Theme Night

Home Opener

Washington Capitals vs Penguins

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Capital One Arena, Washington

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About this theme night

Home Opener presented by Vanda Pharmaceuticals with a schedule magnet giveaway.

Source: nhl.com · checked Nov 6, 2026

This game

Opponent
Pittsburgh Penguins
Also at this game

Oct 7 · Home Opener · home game 1 of 42

Oct 7: Home OpenerOct 7: Schedule MagnetOct 14: Hispanic Heritage NightOct 17: Educators AppreciationOct 20: Donate LifeOct 24: OktoberfestOct 28: Hockey HalloweenOct 28: Iced Coffee CupNov 1: Youth Hockey DayNov 3: First Responders NightNov 7: Rally TowelNov 7: Hometown RemixNov 14: Veterans DayNov 19: Rally TowelNov 19: Hockey Fights CancerNov 25: CapsGivingNov 25: Hockey Rink Butter DishDec 1: BeanieDec 1: Hometown RemixDec 17: Caps Holiday PartyDec 19: Caps Holiday PartyJan 2: Women in SportsJan 4: Caps Canines NightJan 12: Alex Ovechkin Hometown Remix BobbleheadJan 14: Country Music NightJan 16: Fan-Designed Rally TowelJan 19: PrideJan 22: MargaritavilleFeb 2: Alex Tuch-Designed HatFeb 14: Heart Health AwarenessFeb 16: Star Wars NightFeb 19: Celebrating Black HistoryFeb 21: Kids DayFeb 23: GR8 BallMar 3: Hockey TalksMar 3: Positive Affirmation ButtonMar 9: Salute To The MilitaryMar 15: Trading Card PackMar 17: Go GreenMar 23: Cherry Blossom NightMar 26: Neuro AwarenessMar 30: CapsFest T-ShirtMar 30: CapsFest Music NightApr 3: PosterApr 3: Fan Appreciation

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Fan guide

What to expect at a theme night

Theme nights are games built around a community, a culture, a hobby or a pop-culture property. The baseline experience is the game itself with themed music, video board content and often in-game entertainment. The themed item, when there is one, is almost always tied to a theme ticket package rather than handed out at the gates, so a regular ticket gets you into the game but not the item.

If you want the themed shirt, hat or jersey, buy the theme ticket package from the team. Theme packages are capped and sell out ahead of popular nights. Some theme nights include pregame events on the plaza or postgame activities on the field.

Before you go

Capital One Arena

Bag policy
No bags, except clutches up to 4" x 6".capitalonearena.com › · Checked Nov 8, 2026
Parking
No venue lots; Capital One Arena directs fans to SpotHero.capitalonearena.com › · Checked Nov 8, 2026

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Questions

Who presents Home Opener?

Vanda Pharmaceuticals.

Do I get the theme item with any ticket?

Usually not. Themed items are typically part of a theme ticket package.

Is a theme night different from a giveaway night?

Yes. A giveaway is handed out at the gates to everyone while supplies last. A theme night item is usually included only with a package.

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