Men's Basketball 10/19/2026 10:00:00 AM

Canisius Announces 2026-27 Basketball Theme Nights and Giveaways

The Canisius athletic department has announced its theme nights and promotional schedule for the 2026-27 men's and women's basketball seasons.

Season tickets for the entire home schedule are on sale and can be purchased online by CLICKING HERE, or calling the Canisius ticket office at (716) 888-TIXX. Additionally, single-game tickets for all home games on the schedule are also on sale now. Fans can purchase tickets online through Ticketmaster or the school's official athletic department website, GoGriffs.com. Fans can also purchase single-game tickets by phone by calling (716) 888-TIXX, or in person at the ticket office inside the Koessler Athletic Center during normal business hours. To buy single-game tickets online, CLICK HERE.

Again this year, Canisius fans can enjoy beer throughout the Koessler Athletic Center. Beers and mixed drinks will be available for sale in the Ellicottville Brewing Company (EBC) Fan Zone 75 minutes before the game through halftime. Fans are welcome to bring beverages back to their seats.

EBC Fan Zone:
The EBC Fan Zone will be open 75 minutes before all men's basketball games and select women's basketball games throughout the 2026-27 season. Weekday games will include a $15 buffet and cash bar, while the weekend games will have a cash bar and light snacks. The food and bar service will close each game at the conclusion of halftime. As a reminder, the EBC Fan Zone is open to all fans.

Reserved Parking is available in the Lower Koessler Lot for Season Ticket Holders and Donors of $750 or more. Parking passes will be included in season ticket packages for those that qualify.

General Parking will be available in the Upper Koessler Lot and Science Hall Lot off Delevan Avenue.
Please direct questions regarding the EBC Fan Zone or Parking to Jake Kanowski (kanowskj@canisius.edu).

Here is a rundown of this year's theme nights and promotional events:
Saturday, Nov. 7 - MBB vs. St. Bonaventure (7 p.m.) – Opening Weekend, presented by Pepsi
The 2026-27 home opener is presented by Pepsi. All fans are eligible to win prizes, courtesy of Pepsi and Canisius students can win Poppi.

Sunday, Nov. 8 – WBB vs. UMass-Lowell (12 p.m.) – Opening Weekend, presented by Pepsi
The 2026-27 home opener is presented by Pepsi. All fans are eligible to win prizes, courtesy of Pepsi and Canisius students can win Poppi.

Friday, Nov. 20 - MBB vs. Mercyhurst (5:30 p.m.) – Pregame Happy Hour
Start your Friday with a pregame "Happy Hour" and drink specials before the Griffs take on Mercyhurst as part of the Queen City Classic.

Sunday, Nov. 22 - MBB vs. Western Illinois (1 p.m.) – Griffsgiving
In the spirit of the Thanksgiving holiday, men's basketball players will personally invite their closest faculty, staff and supporters to the game.

Sunday, Nov. 29 - WBB vs. St. Bonaventure (1 p.m.) – Griffsgiving
In the spirit of the Thanksgiving holiday, women's basketball players will personally invite their closest faculty, staff and supporters as the team hosts long-time rival St. Bonaventure at the Koessler Athletic Center. Additionally, all fans who bring a new, unwrapped toy for St. Luke's Mission of Mercy will receive free admission.

Wednesday, Dec. 2 - WBB vs. Buffalo (6 p.m.) – Athletes for Athletes / Student Night, presented by Chick-fil-A
Calling all Canisius students – come cheer on the women's basketball team as they host their cross-town rival Buffalo Bulls and score Chick-fil-A sandwiches. The EBC Fan Zone will also be available to all fans, starting 75 minutes prior to tip-off.

Friday, Dec. 4 – MBB vs. Rider (7 p.m.) – Light up the KAC, presented by EnergyMark
The first 100 Canisius fans will receive a special light-up rally towel as the men's basketball team plays host to Rider in the first Metro Conference game of the season.

Sunday, Dec. 6 – MBB vs. Mount St. Mary's (1 p.m.) – Griffmas Celebration
With less than three weeks until Christmas, get into the holiday spirit with a special holiday-themed giveaway. Any fan who comes with a new, unwrapped toy for St. Luke's Mission of Mercy will receive free admission.

Sunday, Jan. 3 – WBB vs. Sacred Heart (1 p.m.) – Mental Health Awareness Day

Saturday, Jan. 16 – WBB vs. Merrimack (1 p.m.) – Mini Basketball Giveaway, presented by Reimer Home Services
First 100 Canisius fans will receive a free mini basketball, compliments of Reimer Home Services.

Monday, Jan. 18 – WBB vs. Fairfield (1 p.m.) – "Bleu Out" / Faculty/Staff Appreciation Day
Spend your MLK Day holiday with the women's basketball team and enjoy free wings, as the team plays host to defending Metro Conference champion Fairfield at the KAC.

Friday, Jan. 22 – MBB vs. Sacred Heart (7 p.m.) – Athletes for Athlete / Suits and Sneakers Game
Join with the Canisius men's basketball program as they join with the American Cancer Society to celebrate the team's annual Suits and Sneakers game.

Saturday, Jan. 23 – WBB vs. Niagara (1 p.m.) – Battle of the Bridge Game, presented by EnergyMark
The first 100 Canisius fans will receive a special "Eagles Aren't Purple" t-shirt giveaway, presented by EneryMark.

Thursday, Jan. 28 – WBB vs. Saint Peter's (11 a.m.) – Kid's Day, presented by Independent Health
The best Kid's Day celebration in the Metro Conference returns to the Koessler Athletic Center on Jan. 28, when the Griffs play host to Saint Peter's.

Saturday, Jan. 30 – WBB vs. Manhattan (1 p.m.) – Alumni Day, presented by Anderson's
Calling all former Griffs – we are welcoming you back to the KAC on Jan. 30, when the Blue and Gold takes on Manhattan. Free ice cream will be distributed during the game. The EBC Fan Zone will be open to all fans 75 minutes prior to tip-off.

Friday, Feb. 5 – MBB vs. Quinnipiac (1 p.m.) – Petey's Birthday, presented by Anderson's
Celebrate the birthday of the best collegiate mascot in Western New York with a special ice cream giveaway as the Griffs play host to Quinnipiac in Metro Conference action.

Sunday, Feb. 7 - MBB vs. Marist (1 p.m.) – Mystery Prize Day
All fans will have a chance to win a variety of raffle prizes. Winners will be announced at halftime.

Thursday, Feb. 11 - MBB vs. Niagara (7 p.m.) – Mini Basketball Giveaway, presented by Reimer Home Services
The best college rivalry series in Western New York returns to the Koessler Athletic Center, and the first 100 Canisius fans will receive a mini basketball, compliments of Reimer Home Services.

Saturday, Feb. 13 - WBB vs. Siena (1 p.m.) – National Girls and Women in Sports, presented by Dick's Sporting Goods
Women's basketball will celebrate National Girls and Women in Sports Day with a pregame clinic for all kids ages 2-12. Stick around to watch the Griffs play host to Siena.

Friday, Feb. 19 - MBB vs. Fairfield (7 p.m.) – Youth Basketball Night, presented by Independent Health
Celebrate basketball in Western New York as the men's basketball team hosts Youth Basketball Night at the Koessler Athletic Center. Two lucky youth teams will be selected to play a game at halftime as the Blue and Gold plays host to Metro Conference preseason favorite Fairfield.

Sunday, Feb. 21 - MBB vs. Merrimack (1 p.m.) – Senior Day, presented by Delta Sonic
Celebrate the Griffs' seniors, as the program holds its annual pregame Senior Day ceremony prior to the final home game of the 2026-27 campaign.

Thursday, Feb. 25 - WBB vs. Mount St. Mary's (6 p.m.) – Play4Kay Night
The women's basketball team will host its annual Play4Kay Night to promote breast cancer awareness. The first 100 Canisius fans will receive a commemorative pink rally towel.

Saturday, Feb. 27 - WBB vs. Rider (1 p.m.) – Senior Day, presented by Delta Sonic
Celebrate the Griffs' seniors, as the program holds its annual pregame Senior Day ceremony prior to the final home game of the 2026-27 campaign.

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