Blue header with large white text reading First Responders.

The Columbus Blue Jackets will honor the tireless effort of incredible individuals in the community during First Responder Night presented by Jet's Pizza when the Jackets host the St. Louis Blues on Friday, December 8. The game will be highlighted by in-game recognitions, interactive concourse stations, and fundraisers to show support and gratitude for First Responders' contributions, sacrifices, and dedication to public service.

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Auction

  • Open from 9 AM on Friday, December 8 until the end of the second intermission on Friday, December 8.
  • Features first-responder-themed items
  • To participate, text CBJAUCTION to 76278 or visit cbjauction.givesmart.com

Jersey Raffle

  • Open from 9 AM on Tuesday, December 5 until the end of the second intermission on Sunday, December 10. 
  • To purchase $10 raffle tickets, text CBJAUCTION to 76278 or visit cbjauction.givesmart.com

Merchandise

  • Limited first-responder autographed mystery pucks will be available while supplies last, starting at 9 AM on Friday, December 8. 
  • To purchase, text CBJAUCTION to 76278 or visit cbjauction.givesmart.com.

50/50 Raffle

In honor of First Responders, the Blue Jackets Foundation will host a 50/50 Raffle presented by KEMBA Financial Credit Union, with a portion of the jackpot benefitting the Fraternal Order of Police of Ohio.

  • Opens at 9 AM on Friday, December 8, and closes at the end of the second intermission on Friday, December 8.
  • The winner will be announced on Friday, December 8 during the third period.
  • To participate, fans can purchase raffle tickets at BlueJackets.com/5050Raffle or in person at the game on Friday, December 8.

A LOOK BACK

A Look Back

First Responders Nights have consisted of in-game recognitions for police, fire, and emergency personnel: 

  • Columbus Police, Columbus Fire, Columbus Police Therapy Dog Unit, Bomb Robot, Pipe and Drums, and Emergency Vehicles on Nationwide Blvd. 
  • Honor Guard - Delaware County Sheriff's Office 
  • Police & Fire Hockey Team Captains honored on-ice during pre-game 
  • In-game recognitions honoring Police and Fire Pipe and Drums performance 
  • Fundraiser for organizations that give back to First Responders in the state of Ohio

Trunk-or-treat event provides happy Halloween vibes

Columbus police and fire departments put on Sunday's event for local kids and families

A family affair: Werenski, father visit Westerville PD

CBJ defenseman and his father Ken will welcome officers to First Responders Night on Friday

Police therapy dog Simon drops the puck on First Responders Night

Those on the front lines in Columbus -- both humans and canines -- were stars of the show at the Blue Jackets game vs. San Jose

Blue Jackets surprise Columbus officer who gives back to community

Officer James Poole is the first to volunteer, and his reach went nationwide this summer as he rode for mental health issues

Pizza Party at the 5th Precinct

The Blue Jackets delivered Jets Pizza to Columbus Police at the 5th Precinct to honor their work with Starfish Assignment!

2021 Firehouse Visit

Jody Shelley and Jean-Luc Grand-Pierre joined Station 61 of the Clinton Township Fire Department to help organize produce for local familes.