Stars to Host Golden Knights in 2027 Stadium Series at AT&T Stadium

The two teams will face off in the NHL's outdoor showcase event.

Jan. 29, 2026 at 2:31pm

The NHL announced that the Dallas Stars will host the Vegas Golden Knights in the 2027 Stadium Series game at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas on February 20. The two teams have developed a rivalry in recent years, with the Stars knocking out the Golden Knights in the 2019-20 Western Conference Finals before Vegas got revenge in the 2022-23 playoffs.

Why it matters

The Stadium Series is one of the NHL's marquee outdoor games, showcasing the sport in large, iconic venues. This matchup between the Stars and Golden Knights will feature two teams with a growing rivalry, adding extra excitement and drama to the event.

The details

The game will be played at AT&T Stadium, which can hold over 100,000 fans including standing-room-only tickets. The Stars previously hosted the 2020 Winter Classic at Cotton Bowl Stadium, while the Golden Knights are 0-2 in outdoor games so far, losing at Lake Tahoe in 2021 and Seattle in 2024.

  • The 2027 Stadium Series game will be played on February 20.
  • The Stars hosted the 2020 Winter Classic on January 1.

The players

Dallas Stars

A professional ice hockey team based in Dallas, Texas and a member of the Central Division of the Western Conference of the National Hockey League (NHL).

Vegas Golden Knights

A professional ice hockey team based in the Las Vegas metropolitan area and a member of the Pacific Division of the Western Conference of the National Hockey League (NHL).

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What’s next

The NHL will announce further details about the 2027 Stadium Series game, including ticket sales and special events, in the coming months.

The takeaway

This matchup between the Stars and Golden Knights will be a highly anticipated outdoor NHL event, pitting two teams with a growing rivalry against each other in the league's showcase Stadium Series game.