AHL Outdoor Classic Tickets
AHL Outdoor Classic Hockey Tickets
Get your AHL Outdoor Classic tickets at TicketSmarter to experience an outdoor ice hockey matchup! The AHL Outdoor Classic is an annual American Hockey League game held in an outdoor stadium or ballpark. Similar to the NHL Winter Classic, the outdoor game will usually feature two rival teams competing at a neutral site where an ice rink will be built on the stadium’s usual playing field. Each event features its own unique name and branding, but they are colloquially referred to as the AHL Outdoor Classic by the league and its fans.
The inaugural game was held in 2010 and was known as the Mirabito Outdoor Classic with the Syracuse Crunch defeating the Binghamton Senators. It took place at the New York State Fairgrounds and was the AHL’s first outdoor game in the league’s history. Since then, the game has been held at a variety of venues including Hersheypark Stadium, Memorial Stadium, and Citizens Bank Park. Each year features new and exciting matchups with some teams having competed in the event multiple times including the Hershey Bears, Bakersfield Condors, and Toronto Marlies. Secure your AHL Outdoor Classic tickets today to see one of the most unique events on the American Hockey League season calendar!
How much are AHL Outdoor Classic tickets?
AHL Outdoor Classic tickets will usually start around $35. Tickets closer to the ice rink and located near the centerline will usually start at prices around $100. Fans looking for cheap AHL Outdoor Classic tickets should look for seats in the upper levels of the stadium and behind the goals as they will be the least expensive options.
AHL Outdoor Classic Schedule
The AHL Outdoor Classic events are individually organized and therefore do not have a set date. The game will generally take place during December, January, or February as those are the coldest months of the year that will support an outdoor ice rink. The AHL Outdoor Classic schedule will typically include a fan fest and other hockey games featuring local and regional college teams.
The Outdoor Classic took a brief hiatus after the 2018 matchup between the Hershey Bears and Lehigh Valley Phantoms at Hersheypark Stadium. The event returns in 2021 with the Empire State Classic between the Utica Comets and Syracuse Crunch at Griffiss Business & Technology Park. Keep an eye on TicketSmarter’s event listings so you’ll know when the next round of the AHL Outdoor Classic is taking place.
When do AHL Outdoor Classic tickets go on sale?
AHL Outdoor Classic tickets will generally go on sale near the start of the current American Hockey League season. Tickets will typically become available several months in advance of the game between August and November. TicketSmarter will have updated ticket listings as soon as tickets for the event go on sale. Be sure to keep an eye on our virtual ticket office so you don’t miss out on the latest tickets!
