⏰ Sunday, September 27 from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
📍Ford Thunder Alley
The Bolts host a curated vintage market that will bring together throwback hockey culture, vintage apparel, local creativity and modern streetwear for a unique fan experience celebrating the Lightning's history and culture. In partnership with Mezzo Market, the event will feature more than 40 vendors and activations touting apparel, collectibles and nostalgia vendors, along with a DJ on the Porch.
⏰ Monday, September 28 - Friday, October 2
📍Tampa Bay Area
Bolts Nation will have the opportunity to put their knowledge of Tampa Bay to the test during Find the Bolt, a week-long scavenger hunt taking place at locations throughout the region. Each day, a Lightning Bolt will be hidden at a secret location, with clues revealed through the team's social media channels. The first fan to locate the Bolt will win an exclusive prize each day!
⏰ Tuesday, September 29 from 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.
📍Armature Works
The Lightning will bring fans together for an evening of fitness and fun at Armature Works, featuring a 90-minute Pilates session from JETSET on the West Lawn with a live DJ, giveaways and special treats!
⏰ Wednesday, September 30
📍Select Participating Locations
Bolts Nation can test their knowledge and win prizes during special Lightning-themed trivia rounds at four local venues as part of their existing trivia programming. Participating locations include Pinellas Ale Works in St. Pete at 7 p.m., Tamiami Tap in Sarasota at 7 p.m., Top Shelf Sports Lounge in Wesley Chapel at 7:30 p.m. and The Blind Goat in Tampa at 8 p.m.
⏰ Thursday, October 1 @ 7 p.m.
📍TBD
Fans will gather for a Tier 1 watch party presented by Cigar City to celebrate the Lightning's first game of the season versus the New York Rangers at Madison Square Garden. The event will begin at 7 p.m. with the location set to be announced at a later date!
⏰ Friday, October 2
📍Participating Locations
The Lightning are excited to introduce Blue Cup Day – a new signature, annual celebration marking the return of Bolts hockey. Featuring numerous coffee shops throughout Tampa Bay, the first 50 paying customers at each participating location will receive a limited-edition, commemorative Blue Cup and a chance to win a number of surprise giveaways.
Participating locations include The Lab (West Tampa & Seminole Heights), Shortwave (Channelside), Flatbread & Butter (Downtown Tampa & Downtown St. Pete), Lady & The Mug (Tampa), Intermezzo (St. Pete), Grove Surf Café (Indian Rocks Beach & St. Pete Beach)
⏰ Saturday, October 3
📍Benchmark International Arena
Lightning Launch Week will culminate with the Bolts taking the ice at Benchmark International Arena for the team’s home opener versus the Washington Capitals. The afternoon festivities will begin at 3:45 p.m. with the return of the Lightning Blue Carpet Walk as the team will arrive and greet fans on Ford Thunder Alley. Attending fans will also have the opportunity to take photos with the Hart Memorial Trophy, Jack Adams Award and Vezina Trophy, which will be on-site after being won last season by Nikita Kucherov, Jon Cooper and Andrei Vasilevskiy, respectively.
