Discounted Tickets 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.

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.

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:

9am – Doors Open
10:10am – Scrimmage #1
11:20am – Scrimmage #2
12:20pm – End of Practice

All practice sessions in the OhioHealth Ice Haus (see full schedule here) beginning Saturday, September 24 are open to the public.

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Discount Tickets for Columbus Blue Jackets Hockey

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.

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 Big Lots Box Office at Nationwide Arena one hour before each game. Two tickets may be purchased per valid student ID, while supplies last. Must present valid student ID upon admission.

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.

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.

Military Appreciation Nights, presented by Elk + Elk. Find ticket for any of the 3 games here.

Monday, April 4: All Veterans, Active Duty, Reserve Personnel, and Cadets receive one (1) FREE ticket with the purchase of at least one (1) additional ticket(s) for friends and family. Giveaway: Reusable Bag presented by ADS

Thursday, April 7: All Veterans, Active Duty, Reserve Personnel, and Cadets receive one (1) FREE ticket with the purchase of at least one (1) additional ticket(s) for friends and family. Each military member, active or retired will also receive a commemorative Blue Jackets Dog Tag Bottle Opener. Subject to availability. Giveaway and Postgame Slapshot applies only for 4/7 game date.
Giveaway: Camo Hat presented by Elk+Elk

Wednesday, April 13: All Veterans, Active Duty, Reserve Personnel, and Cadets receive one (1) FREE ticket with the purchase of at least one (1) additional ticket(s) for friends and family.

Friday, April 22 vs. Ottawa: Hockey for Her. Celebrate Women in Sports: Q&A with a spectrum of women in hockey. Register now for these events as space is limited. The cost for each session is $45 for season ticket holders and $75 for non-season ticket holders. Registration includes a game ticket, drink and hors d’oeuvres, commemorative gift, and post-game on-ice penalty shot opportunities.

Sunday, April 24 at 1 pm. YMCA Family and Friends Night. Enjoy a Blue Jackets game with your YMCA staff, family and friends on April 24th, which is also the Blue Jacket’s Kids Takeover Day! You will receive an exclusive package price for our Family Value Pack ticket. Family Value Pack includes: Hot dog, popcorn and a soda. Giveaway: Growth Chart presented by Bob Evans

Post-game promotions for accomplishments

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

Each time the Blue Jackets score two or more goals in a game, fans will receive 50 percent off one large regular menu priced Jet’s Pizza when they order online at www.jetspizza.com. Use code CBJ50 online.
If Columbus scores a goal in the second period, fans can head to participating Central Ohio Arby’s the next day to receive a free small curly fry.
If the Blue Jackets score a goal in the third period, fans receive a free car wash at participating Central Ohio Moo Moo Express Car Wash locations the following day if they register on game-day.
After each Blue Jackets win, fans can go to participating Ohio Tim Hortons locations the next day to receive a free classic donut.

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Family Promotions

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.

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.

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.

Friday, February 25 at Woodlands Tavern. Watch the Blue Jackets face the Hurricanes! The watch party starts at 6:00pm and is free to the public. Expect CBJ Appearances, Giveaways, Food & Drink Specials, and more. The first 25 fans (21 & up) in CBJ gear will receive a special prize. FREE Parking available in the attached garage.

Tuesday, March 22nd at Standard Hall. Details tba; check here for updates.

Saturday, April 26 at TBD Location. 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.