Ride the Rivalry: Penguins vs Devils Bus Night to PPG Paints Arena (Dec 5, 2026)

PPG Paints Arena in downtown Pittsburgh is the setting for an electric NHL showdown on December 5, 2026: the Pittsburgh Penguins vs New Jersey Devils. Carrie’s Bus Tours organizes a tidy game‑night package that bundles round‑trip coach transport from Martins/Connellsville, Bob Evans/New Stanton and Kohl’s/Irwin, a ticket located in Section 119 (Rows S, T & U), and collectible extras like an Iceburgh Penguin Nutcracker and the Mike Lange Catchphrase Alarm Clock. Boarding begins mid‑day — departures at Martins/Connellsville at 11:15am, Bob Evans/New Stanton at 12:00pm and Kohl’s/Irwin at 12:30pm — which leaves time to watch the city shift from afternoon light into arena glare. PPG Paints Arena sits along Pittsburgh’s North Shore beside the Allegheny River, with the city’s three rivers and steel bridges framing the skyline; the Roberto Clemente Bridge and Point State Park fountain are a short walk from the bowl and make sharp foregrounds for pre‑game photos. Inside, the experience is all immediate contrasts: the low, bright blue of the ice, the circular intimacy of the seating bowl, and the thump of the scoreboard and organ that turn every goal into a physical event. Section 119 puts you close enough to track line rushes and the choreography around both nets, while the arena’s cashless concessions speed refueling between periods. Expect a crowd that swings from folk‑chant roar to focused chants and joinable tradition in a hockey city that has welcomed Stanley Cup runs and national attention. For travelers who want a hassle‑free night out, Carrie’s Bus Tours is practical: driver gratuity and transport are included, and they accept bookings online, by phone at 724-640-8828, or by check sent to 215 Glenn Fox Rd, New Stanton, PA 15672. The booking note and refund policy are straightforward—full refunds until 45 days before departure, with restrictions after that date. Make space in your pockets for a small permitted wristlet or wallet (PPG’s bag policy is strict), layer for December cold, and plan to stroll the North Shore before or after the game. This trip is part stadium adrenaline, part urban evening on Pittsburgh’s riverfront: fast, loud, and uncomplicated — exactly what a hockey night should be. Before you board, note PPG Paints Arena’s bag policy: no bags are permitted except inspected medical bags, diaper bags and wristlets or wallets that meet the size limit (larger than 4” x 6” x 1.5” require entry at designated gates). The venue is cashless—bring a card or mobile pay. Carrie’s Bus Tours removes the parking headache and keeps arrival and departure timed to the game. For families, the included Iceburgh Nutcracker and Mike Lange alarm clock add small, memorable keepsakes that make this trip feel like a planned celebration rather than just a ride.