🏒 Vancouver Giants Gearing Up for 2025–26 Season at Langley Events Centre

By Troy Tyrell | WBN News Vancouver | September 3, 2025
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Langley, BC – Hockey’s Back at the LEC!

The wait is over, Giants fans. The Vancouver Giants will kick off their 2025–26 WHL preseason on Wednesday, September 3, facing the Kamloops Blazers on the road. But the real excitement hits Langley on Saturday, September 20, when the Giants host the Penticton Vees for their home opener at the Langley Events Centre.

This marks the Giants’ third full season at their Langley home and the buzz is already building. For local fans, it’s more than just hockey, it’s a night out that supports the community and energizes Langley’s economy.

Why This Season Matters

The WHL has added fresh competition with the expansion Penticton Vees, promising a season full of new rivalries and high-energy games. Giants GM Barclay Parneta has hinted at a younger, faster team this year, with several top prospects pushing for roster spots.

“This is the best time of the year,” said one season-ticket holder we spoke to. “You can feel the energy in the rink, the kids are back on the ice, the beer is cold, and it’s hockey season again.”

Local Impact: Hockey Nights in Langley

Hockey nights at the Langley Events Centre (LEC) mean more than just two points in the standings:

• Restaurants & Pubs: Local spots like Dead Frog Brewery and Rendezvous Pub gear up for packed pre-game and post-game crowds.
• Hotels & Tourism: Families traveling from the Fraser Valley and Okanagan book rooms for weekend games.
• Community Spirit: Youth teams from Langley Minor Hockey often get to skate during intermissions, inspiring the next generation.

For local business owners, this is a shot on goal worth capitalizing on, themed specials, jersey-night discounts, and social watch parties can all drive traffic.

Upcoming Key Dates for Giants Fans

Single-game tickets and mini-packs are already on sale at langleyeventscentre.com.

Fan Tip:

Get there early! The home opener typically sells out, and parking fills quickly. The LEC’s pre-game fan zone and concessions open an hour before puck drop, so you can soak in the atmosphere.

WBN Takeaway

This is more than just hockey, it’s a Langley community event. Whether you’re there for the goals, the mascot shenanigans, or just to feel the rumble of the crowd, the Vancouver Giants bring big-league energy to our backyard.

By Troy Tyrell, Founder of Tsquared Personal Training
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