The NHL Centennial Fan Arena opened over the New Year in Toronto, Canada to celebrate a century of hockey thrills. The Fan Arena features several interactive activities, open to all ages, and will be traveling throughout Canada and the US throughout the duration of 2017 so all fans can get in on the fun.
The Museum Truck
The 53-foot Museum Truck features interactive digital displays, original video content, historical memorabilia, and several photo moments throughout including a customizable Locker Room photo op. Wayne Gretzky stopped by the Museum Truck in Toronto to experience the interactives and sign the Centennial Anniversary logo.
There’s also a second truck which hosts a giant video screen for team trivia and highlights, as well as a pop-up stage for special appearances. Living legend, Wayne Gretzky, stopped by in Toronto.
The Rink
A pop-up ball hockey rink with programmed clinics and games will be open for youth players.
Stanley Cup
Need we say more? The coveted Stanley Cup, the oldest trophy in professional sports, will be present in each market.
Clear The Ice Zamboni® VR Experience
Fans take a seat in a Mini-Zamboni® complete with cool air on their face and a rumbling seat, to compete to resurface the ice. The goal is to create the perfect sheet in the fastest time. All rides will be timed and featured on a leaderboard.
Recycle the Game
Fans have the opportunity to bring their used hockey gear, including shin pads, helmets, shoulder pads, elbow pads, hockey pants, gloves, skates, sticks, goalie pads and goalie blockers/gloves to be donated to under-served community hockey programs. Not only that, but the first 200 donors will receive a shop.nhl.com discount card!
Calendar
Check out the upcoming events, and check back to the NHL website for additional markets in the coming weeks!
Jan 7-8: Arizona (Tempe Marketplace)
Jan 12-14: Dallas
Jan 18-19: San Jose
Jan 21-23: Anaheim
Jan 26-29: Los Angeles (2017 NHL Fan Fair, Tickets Required)
Feb 3-5: St. Louis
Feb 11-12: Nashville
Feb 24-25: Pittsburgh
Also, check out a few photo selects below!
