Madison Capitols Will Relocate Four Home Games
The team moves initial games to Middleton while waiting for their DeForest arena to be finished.
Updated on Sept. 23, 2026 in Hockey
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The Madison Capitols will play their first four home games of the 2026-27 season at Bob Suter's LEGACY20 Arena in Middleton. The change is necessary due to ongoing construction delays at the team's new home arena in DeForest.
Why it matters
The scheduling shift ensures the team can begin its season as planned despite the incomplete status of its new facility. The move keeps the early season games within the local area, allowing fans to attend despite the venue change.
A total of 4 home games have been moved to the alternative venue for the start of the 2026-27 season. The franchise confirms that all tickets previously purchased for these games remain valid for the new site.
The players
Madison Capitols
This professional hockey team competes in the United States Hockey League.
Bob Suter's LEGACY20 Arena
This sports facility located in Middleton serves as the alternative site for the team's early season matches.
The details
The Capitols will utilize Bob Suter's LEGACY20 Arena for all four opening home matches as construction crews continue work on the DeForest facility. Management has confirmed that the team expects to open their primary new arena immediately following this four-game stretch.
Timeline
October 17, 2026: First home game relocated to Middleton.
October 23, 2026: Second home game relocated to Middleton.
October 24, 2026: Third home game relocated to Middleton.
October 30, 2026: Fourth home game relocated to Middleton.
Season Trajectory
This temporary venue shift reflects the logistical challenges inherent in transitioning to new arena facilities within the USHL. The decision prevents long-term disruption to the team's schedule while awaiting the completion of their primary home arena.
Fans holding tickets for these specific games will have their entry honored at the Middleton location without needing to exchange their seats. The shift consolidates these four matchups at a single alternative site to minimize confusion for season ticket holders.
The takeaway
Ticket holders should retain their current documentation as valid entry for the relocated games at the Middleton venue. Future home matches are slated to transition to the DeForest arena once construction concludes.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by Wmtv15news.
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