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Kelowna Rockets gearing up for post season. (Image Credit: Kelowna Rockets Hockey Club)
By Vernon Matters Staff
On Sale

Kelowna Rockets tickets on sale for round one of WHL playoffs

Mar 18, 2026 | 11:03 AM

The Kelowna Rockets will open the 2026 WHL Playoffs on home ice at Prospera Place later this month.

Games 1 and 2 of the first round are scheduled for Friday, March 27, at 7:05 p.m., and Saturday, March 28, at 6:05 p.m. The Rockets have secured home-ice advantage to start the postseason, promising an exciting opening round in Kelowna.

The Rockets will face either the Kamloops Blazers, Spokane Chiefs, or Seattle Thunderbirds in the first round. The official matchup will be confirmed once final standings are determined.

Tickets for Games 1 and 2 are available online at selectyourtickets.com.

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