UI Ice Arena
Champaign, IL
406 East Armory Avenue 61820
VENUE GUIDE
UI Ice Arena
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Tickets & Events
Upcoming games, concerts, shows & live events
Before & After
Venue Details
Indoor • Fixed Roof
STAY NEAR THE ACTION
Stay Near UI Ice Arena
Make the event easier by staying close to UI Ice Arena and the surrounding Champaign area. Compare nearby options for the night before, the night of, or after your event.
TownePlace Suites by Marriott Champaign Urbana/Campustown
0.4 mi from the venue • Google rating 4.1 (518 reviews)
Illini Union Hotel
0.4 mi from the venue • Google rating 4.1 (115 reviews)
Homewood Suites by Hilton Champaign-Urbana
0.8 mi from the venue • Google rating 4.2 (664 reviews)
Hilton Garden Inn Champaign/ Urbana
0.9 mi from the venue • Google rating 4.4 (1,041 reviews)
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VENUE & SURROUNDING AREA
About UI Ice Arena & the Area
UI Ice Arena is an event venue in Champaign, IL. Use this venue guide to plan where to stay, what to do before and after the event, and how the venue connects with the surrounding event destination.
BEFORE THE EVENT
Your Opening Act
Ideas near UI Ice Arena for late morning, lunch, the afternoon and the hours leading up to your event.
Restaurants
Y-Thai
0.2 mi from the venue
A nearby option for a pre-event meal.
Google Maps rating: 3.9 (30 reviews)
University YMCA
0.2 mi from the venue
Grab a bite before heading to UI Ice Arena.
Google Maps rating: 4.7 (18 reviews)
Asian taste
0.2 mi from the venue
Make this a food stop before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.5 (162 reviews)
Fat Sandwich Company
0.2 mi from the venue
Grab a bite before heading to UI Ice Arena.
Google Maps rating: 4.3 (425 reviews)
J6 Kitchen
0.3 mi from the venue
Make this a food stop before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.9 (82 reviews)
EVO 重慶 | Chinese • Sichuan
0.3 mi from the venue
Grab a bite before heading to UI Ice Arena.
Google Maps rating: 4.1 (313 reviews)
Eye-Openers & Cocktails
Illini Inn
0.1 mi from the venue
A convenient drinks stop near the venue.
Google Maps rating: 4.2 (168 reviews)
Joe's Brewery
0.3 mi from the venue
Grab a drink before heading to UI Ice Arena.
Google Maps rating: 4.0 (420 reviews)
Legends
0.3 mi from the venue
A nearby stop for drinks before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.2 (749 reviews)
Murphy's Pub
0.3 mi from the venue
A convenient drinks stop near the venue.
Google Maps rating: 4.3 (1,101 reviews)
Coffee & Cafes
Sinclaire's Coffee
0.2 mi from the venue
Coffee and a quick break before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.7 (50 reviews)
Espresso Royale Cafe Campustown
0.2 mi from the venue
Grab coffee before heading to the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.3 (228 reviews)
COTTI COFFEE- UIUC
0.3 mi from the venue
Coffee and a quick break before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (28 reviews)
Dunkin'
0.3 mi from the venue
A nearby coffee stop for your event day.
Google Maps rating: 3.8 (243 reviews)
Yummy Future Coffee, Matcha & Tea
0.3 mi from the venue
Coffee and a quick break before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.6 (153 reviews)
Caffe Bene Green
0.3 mi from the venue
A nearby coffee stop for your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.3 (356 reviews)
Museums
Champaign County History Museum at the Historic Cattle Bank
0.8 mi from the venue
A nearby daytime option before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.9 (21 reviews)
Anita Purves Nature Center
1.9 mi from the venue
Spend part of the day exploring before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.7 (287 reviews)
Attractions
Sousa Archives and Center for American Music
0.1 mi from the venue
Explore this attraction before heading to UI Ice Arena.
Google Maps rating: 4.7 (23 reviews)
Krannert Art Museum
0.3 mi from the venue
Another way to make more of your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.6 (338 reviews)
Main Quad
0.3 mi from the venue
Explore this attraction before heading to UI Ice Arena.
Google Maps rating: 4.8 (727 reviews)
South Quad
0.3 mi from the venue
A nearby option for the hours before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.8 (161 reviews)
Morrow Plots
0.4 mi from the venue
A nearby option for the hours before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.3 (28 reviews)
Woolly Mammoth Statue
0.4 mi from the venue
Another way to make more of your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.7 (15 reviews)
Shopping
Johnstowne Center
0.2 mi from the venue
A nearby shopping stop for your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.3 (51 reviews)
Lincoln Square Mall
1.4 mi from the venue
Shop nearby before heading to the venue.
Google Maps rating: 3.8 (1,192 reviews)
Shoppes of Knollwood
1.5 mi from the venue
Browse nearby shops before heading to UI Ice Arena.
Google Maps rating: 4.2 (119 reviews)
Windsor Galleria
2.3 mi from the venue
Browse nearby shops before heading to UI Ice Arena.
Google Maps rating: 4.3 (31 reviews)
Old Farm Shops
2.3 mi from the venue
Fit in some shopping before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.3 (468 reviews)
Union Square
2.4 mi from the venue
Browse nearby shops before heading to UI Ice Arena.
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (57 reviews)
AFTER THE EVENT
Your Encore
Evening and post-event options near UI Ice Arena. Hours can vary by day, so confirm current hours for your event date.
Restaurants
Fat Sandwich Company
0.2 mi from the venue
A nearby option for a post-event meal.
Today: 11:00 AM – 3:00 AM
Google Maps rating: 4.3 (425 reviews)
EVO 重慶 | Chinese • Sichuan
0.3 mi from the venue
Food near UI Ice Arena for after the show or game.
Today: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Google Maps rating: 4.1 (313 reviews)
SGD DUBU SO GONG DONG TOFU & KOREAN BBQ
0.3 mi from the venue
A nearby option for a post-event meal.
Today: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Google Maps rating: 4.8 (221 reviews)
Kung Fu Tea
0.3 mi from the venue
Keep the night going with a meal after the event.
Today: 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (515 reviews)
Bars & Nightlife
Illini Inn
0.1 mi from the venue
Keep the night going after the event.
Today: 4:00 PM – 12:00 AM
Google Maps rating: 4.2 (168 reviews)
Joe's Brewery
0.3 mi from the venue
Keep the night going after the event.
Today: Closed
Google Maps rating: 4.0 (420 reviews)
Legends
0.3 mi from the venue
An option for a nightcap after the event.
Today: 11:00 AM – 2:00 AM
Google Maps rating: 4.2 (749 reviews)
Murphy's Pub
0.3 mi from the venue
An option for a nightcap after the event.
Today: 11:00 AM – 2:00 AM
Google Maps rating: 4.3 (1,101 reviews)
Getting to UI Ice Arena
Parking
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Rideshare
Uber, Lyft and local taxi service are common transportation options for visitors to UI Ice Arena in Champaign, IL. Event-day pickup and drop-off restrictions may apply, so check your rideshare app for the current designated location and instructions.
Transit
Regional Transit • Champaign-Urbana Mass Transit District serves Champaign, IL. Check the agency for current routes, schedules and event-day service near UI Ice Arena.
Valet
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Parking & Event-Day Details
PARKING PRICES
Rates Can Change by Event
UI Ice Arena can have event-specific garage, lot and street-parking restrictions. Prepaid parking, ADA access and garage closing times may vary. Check the venue's official event information before arrival.
TAILGATING
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Tailgating, grilling, alcohol and parking-lot gathering rules at UI Ice Arena have not been venue-verified. Policies can differ by team and event. Check the venue's official event-day rules before arrival.
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