Updated July 27, 2026: The 2026 NHL Global Series includes four regular-season games in Europe. The Carolina Hurricanes and Seattle Kraken will play twice in Helsinki in November, followed by two Chicago Blackhawks–Ottawa Senators games in Düsseldorf in December. Official ticket sales have opened, but current inventory, seat locations, fees, and resale availability can change.

This guide brings the verified dates and local times together in one place. For every other game, use the complete 2026-27 NHL schedule.

2026 NHL Global Series schedule at a glance

Date Matchup Local time Venue City
Thursday, November 12 Carolina Hurricanes vs Seattle Kraken 19:00 EET (12:00 p.m. ET) Veikkaus Arena Helsinki, Finland
Saturday, November 14 Carolina Hurricanes vs Seattle Kraken 20:00 EET (1:00 p.m. ET) Veikkaus Arena Helsinki, Finland
Friday, December 18 Chicago Blackhawks vs Ottawa Senators 19:00 CET PSD Bank Dome Düsseldorf, Germany
Sunday, December 20 Chicago Blackhawks vs Ottawa Senators 14:00 CET PSD Bank Dome Düsseldorf, Germany

The NHL's official Finland event page lists both Helsinki start times and links to the authorized seller. The NHL's Germany announcement confirms both Düsseldorf times.

Finland: Hurricanes vs Kraken in Helsinki

Dates, times and venue

The Hurricanes and Kraken will play at Veikkaus Arena on Thursday, November 12, and Saturday, November 14. The Thursday game begins at 19:00 EET, while the Saturday game begins at 20:00 EET. The NHL also lists those starts as 12:00 p.m. and 1:00 p.m. ET, respectively.

Both are part of the 2026-27 regular season. They are not exhibitions, so their results count in the standings just like games played in North America. Fans building a wider trip can add the dates to their planning through the site's NHL schedule calendar.

Official Finland ticket route

The NHL announced that Finland tickets would go on sale through Ticketmaster Finland on March 31 at 10:00 local time. The official event page currently displays a Get Tickets link to Ticketmaster.fi. Start from that NHL event page or use the seller link it provides rather than relying on an unfamiliar search advertisement.

An on-sale date does not guarantee that every price level or seat remains available in July. Review the selected game, venue, ticket quantity, currency, fees, and delivery method before payment. If you need accessible seating, use the venue or official seller's support route before purchasing.

Germany: Blackhawks vs Senators in Düsseldorf

Dates, times and venue

Chicago and Ottawa will meet at PSD Bank Dome on Friday, December 18, at 19:00 CET and Sunday, December 20, at 14:00 CET. The afternoon Sunday start can make the second game look especially attractive for families or travelers, but fans should still plan around venue entry time and local transportation.

Exterior of the Düsseldorf arena now known as PSD Bank Dome
The Düsseldorf games will be played at PSD Bank Dome, pictured here under its former ISS Dome name. Photo by Johann H. Addicks, CC BY-SA 3.0; cropped and converted to WebP.

Official Germany ticket route

The NHL announced a March 27, 10:00 CET on-sale through Ticketmaster Germany. As with Finland, that date confirms when sales began; it does not establish today's inventory or price. The official NHL announcement links directly to the applicable Ticketmaster.de listing.

The event article presents the matchup as Chicago Blackhawks against Ottawa Senators. It does not need a “home” label for fans to select the correct ticket: confirm the city, date, time, and both team names on the checkout screen.

How to buy 2026 Global Series tickets safely

International event tickets combine a live seat map, local currency, service fees, and delivery rules. A careful checkout matters more than finding a headline price that may no longer exist.

  1. Begin with the NHL event or announcement page. Follow its official seller link for Finland or Germany.
  2. Confirm the exact game. The two games in each city have different dates and start times.
  3. Read the final total. Check the currency and all fees before authorizing payment.
  4. Understand delivery and transfer. Make sure the ticket can be accessed on the device and account you will use at the venue.
  5. Check resale terms. If you use a resale option, review the platform's guarantee, transfer timing, and refund rules.
  6. Ask about accessibility before checkout. Accessible locations and companion-seat policies may require the venue or seller's help.

This guide does not quote a “starting price” because inventory and fees can change by the minute. It also cannot guarantee that a resale listing will remain available.

Travel planning for the Europe games

Use the local time as your travel anchor: EET for Helsinki and CET for Düsseldorf on these dates. Calendar apps may convert event times automatically when your device changes time zone, so compare the saved entry with the official local start before making transportation plans.

A practical trip checklist includes:

  • Choose refundable or changeable travel where the price difference is reasonable.
  • Check passport and entry requirements through the appropriate government sources for your nationality.
  • Review the venue's bag, mobile ticket, and entry policies closer to game day.
  • Allow extra time for local transit and arena security.
  • Do not assume a game ticket includes practice access, a fan event, transportation, or a team appearance.

You can also keep a paper planning copy with the printable NHL schedule. Near the event, the weekly NHL schedule can help confirm surrounding games.

What has not been announced or can still change

As of this update, the reviewed NHL event announcements did not provide a complete U.S., Canadian, and local broadcast plan for all four games. The Finland page invites fans to register for updates about ticket sales, pregame events, and news, which means additional event details may be released later.

The following should be treated as pending or live information:

  • Remaining standard and resale ticket inventory
  • Current prices, fees, and seat-map availability
  • Full broadcast and streaming assignments
  • Pregame fan events, open practices, or team appearances
  • Travel packages and any benefits included with them
  • Final venue entry and mobile-ticket procedures

Use the NHL event pages and official sellers as the final authority. The 2026-27 schedule release guide explains where these four games fit into the wider season.

2026 NHL Global Series FAQ

Which teams are playing in the 2026 NHL Global Series?

Carolina and Seattle play two games in Helsinki. Chicago and Ottawa play two games in Düsseldorf.

When are the Helsinki games?

They are Thursday, November 12, at 19:00 EET and Saturday, November 14, at 20:00 EET.

When are the Düsseldorf games?

They are Friday, December 18, at 19:00 CET and Sunday, December 20, at 14:00 CET.

Are tickets on sale?

Yes. The official on-sales began March 31 for Finland and March 27 for Germany. Availability and prices must be checked live with the official seller.

Are these preseason or regular-season games?

All four are 2026-27 NHL regular-season games.

Where can I find updated broadcast details?

Check the NHL event pages and the game listings in the full schedule closer to each date. Complete broadcast assignments were not confirmed in the official event material reviewed on July 27.