Tusky hypes up the crowd during the third period of an NHL game between the Utah Mammoth and the St. Louis Blues at the Delta Center in Salt Lake City on Thursday, April 16, 2026 (Rio Giancarlo, Deseret News).
(Rio Giancarlo, Deseret News)
SALT LAKE CITY – On the eve of the Stanley Cup Playoffs, the Utah Mammoth officially announced dates for their entire first round schedule against the Vegas Golden Knights.
As Utah prepares to make their initial postseason debut, the team will also offer additional fan experiences to usher playoff hockey to the beehive state.
Upon facing the Golden Knights in a best-of-seven first round series, games one and two will take place at T-Mobile arena in Las Vegas on Sunday, April 19 and Tuesday, April 21.
Then series will then head to Salt Lake City for games three and four on Friday, April 24 and Monday, April 27.
If need be, games five and seven will take place in Vegas on Wednesday, April 29 and Sunday, May 3.
A game six would be hosted in Salt Lake City on Friday, May 1.
Our schedule for Round 1 of the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs is set. 📆#TusksUp | @Delta pic.twitter.com/JwZEI5kg1g
— x – Utah Mammoth (@utahmammoth) April 17, 2026
As the state of Utah experiences playoff hockey for the first time, the Mammoth have decided to raise the bar in terms of their fan experience by offering game day watch parties at popular restaurants, exclusive playoff merchandise, in-arena experiences, and fan contests.
“This is an exciting step for our players and coaches, our entire organization, and most especially our fans,” said Chris Armstrong, president of hockey operations for the Utah Mammoth. “From day one, our goal has been to build something the community could rally around throughout the entire state of Utah.
“Enjoying playoff hockey for the first time in just our second season will be an incredibly special shared experience for everyone. These fan-focused activations provide opportunities for our fans to be even closer to the team as we head into the most important time of the year.”
Nate Schmidt Look-Alike Contest (April 18)
On Saturday, April 18 from 12-1 P.M. MT fans are invited to show up with their best Nate Schmidt impression as the organization hosts a player look-alike contest on the SeatGeek plaza at the Delta Center.
Participants will have a chance to win exclusive Utah Mammoth prizes, including signed hockey sticks, jerseys, pucks, and more.
The grand prize winner will receive two (2) lower bowl tickets to Utah’s Round 1 Game 3 of the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs at the Delta Center, which will take place Friday, April 24 at 7:30 P.M. MT.
A special guest judging panel will include Tusky, Allie Schmidt, Nate Schmidt’s wife, Utah Mammoth studio host Kim Becker, and Mammoth radio host Adrian Denny.
Contestants will be evaluated on creativity, commitment, and overall performance.
Fans interested in participating can arrive as early as 11 A.M. to register onsite but are strongly encouraged to register in advance here.
Utah Mammoth Watch Parties
Mammoth fans ages 21 and up will be able to attend watch parties at various locations across Salt Lake City throughout the first round.
The Mammoth are raising the bar for the playoffs.
“Every fan in attendance will receive an exclusive rally towel each game. In addition, enhanced game presentation elements, including Mammoth dancers, a pregame drumline, surprise giveaways, and special moments.” pic.twitter.com/2sSgPErTZ8
— Cole Bagley (@BagleyKSLsports) April 17, 2026
A full list of locations can be found here.
Utah Mammoth Playoff Plaza Parties
Ahead of each home game during Round One, the Utah Mammoth will host a free, open-to-the-public playoff party on the SeatGeek plaza outside the Delta Center.
The celebrations will feature a photo opportunity with the newly-debuted Zammoth, live entertainment from Utah-based band The Current, interactive games, and more.
In-Game Entertainment
For fans attending home games at the Delta Center, all in attendance will receive an exclusive rally towel each game.
Additionally, the team will also debut Mammoth dancers, a pregame drumline, surprise giveaways, and a collection of surprise moments throughout each game.
The First Round of the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs, including pre- and post-game coverage of the Utah Mammoth will be available via stream on SEG Media’s direct-to-consumer streaming platforms SEG+ and Mammoth+.
Games will also be available on various National TV broadcasts.
The Utah Mammoth will face the Vegas Golden Knights in round one of the Stanley Cup Playoffs on Sunday at 8 p.m. MT.
The game will be available on ESPN and SEG+.
All Mammoth games will also be broadcast live on the KSL Sports Zone (97.5 FM/1280 AM).
