RALEIGH, N.C. – Exciting news for hockey fans! The NHL and the NHL Players’ Association, in collaboration with Live Nation, have revealed the 2026 NHL Global Series in Finland. This event will feature two regular-season games between the Carolina Hurricanes and the Seattle Kraken at Veikkaus Arena in Helsinki on November 12 and November 14.
Here are the key details:
- Carolina Hurricanes vs. Seattle Kraken
- Game 1: November 12, 2026, at 7 p.m. EET (12 p.m. ET)
- Game 2: November 14, 2026, at 8 p.m. EET (1 p.m. ET)
Tickets for the event will be available on March 31 at 10 a.m. EET (4 a.m. ET) through Ticketmaster. For those interested in traveling from the U.S., the Hurricanes will offer Fan Tour packages. These packages will cover airfare, accommodations, tickets, and even some local tours.
The 2026 game is part of the league’s ongoing commitment to its European fans. Over the past 13 seasons, the NHL has taken its games to Europe, responding to the growing enthusiasm for hockey outside North America. Of the 48 regular-season games played internationally so far, 11 have been in Finland—highlighting its importance on the NHL calendar.
Veikkaus Arena, previously known as Hartwall Arena, has hosted NHL games before. Notably, the Hurricanes last played in Finland during the 2010 Premiere Series, where they had a thrilling sweep against the Minnesota Wild.
Fans will be thrilled to see their stars back in Finland. Hurricanes’ point leader Sebastian Aho, who hails from Rauma, and Jesperi Kotkaniemi from Pori, will make a memorable return to their home country.
In a 2021 survey by the NHL, 34% of European fans expressed a desire for more games in their regions. This growing interest reflects a deeper connection with the sport that the NHL aims to foster through events like this Global Series. With social media bringing fans closer to their favorite teams and players, the buzz around this event is likely to be vibrant.
Stay tuned for more updates on the Global Series, including broadcast details and further announcements from NHL.com.
