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On Woody Hayes Drive within Ohio State's athletic campus, OSU Ice Rink gives Buckeyes hockey and skating events an intimate, close-to-the-ice setting. OSU Ice Rink tickets bring fans into a roughly 1,000-seat indoor rink where collegiate hockey, public skating, skating instruction, and university club events share the same campus ice.

This page covers everything you need to know before you go — from finding the right seats to getting there, navigating the venue, and buying with confidence.

About OSU Ice Rink

OSU Ice Rink is an indoor arena on the Ohio State University campus in Columbus, Ohio. Also known as Ohio State Ice Rink, it opened in 1961 and is owned and operated by The Ohio State University as a university athletic and recreation facility. The rink holds approximately 1,000 spectators, giving it a compact atmosphere with clear views around a standard ice sheet.

The venue serves as a competition and practice facility for Ohio State hockey and skating programs. It is home to Ohio State Buckeyes Women's Ice Hockey, an NCAA Division I program, and it has also been used historically by Ohio State men's hockey, club ice hockey, recreational skating, skating instruction, and other university programs.

Within the broader Columbus skating ecosystem, OSU Ice Rink is known as a longstanding on-campus ice facility where fans can experience Buckeyes hockey and campus skating activity in a modest, close-up rink setting.

Location & Transportation

OSU Ice Rink is located at 390 Woody Hayes Drive, Columbus, OH 43210 — on the Ohio State University campus near the university's athletic facilities.

Transit: The rink is served by Central Ohio Transit Authority bus routes that run through the Ohio State campus area, along with Ohio State's CABS Campus Area Bus Service shuttles. Transit can be a practical option for students, campus visitors, and guests staying near the University District.

Driving and Parking: OSU Ice Rink sits near Woody Hayes Drive, with campus parking lots and garages serving the surrounding area. Parking availability and permit or pay rules can vary by time of day and by event, and campus parking can be tight during the academic week, so arriving early is a smart move.

Rideshare: Rideshare drop-off and pickup are practical on campus. Use designated campus pickup points near the facility, especially after events when traffic around campus roads may move more slowly.

Nearby Accommodation: The closest lodging options are found along Olentangy River Road, in the University District and campus area, and in the Short North. Staying near campus can make arrival simpler for evening hockey games or skating events.

Venue Navigation

OSU Ice Rink has a straightforward indoor rink layout, with single-level spectator seating arranged around the ice. Because it is a compact campus facility, knowing the basic entry point and seating arrangement ahead of time helps make arrival easy.

Entrances and Access: Guests enter through the rink's campus facility entrance off Woody Hayes Drive. The setting is within the Ohio State campus, so plan your approach around campus roads, nearby parking, and pedestrian routes.

Seating Levels: Seating is organized as a single-tier spectator layout around the ice sheet. With roughly 1,000 seats, the rink offers a simple setup where most seats keep fans close to play and activity on the ice.

Getting to Your Section: General seating surrounds the single ice sheet, and staff and signage direct guests to seating on arrival. For hockey games and skating events, the compact layout makes it easier to get oriented once inside.

Dining Options

Outside the Venue — University District and Short North

Campus-area dining along High Street, the University District, and the nearby Short North gives visitors a wide range of restaurant and quick-service options before or after an event. If you are heading to the rink from off campus, building in time for a meal nearby can make the evening easier, especially when campus parking and event traffic are busiest.

Security & Policies

OSU Ice Rink maintains security and venue policies that are updated regularly and may vary by event. Before attending, reviewing the current policy on the venue's official website is strongly recommended.

Other Venues in the Columbus Area

OSU Ice Rink is part of a busy Columbus live-events market that includes major university venues, downtown arenas, theaters, stadiums, and concert spaces. Fans looking for events in the Columbus area have options ranging from Buckeyes athletics to NHL hockey, baseball, soccer, concerts, and performing arts.

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How Much Do Tickets to OSU Ice Rink Cost?

OSU Ice Rink ticket prices vary significantly depending on the type of event, the team or session, seating section, and demand — which is what you'd expect from a venue that hosts everything from public skating sessions to collegiate hockey games.

Public and recreational skating sessions are typically low-cost events, often around $5–$15 per person. Student and general rates can vary by session, so the event listing is the best place to compare the current options.

Collegiate hockey events at OSU Ice Rink are typically modestly priced, with many tickets falling in the single-digit to low double-digit range. Opponent, matchup, and student-versus-general admission pricing can influence what you see when browsing available listings.

Buying earlier generally gives you more seating choices and better visibility into the full range of prices. As event day approaches and inventory tightens, the best remaining options can become more limited for high-interest hockey games and campus events.

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OSU Ice Rink Seating Guide

OSU Ice Rink uses a compact, single-tier seating layout around a standard hockey ice sheet. With approximately 1,000 seats, the rink is easy to understand before buying, and seat choice usually comes down to how close you want to be to the glass and how centered you want your view to be.

Best Seats at OSU Ice Rink

Best value: General seating areas farther from center ice typically offer the most affordable options while still keeping you close to the action in a small rink.
Closest to the action: Rinkside rows closest to the glass provide the most immediate view of play, player movement, and on-ice activity.
Best overall experience: Seats at center ice along the sides offer the strongest all-around sightlines, balancing proximity with a clear view of both ends of the rink.
General admission: General admission seating is typical for events at OSU Ice Rink, giving fans flexibility within the available spectator areas.

OSU Ice Rink Seating Chart

You can view an interactive seating map for OSU Ice Rink events directly on BoxOfficeTicketSales.com while browsing available listings. The map lets you compare sections side by side, check row depth and distance from the ice, and see real-time pricing for what's currently available — all before committing to a purchase.

Can I See Where My Seats Are?

Yes. The interactive seat map on BoxOfficeTicketSales.com shows your exact section and row placement before you buy. Use it to understand your position in the venue, your distance from the ice, and whether you're in rinkside rows, along the sides at center ice, or farther from center ice — so the tickets you choose match exactly what you're looking for on event night.

Getting Ready for Your OSU Ice Rink Event

Once your tickets are confirmed, a few practical preparations make your visit run significantly smoother — especially at an indoor ice facility on a busy university campus.

Download your tickets before you leave. Save your tickets to your phone's wallet or screenshot them before departing so you're ready at the entrance without needing a signal.
Charge your phone fully. Digital ticketing is standard, and your phone is your entry. A portable battery pack is worth having for a full evening.
Arrive early. Allow extra time for campus parking and navigation, particularly during the academic week and around event start times.
Dress in layers. Interior temperatures stay cold because of the ice, so warm clothing is recommended for extended sessions, hockey games, and time spent near the rink.
Build extra time into your transit plan. Campus traffic, parking rules, and pedestrian routes can add time before an event, especially when other Ohio State campus activity is happening nearby.
Check the bag policy in advance. Reviewing the venue's guidelines before packing prevents delays at security.

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OSU Ice Rink events — particularly Ohio State hockey matchups and busy campus skating dates — move fast. The best-value listings disappear well before event night, and inventory for popular events tightens quickly once demand builds. If you have a specific event in mind, acting sooner gets you better seats at better prices. Browse OSU Ice Rink tickets now and lock in your spot before inventory moves.

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