The Tampa Bay Lightning are gearing up for an electrifying season, and you're invited to be a part of the excitement. From preseason games to the highly anticipated home opener, we've got a lineup of events that are sure to have fans on their feet, bring our community together and create unforgettable memories. We can't wait to see Bolts Nation Bring the Thunder!

October 1st
National Night Out – Temple Terrace

Join us at the Temple Terrace Police Department's community event! We'll be there supporting our Temple Terrace community members and Bringing the Thunder with coloring sheets, activities, and more!

October 1st
6:15 pm
Off Balanced x Tampa Bay Lightning
Come join us for an electrifying run with our friends at Off Balanced Run Club. The event starts & ends at our very own Ford Thunder Alley and will be filled with community vendors, Lightning merch, and a rocking soundtrack in the background. Click here to sign up!

October 2nd
7:15 am
Walk to School Day

We’re excited to join schools throughout St. Pete to celebrate National Walk to School Day! Catch us handing out trading cards, coloring sheets, and more!

October 2nd
10:00 am
Bullmarket

Be sure to stop by our table at USF’s Bullmarket to grab the latest swag and learn more about our Student Rush ticket deal in partnership with USF.

October 2nd
7:00 pm

Kids Club Draft Day

Interested in Kids Club? Join us on the concourse during the October 2nd preseason home game to see what all the buzz is about. Be sure to stop by during the second intermission to catch a special guest!

October 4th
6:00 pm
Fun & Furious Friday

Rolling Thunder is making its way over to Fun & Furious! Join us at Midtown as we have Rolling Thunder on display along with plenty of Lightning swag.

October 5th
11:00 am
Midtown Swag Drop

If you’re looking to load up with Lightning Swag, Rolling Thunder has you covered with plenty of goodies at the Swag Drop in Midtown. Stay tuned for a handful extra surprises! Stay tuned for updates here!

October 6th
9:00 am​
Busch Gardens Day

Heading to Busch Gardens on October 6th? Good call, because you’ll be able to get your hands on elite Lightning gear & other special surprises!

October 8th
5:30 pm
Rolling Proud Run Club x Tampa Bay Lightning

We're running it back to Ford Thunder Alley with a Tuesday run club special. Thank you to our friends at Rolling Proud for rolling with the Thunder on a night you won’t want to miss. Highlights include a DJ, multiple shoe vendors with demo shoes, Lightning merch, and more! You can register here!

October 8th
7:30 pm​
Sparkman Wharf Trivia Night

Love trivia Tuesdays? We’ve got you covered at Lightning Strikes Sparkman, a special edition of trivia jam-packed with questions to test your Lightning Knowledge, along with promotional items and much more!

October 11th
11:00 am
Banner Unveiling

Join us at City Hall as we drop our 2024-2025 season banner with guest appearances from alumni & everyone’s favorite Bug!

October 11th
6:00 pm​
Oktoberfest

Join us at Curtis Hixon as we celebrate Oktoberfest with plenty of swag - including koozies!

October 11th | 6:00 pm​ | Proper 12 Watch Party
We’re bringing the Thunder back to Sparkman with a watch party you won’t want to miss, complete with a matchup against the Hurricanes, a live DJ, swag, merch, and more. This watch party presented by Proper 12 is sure to be electrifying!