NHL plans winter wonderland experience for 2027 Winter Classic
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 6, 2026, 11:34 PM
Last updated Nov 6, 2026
On January 7, 2026, NHL officials presented plans for the 2027 Winter Classic at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City. The event will feature a unique ski resort theme, including an actual cross-country skiing track on the field. NHL president of content and events Steve Mayer emphasized the desire to create a memorable experience for fans both in the stadium and viewing from afar. Alongside the hockey game between the Utah Mammoth and Colorado Avalanche, the weekend will include a concert, youth hockey tournament, and various fan activities. Further details will be announced as the event approaches.
- •Utah Mammoth to host 2027 Winter Classic on January 7, 2026.
- •Event features cross-country skiing track on the field.
- •Pre-game activities include a Post Malone concert and youth tournament.
- •NHL aims to showcase Salt Lake City to a global audience.
- •Fans can expect a ski chalet entrance and themed decor.
- 11:34 PMYahoo Sports — How the NHL is bringing the ski slopes inside Rice-Eccles Stadium
"The Winter Classic is much more than a hockey game.
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