Plan the season

Columbus Blue Jackets Schedule Quick Facts

Start with the key dates, then use the complete schedule below for every opponent, puck-drop time, TV listing and venue.

Season opener

October 1, 2026

vs Buffalo Sabres · 7:00 PM ET

Home opener

October 1, 2026

vs Buffalo Sabres · 7:00 PM ET

Regular-season finale

April 10, 2027

at New York Islanders · 5:00 PM ET

Primary home arena

Nationwide Arena

Listed venue for most Columbus Blue Jackets home games.

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September 29, 2026 – April 10, 2027

2026-27 Columbus Blue Jackets Schedule: All 84 Games

Use the opponent, home/away and month filters to find a game. Start times can be converted to your local time, with Eastern Time kept underneath for reference.

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Date	Matchup	Your time	TV	Venue
Thu, Oct 1	Buffalo Sabres at Columbus Blue Jackets Game details →	7:00 PM ET 7:00 PM ET	TBA	Nationwide Arena
Sat, Oct 3	Utah Mammoth at Columbus Blue Jackets Game details →	7:00 PM ET 7:00 PM ET	TBA	Nationwide Arena
Fri, Oct 9	Pittsburgh Penguins at Columbus Blue Jackets Game details →	7:00 PM ET 7:00 PM ET	TBA	Nationwide Arena
Sat, Oct 10	Columbus Blue Jackets at St. Louis Blues Game details →	7:00 PM ET 7:00 PM ET	TBA	Enterprise Center
Tue, Oct 13	Florida Panthers at Columbus Blue Jackets Game details →	6:15 PM ET 6:15 PM ET	TBA	Nationwide Arena
Sat, Oct 17	New York Rangers at Columbus Blue Jackets Game details →	7:00 PM ET 7:00 PM ET	TBA	Nationwide Arena
Sun, Oct 18	Columbus Blue Jackets at Minnesota Wild Game details →	6:00 PM ET 6:00 PM ET	TBA	Grand Casino Arena
Tue, Oct 20	Toronto Maple Leafs at Columbus Blue Jackets Game details →	7:00 PM ET 7:00 PM ET	TBA	Nationwide Arena
Sat, Oct 24	Vegas Golden Knights at Columbus Blue Jackets Game details →	7:00 PM ET 7:00 PM ET	TBA	Nationwide Arena
Tue, Oct 27	Columbus Blue Jackets at Philadelphia Flyers Game details →	7:00 PM ET 7:00 PM ET	TBA	Xfinity Mobile Arena
Thu, Oct 29	Columbus Blue Jackets at Carolina Hurricanes Game details →	7:00 PM ET 7:00 PM ET	TBA	Lenovo Center
Sat, Oct 31	Columbus Blue Jackets at Dallas Stars Game details →	8:00 PM ET 8:00 PM ET	TBA	American Airlines Center
Tue, Nov 3	Colorado Avalanche at Columbus Blue Jackets Game details →	7:00 PM ET 7:00 PM ET	TBA	Nationwide Arena
Thu, Nov 5	Dallas Stars at Columbus Blue Jackets Game details →	7:00 PM ET 7:00 PM ET	TBA	Nationwide Arena
Fri, Nov 6	Columbus Blue Jackets at Buffalo Sabres Game details →	7:00 PM ET 7:00 PM ET	TBA	KeyBank Center
Tue, Nov 10	Florida Panthers at Columbus Blue Jackets Game details →	7:00 PM ET 7:00 PM ET	TBA	Nationwide Arena
Thu, Nov 12	Tampa Bay Lightning at Columbus Blue Jackets Game details →	7:00 PM ET 7:00 PM ET	TBA	Nationwide Arena
Sat, Nov 14	Philadelphia Flyers at Columbus Blue Jackets Game details →	7:00 PM ET 7:00 PM ET	TBA	Nationwide Arena
Tue, Nov 17	Columbus Blue Jackets at New York Islanders Game details →	7:00 PM ET 7:00 PM ET	TBA	UBS Arena
Thu, Nov 19	Columbus Blue Jackets at Chicago Blackhawks Game details →	8:00 PM ET 8:00 PM ET	TBA	United Center
Sat, Nov 21	Columbus Blue Jackets at Toronto Maple Leafs Game details →	7:00 PM ET 7:00 PM ET	TBA	Scotiabank Arena
Mon, Nov 23	Columbus Blue Jackets at New Jersey Devils Game details →	7:00 PM ET 7:00 PM ET	TBA	Prudential Center
Wed, Nov 25	New Jersey Devils at Columbus Blue Jackets Game details →	7:00 PM ET 7:00 PM ET	TBA	Nationwide Arena
Fri, Nov 27	Detroit Red Wings at Columbus Blue Jackets Game details →	3:00 PM ET 3:00 PM ET	TBA	Nationwide Arena
Mon, Nov 30	Columbus Blue Jackets at Pittsburgh Penguins Game details →	7:00 PM ET 7:00 PM ET	TBA	PPG Paints Arena
Thu, Dec 3	Columbus Blue Jackets at Carolina Hurricanes Game details →	7:00 PM ET 7:00 PM ET	TBA	Lenovo Center
Sat, Dec 5	Columbus Blue Jackets at Nashville Predators Game details →	2:00 PM ET 2:00 PM ET	TBA	Bridgestone Arena
Mon, Dec 7	Columbus Blue Jackets at Tampa Bay Lightning Game details →	7:00 PM ET 7:00 PM ET	TBA	Benchmark International Arena
Thu, Dec 10	Minnesota Wild at Columbus Blue Jackets Game details →	7:00 PM ET 7:00 PM ET	TBA	Nationwide Arena
Sat, Dec 12	Montreal Canadiens at Columbus Blue Jackets Game details →	1:00 PM ET 1:00 PM ET	TBA	Nationwide Arena
Sun, Dec 13	Columbus Blue Jackets at New York Rangers Game details →	6:00 PM ET 6:00 PM ET	TBA	Madison Square Garden
Tue, Dec 15	Carolina Hurricanes at Columbus Blue Jackets Game details →	7:00 PM ET 7:00 PM ET	TBA	Nationwide Arena
Thu, Dec 17	Seattle Kraken at Columbus Blue Jackets Game details →	7:00 PM ET 7:00 PM ET	TBA	Nationwide Arena
Sat, Dec 19	Los Angeles Kings at Columbus Blue Jackets Game details →	7:00 PM ET 7:00 PM ET	TBA	Nationwide Arena
Mon, Dec 21	Columbus Blue Jackets at Philadelphia Flyers Game details →	7:00 PM ET 7:00 PM ET	TBA	Xfinity Mobile Arena
Tue, Dec 22	Montreal Canadiens at Columbus Blue Jackets Game details →	7:00 PM ET 7:00 PM ET	TBA	Nationwide Arena
Sat, Dec 26	Columbus Blue Jackets at Washington Capitals Game details →	7:00 PM ET 7:00 PM ET	TBA	Capital One Arena
Sun, Dec 27	Edmonton Oilers at Columbus Blue Jackets Game details →	5:00 PM ET 5:00 PM ET	TBA	Nationwide Arena
Tue, Dec 29	Columbus Blue Jackets at Montreal Canadiens Game details →	7:00 PM ET 7:00 PM ET	TBA	Centre Bell
Thu, Dec 31	Washington Capitals at Columbus Blue Jackets Game details →	2:00 PM ET 2:00 PM ET	TBA	Nationwide Arena
Sat, Jan 2	Boston Bruins at Columbus Blue Jackets Game details →	7:00 PM ET 7:00 PM ET	TBA	Nationwide Arena
Sun, Jan 3	Columbus Blue Jackets at New York Rangers Game details →	6:00 PM ET 6:00 PM ET	TBA	Madison Square Garden
Tue, Jan 5	New York Rangers at Columbus Blue Jackets Game details →	7:00 PM ET 7:00 PM ET	TBA	Nationwide Arena
Thu, Jan 7	Columbus Blue Jackets at New Jersey Devils Game details →	7:00 PM ET 7:00 PM ET	TBA	Prudential Center
Fri, Jan 8	Buffalo Sabres at Columbus Blue Jackets Game details →	7:00 PM ET 7:00 PM ET	TBA	Nationwide Arena
Tue, Jan 12	Columbus Blue Jackets at Calgary Flames Game details →	8:00 PM ET 8:00 PM ET	TBA	Scotiabank Saddledome
Fri, Jan 15	Columbus Blue Jackets at Edmonton Oilers Game details →	8:00 PM ET 8:00 PM ET	TBA	Rogers Place
Sat, Jan 16	Columbus Blue Jackets at Vancouver Canucks Game details →	10:00 PM ET 10:00 PM ET	TBA	Rogers Arena
Mon, Jan 18	Columbus Blue Jackets at Seattle Kraken Game details →	4:00 PM ET 4:00 PM ET	TBA	Climate Pledge Arena
Thu, Jan 21	Calgary Flames at Columbus Blue Jackets Game details →	7:00 PM ET 7:00 PM ET	TBA	Nationwide Arena
Sat, Jan 23	Columbus Blue Jackets at Ottawa Senators Game details →	3:30 PM ET 3:30 PM ET	TBA	Canadian Tire Centre
Sun, Jan 24	Anaheim Ducks at Columbus Blue Jackets Game details →	5:00 PM ET 5:00 PM ET	TBA	Nationwide Arena
Tue, Jan 26	Columbus Blue Jackets at Boston Bruins Game details →	7:00 PM ET 7:00 PM ET	TBA	TD Garden
Thu, Jan 28	Winnipeg Jets at Columbus Blue Jackets Game details →	7:00 PM ET 7:00 PM ET	TBA	Nationwide Arena
Sat, Jan 30	Detroit Red Wings at Columbus Blue Jackets Game details →	7:00 PM ET 7:00 PM ET	TBA	Nationwide Arena
Mon, Feb 8	Columbus Blue Jackets at Toronto Maple Leafs Game details →	7:30 PM ET 7:30 PM ET	TBA	Scotiabank Arena
Tue, Feb 9	Columbus Blue Jackets at Ottawa Senators Game details →	7:00 PM ET 7:00 PM ET	TBA	Canadian Tire Centre
Thu, Feb 11	Ottawa Senators at Columbus Blue Jackets Game details →	7:00 PM ET 7:00 PM ET	TBA	Nationwide Arena
Sat, Feb 13	Columbus Blue Jackets at Boston Bruins Game details →	7:00 PM ET 7:00 PM ET	TBA	TD Garden
Mon, Feb 15	Columbus Blue Jackets at Colorado Avalanche Game details →	3:00 PM ET 3:00 PM ET	TBA	Ball Arena
Wed, Feb 17	Columbus Blue Jackets at Utah Mammoth Game details →	9:00 PM ET 9:00 PM ET	TBA	Delta Center
Thu, Feb 18	Columbus Blue Jackets at Vegas Golden Knights Game details →	10:30 PM ET 10:30 PM ET	TBA	T-Mobile Arena
Sat, Feb 20	Nashville Predators at Columbus Blue Jackets Game details →	5:00 PM ET 5:00 PM ET	TBA	Nationwide Arena
Mon, Feb 22	New York Islanders at Columbus Blue Jackets Game details →	7:00 PM ET 7:00 PM ET	TBA	Nationwide Arena
Fri, Feb 26	New Jersey Devils at Columbus Blue Jackets Game details →	7:00 PM ET 7:00 PM ET	TBA	Nationwide Arena
Sat, Feb 27	New York Islanders at Columbus Blue Jackets Game details →	7:00 PM ET 7:00 PM ET	TBA	Nationwide Arena
Mon, Mar 1	Carolina Hurricanes at Columbus Blue Jackets Game details →	7:00 PM ET 7:00 PM ET	TBA	Nationwide Arena
Wed, Mar 3	Columbus Blue Jackets at San Jose Sharks Game details →	10:00 PM ET 10:00 PM ET	TBA	SAP Center at San Jose
Fri, Mar 5	Columbus Blue Jackets at Los Angeles Kings Game details →	10:00 PM ET 10:00 PM ET	TBA	Crypto.com Arena
Sun, Mar 7	Columbus Blue Jackets at Anaheim Ducks Game details →	8:00 PM ET 8:00 PM ET	TBA	Honda Center
Thu, Mar 11	Vancouver Canucks at Columbus Blue Jackets Game details →	7:00 PM ET 7:00 PM ET	TBA	Nationwide Arena
Sat, Mar 13	San Jose Sharks at Columbus Blue Jackets Game details →	7:00 PM ET 7:00 PM ET	TBA	Nationwide Arena
Tue, Mar 16	Pittsburgh Penguins at Columbus Blue Jackets Game details →	7:00 PM ET 7:00 PM ET	TBA	Nationwide Arena
Thu, Mar 18	Columbus Blue Jackets at Detroit Red Wings Game details →	7:00 PM ET 7:00 PM ET	TBA	Little Caesars Arena
Sat, Mar 20	Columbus Blue Jackets at Winnipeg Jets Game details →	7:00 PM ET 7:00 PM ET	TBA	Canada Life Centre
Mon, Mar 22	Columbus Blue Jackets at Pittsburgh Penguins Game details →	7:00 PM ET 7:00 PM ET	TBA	PPG Paints Arena
Thu, Mar 25	Chicago Blackhawks at Columbus Blue Jackets Game details →	7:00 PM ET 7:00 PM ET	TBA	Nationwide Arena
Sat, Mar 27	St. Louis Blues at Columbus Blue Jackets Game details →	7:00 PM ET 7:00 PM ET	TBA	Nationwide Arena
Tue, Mar 30	Columbus Blue Jackets at Florida Panthers Game details →	7:00 PM ET 7:00 PM ET	TBA	Amerant Bank Arena
Thu, Apr 1	Columbus Blue Jackets at Tampa Bay Lightning Game details →	7:00 PM ET 7:00 PM ET	TBA	Benchmark International Arena
Sat, Apr 3	Columbus Blue Jackets at Washington Capitals Game details →	5:00 PM ET 5:00 PM ET	TBA	Capital One Arena
Tue, Apr 6	Washington Capitals at Columbus Blue Jackets Game details →	7:00 PM ET 7:00 PM ET	TBA	Nationwide Arena
Thu, Apr 8	Philadelphia Flyers at Columbus Blue Jackets Game details →	7:00 PM ET 7:00 PM ET	TBA	Nationwide Arena
Sat, Apr 10	Columbus Blue Jackets at New York Islanders Game details →	5:00 PM ET 5:00 PM ET	TBA	UBS Arena

84 games

Season planning

2026-27 Columbus Blue Jackets Schedule Highlights

These totals are calculated from the complete 84-game schedule above, so you can quickly spot long home stretches, road trips and the busiest parts of the season.

Longest Columbus Blue Jackets Homestand

5 consecutive home games from Feb 20–Mar 1, 2027.

Longest Columbus Blue Jackets Road Trip

4 consecutive road games from Nov 17–23, 2026.

Busiest Month: December

Columbus Blue Jackets play 15 games in December, the largest monthly total on this schedule.

Busiest Day: Saturday

Columbus Blue Jackets have 23 games scheduled on Saturdays.

Weekend Home Games

There are 14 listed home games on Saturdays or Sundays.

Metropolitan Division Games

The 2026-27 format gives Columbus Blue Jackets four games against each division rival: two home and two away.

The NHL’s official format is 84 games per club: 28 within the division, 24 against the rest of the conference and 32 against the other conference. Review the official 2026-27 schedule facts.

Month by month

Columbus Blue Jackets Schedule by Month

Choose a month to filter the full game table. Each card shows the number of home and road games before you open that month.

Columbus Blue Jackets Schedule in October 2026

12 games · 7 home · 5 road

Columbus Blue Jackets Schedule in November 2026

13 games · 7 home · 6 road

Columbus Blue Jackets Schedule in December 2026

15 games · 8 home · 7 road

Columbus Blue Jackets Schedule in January 2027

15 games · 7 home · 8 road

Columbus Blue Jackets Schedule in February 2027

11 games · 5 home · 6 road

Columbus Blue Jackets Schedule in March 2027

13 games · 6 home · 7 road

Columbus Blue Jackets Schedule in April 2027

5 games · 2 home · 3 road

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How to Use the Columbus Blue Jackets Schedule

The page is designed to answer who, when, where and how to watch without making you convert times or scan unrelated NHL games.

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Show Columbus Blue Jackets Games in Your Time Zone

Use My Local Time or choose Eastern, Central, Mountain, Arizona, Pacific, Alaska or Hawaii. Eastern Time remains under every converted start.

Print or Add All 84 Games

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Broadcast guide

How to Watch Columbus Blue Jackets Games in 2026-27

Start with the TV column beside each matchup. Availability can differ by game, country, region and subscription package.

National and Regional TV Listings

Each row shows the national or regional networks currently included in the schedule data. Search a network name to find matching games.

What “TBA” Means in the TV Column

TBA means a confirmed channel is not yet included for that game. Broadcast assignments often arrive or change after the schedule is released.

Confirm Coverage Before Puck Drop

Check your local provider and the official NHL viewing guide. Local restrictions may apply.

Fast answers

Columbus Blue Jackets Schedule 2026-27 FAQ

How many games do the Columbus Blue Jackets play in 2026-27?

The Columbus Blue Jackets play 84 regular-season games: 42 at home and 42 on the road.

When does the Columbus Blue Jackets season start?

The season opener is October 1, 2026, vs Buffalo Sabres at 7:00 PM ET.

When is the next Columbus Blue Jackets game?

The next listed game is October 1, 2026, vs Buffalo Sabres at 7:00 PM ET.

Are Columbus Blue Jackets game times shown in my time zone?

Yes. The Your Time column uses the zone selected above. Eastern Time remains directly below each converted time for reference.

Where can I find the Columbus Blue Jackets TV schedule?

Use the TV column in the complete schedule. Search by a network name, and treat TBA as an unconfirmed or not-yet-included listing.

Can I print or download the Columbus Blue Jackets schedule?

Yes. Use the buttons above to open the one-page printable schedule, subscribe to the team calendar or download a free ICS file.

Division rivals

Metropolitan Division Team Schedules

Compare the Columbus Blue Jackets schedule with every other Metropolitan Division team. Division opponents meet four times in 2026-27.

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Columbus Blue Jackets Schedule 2026-27: Dates, Times & TV

Columbus Blue Jackets Schedule Quick Facts

October 1, 2026

October 1, 2026

April 10, 2027

Nationwide Arena

2026-27 Columbus Blue Jackets Schedule: All 84 Games

2026-27 Columbus Blue Jackets Schedule Highlights

Longest Columbus Blue Jackets Homestand

Longest Columbus Blue Jackets Road Trip

Busiest Month: December

Busiest Day: Saturday

Weekend Home Games

Metropolitan Division Games

Columbus Blue Jackets Schedule by Month

Columbus Blue Jackets Schedule in October 2026

Columbus Blue Jackets Schedule in November 2026

Columbus Blue Jackets Schedule in December 2026

Columbus Blue Jackets Schedule in January 2027

Columbus Blue Jackets Schedule in February 2027

Columbus Blue Jackets Schedule in March 2027

Columbus Blue Jackets Schedule in April 2027

How to Use the Columbus Blue Jackets Schedule

Filter by Opponent, Home or Away

Show Columbus Blue Jackets Games in Your Time Zone

Print or Add All 84 Games

How to Watch Columbus Blue Jackets Games in 2026-27

National and Regional TV Listings

What “TBA” Means in the TV Column

Confirm Coverage Before Puck Drop

Columbus Blue Jackets Schedule 2026-27 FAQ

How many games do the Columbus Blue Jackets play in 2026-27?

When does the Columbus Blue Jackets season start?

When is the next Columbus Blue Jackets game?

Are Columbus Blue Jackets game times shown in my time zone?

Where can I find the Columbus Blue Jackets TV schedule?

Can I print or download the Columbus Blue Jackets schedule?

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