The Stanley Cup Playoffs will begin tonight as the Tampa Bay Lightning host the Columbus Blue Jackets at Amalie Arena. In anticipation of tonight’s game the NHL has chosen Tampa to host the Kickoff Concert featuring Cage the Elephant!

Fans are invited to Curtis Hixon Park tonight Wednesday, April 10, for this FREE concert which will start at 5:15pm. Bring your own chairs or blankets and arrive early to get the best seat in the house.

Following the concert, stay for the first Tampa Bay Lightning Playoff Watch Party of the season with Game 1 beginning at 7:00pm. There will be Food Trucks, Drink Specials, and many Prizes and Giveaways throughout the night. Several Tampa Bay Lightning Alumni will also be making appearances at the Watch Party as well!

On Friday, April 12, the Game 2 Playoff Watch Party will take place at Ford Thunder Alley in front of Amalie Arena at 7:00pm when the game starts. There will be $5 Beers and other Food and Drink specials as well as giveaways and live music.