Oklahoma State to Host Outdoor Bedlam on Ice Game
The inaugural outdoor rivalry game between Oklahoma State and the University of Oklahoma is set for January 30.
Updated on Oct. 5, 2026 in Hockey
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Oklahoma State Hockey will host the University of Oklahoma for an outdoor Bedlam on Ice match at Boone Pickens Stadium on January 30, 2027. The game is scheduled to begin at 6 p.m. in Stillwater.
Why it matters
This event marks the first outdoor meeting between the two rivals in a venue typically reserved for football. It highlights the growing profile of the Oklahoma State ACHA Division II club following their national runner-up finish last season.
The University of Oklahoma achieved a #8 national ranking during the 2024-25 season, while Oklahoma State finished as the runner-up in the ACHA Division II national tournament.
The players
Oklahoma State Hockey
The ACHA Division II club team representing Oklahoma State University.
University of Oklahoma
A university athletic program that moved to the SEC in 2024 and maintains an ACHA Division I hockey team.
Boone Pickens Stadium
The primary football stadium in Stillwater, Oklahoma, serving as the venue for the Bedlam on Ice game.
The details
Organized by Oklahoma State Hockey, the game will utilize the infrastructure of Boone Pickens Stadium to facilitate an outdoor stadium setting. The matchup features Oklahoma State, which competes in ACHA Division II, against the University of Oklahoma's ACHA Division I program.
Timeline
The University of Oklahoma moved from the Big 12 to the SEC in 2024.
The University of Oklahoma reached a national ranking of #8 during the 2024-25 season.
OSU Athletics will hold a press conference regarding the game on October 6, 2026, at 11 a.m.
The Bedlam on Ice game will occur on January 30, 2027, at 6 p.m.
Season Trajectory
This event follows the pattern set by the Winter Classic NHL outdoor game series by moving an indoor sport to a large outdoor stadium. It elevates the visibility of the ACHA rivalry, contrasting with the institutional shifts seen since the University of Oklahoma left the Big 12.
The game provides a high-profile platform for the ACHA Division II Oklahoma State squad to face a Division I opponent. This specific matchup allows the program to build on their momentum from last year's national tournament run.
The takeaway
Moving the rivalry to Boone Pickens Stadium signals a significant expansion of the college hockey experience for regional fans. Attendees should monitor upcoming official announcements for logistical information and stadium access updates.
What happens next
OSU Athletics will hold a press conference at 11 a.m. on October 6, 2026, to reveal additional details.
Further reading
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