AVS tickets 2026-27: Hungarian hockey in Székesfehérvár
AVS play 26 home games at the MET Aréna Székesfehérvár in 2026-27, opening on 18 September 2026 against Linz. This guide covers the club, the arena, the Hungarian clash with FTC and how to buy tickets, whether you live nearby or are coming from Budapest or abroad.
Why AVS deserves a trip to Székesfehérvár
Hydro Fehérvár AV19, known as AVS, was founded in 1960 according to league data and is the best-known hockey name in Székesfehérvár. The city has a long history as a historic royal seat in medieval Hungary, so the sporting evening can be paired with a walk through its old centre.
AVS compete in the ICE Hockey League alongside Austrian, Italian and Slovenian clubs, which gives each home game a cross-border feel. For visitors, it is also a way to see Hungarian hockey outside the capital.
AVS: MET Aréna Székesfehérvár: a large room for the league
League data lists about 6,000 for the MET Aréna Székesfehérvár under an older arena name, so treat the figure as approximate. It is among the larger rooms in the competition, with space for a loud and varied crowd.
Because the hall is big, you can usually find a seat for ordinary games, but headline fixtures still fill the better sections. Arrive early so that you can find your entrance, pick up food and settle into your seat before the opening faceoff.
AVS atmosphere: Hungarian voices in an Alpine league
The home crowd is vocal, with chants that start before the puck drops and a standing area that keeps the tempo through every period. When a rival comes to town, the volume rises and the sense of occasion changes.
If this is your first Hungarian hockey experience, expect a welcoming crowd and a game that moves quickly. A scarf in the club colours is the easiest way to feel part of the night.
AVS against FTC: the Hungarian clash
The most obvious rivalry is against FTC-Telekom, the other Hungarian side in the league. FTC visit the MET Aréna Székesfehérvár on 2 October 2026 and 28 December 2026. The second date falls in the Christmas week, which many fans use to travel.
The opening night, 18 September 2026 against Steinbach Black Wings Linz, is the other date many fans look at. If you want the Hungarian flavour above all, choose one of the FTC games.
Buying AVS tickets: official first, early for big nights
Begin with the club's official box office, where season ticket holders have priority. Weekend dates and the FTC games sell first, while midweek games against smaller sides leave more flexibility.
If a match is sold out, use only reputable resale marketplaces and verify the seat. International visitors should ask about mobile delivery and plan their journey. Our email alert tells you when the AVS dates you want are worth acting on.
Székesfehérvár is roughly an hour from Budapest by road or rail, which makes an AVS game a realistic evening out for visitors staying in the capital. Check the last return connection before you go, because late trains are less frequent than daytime ones.
The city centre is small and pleasant for a walk before the game, and many fans eat in town first. Plan an arrival margin of an hour so that you can settle in without the pressure of queues.