Discounted tickets and promos for Columbus Blue Jackets Hockey

Love hockey but don’t want to pay full price for a ticket? There are several ways to receive special tickets packages or discounted tickets for Columbus Blue Jackets games that will save you some money.

You’ll find ticket discounts for students, active duty military, veterans, and families. Check out the special promotions and giveaways coming up, including freebies you can redeem even if you aren’t at the game!

If you’ve never been to a hockey game before, you’re in for a treat! The game is much easier to follow in person than on TV, and the Columbus Blue Jackets organization does a great job at keeping the atmosphere entertaining and engaging.

Discount Tickets for Columbus Blue Jackets Hockey

Tickets for Troops

Sponsored by Ohio CAT for active duty military and veterans

Visit the Nationwide Arena box office one hour prior to doors opening on any home gameday..

Active Duty: Present an active duty military ID and receive one complimentary ticket. You may also purchase up to four additional discounted tickets.

Veterans: Receive up to four discounted tickets when you present your current Veteran ID Card/dependent ID.

Details here.

GOVX Tickets

In partnership with GovX.com, the Columbus Blue Jackets offer discounted tickets to active-duty, reserved, veteran and retired service members, first responders and healthcare professionals.

Verifying your Military, First Responder or Healthcare status will create an account with GovX.com, allowing you to return and make subsequent ticket purchases without re-verification. If you already have a GovX account, find the tickets here.

Student Achievers, powered by AEP

The Columbus Blue Jackets Student Achievers recognizes high performing and improved students for their academic accomplishments!

Students that receive straight A’s, or improve a full letter grade in one subject, over the course of a grading period are eligible to receive an exclusive ticket offer.

Parents can upload a copy of the student’s report card and if it qualifies, you’ll get an email with instructions on how to redeem the offer. Full details here.

CBJ Student Rush Discounted Tickets for Columbus Blue Jackets

All high school & college students can purchase $24 upper bowl tickets and $35 lower bowl tickets to regular season Blue Jackets home games.

Sign up for CBJ Student Rush Program first and opt-in for Student Ticket Offer text alerts. You can even refer friends and classmates to be entered to win 2 FREE tickets to CBJ game.

CBJ RUSH tickets go on sale in the Blue Jackets Mobile App starting at noon on game days, and at the Nationwide Arena Box Office one hour before each game. Two tickets may be purchased per valid student ID, while supplies last. Must present valid student ID upon admission.

OSU Students Ride Free!

OSU students can get FREE transportation to Blue Jackets games with your Buck ID. Take the Number 2 COTA Bus downtown and get off at the Nationwide Boulevard stop.

Dispatch Family Value Pack Discounted Tickets

Bring the family to cheer on the Blue Jackets for regular season home games with the Dispatch Family Value Pack. Get a game ticket, hot dog, Pepsi, popcorn, and an Chiller Skate Pass for one low price. Tickets start at $30 and include QR code vouchers for all of the above.

This season, purchasers of the Dispatch Family Pack tickets for select games are invited to take part in exclusive on-ice experiences including postgame slap shots on the main ice or pregame Skates with Stinger in the OhioHealth Ice Haus (attached to Nationwide Arena). Space is limited and subject to availability.

After market tickets for CBJ

You can also purchase resale tickets at a big discount. The closer you get to game time, the less expensive you may find tickets. These are often sold from season ticket holders who can’t make that specific game, so you can even find great seats for less.

Make sure you purchase a verified resale ticket (from your preferred platform) – the ticket will transfer to you automatically.

Promotions and Special events

Promotions will be added for the 22/23 season as they are released

Details aren’t available in advance for all of the promotions; check the website for updates.

Promo Nights with Columbus Blue Jackets

BREWPACK TICKET PACKAGE Presented by BrewDog
ALL Thursday Home Games
Ticket package includes: 20 oz beer or large soda. Starting at only $30!

HOCKEY IS FOR EVERYONE NIGHT
Friday, February 10 vs. Toronto Maple Leafs // 7 PM ET.
Presented by Vorys Law

BALLY SPORTS OHIO NIGHT
Thursday, February 16 vs. Winnipeg Jets // 7 PM ET
GIVEAWAY: CBJ Socks First 10,000 fans. Presented by Bally Sports

STAR WARS™ TICKET PACKAGE
Thursday, February 23 vs. MIN // 7 PM ET
Ticket package includes: CBJ R2-D2 beanie; 1000 available

KIDS TAKEOVER DAY
Saturday, February 25 vs. Edmonton Oilers // 12:30 PM ET
GIVEAWAY: Stinger Bobblehead. Presented by Bob Evans

FAMILY NIGHT // SCIENCE OF HOCKEY
Friday, March 3 vs. Seattle Kraken // 7 PM ET
GIVEAWAY: CBJ Pop Fidget Toy – First 3,000 fans 13yo and under. Presented by COSI

WWE TICKET PACKAGE
Saturday, March 11 vs. STL // 7 PM ET
Ticket package includes: CBJ WWE Fanny pack; only 1,500 available!

#CBJGIVESBACK NIGHT
Friday, March 24 vs. New York Islanders // 7 PM ET
GIVEAWAY: Team Poster

HOCKEY FOR HER Presented by Meyers Jewelers
Sunday, April 2 vs. OTT // 6 PM ET
Details: tba

5TH LINE CELEBRATION NIGHT
Saturday, April 8 vs. New York Rangers // 7 PM ET
GIVEAWAY: CBJ Flag – First 10,000 fans

Post-game promotions

Celebrate after the game with these season-long promotions for home and away games. Details here.

DSW 1st Period Goal
When the Blue Jackets Score in the 1st period all fans in attendance can text to win $10 off at participating DSW locations. An offer code will be texted to each person who enters. Offer will last up to 1 week after game date

Arby’s 2nd Period Goal
A Blue Jackets goal in the 2nd period means a free small curly fry OR crinkle fry at Arby’s! Offer valid the next day at participating Arby’s locations

Moo Moo Express Car Wash 3rd Period Goal
A Blue Jackets goal in the 3rd period means you win a free Crème de la Crème car wash! Limit one free car wash per person per season. Offer valid the next day at participating Moo Moo Express Car Wash locations. You must sign up on game day to qualify – see details.

Jet’s Pizza, Score Twice Half Price
Two Blue Jackets goals means half off any one large one topping Jet’s Pizza the next day! Use code CBJ50 online.

Free Roosters Chili
When the Blue Jackets score three or more goals in a home game, fans can get a free cup of chili at any Central Ohio Roosters the next day while supplies last! Just show the social media post at Roosters to redeem! Offer valid the next day. Dine in only.

BioSteel Shutout
When the Blue Jackets shutout their opponent, fans can redeem one (1) free BioSteel Sports Drink at participating retail locations! Details here.

We Win, You Win!
When the Blue Jackets win, fans can get a free classic donut at Tim Hortons! Just show the social media post at Tim Hortons to redeem!

Offer valid the next day at participating Ohio Tim Hortons locations.

Family Promotions and fun

In addition to the Dispatch Family Value Pack, there are a couple of other promotions available for families and kids.

First Game Experience presented by Ohio’s 529 Plan, CollegeAdvantage

Bring your kids to their first Blue Jackets game and they can get a FREE CBJ first game puck. These can be picked up at Guest Services desk near the Blue Line Store and section110

Fans attending their first Blue Jackets game can capture the memory with a commemorative puck and photo in front of a My First CBJ Game backdrop, courtesy of Ohio’s 529 Plan, CollegeAdvantage.

Photos at the Cannon

Head to section 111 and capture a photo next to the Cannon, a prominent symbol of Blue Jackets hockey.

Sensory Inclusion Packs

Packs are intended to reduce the impact of the in-person experience that may be overwhelming to some guests. Packs include items such as fidget toys, a weighted lap pad, sunglasses, non-verbal cards, and noise-reducing headphones.

Visit the Guest Services Desk at section 111 and 208.

Family Facilities

Family Restrooms – Main concourse near sections 101, 110, and 118. Upper concourse near sections 206, 221, and 228.
Nursing Rooms – Main concourse at section 105/106. Upper concourse at section 206.

Blue Jackets Watch Parties, presented by Coors Light

Can’t get to the game? Gather ’round with fellow fans to enjoy the game on big screens with CBJ Appearances, Giveaways, Food & Drink Specials, and more.

Tuesday, February 28: Short North Pint House. Details tba. Check here for updates.

Looking for more places to watch the game? Check out the Blue Jacket Bar Network around Columbus. These bars will be broadcasting games all season.

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Preseason with Columbus Blue Jackets

Training camp for CBJ is happening, and you’re invited!

Come check out the Blue Jackets at the OhioHealth Ice Haus on Saturday, September 24 from 9am until 12:20pm. Games and prizes will take place on the McConnell Street Plaza and the first 1,000 fans in attendance will receive a Blue Jackets T-shirt courtesy of OhioHealth.

Here is the schedule for Saturday’s practice: