When mom’s away, dad and the kids will play.
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That’s how I ended up taking my two kids to the New Jersey Devils‘ 3-1 win over the Los Angeles Kings at Prudential Center on Saturday, Oct. 24.
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As a hopeful hockey dad, I want to expose my little ones to the game as much as possible — while doing so in an easy-to-handle-while-solo venture, especially for their first NHL experience.
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The Devils provided that and so much more in an experience I can’t recommend enough to parents looking to do the same, or those who just want to switch it up from the usual weekend routine.
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Here’s what to know, should you go.
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What’s it like buying tickets for a Devils game?
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A few days before the game, I started looking into finding the perfect seats.
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Prices ranged anywhere from $200 per for the lower bowl to around $20 for the balcony.
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I was wowed when I noticed options on verified ticket reseller Vivid Seats that allow you to add in perks like parking, food packages and front-row experiences.
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It’s a one-stop shop for figuring out how to get in Prudential’s doors for your own price point.
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Just an hour-ish drive from Westchester, I was impressed by just how much arena-adjacent parking was available upon arrival.
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If your ticket purchase didn’t include parking, there are plenty of game day options literally around the corner.
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NJ transit will bring you to within two blocks (only a 5-10 minute walk!) from the Devils home.
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Although I held up the security line by forgetting I was wearing a belt while walking through the metal detectors (shout out to the patient security team), entry was otherwise smooth.
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The digital ticket process via the Devils/Prudential Center app couldn’t have been easier, with arena staff on hand to help out with questions or issues.
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Once we got in, everyone got a quick and excited taste of the gameday experience.
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People were bustling around, excited to get a glimpse of Jack Hughes and Co.
Food and bathrooms — including the all-important family restroom — were plentiful and easy to find.
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Our seats were easy to get to with ushers excited to point us in the right direction at every turn.
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We found them easily.
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For a more substantial meal, Prudential Center offers concession staples: burgers, hot dogs, barbecue, pizza, tacos, chicken tenders, popcorn, ice cream and snacks galore.
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A big thing to note: it’s a cashless venue.
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After a pretzel, our first order of business was to find everything Prudential Center had to offer.
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On this Saturday, that included a glitter tattoo station to make sure everyone could show off their Devils pride.
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We also went on a hunt for the mascot, NJ Devil.
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We played along with crowd games on the video scoreboard.
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We sang Bon Jovi.
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And, most importantly, we watched the Devils beat the Kings in a game that was fast, fun, and — “not even for a single second,” my six-year-old told me — boring.
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When are the Devils playing at home in 2026-27?
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All New Jersey Devils home game dates at Prudential Center, opponents and links to buy tickets are listed below.
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Huge Prudential Center events in 2026-27
Curious who else is coming to Newark these next few months?
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Here are just five of our favorite acts you won’t want to miss at Prudential Center these next few months.
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Who else is headed to the Devils’ home?
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This article was written by Matt Levy, New York Post live events reporter.
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Levy stays up-to-date on all the latest tour announcements from your favorite musical artists and comedians, as well as Broadway openings, sporting events and more live shows – and finds great ticket prices online.
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Since he started his tenure at the Post in 2022, Levy has reviewed a Bruce Springsteen concert and interviewed Melissa Villaseñor of SNL fame, to name a few.
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Please note that deals can expire, and all prices are subject to change.
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