Henderson Silver Knights
200 S Green Valley Pkwy, Henderson, NV 89012
The Henderson Silver Knights are the American Hockey League affiliate of the Vegas Golden Knights — the development pipeline through which every future Golden Knight passes on their way to T-Mobile Arena. Established as an expansion franchise for the 2020-21 AHL season, the Silver Knights won the Pacific Division title in their very first season, setting a precedent for a franchise that has consistently competed for the Calder Cup since. Lee's Family Forum, the Silver Knights' home rink, opened in 2020 in the Green Valley Sports Complex at 200 S Green Valley Pkwy in Henderson, NV — an arena purpose-built with AHL hockey in mind at a 6,000-seat capacity that delivers ice-level intimacy impossible at T-Mobile Arena's 18,000 seats. Every Silver Knights game is a chance to watch future NHL players before they hit the big stage: past Henderson alumni who went on to key Golden Knights roles include Zach Whitecloud, Jonas Rondbjerg, and Jack Eichel (on a conditioning stint), among others. The roster changes every season as Golden Knights call-ups and assignments shift, meaning the players you watch in November may be skating at T-Mobile Arena in February. That pipeline quality makes Silver Knights games uniquely compelling for hockey fans who want to track the organization's depth from the ground up. Ticket prices run $15–50 depending on section, making a Silver Knights game one of the most affordable professional hockey experiences in Nevada. Free and abundant parking eliminates the event-night parking stress of downtown arenas. Henderson is a 15-minute rideshare from the Las Vegas Strip — every major nightclub (Hakkasan, OMNIA, Drai's, Foundation Room) is accessible post-game with minimal surge pricing and 5-10 minute wait times, compared to the 30-45 minutes you wait at a Golden Knights game. For visitors who want professional hockey, a real game atmosphere, and a smooth transition to the Strip's nightclub scene without the premium cost or post-game congestion of a Golden Knights night, the Silver Knights are the most underrated sports-and-nightlife combination in the Las Vegas metro area.
Home Games
Henderson Silver Knights 2025–26 Home Schedule
0 upcoming home games at Lee's Family Forum · 18 games played
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Completed Games (18)
Getting There
Lee's Family Forum— Parking & Transportation
Parking
Free parking at Lee's Family Forum in the surrounding lots on S Green Valley Pkwy. The lots are large, well-lit, and never fill to capacity for AHL games — arrive 30 minutes before puck drop and you'll park close to the entrance. No prepaid parking required. EV charging stations available in the main lot. Overflow parking in the Green Valley Sports Complex lots adjacent to the arena is also free.
Rideshare (Uber / Lyft)
Rideshare pickup and dropoff at the main entrance on S Green Valley Pkwy. Post-game wait times are typically 5-10 minutes with no surge pricing — Henderson is not an event-night rideshare demand center the way the Strip is. Uber and Lyft both operate efficiently in Henderson. The 15-20 minute drive to the Strip after a Silver Knights game costs $15-25 in normal conditions.
Tips
Lee's Family Forum is at 200 S Green Valley Pkwy in Henderson, about 15 miles southeast of the Las Vegas Strip. The most direct route from the Strip is via the I-15 South to I-215 East, exiting at Green Valley Pkwy — approximately 20 minutes without traffic. If driving, park free in the arena lots. If taking a rideshare, depart the Strip 30-40 minutes before puck drop to account for I-15 traffic. Post-game, rideshare to any Strip nightclub takes 15-20 minutes with normal wait times. The RTC bus serves Henderson but travel times are 45-60 minutes from the Strip — not practical for game night.
Pre-Game
Best Bars & Pre-Game Spots Near Lee's Family Forum
The best places to eat, drink, and tailgate before a Henderson Silver Knights game.
Draft Kings Sports Bar
Located in the Green Valley Ranch Resort near Lee's Family Forum, Draft Kings is the go-to pregame destination for Silver Knights fans arriving from the Strip or from Henderson neighborhoods. More than 60 screens cover every game in action, and the beer selection runs from craft options to crowd-pleasing domestics served cold. The kitchen is full-service through game time, so arriving 90 minutes before puck drop and ordering food is the standard local move. The atmosphere builds steadily through the pregame window with a mix of season ticket holders and visiting fans.
Hop Nuts Brewing
Henderson's flagship craft brewery, located on Water Street in the historic downtown district, is a local favorite for beer-forward fans making an evening of a Silver Knights game. Hop Nuts brews a rotating tap list of ales, IPAs, lagers, and seasonal releases in-house. The taproom is spacious, dog-friendly on the patio, and significantly less crowded than any Strip bar on game nights. Henderson Water Street is a 10-minute walk from Lee's Family Forum, making it a natural first stop for groups driving from the Strip who want to start the evening with a proper pint.
Pizza Rock Henderson
The Henderson location of chef Tony Gemignani's nationally acclaimed pizza restaurant is one of the best full-service pregame dining options within 15 minutes of Lee's Family Forum. Wood-fired pies, an extensive cocktail and beer list, and a kitchen that moves fast enough for a pre-game meal make Pizza Rock a reliable choice for groups who want a proper dinner before puck drop. Located on Green Valley Pkwy south of the Forum, it's easy to reach from the venue without navigating downtown Henderson.
BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse
A full-service casual dining restaurant and bar a short drive from Lee's Family Forum, BJ's is popular with Silver Knights fans for its combination of reliable bar food, a solid craft beer lineup, and large-screen TVs showing pre-game coverage and concurrent sports events. The service is fast enough for a pre-game meal window, and the location on Stephanie St is easy to access from the arena without fighting Strip traffic. A solid practical choice for groups who want to eat before the game without making a production of it.
Post-Game
Best Nightlife Near Lee's Family Forum
Hit the clubs after a Henderson Silver Knights game — free guest list entry to all of these.
Hakkasan
15-min driveMGM Grand's five-floor mega-club is the top post-game destination for Silver Knights fans heading to the Strip. From Henderson, it's 15 minutes south up the I-15 — faster than the post-Golden Knights rideshare wait at T-Mobile Arena. World-class DJs, massive sound system, and free guest list through NoCoverVegas.
OMNIA
20-min driveCaesars Palace's three-level nightclub — kinetic chandelier main room, Strip-view terrace, Heart basement level — is 20 minutes from Lee's Family Forum. No post-game surge, normal rideshare pricing, and the same premium experience as a Golden Knights post-game night without the crowd competition.
Drai's Nightclub
20-min driveThe Vanderpump Hotel's (formerly The Cromwell) hip-hop and R&B rooftop club is a strong post-Silver Knights destination. From Henderson, the drive is 20 minutes with no surge — significantly faster and cheaper than riding from T-Mobile Arena after a Golden Knights game.
Foundation Room
12-min driveFoundation Room at Mandalay Bay, the closest upscale nightclub to Henderson at 12 minutes via the I-15, sits on the 63rd floor with panoramic Strip views. It's consistently the top Silver Knights post-game pick for fans who want proximity and atmosphere — the drive time is comparable to a Golden Knights fan's walk from T-Mobile Arena to Hakkasan.
FAQ
Henderson Silver Knights Game Night — Nightlife Questions Answered
What is the Henderson Silver Knights' relationship to the Vegas Golden Knights?
The Henderson Silver Knights are the official AHL affiliate of the Vegas Golden Knights — the team that develops players in the Golden Knights' system before they earn NHL roster spots at T-Mobile Arena. When a Golden Knights player needs conditioning time, a roster bubble player gets additional development, or the organization calls up a prospect, that work happens with the Silver Knights. Players like Zach Whitecloud and Nicolas Roy developed in Henderson before becoming key contributors to the Golden Knights' 2023 Stanley Cup championship roster. The coaching staff coordinates with Golden Knights management on player usage and development plans, making the Silver Knights a true extension of the NHL organization rather than an independently operated minor league team.
How much are Henderson Silver Knights tickets?
Henderson Silver Knights tickets typically range from $15 for upper-level seats to $50-75 for premium lower-bowl and club-level sections. Season ticket packages deliver the lowest per-game cost. Compared to Vegas Golden Knights tickets ($100-300+ for comparable sections at T-Mobile Arena), the Silver Knights offer professional hockey at a fraction of the price — the same organization, the same team colors, the same development pipeline, but at AHL pricing. Tickets are available at hendersonsilverknights.com and at the Lee's Family Forum box office.
What is the atmosphere like at Lee's Family Forum compared to T-Mobile Arena?
Lee's Family Forum holds about 6,000 fans versus T-Mobile Arena's 18,000 — and the intimacy is the defining difference. At Lee's Family Forum, the worst seat in the building is closer to the ice than many premium seats at T-Mobile Arena. You can clearly hear the players communicating, see line changes in real time, and follow the tactical details of the game in a way that's impossible in a large arena. The atmosphere is loud, family-oriented, and genuinely hockey-focused — there's less production pageantry than an NHL game but strong engagement from the season ticket base and a crowd that understands the game. For hockey fans who appreciate being close to the ice and watching the developmental aspect of the sport, Lee's Family Forum is a better hockey experience per dollar than anything at T-Mobile Arena.
Is there parking at Lee's Family Forum?
Yes — free parking is the default at Lee's Family Forum. The main arena lots on S Green Valley Pkwy are large, free, well-lit, and never fill to capacity for AHL games. Arrive 30 minutes before puck drop and you'll park within a 3-minute walk of the entrance. EV charging stations are available in the main lot. This is one of the most significant practical differences from T-Mobile Arena, where parking requires a prepaid reservation ($15-25) and still puts you in a distant garage. For visitors who want to drive rather than take a rideshare, Lee's Family Forum is one of the most parking-convenient professional sports venues in Nevada.
What are the best Las Vegas nightclubs to visit after a Henderson Silver Knights game?
From Henderson, the best post-game nightclub options on the Strip are Foundation Room at Mandalay Bay (12-minute drive, closest), Hakkasan at MGM Grand (15 minutes), OMNIA at Caesars Palace (20 minutes), and Drai's at The Vanderpump Hotel (20 minutes). The key advantage over a Golden Knights post-game night: rideshare pricing from Henderson to the Strip is normal (no surge), wait times are 5-10 minutes (not 30-45), and you arrive at the clubs ahead of the Golden Knights post-game crowd if there's a concurrent game. Sign up for the NoCoverVegas guest list before puck drop to guarantee free entry when you arrive on the Strip.
How do I get from Henderson to the Las Vegas Strip after a Silver Knights game?
The fastest post-game option is rideshare (Uber or Lyft), which typically runs $15-25 to any Strip destination in 15-20 minutes with 5-10 minute post-game wait times and normal (not surge) pricing. If you drove to the game, you can drive directly to a Strip hotel or the parking structure of your choice — free parking at Lee's Family Forum means you can leave immediately without navigating a paid garage. The I-15 North from Henderson to the Strip is the direct route, taking 15-20 minutes depending on time of night. There is no direct shuttle service from Lee's Family Forum to the Strip, and RTC bus options take 45-60 minutes, making rideshare or personal vehicle the practical choices.
What pre-game restaurants and bars are near Lee's Family Forum?
The best pregame options within a short drive of Lee's Family Forum include Draft Kings Sports Bar at Green Valley Ranch (3 minutes, 60+ screens, full kitchen), BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse on Stephanie St (5 minutes, reliable bar food and craft beer), Pizza Rock Henderson on Green Valley Pkwy (12 minutes, chef Tony Gemignani's nationally acclaimed pizza), and Hop Nuts Brewing in downtown Henderson's Water Street District (8 minutes, Henderson's flagship craft brewery). Arrive 90 minutes before puck drop if you want to eat a full meal — game time demand is lower than at Strip venues but popular spots still fill around puck drop.
Have any notable players developed with the Henderson Silver Knights?
Yes — the Silver Knights roster has been a training ground for several Golden Knights contributors since the franchise launched in 2020. Zach Whitecloud developed significant AHL time with Henderson before becoming a key defensive partner on the 2023 Stanley Cup championship team. Nicolas Roy and William Carrier were Silver Knights before becoming established Golden Knights forwards. The organization regularly sends veteran players on conditioning assignments through Henderson when returning from injury, meaning any given Silver Knights game might include a recognizable NHL-level player alongside development prospects. The roster connection to the Golden Knights is what makes the AHL affiliation worth following for any serious Golden Knights fan.
Is a Henderson Silver Knights game a good Las Vegas sports experience for families?
The Henderson Silver Knights are one of the best family sports experiences in the Las Vegas metro area. Tickets are affordable ($15-50), parking is free, the arena is intimate and easy to navigate, and AHL hockey is fast-paced and physical — genuinely exciting for kids. Lee's Family Forum has kid-friendly concessions, and the in-game presentation (especially the promotions and between-period entertainment) is designed to engage all ages. The 15-minute drive from the Strip makes it accessible from any hotel, and the post-game exit is smooth with no major traffic disruption. Compare this to a Golden Knights game, where family tickets for four can cost $400+, parking is $25-40 with advance booking, and the post-game rideshare scramble is chaotic. For families in particular, the Silver Knights deliver a better cost-to-experience ratio than any other professional sports option in Las Vegas.
Can I get free entry to Las Vegas nightclubs after a Silver Knights game?
Yes. The NoCoverVegas free guest list works on Silver Knights game nights the same as any other night. Sign up before puck drop, and arrive at your chosen nightclub on the Strip within the guest list window (typically before midnight). From Henderson, you'll reach the Strip clubs by about 10:30-11 PM if you leave immediately after the final buzzer — comfortably within most guest list windows. Silver Knights game nights are not peak nights for Strip clubs, which means guest list availability is high, lines are short, and service is attentive. It's one of the lower-friction paths from a professional sports event to free nightclub entry in Las Vegas.
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