TAMPA - The Tampa Bay Lightning are kicking off their 2025-26 season with a new name for their home venue and a citywide campaign that puts fans at the center of the celebration.

What we know:

To mark the arena’s rebranding to Benchmark International Arena, and the team’s first week of practice, the Lightning, along with Vinik Sports Group and Benchmark International, unveiled six custom-designed bench installations at landmark locations across Tampa.

Dubbed "Sit. Snap. Scan.," the interactive public art campaign allows fans to enter the Golden Ticket Sweepstakes, which runs from September 18-28.

The winner could take home a dream grand prize: two tickets to every Lightning game, concert, and event held at the new Benchmark International Arena for a year.

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