Golden Knights Celebrated 10-Year Anniversary
The team honored the 2017-18 roster with fan festivities and a special game at the arena.
Updated on Oct. 10, 2026 in Hockey
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Vegas Golden Knights fans joined in a weekend of festivities to mark the 10-year anniversary of the team's first home game. The celebration honored the historic 2017-18 inaugural roster that secured 51 regular-season wins and an appearance in the Stanley Cup Final.
Why it matters
The anniversary highlights the rapid evolution of the franchise, which has made three trips to the Stanley Cup Final in its first nine years. The event offered locals a chance to reflect on the team's role in the valley since its inception.
The 2017-18 inaugural team recorded 51 wins during its initial season, a benchmark for the franchise. The team has since achieved three Stanley Cup Final appearances in nine years.
The players
William Karlsson
Original roster member who continues to play for the Vegas Golden Knights.
Shea Theodore
Original roster member currently playing for the team.
Brayden McNabb
Original roster member still active with the Vegas Golden Knights.
The details
Players signed autographs for fans at City National Arena, where some attendees arrived as early as 7 a.m. The festivities concluded with a Fan Fest at Paramount+ Plaza and a game against the Kings. Current players William Karlsson, Shea Theodore, and Brayden McNabb remain from the original 2017-18 roster, which also donned original gray sweaters for the final time.
Timeline
October 1, 2017: Date of the Route 91 Harvest festival shooting.
2017: The inaugural season of the Vegas Golden Knights.
Friday, October 9, 2026: Practice and autograph session held at City National Arena.
Saturday, October 10, 2026: Fan Fest and anniversary game versus the Kings.
Beyond the Strip
The franchise's inception in 2017 remains tied to the local resilience following the Route 91 Harvest festival shooting. The anniversary serves as a benchmark for how the team has integrated into the valley's identity over the last decade.
Fans who attended the festivities were able to meet players at City National Arena throughout the morning. The event concluded with the Fan Fest at Paramount+ Plaza during the scheduled 4-6 p.m. window.
The takeaway
The anniversary marks a shift for the franchise as the original gray sweaters are retired from game play. Watch for future announcements regarding team memorabilia and permanent displays honoring the 2017-18 roster.
Further reading
Find more coverage of the team's history and current season in our Hockey section.
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