Firebirds open season with sold-out arena Friday. Here’s why you’ll want to get there early.

The fans at Acrisure Arena will be fired up for the Coachella Valley Firebirds' first game of the season this Friday.

The home opener for the American Hockey League team against the Bakersfield Condors is now sold out, the team confirmed to News Channel 3.

Check out our Firebirds section for the latest team updates

Puck drop is set for 7:07 pm, but fans who get there early can enjoy some festivities. The Firebirds are planning some family-friendly fun in the outdoor plaza, including live music and pictures with team mascot Fuego. You can try out your own skills at inflatable street hockey.

Outdoor fan activities:

4:45 pm – Player Arrival Red Carpet Event

5:00 pm – The Patio opens

5:30 pm – Main Doors open

7:07 pm – Puck Drop

Once you're inside, the celebration continues.

A pre-game ceremony will feature the unveiling of the Western Conference Champion banner. The team won the title last year, reaching the Calder Cup finals in their incredible inaugural season.

If you can't make it to the game, you can still watch at home! News Channel 3 is the exclusive broadcast partner of the Coachella Valley Firebirds.

Tune in at 6:30 p.m. on Friday, October 13 on CW5 to see the season home opener.

Like last year, News Channel 3 will also air a series of games throughout the season.

https://youtu.be/IIyyTUYlbWE

FIREBIRDS TV SCHEDULE

• Friday, October 13th, 6:30 pm KCWQ CW 5 Saturday (Season Opener)
• November 11th, 5:30 pm KCWQ CW 5 Tuesday
• November 21st, 6:30 pm KDFX Fox 11
• Sunday, December 17th, 5:30 pm KCWQ CW 5
• Saturday, December 23rd, 5:30 pm KCWQ CW 5
• Monday, January 15th, 4:30 pm KDFX Fox 11
• Friday, February 2nd, 6:30 pm KDFX Fox 11
• Sunday, February 18th, 4:30 pm KCWQ CW 5
• Saturday, March 9th, 5:30 pm KCWQ CW 5
• Saturday, March 23rd, 5:30 pm KCWQ CW 5
• Thursday, April 4th, 6:30 pm KDFX Fox 11
• Sunday, April 14th, 2:30 pm KDFX Fox 11

🚨 SOLD OUT!! 🚨 gonna be a packed house Friday night!🔥 #LetsFly pic.twitter.com/SxSVIkldcm

— Coachella Valley Firebirds (@Firebirds) October 10, 2023