HC Dynamo Pardubice tickets 2026-27: home games at Enteria arena
Pardubice are the reigning Czech champions, and Enteria arena is one of the biggest and best-filled rinks in the Extraliga. This guide covers the home schedule, the derby with Hradec Králové, what the building is like and how to approach tickets after the 2026 title.
Reigning champions: why Pardubice is the hot ticket
HC Dynamo Pardubice won the 2026 Extraliga title, beating Třinec 4-2 in the final. It was the club's fourth championship and its first since 2012, and the city has not stopped talking about it. For 2026-27 that means one thing for visitors: demand is up, and the early-season home games carry extra atmosphere.
Pardubice is a compact East Bohemian city, famous locally for its gingerbread and for being an easy hop from Prague by train. That combination, a champion team and a simple journey, makes the club one of the easiest big-name hockey outings from the capital.
Pardubice at Enteria arena: capacity 10,194 and what to expect
The Enteria arena holds about 10,194 in total, which puts it among the largest arenas in the league. It is a modern building with wide concourses, so entry is usually smooth even on busy nights.
- Sightlines are good from most sectors, including the upper rows.
- The city station is a major rail junction; from there, allow time for a bus or a walk to the arena.
- Bring a warm layer; big crowds do not make large arenas tropical.
Inside, the bowl is steep enough that noise carries well, and after a title run the crowd arrives early to catch the warm-up. Parking around the arena fills quickly on big nights, so many regulars come on foot or by bus, and a short stroll from the centre is a pleasant way to arrive.
Pardubice against Hradec Králové: the derby to circle
The most natural rivalry for Pardubice is the East Bohemian one with Hradec Králové, whose city lies not far away in the same part of the country. In Pardubice, the home fixtures are on 16 September 2026 and 18 December 2026. Expect a louder crowd, more travelling away fans and fuller stands than at a typical midweek date.
Beyond the derby, any game against a big-budget side such as Sparta or Třinec draws a near-full house, particularly in the first weeks while the title is still being celebrated.
Season tickets, single games and timing for Pardubice
The season begins at home on 16 September 2026, when Pardubice host Hradec Králové, and there are 26 regular-season home games in total. The club's official box office gives priority to season-ticket holders, then single-match tickets are released. After a championship year, do not leave weekends and derby nights to the last minute.
Weekday evenings remain the easiest way in for first-timers. If you plan to fly into Prague, a train to Pardubice and a night in the city work well, and our email alert will tell you when each home date opens.
A day out in Pardubice around the Pardubice game
Reach the city early and use the afternoon: the historic square is small and walkable, and cafes near it are good for a pre-game meal. On match days many locals wear club colours all day, which makes the walk to Enteria arena feel like part of the event.
After the final horn, trains back toward Prague and Hradec Králové run until fairly late, but check the timetable in advance. Families will find the building friendly, and the fan areas outside are lively before the opening face-off.