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Location
Best time
Arrive during weekday morning sessions for a less crowded experience with more ice space. Reviews mention enjoying freestyle sessions with fewer skaters present.
Visitor tip
If enrolling your child in Learn to Skate classes, ask about the mix of figure skaters vs. hockey skaters in the session — reviews suggest this impacts how much individual attention beginners receive.
Visitor tip
Parking can be challenging; buy a monthly pass at the kiosk across the street if visiting frequently, or use metered spots up front. UAF students should use campus parking.
Quick Facts
- Type
- Ice Skating (NHL sized)
- Hours
- 7am-10pm weekdays, check schedule weekends
- Rental
- Yes, $3 public / Free for students
- Admission
- $5 rec skate or $7 stick & puck
- Programs
- Learn to Skate, Hockey classes, UAF Nanooks practice site
What visitors say
Great morning freestyle session while visiting Fairbanks -- a bargain for just $5, paid via credit card. Friendly staff, wifi available via university. Vending machines upstairs. Seating includes bench, table, and counter options all…
Fine place friendly staff.
The arena always seems to be full of happy skaters! The attendant Katherine is always friendly and helpful. I enjoy coming and watching as people who can skate better than me enjoy the ice. And a good place to cool down on a hot day in…
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Did You Know?
- Patty Ice Arena is an NHL-sized rink with a capacity of 1,200 seats located in Fairbanks, Alaska, featuring both a year-round indoor rink and a seasonal outdoor rink in front of the SRC
- The rink offers affordable recreational skating at $5 per session or $45 for a 10-punch card, with free admission for UAF students with a Polar Express card and SRC Members, plus free skate rentals for students
- Patty Ice Arena allows patrons to provide their own music during skating sessions, a feature specifically highlighted by long-time skaters as a distinctive and appreciated amenity
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