WASHINGTON — The 2026-27 Washington Capitals Schedule is now available, giving fans the complete picture of the season ahead. The new Washington Capitals Schedule features 82 games filled with Metropolitan Division battles, tough road trips, and a full slate of home contests at Capital One Arena.
This is the official Capitals Schedule for 2026-27. Every date, time, and venue from the 2026-27 Washington Capitals Schedule appears below so supporters can plan their year.
The NHL Capitals Schedule opens on the road against the Carolina Hurricanes on October 2. Home games at Capital One Arena form the foundation of the Washington Capitals Hockey Schedule, while series against Pittsburgh, New Jersey, the New York teams, and Carolina will help shape the Metropolitan Division race.
Full 2026-27 Washington Capitals Schedule
2026-27 Washington Capitals Schedule
| Date | Logo | Opponent | Time | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Friday | at Carolina HurricanesLenovo Center | 7:00pm ET | ||
| Saturday | at Tampa Bay LightningBenchmark International Arena | 7:00pm ET | ||
| Wednesday | Pittsburgh PenguinsCapital One Arena | 7:30pm ET | ||
| Friday | New York RangersCapital One Arena | 7:00pm ET | ||
| Sunday | Seattle KrakenCapital One Arena | 5:00pm ET | ||
| Tuesday | at Carolina HurricanesLenovo Center | 6:45pm ET | ||
| Wednesday | Montréal CanadiensCapital One Arena | 7:30pm ET | ||
| Saturday | New Jersey DevilsCapital One Arena | 1:00pm ET | ||
| Tuesday | Los Angeles KingsCapital One Arena | 7:00pm ET | ||
| Saturday | Buffalo SabresCapital One Arena | 7:00pm ET | ||
| Wednesday | Philadelphia FlyersCapital One Arena | 7:30pm ET | ||
| Thursday | at Nashville PredatorsBridgestone Arena | 8:00pm ET | ||
| Sunday | Minnesota WildCapital One Arena | 4:30pm ET | ||
| Tuesday | Dallas StarsCapital One Arena | 8:00pm ET | ||
| Saturday | Florida PanthersCapital One Arena | 1:30pm ET | ||
| Tuesday | at Ottawa SenatorsCanadian Tire Centre | 8:00pm ET | ||
| Thursday | at New Jersey DevilsPrudential Center | 8:00pm ET | ||
| Saturday | New Jersey DevilsCapital One Arena | 8:00pm ET | ||
| Tuesday | at Tampa Bay LightningBenchmark International Arena | 8:30pm ET | ||
| Thursday | Buffalo SabresCapital One Arena | 8:00pm ET | ||
| Saturday | at Boston BruinsTD Garden | 8:00pm ET | ||
| Wednesday | Philadelphia FlyersCapital One Arena | 8:00pm ET | ||
| Friday | Florida PanthersCapital One Arena | 4:00pm ET | ||
| Saturday | at St. Louis BluesEnterprise Center | 8:00pm ET | ||
| Tuesday | Vancouver CanucksCapital One Arena | 8:00pm ET | ||
| Thursday | at Edmonton OilersRogers Place | 9:00pm ET | ||
| Saturday | at Calgary FlamesScotiabank Saddledome | 4:30pm ET | ||
| Monday | at Vancouver CanucksRogers Arena | 10:00pm ET | ||
| Thursday | at Seattle KrakenClimate Pledge Arena | 10:30pm ET | ||
| Saturday | at Colorado AvalancheBall Arena | 10:00pm ET | ||
| Tuesday | at Dallas StarsAmerican Airlines Center | 10:30pm ET | ||
| Thursday | Detroit Red WingsCapital One Arena | 8:00pm ET | ||
| Saturday | St. Louis BluesCapital One Arena | 8:00pm ET | ||
| Monday | at Toronto Maple LeafsScotiabank Arena | 3:00pm ET | ||
| Saturday | Columbus Blue JacketsCapital One Arena | 9:00pm ET | ||
| Monday | Edmonton OilersCapital One Arena | 8:00pm ET | ||
| Wednesday | at New York IslandersUBS Arena | 5:00pm ET | ||
| Thursday | at Columbus Blue JacketsNationwide Arena | 3:00pm ET | ||
| Saturday | Ottawa SenatorsCapital One Arena | 8:00pm ET | ||
| Monday | Toronto Maple LeafsCapital One Arena | 8:30pm ET | ||
| Wednesday | at Los Angeles KingsCrypto.com Arena | 11:00pm ET | ||
| Friday | at San Jose SharksSAP Center at San Jose | 11:00pm ET | ||
| Sunday | at Anaheim DucksHonda Center | 4:30pm ET | ||
| Tuesday | Vegas Golden KnightsCapital One Arena | 8:00pm ET | ||
| Thursday | Carolina HurricanesCapital One Arena | 8:00pm ET | ||
| Saturday | Colorado AvalancheCapital One Arena | 8:00pm ET | ||
| Monday | at Pittsburgh PenguinsPPG Paints Arena | 5:00pm ET | ||
| Tuesday | Montréal CanadiensCapital One Arena | 8:00pm ET | ||
| Friday | New York IslandersCapital One Arena | 8:00pm ET | ||
| Sunday | at New Jersey DevilsPrudential Center | 8:00pm ET | ||
| Friday | at Utah MammothDelta Center | 10:00pm ET | ||
| Saturday | at Vegas Golden KnightsT-Mobile Arena | 11:00pm ET | ||
| Tuesday | Winnipeg JetsCapital One Arena | 7:00pm ET | ||
| Wednesday | at Florida PanthersAmerant Bank Arena | 8:00pm ET | ||
| Saturday | at Montréal CanadiensCentre Bell | 2:00pm ET | ||
| Sunday | Utah MammothCapital One Arena | 2:00pm ET | ||
| Tuesday | Anaheim DucksCapital One Arena | 8:00pm ET | ||
| Friday | San Jose SharksCapital One Arena | 8:00pm ET | ||
| Sunday | Nashville PredatorsCapital One Arena | 7:00pm ET | ||
| Tuesday | New York RangersCapital One Arena | 8:00pm ET | ||
| Thursday | at Boston BruinsTD Garden | 9:00pm ET | ||
| Friday | at New York RangersMadison Square Garden | 8:00pm ET | ||
| Monday | at New York IslandersUBS Arena | 8:00pm ET | ||
| Wednesday | Carolina HurricanesCapital One Arena | 8:00pm ET | ||
| Friday | at Winnipeg JetsCanada Life Centre | 9:00pm ET | ||
| Sunday | at Minnesota WildGrand Casino Arena | 10:30pm ET | ||
| Tuesday | Calgary FlamesCapital One Arena | 8:00pm ET | ||
| Wednesday | at Chicago BlackhawksUnited Center | 9:00pm ET | ||
| Saturday | at Pittsburgh PenguinsPPG Paints Arena | 4:00pm ET | ||
| Monday | Tampa Bay LightningCapital One Arena | 3:00pm ET | ||
| Wednesday | New York IslandersCapital One Arena | 7:00pm ET | ||
| Thursday | at Buffalo SabresKeyBank Center | 7:30pm ET | ||
| Sunday | at New York RangersMadison Square Garden | 8:00pm ET | ||
| Tuesday | Detroit Red WingsCapital One Arena | 7:00pm ET | ||
| Wednesday | at Detroit Red WingsLittle Caesars Arena | 7:30pm ET | ||
| Friday | Boston BruinsCapital One Arena | 7:00pm ET | ||
| Sunday | at Toronto Maple LeafsScotiabank Arena | 7:00pm ET | ||
| Tuesday | Chicago BlackhawksCapital One Arena | 7:00pm ET | ||
| Thursday | at Philadelphia FlyersXfinity Mobile Arena | 7:30pm ET | ||
| Saturday | Columbus Blue JacketsCapital One Arena | 5:00pm ET | ||
| Sunday | Pittsburgh PenguinsCapital One Arena | 7:00pm ET | ||
| Tuesday | at Columbus Blue JacketsNationwide Arena | 7:45pm ET | ||
| Thursday | at Ottawa SenatorsCanadian Tire Centre | 7:00pm ET | ||
| Saturday | at Philadelphia FlyersXfinity Mobile Arena | 12:30pm ET |
Overview of the 2026-27 Washington Capitals Schedule
The 2026-27 Washington Capitals Schedule opens with two road games before the Capitals return home for a stretch at Capital One Arena. That early portion of the Capitals Schedule quickly mixes Metropolitan Division games with inter-conference matchups.
Metropolitan Division contests appear regularly throughout the Washington Capitals Schedule. Games against Pittsburgh, New Jersey, the Rangers, Islanders, Carolina, and Philadelphia form a large part of the NHL Capitals Schedule and will heavily influence the division standings.
Travel remains a factor. The Capitals face multiple multi-game road trips through both conferences that will test roster depth and recovery management.
Key Dates on the Capitals Schedule
Standout dates on the 2026-27 Washington Capitals Schedule include:
- Early home games against Pittsburgh and the Rangers
- Multiple meetings with New Jersey and Carolina
- Several games versus Philadelphia and the Islanders
- Late-season stretch that includes Boston, Toronto, and Chicago
- Final road games that could affect playoff positioning
The Capitals Home Schedule at Capital One Arena features a balanced mix of weeknight and weekend starts expected to create strong atmospheres in Washington.
Tracking the Washington Capitals Schedule
All times listed on this Washington Capitals Schedule are in Eastern Time. Television information will be added once confirmed by the league and local partners. Fans can check this page regularly for the most accurate version of the Capitals Schedule.
This page will be updated with any changes to the 2026-27 Washington Capitals Schedule as they are announced.
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FAQ
When does the Washington Capitals 2026-27 season start?
The 2026-27 Washington Capitals Schedule begins on October 2, 2026, on the road against the Carolina Hurricanes.
How many home games are on the Capitals Schedule?
The Capitals Home Schedule includes 41 regular-season games at Capital One Arena.
Where is the complete Washington Capitals Hockey Schedule available?
The full Washington Capitals Hockey Schedule and NHL Capitals Schedule for 2026-27 is listed above with every date, time, and venue.
Does the Washington Capitals Schedule include all Metropolitan Division opponents?
Yes. The 2026-27 Washington Capitals Schedule features the complete set of Metropolitan Division games against Pittsburgh, New Jersey, the Rangers, Islanders, Carolina, and Philadelphia.
