Calgary Flames’ home opener featured at free Fort Calgary viewing party

CALGARY – Los Angeles-based indie pop group Fitz & The Tantrums will be performing at Fort Calgary on Wednesday during a free viewing party for the Calgary Flames’ home opener.

Fans who attend the official NHL season-opening celebration will be able to watch the Flames battle the Vancouver Canucks on giant outdoor video screens.

Fitz & The Tantrums will host a pre-game perform at 7:20 p.m., followed by puck drop at 8 p.m., a first intermission performance by Reuben and the Dark and then a second intermission performance by Calgary’s own Jocelyn Alice.

Doors to the family-friendly event open at 3 p.m. and organizers say there will be prizes and giveaways, as well as special guest appearances by NHL alumni.

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Flames fans can also watch the game at Flames Central, which is hosting a viewing party at 5 p.m.

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