The University of Wisconsin has announced its men’s ice hockey schedule for the 2026‑27 season, a slate that opens on October 2 with a two‑game series against Robert Morris University of Pennsylvania.
Early in the campaign the Badgers will travel to Mankato, Minnesota, for a four‑game stretch against Minnesota State‑Mankato, a program coached by Mike Hastings, from November 5 through 8.
A home series against Notre Dame follows, with games scheduled for October 29 to November 1, giving fans a chance to see the Fighting Irish in Madison.
Holiday Showcase at Fiserv Forum
The Kwik Trip Holiday Face‑Off will take place at Milwaukee’s Fiserv Forum, featuring Wisconsin alongside Arizona State, UMass and Northern Michigan in a four‑team tournament that spans the holiday weekend.
Additional non‑conference matchups include a two‑game series with Canisius in late November and a home‑and‑home set against Nebraska‑Omaha in early December.
Big Ten competition resumes in January, beginning with a two‑game series against Michigan State from January 7 to 10, after which the Badgers will continue conference play throughout the winter.
Overall, the schedule blends early road challenges, a festive neutral‑site event, and a full slate of Big Ten battles, setting the stage for a competitive season for the Badgers.