Full Road Schedule
Road Trip Highlights
Chicago — Wintrust Arena
Chicago offers legendary sports history, deep-dish pizza, and stunning lakefront views. The Eastern Illinois Panthers visit Wintrust Arena on Thu, Dec 17 to face the DePaul Blue Demons. Read our Wintrust Arena visitor guide →
Iowa City — Carver-Hawkeye Arena
Iowa City offers Midwestern charm, the Wave to Children's Hospital, and a passionate fanbase. The Eastern Illinois Panthers visit Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Thu, Nov 5 to face the Iowa Hawkeyes.
Ames — Hilton Coliseum
Ames offers warm Iowa hospitality, tailgate culture, and a rising Cyclones program. The Eastern Illinois Panthers visit Hilton Coliseum on Sun, Nov 8 to face the Iowa State Cyclones.
St. Louis — Chaifetz Arena
St. Louis offers the Gateway Arch, toasted ravioli, and one of baseball's greatest traditions. The Eastern Illinois Panthers visit Chaifetz Arena on Wed, Nov 11 to face the Saint Louis Billikens.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many away games do the Eastern Illinois Panthers play in 2026?
The Eastern Illinois Panthers play 11 away games in the 2026 season, visiting 11 different cities.
What is the Eastern Illinois Panthers's longest road trip in 2026?
The longest road trip is 4 games over 9 days, visiting Des Moines, Iowa City, Ames, St. Louis.
What is the Eastern Illinois Panthers's toughest road game in 2026?
The marquee road game is on Thu, Dec 17 at Wintrust Arena in Chicago against the DePaul Blue Demons.
What is the first away game of the 2026 season for the Eastern Illinois Panthers?
The first away game is on Tue, Nov 3 at Knapp Center in Des Moines against the Drake Bulldogs.
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