The excitement is building as the Edmonton Oilers begin their 2026 Stanley Cup playoffs run. Whether you’re out on the town or cheering from home, remember to enjoy the action safely and responsibly.
Playoffs Schedule
Don’t miss the excitement. Check the 2026 Edmonton Oilers playoff schedule.
ICE District Watch Parties
Oilers fans can catch every home and away game at the ICE District’s outdoor watch parties.
Ford Tailgate Party and Play Alberta Fan Park
Admission: Free, first-come, first served
Fans of all ages are welcome.
Join the fun in the Ford Tailgate Party in ICE District Plaza and the Play Alberta Fan Park. Enjoy pre- and post-game entertainment including DJs, live music, food and beverages as you watch the game on giant outdoor screens.
Molson Hockey House in Ford Hall
Molson Hockey House in Ford Hall will be open for home games for adults only (18+).
Rogers Road Game Watch Party
For away games, fans can purchase tickets to the Rogers Road Game Watch Party inside Rogers Place. Tickets are available to purchase on the Edmonton Oilers website.
Getting to Rogers Place
Here are a few things to remember if you are attending the games in person at Rogers Place, or heading out to watch the game at one of our city’s fabulous bars and eateries.
Bus and LRT Service
Multiple ETS bus routes, as well as Capital/Metro and Southeast Valley Line trains, serve Edmonton’s downtown and provide service within walking distance of Rogers Place.
Riders are encouraged to plan ahead using the Trip Planner or real-time tools such as Google Maps.
Transit Fares and Arc
Regular fares apply on game days for the LRT and regular bus service. Riders 12 years of age and under ride for free on bus and LRT service when with a fare-paying adult.
Riders can also use Arc – the smart way to ride and pay for transit. Simply tap on and off transit using an Arc card, debit or credit card, single-use Arc ticket or an Arc multi-day pass.
Parking
To pay for parking:
- Scan a QR code on a posted sign
- Pay online at HotSpot
- Use the HotSpot parking app
Visit EPark Parking for complete information on payment methods.
Road and Sidewalk Closures
Anticipate significant traffic and pedestrian congestion downtown on game nights. Motorists should avoid the area or use alternate routes.
104 Avenue, from 101 Street to 105 Street, will be closed to vehicle traffic during the third period and will reopen once egress from ICE District is complete. Vehicles will still be able to exit all parkades in the area.
ETS buses along 104 Avenue will continue to operate on the regular routing.
Please note: the Valley Line – West LRT accelerated roadwork and the Imagine Jasper Avenue project will impact travel downtown.
- 102 Ave, between 107 Street and 102 Street is fully closed temporarily to vehicular traffic. North/south traffic across 102 Avenue will be maintained on 105 Street
- Pedestrian access will be maintained. However, detours will be in place. View up-to-date pedestrian wayfinding information.
For further information, check the Current Traffic Disruptions map.
Public Washrooms
For those coming to the Oilers watch parties in ICE District, there are washroom facilities inside Rogers Place for those who have purchased tickets, as well as ample portable toilets in both the Plaza and Fan Park.
On playoff game days, the Churchill washrooms in the Centennial pavilion will remain open until 1am.
Find out more about public washrooms.
Sir Winston Churchill Square Activities
On game days, join the Edmonton Arts Council in Sir Winston Churchill Square for free pre-game activities for the whole family. Enjoy a friendly game of street hockey in an inflatable rink and write a message of encouragement from the Edmonton Oilers on our community banner, all before puck drop.
Lighting the City
The City will be lighting various specialty assets throughout the 2026 Edmonton Oiler playoffs run to show support, including the High Level Bridge, Rossdale Power Plant, Edmonton Tower, City Hall, including the Edmonton sign in front of City Hall, and more!
Businesses and residents alike are encouraged to support by lighting any assets you have using hex codes #FFA500 & #0000FF to light up blue and orange across the City!
