Name: Military Themed Hat
Start: 2026-11-12
Location: American Airlines Center

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Game day at American Airlines Center

Bag policy

Max bag size: 14" x 14" x 6". Wristlet, clutches or wallets allowed at all entrances. Purses no larger than 14''x14''x6'' will be allowed at designated X-ray entry points.

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Gates

Stars - Doors open to the public 90 minutes prior to puck drop.

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Transit

DART's Green Line and Orange Line serve Victory Station at American Airlines Center seven days a week. Red and Blue Line riders transfer to a Green or Orange Line train at West End Station. Victory Station is also a regular stop on the Trinity Railway Express (TRE); there is no TRE service on Sundays. Lines: DART Green Line, DART Orange Line, Trinity Railway Express (TRE).

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Rideshare

Located on the north side of the arena, with pick-up/drop-off often directed to Valor Place on the west side.

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Parking

Comerica Garage. Located at 2503 Victory Ave. Opens 2-hours prior to any event starting. Only CC/Debit cards and pre-paid parking passes accepted.
Commons Garage. Located at 2601 Victory Ave. Opens 2-hours prior to AAC events for credit card paying guests.
Lexus Garage. Located at 2620 N. Houston St. (directly across from East Entrance). Clearance: 8'2". Opens at noon on event days.
D Garage. 2400 Victory Ave (0.1 miles from South entrance). Clearance: 8'2".
Lot F. 2721 North Houston Street (directly across from North entrance): ADA Parking Only. The F-Lot does not require a parking pass for entry; pay with a credit card upon arrival; first come, first serve; 105 spaces.
Lot K. 2235 Victory Avenue (0.3 miles from NW Corner).

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November 2026

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UPCOMING PROMOS

22 upcoming events · full schedule below

NOV

THU

Giveaways7:00 PM

Military Themed Hat

A limited number of military themed hats will be available to early arriving fans on Military Appreciation Night, in partnership with Toyota.

vs Jets

NOV

THU

Theme Nights7:00 PM

Military Appreciation Night

Special tribute to military service. A limited number of military themed hats will be available to early arriving fans. Presented by Toyota.

vs Jets

NOV

SUN

GiveawaysHOT7:00 PM

Esa Lindell Bobblehead

Early arriving fans receive a one-of-a-kind Esa Lindell bobblehead, courtesy of Ticketmaster. Guests limited to one per fan and must be present to claim. Handed out as fans enter the building.

vs Panthers

DEC

SAT

Giveaways7:00 PM

Dallas Stars Hall of Fame Game Commemorative Poster

Early arriving fans receive a commemorative poster honoring the 2026 Class of the Dallas Stars Hall of Fame.

vs Blues

DEC

SAT

Theme Nights7:00 PM

Dallas Stars Hall of Fame Game

Honor the 2026 Class of the Dallas Stars Hall of Fame. Early arriving fans can grab a commemorative poster at the door.

vs St. Louis Blues

DEC

TUE

Theme Nights8:30 PM

Holiday Games

Special holiday theme night.

vs Capitals

DEC

TUE

Theme Nights7:00 PM

Holiday Games

Special holiday theme night.

vs Flames

DEC

THU

Theme Nights8:00 PM

New Year's Eve Game

Celebrate the final day of 2026 against the New York Rangers with specialty theme animations throughout the night.

vs Rangers

JAN

TUE

GiveawaysHOT7:00 PM

Western Night Giveaway

Early arriving fans receive a special themed giveaway, courtesy of Visit Fort Worth. Guests limited to one per fan.

vs Senators

JAN

TUE

Theme Nights7:00 PM

Western Night

Texas Hockey Western Night with early arriving fans receiving a special themed giveaway, courtesy of Visit Fort Worth. Guests limited to one per fan. Pregame performance at PNC Plaza.

vs Senators

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JAN

THU

Theme Nights7:00 PM

Off-Campus Promotion

Special theme night celebrating the Off-Campus series with exclusive special edition of 'The Deal'.

vs Canucks

FEB

MON

Theme Nights7:00 PM

80's Night

Special theme night blending nostalgic throwbacks with hockey.

vs Kings

FEB

TUE

Theme Nights7:00 PM

Anime Night

Special theme night with exclusive Dallas Stars x Anime wearable giveaway.

vs Wild

FEB

THU

Theme Nights8:00 PM

Black History Night

Celebrate Black History Month and commemorate Black achievement in hockey. Upon entry fans can grab a Black History Night poster at the door.

vs Flyers

FEB

THU

Giveaways8:00 PM

Black History Night Poster

Commemorate Black achievement in hockey. Early arriving fans receive a Black History Night poster upon entry.

vs Flyers

FEB

SAT

Theme Nights2:00 PM

Alumni Game

Annual Alumni Classic featuring Dallas Stars Alumni on ice following the regular-season game vs. Edmonton Oilers.

vs Oilers

FEB

SAT

Kids & Family2:00 PM

Kid's Day Growth Chart

Celebration of youngest fans. Early arriving kids, ages 12 and under, receive a growth chart giveaway upon entry, while supplies last.

vs Oilers

MAR

WED

Giveaways7:00 PM

Noche Mexicana Wearable Flag Giveaway

Wearable flag giveaway for early arriving fans, courtesy of Ford.

vs Ducks

MAR

WED

Theme Nights7:00 PM

Noche Mexicana

Celebrate Noche Mexicana with local Mexican cuisine, games, and performances by various Mexican-American artists and entertainers at Party on PNC Plaza. Early arriving fans receive a wearable flag giveaway, courtesy of Ford.

vs Ducks

MAR

TUE

Theme Nights7:00 PM

Women in Sports

Celebrate all Women in Sports. Upon entry early arriving fans can secure a commemorative poster.

vs Hurricanes

MAR

TUE

Giveaways7:00 PM

Women in Sports Commemorative Poster

Celebrate all Women in Sports. Early arriving fans receive a commemorative poster upon entry.

vs Hurricanes

APR

SAT

Theme Nights5:00 PM

Fan Appreciation

Celebration of the 2026-27 season honoring the best fans in the NHL. Special giveaways and prizes throughout the evening. Presented by AT&T.

vs Blackhawks

Already happened

COMPLETED 2026-27 PROMOS

5 completed events this season

OCT

SAT

Theme NightsCompleted7:00 PM

Halloween Game

Dress up in your favorite costume for a spooky evening at American Airlines Center.

vs Blue Jackets

OCT

TUE

Theme NightsCompleted7:00 PM

First Responders Night

First Responders Night celebration. All tickets purchased include an exclusive Dallas Stars x First Responders co-branded hat.

vs Devils

OCT

TUE

Theme NightsCompleted7:30 PM

Hockey Fights Cancer Night

Celebration for survivors and supporters of cancer research. 'I Fight For' cards available at Fan Center outside section 113.

vs Avalanche

OCT

FRI

GiveawaysCompleted8:00 PM

Home Opener Magnet Schedule

Grab a magnet schedule, courtesy of Ticketmaster and The Ticket, as you enter American Airlines Center, while supplies last. Presented by Michelob Ultra.

vs Blues

OCT

FRI

Theme NightsCompleted8:00 PM

Home Opener

Home opener presented by Michelob Ultra. Early arriving fans receive a magnet schedule courtesy of Ticketmaster and The Ticket, while supplies last.

vs St. Louis Blues

Already happened

LAST SEASON (2025-26)

2 completed events

Special tickets

Ticket packages (5)

The items below are sold as special ticket packages, so they are not counted as theme nights, giveaways, food deals or kids events on this page.

Tue, Jan 12 · vs Senators
Iron Flame Co-Branded Sweatshirt
Comes with a special ticket package.
Every ticket purchased through the Iron Flame ticket bundle will receive tickets to the game and a co-branded sweatshirt.
Tue, Jan 26 · vs Ducks
Victor E. Green Star Wars Bobblehead
Comes with a special ticket package.
Exclusive ticket bundle includes a Victor E. Green Star Wars bobblehead.
Mon, Feb 8 · vs Kings
Hello Kitty
Comes with a special ticket package.
Hello Kitty ticket offer including an exclusive Dallas Stars and Hello Kitty co-branded promotional item.
Tue, Feb 16 · vs Wild
Anime Night Wearable Giveaway
Comes with a special ticket package.
Exclusive Dallas Stars x Anime wearable giveaway included with ticket bundle.

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Tue, Feb 23 · vs Canucks
Career Fair
Comes with a special ticket package.
The 2027 Dallas Stars Career Fair at American Airlines Center. Meet representatives from teams and organizations all over the region. Every career fair ticket purchased includes a ticket to the event and a ticket to the Stars vs. Canucks game later that night.

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By the numbers

DALLAS STARS PROMO PATTERNS

The Dallas Stars have 27 promotional events scheduled across 42 NHL home games between October 2026 and April 2027, averaging 0.6 promos per home game. Roughly 45% of home dates at American Airlines Center have at least one scheduled promotion.

22 of those 27 events are still to come.

Giveaways are most concentrated in March and November: 4 of the team's 8 giveaways fall in those two months.

Tuesday home games are the most promo-heavy: 9 scheduled events with 2 giveaways.

What giveaways are the Stars doing in 2026-27?

The Dallas Stars have 8 giveaway nights scheduled for the 2026-27 season at American Airlines Center, 7 still to come. Highlights include Esa Lindell Bobblehead on November 15 against the Panthers.

Still to come:

November 12 · Military Themed Hat (vs Jets)
November 15 · Esa Lindell Bobblehead (vs Panthers)
December 12 · Dallas Stars Hall of Fame Game Commemorative Poster (vs Blues)
January 12 · Western Night Giveaway (vs Senators)
February 18 · Black History Night Poster (vs Flyers)
March 10 · Noche Mexicana Wearable Flag Giveaway (vs Ducks)
...and 1 more giveaway

What are the best Stars theme nights in 2026-27?

The Dallas Stars have 18 theme nights scheduled at American Airlines Center during the 2026-27 season, 14 still to come. Next up: Military Appreciation Night (Nov 12), Dallas Stars Hall of Fame Game (Dec 12), Holiday Games (Dec 15).

Still to come:

November 12 · Military Appreciation Night (vs Jets)
December 12 · Dallas Stars Hall of Fame Game (vs St. Louis Blues)
December 15 · Holiday Games (vs Capitals)
December 22 · Holiday Games (vs Flames)
December 31 · New Year's Eve Game (vs Rangers)
January 12 · Western Night (vs Senators)
...and 8 more theme nights

When are Stars kids and family events in 2026-27?

The Dallas Stars have 1 kids and family event at American Airlines Center in the 2026-27 season, 1 still to come. Family events are designed to make game day fun for fans of all ages.

Still to come:

February 27 · Kid's Day Growth Chart

How do I find Dallas Stars promotional events?

PromoNight tracks Dallas Stars giveaways, theme nights, food deals and kids events in one place, free on this site. The free PromoNight app carries the same 2026-27 calendar on iOS and Android and reminds you on the morning of a promotion at American Airlines Center.

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many promotional nights do the Stars have in the 2026-27 season?

The Dallas Stars have 27 promotional events in the 2026-27 season, including 8 giveaway nights, 18 theme nights, 1 kids/family event. 22 are still to come. These events take place at American Airlines Center in Dallas.

What is the best Stars giveaway night in 2026?

The most anticipated Stars giveaway in 2026 is Esa Lindell Bobblehead on November 15 against the Panthers. Early arriving fans receive a one-of-a-kind Esa Lindell bobblehead, courtesy of Ticketmaster. Guests limited to one per fan and must be present to claim. Handed out as fans enter the building.

When are Stars kids and family events in the 2026-27 season?

The Dallas Stars have 1 kids and family event at American Airlines Center in the 2026-27 season. 1 is still to come: Kid's Day Growth Chart (February 27). These events are designed for young fans and families attending games at American Airlines Center.

How can I track Dallas Stars promotional events?

PromoNight tracks giveaways, theme nights, food deals and promotions for the Dallas Stars and 168 other teams across MLB, NBA, NFL, NHL, MLS, and WNBA, free on this site. The free PromoNight app carries the same Dallas Stars calendar on iOS and Android and sends a reminder on the morning of each promo day.

How do I get to American Airlines Center?

American Airlines Center is located at 2500 Victory Ave, Dallas, TX 75219. Parking is available on-site on game days, and many fans reserve guaranteed spots in advance through SpotHero to avoid lot-closure surprises. Check the official Stars site for public transit options. Most major-league venues are served by bus or rail routes on game day.

Where should I stay near American Airlines Center?

Several hotels sit within walking distance of American Airlines Center, and more are a short rideshare away. For a Dallas Stars game weekend, searching Expedia for hotels near American Airlines Center surfaces the best rates for your specific date. Prices jump on marquee dates like giveaway nights and playoff games, so booking early helps.

Can I get notifications for Stars promos?

Yes. The free PromoNight app reminds you on the morning of each Stars promo game, covering bobblehead giveaways, theme nights, food deals, and kids events. You can follow just the Stars or several teams.

Does PromoNight work for away games?

PromoNight tracks home-game promotions for 169 teams across MLB, NBA, NFL, NHL, MLS, and WNBA. If you're traveling to see the Stars play on the road, browse the home team's calendar on this site for the promotions we have on record at their venue during your trip.

How often are Stars promo schedules updated?

Stars promo data comes from official team announcements and is reviewed before it appears here. The 2026-27 schedule on this page holds 27 events, 22 of them still to come. MLB, WNBA, MLS, and NHL schedules are rechecked weekly in season.