Blue Jackets fans don’t want to miss this party! Catch the 2025 National Hockey League Draft at the Columbus Blue Jackets official NHL Draft Watch Party at Nationwide Arena on Friday, June 27, 2025.
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The party is open to the public and free for all ages. The free event will cover the first round of the draft with doors opening at 5:30 p.m., with entry available exclusively at the Front Street entrance.
The 2025 Upper Deck NHL Draft takes place June 27-28 at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles, where the Blue Jackets currently hold the 14th and 20th overall picks.
What to expect at the Columbus Blue Jackets Draft Party
The evening begins with a CBJ pre-draft show, presented by OhioHealth, at 6 p.m. to set the stage for an exciting night of draft coverage that will include the live broadcast of the first round on ESPN shown directly on the arena videoboard.
Each year, CBJ fans join together to celebrate this exciting night in hockey and get pumped up about the upcoming season.
Don’t miss out on the 2025 NHL Draft silent auction of autographed CBJ memorabilia—including game-used equipment, action photos, signed pucks, sticks, and more.
The Blue Jackets Foundation’s annual GEARage Sale returns during the Draft Party, giving fans the opportunity to purchase autographed items from former players, including CBJ shirts, hats, pucks, and player-used equipment.
Other fun features include
- Appearances by special guests, including Stinger and In-Arena Host Mike Todd
- Interactive games, contests, and photo opportunities
- Face painters, balloon artists, and more stationed throughout the concourse
- Concession stands open for food and beverage purchases
- Opportunities to win exclusive CBJ prizes including autographed sticks, pucks and jerseys
- New and exclusive merchandise available only at The Blue Line
Fans that RSVP at BlueJackets.com/Draftparty will be entered for a chance to win an autographed jersey from a 2025 Blue Jackets pick.
Want to know more? Check the website for more details
Can’t get enough CBJ in the off-season?
Catch the Columbus Blue Jackets Summer Mobile Tour at festivals and events all Summer.
The experience features an exclusive tour that includes televisions, video games, tailgate activities, inflatable hockey games, prizes and more. At each stop, attendees can play, win and enjoy the CBJ experience in their own backyards.
CBJ MOBILE TOUR STOPS
APR/MAY
Apr. 26 – Cap City Marathon
May 17-19 – Delaware Arts Festival*
May 24-25 – Columbus Taco Fest*
JUNE
June 7-8 – Troy Strawberry Festival*
June 13-15 – Creekside Blues & Jazz Fest*
June 14 – Columbus PRIDE Parade
June 22 – Stonewall Family Pride*
June 25 – Washington Park, Cincinnati*
June 27 – NHL Draft Party
June 28 – Grandview Hop
JULY
July 3 – Red White & Boom Parade
July 4 – Upper Arlington 4th of July Parade
July 5-6 – Mid-Ohio IndyCar*
July 18-20 – Jazz & Rib Fest
AUG/SEPT
Aug. 1-3 – Dublin Irish Festival
Aug. 16-17 – Columbus Food Truck Festival
Aug. 22-24 – Columbus Air Show
Aug. 25 – Buck-i-Frenzy
Sept. 5-7 – OktoberFest*
For more information and updates, follow Blue Jackets on social media at @BlueJacketsNHL or visit www.BlueJackets.com/mobiletour.
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