The 2017–18 Metal Ligaen season was the 61st season of ice hockey in Denmark.

The season got extended from 10 to 11 teams by including Hvidovre Fighters.

It is Hvidovre's first season in the league since the 2012–13 season.

It is also the first time ever that the league consists of 11 teams.

Teams licensed to play in the Metal Ligaen 2017–18