPHL President's Cup Champions (2025 & 2026) return to Ford Center ice. Fans will witness the raising of the team's second consecutive championship banner, and the first 2,000 fans in the building will receive a commemorative replica championship banner!

Opening Night is the perfect opportunity for local businesses to recognize employees, entertain clients, or enjoy an exciting evening with colleagues, friends, and family.

Tickets: Single-game tickets are available at the Ford Center Box Office during normal business hours. For group outings of 10 or more, contact the Evansville Thunderbolts Ticket Sales Team at (812) 422-2658.

Come celebrate 10 years of Thunderbolts hockey and help us kick off another championship season!