The Columbus Blue Jackets will salute those who have served or are currently serving in the nation's armed forces during the club's annual Military Appreciation Night, presented by Elk + Elk, on Thursday, April 3, 2025, when the Blue Jackets host the Colorado Avalanche at Nationwide Arena. The evening will feature a host of themed activities, fundraisers, and tributes to show support and gratitude for all active and retired service personnel.

THURSDAY | APRIL 3 | 7:30 PM VS. COLORADO AVALANCHE

Join the Blue Jackets in saluting those who have served or are currently serving in the nation's armed forces. The evening will feature a host of themed activities, fundraisers, and tributes to show support and gratitude for all active and retired service personnel.

Military hats will be available for fans while supplies last.

Please note: A First Responders Night ticket does NOT include the exclusive First Responders jersey. To receive the jersey, please purchase a First Responders Ticket Package.

For more information about exclusive rates for active or retired Military personnel or to purchase a group of 10+ tickets, contact Jared Horan at (614) 246-3280 or Jhoran@BlueJackets.com.

MILITARY APPRECIATION TICKET PACKAGE

Military Appreciation Ticket Packages include your game ticket and exclusive jersey.

Please note: The Military Appreciation jersey is ONLY available with purchase of this special ticket package.

For more information about exclusive rates for active or retired Military personnel or to purchase a group of 10+ tickets, contact Jared Horan at (614) 246-3280 or Jhoran@BlueJackets.com.

Show Your Support

GAMEDAY AUCTION & MYSTERY PUCKS

Support the Blue Jackets Foundation through the gameday auction and the purchase of mystery pucks. Sales will begin at 9 AM on Thursday, April 3 and run until the end of the second intermission on Thursday, April 3. The gameday auction will feature Military Appreciation themed items and a limited number of Military Appreciation autographed mystery pucks available while supplies last.

To participate or purchase, text CBJAUCTION to 76278

JERSEY RAFFLE

Autographed jerseys will be available in the Military Appeciation jersey raffle. Raffle tickets will be on sale from 9 AM on Tuesday, April 1 until the second intermission on Tuesday, April 8. Raffle tickets are $10 and can be purchased in person during Blue Jackets games on Tuesday, April 1, Thursday, April 3, and Tuesday, April 8.

Can't come to the game? To participate, text CBJAUCTION to 76278

50/50 RAFFLE, PRES. BY KEMBA FINANCIAL

In honor of Military Appreciation, the CBJ Foundation will host a 50/50 raffle presented by KEMBA Financial Credit Union. Raffle sales will open at 9AM on Wednesday, April 2 and close at the end of the second intermission on Thursday, April 3. The winner will be announced on Thursday, April 3 during the third period.

Tickets are available for purchase online or in person at the game on Thursday, April 3.

*Official rules at BlueJackets5050.com

USO Item Drive

Items collected will be donated to stock central Ohio USO Support Lounges that offer respite for military personnel and their families. The collection begins at 5:30 PM on April 3 at G1/G3, McConnell & Front St. Entrances, and Tower entrance. Fans who donate will receive a voucher for an exclusive ticket offer for an upcoming home game.

  • Fruit Snacks
  • Granola Bars

A Look Back

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      2024 Military Appreciation Night, pres. by Elk + Elk

      Thank you to our great partners at Elk + Elk for helping us honor all of these heroes during a spectacular Military Appreciation Night.

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          2023 Military Appreciation Night, pres. by Elk+Elk

          Take a look back as we honor all those who served on Military Appreciation Night, pres. by Elk+Elk

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              2020 Military Appreciation Night, pres. by Elk+Elk

              The Blue Jackets celebrated and honored the men and women of the military.