SUNRISE, Fla. – The Florida Panthers announced today they will host Vamos Gatos Night powered by Ford on Thursday, Oct. 15 at Amerant Bank Arena. The Panthers Vamos Gatos initiative celebrates the rich culture of South Florida's Hispanic community and the ongoing efforts to foster inclusion and diversity in hockey and beyond. All fans in attendance will receive a 2026-27 magnetic schedule courtesy of Scripps Sports.
Fans can enjoy a pregame party on the Publix Plaza with salsa and merengue dancers, participate in games including Dominoes and Cubilete and hear from Deportes Radio 760 broadcasting live on the Publix Plaza. Throughout the game, fans can enjoy custom co-branded domino giveaway at Ford’s activation area while supplies last, interactive photo opportunities, live painters, live music from Latin bands in the Coors Light Cold Zone and a special Vamos Gatos margarita cocktail.
The night will feature a variety of Hispanic food options including beef or chicken empanadas at Section 130 & 330, salsa verde chicken tostones nachos at Section 305 & 119, Padrinos at Section 115 and assorted pastelitos at Rica Coffee stands.
Exclusive Vamos Gatos jerseys designed by Natalia Marin are available exclusively for purchase at ‘Inside the Boards’ inside Amerant Bank Arena. A limited-edition Vamos Gatos merchandise collection will be available in Pantherland and FLATeamShop.com.
The Panthers will host their ‘Hispanic Excellence’ honorees who will be recognized in-game on Oct. 15. The ‘Hispanic Excellence’ program recognizes local Hispanic business owners, educators, healthcare workers and activists making a positive impact in the South Florida community.
Tickets are still available for the night by visiting FloridaPanthers.com/ThemeNights or FloridaPanthers.com/SingleGame.
