Blizzard In May? Storm Wipes Out Avalanche Watch Party Plans

Just when it felt like spring had settled in, Colorado delivered a sharp reminder of its unpredictability—forcing the cancellation of a highly anticipated outdoor playoff gathering for the Colorado Avalanche.

Kroenke Sports & Entertainment announced that Tuesday’s Avs Alley watch party—planned for outside Ball Arena and requiring advance tickets despite being free—will no longer take place due to deteriorating weather conditions expected across the Denver area.

Forecasts from the 9NEWS Weather Impact Team are tracking a powerful spring system set to sweep through the region from Tuesday into Wednesday, bringing several inches of dense, moisture-heavy snow. The storm is expected to impact much of the Denver metro area, creating challenging conditions for both travel and outdoor events.

The timing is particularly unfortunate given the surge of excitement surrounding Colorado’s playoff run. The Avalanche opened their second-round series in emphatic fashion, outlasting the Minnesota Wild in a high-scoring 9–6 victory Sunday night. Game 2 is set for Tuesday evening at Ball Arena, where the atmosphere will now be contained entirely indoors.

Series Schedule And What Comes Next

The best-of-seven series now shifts between Denver and Minnesota over the coming days, with the Avalanche looking to build on their early momentum:

• Game 2: Minnesota at Colorado — Tuesday, May 5 at 6 p.m. (ESPN)
• Game 3: Colorado at Minnesota — Saturday, May 9 at 7 p.m. (TNT, TruTV)
• Game 4: Colorado at Minnesota — Monday, May 11 (time to be determined, ESPN)

If the series extends:

• Game 5: Minnesota at Colorado — Wednesday, May 13 (TNT, TruTV)
• Game 6: Colorado at Minnesota — Friday, May 15 (ESPN)
• Game 7: Minnesota at Colorado — Sunday, May 17 (TNT, TruTV)

While the snow may have sidelined one fan experience, it’s unlikely to cool the intensity building around this series as Colorado looks to press its early advantage.