Slater Family Ice Arena Tickets

Slater Family Ice Arena Tickets & Events

On the Bowling Green State University campus, Slater Family Ice Arena has been the longtime home of Falcons hockey and the center of the area's ice culture for decades. Slater Family Ice Arena tickets bring fans into a compact, approximately 5,000-seat collegiate rink for NCAA Division I hockey, skating programs, and community ice events in Bowling Green.

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 Slater Family Ice Arena

Slater Family Ice Arena is an indoor ice arena located on the Bowling Green State University campus in Bowling Green, Ohio. The building opened in 1967 as the university's Ice Arena and was renamed for the Slater Family in 2017 following facility upgrades. Owned and operated by Bowling Green State University, it seats approximately 5,000 fans for hockey.

The arena is best known as the home of the Bowling Green State University Falcons men's ice hockey program, an NCAA Division I team competing in the CCHA. It also hosts figure skating programs, public skating sessions, learn-to-skate programs, and community or recreational ice events throughout the year. College hockey runs roughly October through March, while skating programming continues year-round.

As an on-campus collegiate ice facility, Slater Family Ice Arena combines a competition hockey rink with community skating use, giving it a central role in the region's hockey and ice-sports culture.

Location & Transportation

Slater Family Ice Arena is located at 417 N. Mercer Road, Bowling Green, OH 43403 — on the Bowling Green State University campus in Bowling Green, Ohio.

Driving and Parking: Most attendees arrive by car. On-campus parking is available in nearby university lots, and game-day parking is typically convenient because of the campus setting. The arena is accessible from N. Mercer Road.

Transit: Public transit is limited in Bowling Green compared with larger metro areas. BGSU campus shuttle service and local fixed-route options serve the campus area, but driving is the primary way most guests reach the arena.

Rideshare: Rideshare drop-off and pickup is practical at the campus location. Post-event congestion is generally lighter than at major-metro arenas, though it is still smart to allow extra time after high-attendance games.

Nearby Accommodation: Lodging is available in Bowling Green near the university and along the I-75 corridor. Additional hotel options are a short drive north toward the Toledo area.

Venue Navigation

Slater Family Ice Arena has a compact, single-level rink layout, which makes it easier to navigate than larger multi-level arenas. Understanding the seating bowl and entry pattern in advance still helps on hockey nights, especially when entrance arrangements or opening times are adjusted for specific games.

Entrances and Access: Guests enter through the arena's main doors. For certain BGSU hockey games, the primary entrance has been adjusted, with alternate gate arrangements and revised opening times communicated for game nights.

Seating Levels: The arena features a single-level seating bowl surrounding the ice sheet, typical of a collegiate hockey venue. Seating wraps around the rink, with side seats, end-rink areas, and lower rows near the glass.

Accessibility: Accessible seating and services are available consistent with a university athletics facility.

Getting to Your Section: Staff and signage help direct guests to seating around the rink. Because the building is compact and the seating is on a single level, getting from the entrance to your section is generally straightforward.

Dining Options

Inside Slater Family Ice Arena

Concessions typical of a collegiate hockey arena are available on game nights. Lines can build closer to puck drop and during breaks in play, so arriving early or visiting concessions outside peak moments can make the experience smoother.

Outside the Venue — Bowling Green and BGSU Campus

Downtown Bowling Green and the areas surrounding the BGSU campus offer restaurants, bars, and casual dining within a short distance of the arena. Staying near campus or downtown keeps pregame meals and postgame stops simple for visitors attending Falcons hockey or skating events.

Security & Policies

Slater Family Ice Arena 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.

Bag Policy: Bag restrictions consistent with BGSU athletics policy may apply, and policies can vary by event. Traveling light and bringing only essential items helps speed entry.

Commonly Prohibited Items: Weapons, outside food and drink, and similar restricted items are typically prohibited, consistent with university athletics venue policy.

Entry Procedures: Digital ticket verification and standard entry screening apply at gates. Opening times are set relative to game time; for some hockey games, gates have opened approximately 1 hour and 22 minutes before a 7:07 p.m. puck drop. Arriving with a compliant bag and pre-downloaded tickets speeds entry.

Other Venues in the Bowling Green Area

Slater Family Ice Arena is part of Bowling Green's university-centered live-events scene, where Falcons athletics and campus venues anchor many of the area's ticketed events. The broader Bowling Green market includes indoor and outdoor BGSU venues used for college sports, university events, and competitions.

• Stroh Center Tickets — BGSU's indoor arena, home of Bowling Green Falcons men's and women's basketball (NCAA Division I)
• Doyt Perry Stadium Tickets — BGSU's outdoor football stadium, home of Bowling Green Falcons football (NCAA Division I)
• Anderson Arena Tickets — Historic former BGSU basketball arena inside Memorial Hall, now used for university events and competitions

How Much Do Tickets to Slater Family Ice Arena Cost?

Slater Family Ice Arena ticket prices vary significantly depending on the type of event, the team or activity, seating section, and demand — which is what you'd expect from a venue that hosts everything from public skating admission to Falcons hockey matchups.

For BGSU Falcons hockey single-game tickets, prices are approximately $18 and up. Opponent, matchup quality, seat location, and demand for marquee games can move prices higher, especially for the best available seats.

For public skating and recreational admission, pricing is approximately $5, plus skate rental. These events are different from reserved college hockey games and are typically focused on community and recreational ice use.

Buying earlier generally yields better seat selection for higher-demand hockey games. As inventory shrinks and the event date approaches, the best remaining sections can become more competitive.

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Slater Family Ice Arena Seating Guide

Slater Family Ice Arena uses a single-tier seating layout surrounding the ice sheet, so sightlines are built around proximity to the rink and viewing angle across the full surface. For hockey, the biggest choices are whether you want center-ice perspective, lower-row intensity, or value seating toward the ends.

Best Seats at Slater Family Ice Arena

• Best value: Upper or end-rink seating areas are typically the most affordable, offering a strong way to experience Falcons hockey at a lower entry price.
• Closest to the action: Rinkside and lower rows closest to the glass put fans nearest the ice, where the speed and physical pace of college hockey feel most immediate.
• Best overall experience: Center-ice seats along the sides offer the best overall sightlines to the full sheet, balancing proximity with a clear view of developing plays.
• General admission: Some seating and events, including public skating, operate on a general-admission basis. Reserved tickets apply to hockey games.

Slater Family Ice Arena Seating Chart

You can view an interactive seating map for Slater Family Ice Arena 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.

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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 center-ice side seating, end-rink seats, or rinkside lower rows — so the tickets you choose match exactly what you're looking for on event night.

Getting Ready for Your Slater Family Ice Arena Event

Once your tickets are confirmed, a few practical preparations make your visit run significantly smoother — especially at an indoor ice venue where arrival timing, mobile tickets, and cold arena conditions matter.

• 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 arena 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. Give yourself extra time for entry and security, especially on high-demand nights. For hockey, gates have opened roughly 1 hour and 22 minutes before puck drop for certain games.
• Wear the right footwear. Slater Family Ice Arena is an indoor arena with standard concourse and seating access, but the building is kept cold for the ice sheet. Comfortable shoes and warm socks help for a full game night.
• Dress in layers. Ice arenas run cold even in warmer months, so bring a jacket or layers to stay comfortable throughout the event.
• Build extra time into your arrival plan. Posted gate times guide when fans can enter, and some hockey games have used adjusted entrance arrangements.
• Know your entrance. Read the event-day entrance notes and ticket details before arriving so you know which doors and timing apply for the game.
• Check the bag policy in advance. Reviewing the venue's guidelines before packing prevents delays at security.

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