FTC tickets 2026-27: Budapest hockey at the Tüskecsarnok
FTC play 26 home games at the Tüskecsarnok in Budapest in 2026-27, starting on 18 September 2026 against Olimpija Ljubljana. This guide covers the club, a small arena, the Hungarian clash with Fehérvár and practical ticket tips.
Why FTC is an unusual and rewarding Budapest night
FTC-Telekom is the hockey side of Ferencvárosi TC, a sports club founded in 1928 and associated with green and white across Hungary. League data notes that the club joined the ICE Hockey League in 2025-26, so you are watching a young chapter in an old name.
Budapest is easy to enjoy in winter: thermal baths, cafés and the Danube banks are all within reach of a short tram or metro ride. A hockey game adds a local evening to a city break that is usually full of sightseeing.
FTC: Tüskecsarnok: a small hall with a big voice
League data lists the Tüskecsarnok at about 2,540, the smallest capacity among the fourteen clubs. That has a clear consequence: seats are close, the building echoes, and a modest crowd can sound like a much bigger one.
Because the room is small, popular dates sell out and you should not expect much last-minute availability. Reach the arena early to find your entrance, particularly if you are coming from abroad and are not used to the neighbourhood and the transport links.
FTC atmosphere: green, loud and loyal
The home crowd wears green and sings through the game, with flags and drums setting the rhythm. Because so many local fans come from the wider Ferencváros family, the support feels rooted in the club rather than staged for visitors.
If you are new to the sport, the speed of ICE Hockey League games and the intimacy of the hall make it easy to follow, even without knowing the local songs. Bring a scarf and join the crowd as it stands for the key moments.
The Hungarian clash: FTC and Fehérvár
The match many people want is against Hydro Fehérvár AV19, the other Hungarian club in the league and a natural measuring stick for national bragging rights. Fehérvár visit the Tüskecsarnok on 13 November 2026 and again on 6 January 2027.
Both dates are likely to be tougher to secure than ordinary fixtures, so consider choosing between them and buying early. The January date falls after the holidays, which makes it a nice trip for those who want to extend a winter break.
Buying FTC tickets: plan early, buy official
Start with the club's official box office, where members and season ticket holders have priority. After that, single games are released and weekend dates fill first. Midweek games against smaller opponents are easier but still worth checking early in a hall of this size.
If a game is sold out, use only reputable resale marketplaces and verify the seat. International visitors should ask about mobile or print delivery and plan the journey to the arena in advance. Our email alert will tell you when the FTC dates you want are worth acting on.
Budapest is well connected by air and rail from most of Europe, which makes it simple to build a weekend around an FTC home date. Evening faceoffs leave the day free for the castle district, the markets and the baths, and the city rewards visitors who walk rather than rush.
Because the Tüskecsarnok is small, it helps to book accommodation and the match ticket in the same sitting. Fans coming for the Fehérvár games may want to stay a second night, as the post-game streets can be busy and late transport options are fewer than during the day.