Blue Jackets, Red Wings, + OAR and Twenty One Pilots Highlight 2025 NHL Stadium Series

Columbus, Ohio, is gearing up to host one of hockey’s most exciting events as the NHL Stadium Series in 2025.

The Columbus Blue Jackets will face off against the Detroit Red Wings in the 2025 Navy Federal Credit Union NHL Stadium Series™ at historic Ohio Stadium, home of the Ohio State Buckeyes, on Saturday, March 1, 2025.  

“The Shoe” will be transformed into a hockey rink, providing a unique setting for this outdoor showdown. Catch the broadcast from home live at 6 p.m. ET on ESPN. 

OAR to perform pre-game

Platinum-certified band O.A.R. – whose members are alumni of The Ohio State University – are set to rock a pre-game performance prior to the 2025 Navy Federal Credit Union NHL Stadium Series.

The free concert is at St. John Arena before the Columbus Blue Jackets and Detroit Red Wings face off outdoors inside Ohio Stadium on Saturday, March 1, the National Hockey League today announced. The NHL Stadium Series Pep Rally will be free and open to the public with first-come, first-served seating. The concert will begin at 2:30 p.m. ET.

O.A.R. will be joined by the OSU Athletic Band and the university’s award-winning Spirit team, which consists of cheer and dance, bringing the high-energy enthusiasm of OSU game day traditions to fans before the outdoor game. Columbus Blue Jackets players will make their first stop at St. John Arena before the ceremonious walk over to Ohio Stadium. (Think of it like an OSU football game Skull Session, but hockey!)

Twenty One Pilots performing halftime show

The Stadium Series is more than just a hockey game; Columbus’ own Twenty One Pilots will perform during the game!

Born and raised in Columbus, Twenty One Pilots are currently on a world tour for their seventh studio album, Clancy. Lead vocalist Tyler Joseph, who attended Ohio State University, and drummer Josh Dun will return to their home state to perform during the Red Wings-Blue Jackets game at Ohio Stadium. Portions of their performance will be featured in the game broadcast.

Tickets for NHL Stadium Series

Discounted tickets to NHL Stadium Series for Ohio State students

To commemorate Twenty One Pilots’ return to their hometown, Ohio State University students can use their .edu email address to purchase specially priced $20.99 tickets to the game via Ohio State Account Manager.

OSU students will receive more information from the Ohio State Athletics Ticket Office via email.

image: Columbus Blue Jackets

Ticket Information

Tickets to the 2025 Navy Federal Credit Union NHL Stadium Series are now on sale to the public via Ticketmaster. Please visit the 2025 Navy Federal Credit Union NHL Stadium Series™ Ticketmaster event page.

Tickets for the NHL Stadium Series game in Columbus are in high demand. Get your tickets early! 

Whether you’re a die-hard hockey fan, a supporter of the Blue Jackets (or Twenty One Pilots), or simply someone looking to experience a once-in-a-lifetime event, the NHL Stadium Series is going to be awesome. Grab your tickets and get ready to cheer on the Blue Jackets as they take the ice in one of the most unique settings.

Sign up for up-to-date information on the NHL Stadium Series at nhl.com/nhlstadiumseries.

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