February 13, 2026
7:00PM - 9:00PM CST
APA-ISS Region 3: Hockey Night in Planada IX
This year, APA-ISS Region 3 returns to the Big Pond in Champaign for the 9th edition of Hockey Night in Planada (rhymes with Canada)! Add your favorite planners to the mix, and it will be a night to remember!
- WHO: All are welcome to join area planners (students, faculty, and professionals).
- WHAT: The Fighting Illini vs Illinois State University Redbirds hockey game.
- DATE: Friday, February 13 at 7:00 PM
- TIME: 7:00 game start
- LOCATION: UI Ice Arena, 406 E Armory Ave, Champaign, IL 61820
- COST: APA-ISS Region 3 will cover the cost of tickets on a first come first serve basis.
How to RSVP
- If you are interested in attending, please RSVP to Region 3 Coordinator, Kat Trotter at Katherine.trotter@champaignil.gov by Tuesday, February 10 at 5:00 PM.
- Those who have RSVP’ed by the deadline will pick up their tickets at the UI Ice Arena ticket office.
Information about the game and tickets are available on the Fighting Illini Hockey Team website.
Pre Game Social
Those who want to meet up before the game at Illini Inn, 901 S. Fourth St., should get there at 5:45 PM, and we'll arrive at the Ice Arena about 10 minutes before the 7:00 PM game time.