The Colorado Avalanche have unveiled the official timeline for the 2026‑27 campaign, laying out a series of milestones that will guide the team from the first rookie practice to the opening night of the regular season.
2026‑27 Season Calendar
Rookie training camp kicks off on September 12 at the Family Sports Center, where the first on‑ice session will give the newest prospects a chance to familiarize themselves with the club’s systems under the watchful eye of staff.
A day later, the rookie tournament opens in San Jose with a matchup against the Anaheim Ducks, followed by two additional games before the squad returns to Denver for the next phase of preparation.
September 14 marks the Charity Golf Classic at Castle Pines, and the same weekend the Avalanche will conduct three consecutive full‑team practices, spanning Thursday through Saturday, to sharpen the roster ahead of the exhibition schedule.
Media day arrives on September 16, providing reporters and fans an opportunity to hear directly from head coach Jared Bednar and the players as they discuss expectations for the upcoming year.
The preseason begins on September 20 with an exhibition game against the Utah Mammoth at Ball Arena, and continues with three more contests that will round out the preparation before the regular season gets underway.
The regular season opener is slated for September 30, when the Avalanche travel to Los Angeles to face the Kings, signaling the start of competitive play for the new campaign.