Ice skating is possible at the UIUC Ice Arena. UIUC's synchronized skating team is nationally ranked, and their performers have competed at the world and national levels. Tickets to the UIUC's spring show are $5 for general seating and $7 if you reserve seating.
University of Illinois Ice Arena
Champaign's University of Illinois Ice Arena (also known as The Big Pond) is an ice skating rink. It is owned by the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. The rink hosts a number of events, including hockey.
Skating opportunities
The University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign's ice arena is open to the general public. If you're interested in hosting a group event at the rink, there are several steps you should take. First, you need to make a reservation. This can be done at the Illini Union RSO Office (Room 284). If you wish to reserve ice time, please make sure that you have a list for all participants. You will also need to arrange for a supervisor at the rink to answer your questions during the rental period.
Center Ice Cafe
The University of Illinois Ice Arena Center Ice Cafe can be accessed by the public. Located adjacent to the Customer Service Office, the cafe offers food and beverages. The Ice Arena Pro Shop stocks a variety of skating and hockey accessories.
Free skate trainers
Champaign, Illinois is home to The University of Illinois Ice Arena. It is owned by the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. The ice arena is free to use throughout the year. This rink is open to the public for figure and skateboarding.
Spring Show
The UIUC Ice Arena Spring Show will be held soon. This event will feature performances both from local skaters and a nationally ranked synchronized-skating team. Many of these competitors have competed at national and global levels. Tickets for the event will cost $5 per person for general seating and $7 per person for reserved seating.
Gas leak at UI Ice Arena
The University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign has issued an Illini-Alert following a gas leak at its ice arena. The building, which is located at 406 E. Armory Ave. had to be evacuated in precaution after Ameren Illinois crews noticed a gas leak. To stop further contamination, firefighters closed a sideway that leads to the arena. The leak is believed to have originated from beneath the building.