Blue Jackets to ring in 2026 with New Year's Eve game presented by New Amsterdam Vodka

The Columbus Blue Jackets are excited to celebrate the end of 2025 with the 5th Line on Wednesday, December 31 at 7 p.m. when they host the New Jersey Devils for a “Knockout” New Year’s Eve, presented by New Amsterdam® Vodka.

Fitting for the theme, World Heavyweight Champion Buster Douglas will deliver the first big hit of the night as the game’s cannoneer, setting the tone for an evening full of excitement. Fans can enjoy entertainment for all ages throughout the concourse, including a DJ near the COSI Fan Zone. For those 21 and over, champagne will be available for purchase at select bars near the McConnell entrance. The celebration will conclude with post-game fireworks on the ice.

The game could feature fireworks of its own as the teams look for a rematch of their December 1 battle at Prudential Center, where the Blue Jackets came out on top 5-3 in a heated contest.

Fans can commemorate the last night of 2025 with a player-signed mystery New Year's Eve puck available for purchase through the Columbus Blue Jackets Foundation. Sales open online at cbjauction.givesmart.com on December 31 at 9 a.m. The pucks are also available at the Foundation’s kiosk at section 110 in Nationwide Arena to purchase during the game. Pucks are available while supplies last.

Regular tickets for the game are available now at BlueJackets.com/Tickets. Families are encouraged to purchase the Dispatch Family Value Pack, presented by ABC 6 and FOX 28, which includes a ticket to the game, Chiller Skate Pass, and the choice of a value meal, featuring Pepsi products, hot dog, hamburger, or chicken fingers with rotating sides of chips, popcorn, or fries. To learn more, visit BlueJackets.com/family. Space is limited.

Live coverage on FanDuel Sports Network begins on Wednesday with the Blue Jackets Live pre-game show starting at 6:30 p.m. ET. The game will also be heard on the Blue Jackets Radio Network, including 93.3 The Bus, and online at BlueJackets.com.