ALBANY FIREBIRDS ANNOUNCE 15-WEEK 2026 AF1 SCHEDULE

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

December 12th, 2025

Albany, NY — The Albany Firebirds have officially unveiled their 15-week schedule for the 2026 Arena Football One season, featuring six home games, six road games, and three bye weeks as they return to MVP Arena for another exciting year of Firebirds football. The Firebirds enter the season as the Undefeated Arena Crown Champions and remain committed to Albany with a strong schedule and enhanced fan experience.

Committed to Albany

As one of the most iconic arena football cities in the country, Albany remains at the heart of everything the Firebirds do. The organization is fully committed to the Capital Region, taking pride in representing Albany on the national stage while continuing to invest in local partnerships, youth initiatives, community programs, and a game-day experience that reflects the passion of its fans. The Firebirds remain dedicated to building a winning tradition that embodies the pride and spirit of Albany.

Key Matchups

The 2026 slate also features several key matchups at MVP Arena, including a Week 1 home opener against the Minnesota Monsters, a big Week 5 test versus the Kentucky Barrels, a Week 8 showdown with the Oceanside Bombers, and a Week 9 battle against the Beaumont Renegades, who enter the year as defending champions from another league. The Firebirds will also host Michigan Arsenal in Week 10 and close their home schedule with a marquee Week 14 matchup against the Nashville Kats in an exciting rematch of the 2025 Arena Crown Championship.

Full 2026 Schedule

Week 1 – Saturday April 11 vs Minnesota Monsters (kickoff 7pm)
 Week 2 – April 17-19 at Beaumont Renegades
 Week 3 – April 24-26 at Oregon Lightning
 Week 4 – May 1-3 at Washington Wolfpack
 Week 5 – Saturday May 9 vs Kentucky Barrels (kickoff 7pm)
 Week 6 – May 15-17 at Michigan Arsenal
 Week 7 – BYE WEEK
 Week 8 – Saturday May 30 vs Oceanside Bombers (kickoff 7pm)
 Week 9 – Friday June 5 vs Beaumont Renegades (kickoff 7pm)
 Week 10 – Friday June 12 vs Michigan Arsenal (kickoff 7pm)
 Week 11 – June 19-21 at Nashville Kats
 Week 12 – June 26-28 at Kentucky Barrels
 Week 13 – BYE WEEK
 Week 14 – Saturday July 11 vs Nashville Kats (kickoff 7pm)
 Week 15 – BYE WEEK

Season Tickets On Sale Now!

Season tickets are now on sale for the 2026 Albany Firebirds season, starting at an all-new low price of $15 per game. Fans can lock in their seats for all six home games at MVP Arena by visiting FirebirdsAF1.com or by calling (518) 557-8799. The Firebirds encourage fans across the Capital Region to secure their tickets early and be part of another exciting season of Firebirds football.

Media Contact:

Jeff Levack

518-557-8799

levack@firebirdsaf1.com

Ben Nelson

518-557-8799

bnelson@firebirdsaf1.com

For Albany Firebirds ticket information, visit FirebirdsAF1.com or Ticketmaster.com, stop by the MVP Arena Box Office, or call the Albany Firebirds office at (518) 557-8799.

About Albany Firebirds:

The Albany Firebirds Professional Arena Football team is based in Albany, NY. Dedicated to delivering captivating sports entertainment while actively engaging with the local community.