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 Drop-in Programming Schedule

 Click on the link to see when public skating (open to all skaters of all abilitites, figure skates or hoceky skates can be worn), sticktimes (ice time for our hockey friends, pucks and nets provided. Hockey helmet required) and freestyles (Freestyle sessions are ice times for figure skaters to train, open to skaters levels Basic 1 and above, and levels Adult 1 and above, who are a members of US Figure Skating and/or taking private lessons with a Pegula coach.

See you at the Peg! Facility Schedule

 

 

Registration is open for Winter 2026 Learn to Skate and Learn to Play Hockey Classes!! 

Click on the link below to see the full listing and descriptions for our Learn to Skate, Learn to Play Hockey, and ASPIRE classes for both youth and adults.

Activity List

 

National Skating Month Celebration


January is National Skating Month and Pegula Ice Arena is celebrating! Join us on January 11th, 2026, from 8:15am-9:45 am. to celebrate National Skating Month!

This event is open to the public and includes a free introductory Learn to Skate class and a free skating exhibition featuring performances by local skaters. This event is perfect for someone interested in trying skating for the first time. Pre-registration encouraged. Day-of-registration may not be accepted. A helmet is required to participate.


Schedule of Events:
Registration: 8:15am-8:45am
Free Introductory Skating Class: 8:45am-9:15am
Free Skating: 9:15am-9:30am
Skating Exhibition: 9:30am-9:45am

 

Follow the link to Register (look for "National Skating Month Learn to Skate) Activity List

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News and Notes

Arena Closures

Pegula Ice Arena will be closed the following dates:

December 31st aat 3pm

All day January 1st, 2nd and 3rd

 

Varsity Game Information

Please be aware of the following impacts related to the upcoming varsity hockey games.  

  • Tuesday, December 30

Penn State Women’s Ice Hockey vs Cornell – 6:00 PM

 

  • Sunday, January 4

Penn State Men’s Ice Hockey vs RIT – 5:00 PM

 

  • Parking
    • Parking will not be available in the Yellow H lot outside of Gate C on either day.
      • On Tuesday, December 30th, Yellow H Shields will be available as a pay to park lot all day.
      • On Sunday, January 4, Community Rink patrons should plan to park in Stadium West or Jordan East.
      • Event parking rates will be in effect for those without a valid PSU parking permit.

 

  • Building Entrance
    • Up until 3 hours prior to puck drop, users can enter through Gate B or Gate C.
    • From 3 hours prior to puck drop through the end of the games for the day, all users will need to enter the building through Gate C.

 

  • Locker Rooms
    • Locker rooms must be accessed through the Community Rink. There will be no public access through the hallway between the Varsity and Community Rinks.

 

  • Concourse Level
    • The concourse level of the building will be closed starting 3 hours prior to game times. Nobody will be permitted on the concourse without a valid men’s ice hockey ticket once doors open for the event.
    • The clear bag policy will be in effect if you are attending the event.  https://gopsusports.com/university-bag-policy

 

Hiring

Pegula Ice Arena is hiring the following part-time positions:

Team Leaders
Team Members
Ice Resurfacers
Figure Skating Instructors
Hockey Instructors

Learn more about how you can join our team here: Careers

Create an account in Finnly!!

Looking to register for a class or buy a punch pass? Customers can create a new account at the following link: Create customer account

Purchase a punch pass and save on drop-in session fees!

Punch passes are available for purchase online and offer a discount to those guests who regularly attend drop-in sessions.

 20 punch Freestyle pass - $135.00 (pass is sold with 20 30-minute punches that can be used in 30-minute increments)

10 punch Sticktime pass - $135.00 (10 hours)

10 Punch Public Skating pass - $80.00

Purchase a punch pass here: https://pegula.finnlyconnect.com/membership/membershiplist

Cashless Transactions

The skate rental desk at Pegula is cashless. Apple pay, Google pay, Samsung wallet and credit cards can be used at the point of sale terminals.


Skate Rental Desk Hours:
The skate rental desk is open during programming hours.
Click here for current programming schedule

 

Drop-In Programming

Pegula Ice Arena offers public skating, freestyle and sticktime sessions throughout the month. These sessions are drop-in, there is no need to register ahead of time, and the schedules vary from month-to-month based on other programming and events in the arena. 

View current schedules HERE

Public skating sessions are open to all ages and skill levels. Figure or hockey skates may be worn, and both are available for rent.

Public Skate Pricing

90-Minute Session Admission for all ages $10
Skate Rentals $5

Purchase a punch pass and save on admission!!

Purchase a 10-session public session punch pass for $80 by clicking here: Purchase Membership

Public Skating Rules

  • You must have skates to be on the ice. 
  • Children may not be carried on the ice.
  • Strollers are not permitted on the ice.
  • The center of the ice, inside the cones, is reserved for private lessons from one of the Pegula Ice Arena staff instructors.
  • No jumping is allowed during public skate sessions.
Click HERE to view upcoming public skates.

If you're interested in reserving the ice for your next event or booking a birthday party during a public skating session, visit the Events Menu.

Freestyle is open ice available to figure skaters. 

Open Freestyle: Skaters Basic 1 and above and Adult 1 and above

  • Skaters levels Basic 1 and above, and levels Adult 1 and above, who are a member of US Figure Skating and/or taking private lessons with a Pegula coach can skate on an Open Freestyle.
  • Prorating only permitted for Skaters level Basic 5 and below, when taking a lesson with a Pegula coach. Once the lesson is over, the skater must exit the ice. 

Freestyle Sessions Rules

  • Hockey skates NOT permitted.
  • Private lessons can occur during a freestyle session, only with a member of the Pegula Ice Arena Pro Staff.
  • Freestyle sessions vary per week. 

Freestyle Sessions Pricing

Open Freestyle 30 minutes $10
Open Freestyle 60 minutes $15
Open Freestyle 90 minutes $22.50
Purchase a punch pass and save on admission!
Purchase a 20 session punch pass (one punch for each 30-minute session) by clicking here: Purchase Membership
Click HERE to view upcoming freestyle sessions.

Adult Open Skate (previously known as Coffee Club) is open ice available to skaters 18 years and older.

Adult Open Skate Rules

  • No jumping or private lessons permitted.
  • Intended to be a relaxed skating environment.
  • Both hockey and figure skates permitted.
  • Adult Open Skate sessions vary per week.

Adult Open Skate Pricing: $15

Click HERE to view upcoming adult open skate sessions.

Sticktime is open ice throughout the week for hockey players to work on their skills. 

Sticktime Session Rules

  • A helmet and gloves are required to participate.
  • Only Pegula Ice Arena staff coaches can give lessons during sticktime.

Sticktime sessions vary per week. 

Sticktime Sessions Pricing

60 minutes $15
Purchase a punch pass and save on admission!
Purchase a 10 session punch pass (one punch for each session) by clicking here: Purchase Membership
 
Click HERE to view upcoming Sticktime Sessions.

Hockey

Pegula Ice Arena offers a variety of hockey programming, including Learn to Play, Nittany Lion Development Program (NLDP), Power Skating, Student Hockey League and private/semi-private lessons.

 

To view upcoming classes, click here: Activity List

Pegula Ice Arena offers Learn to Play introductory classes for hockey players. Skaters receive hands on instruction and receive a "report card" outlining the skills they have accomplished along with a recommendation for what level to register for next. Skaters can register for one of 5 levels starting at Hockey 1 and progressing through to Hockey 5.

Hockey 1 & 2 focus on the fundamentals of skating, while Hockey 3, 4 and 5 introduce hockey gear, skills, drills and development.

It is recommended that skaters register for the level their coach suggests they sign up for on their report card.

Required equipment

Hockey 1 & 2: Helmets, gloves and skates are required (Bike helmet and winter gloves are permitted). Elbow and knee pads recommended.

Hockey 3, 4, 5:  Full protective gear required.

To view upcoming classes, click here: Activity List

Equipment is available to rent at Pegula.

For questions regarding Learn To Play classes, please email pegulaicearena@psu.edu. 

The Nittany Lion Development Program (NLD) offers an in-house hockey experience for 8U, 10U, and 12U Skaters. The program will have two practices a week focused on fundamental ice hockey skills. Practices will consist of a mix of skills and drills along with a wide range of games. This program is designed to get players ready for the next steps in their hockey career.

Fall Session: September through December

Spring Session: January through April

To view upcoming classes, click here: Activity List

For questions regarding NLDP, please email pegulaicearena@psu.edu. 

 

Pegula is not offering any hockey clinics at this time.

Full protective hockey gear is required. 

Hockey Clinic Pricing: $18

For questions regarding Hockey Clinics, please email pegulaicearena@psu.edu. 

The Student Hockey League is a great way for Penn State students to continue to play the game they love.
  • Each team is guaranteed eight (8) games and a playoff is held to determine a champion.
  • This is a full contact league and full hockey equipment including helmets with a facemask is required.
  • Previous hockey experience is required.
  • Prices vary per semester.

 

FALL 2025 REGISTRATION OPENS MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 8TH AT NOON. FOLLOW THE LINK BELOW TO REGISTER:

Register League Individuals

 

2025 Fall Session: October - December 
Spring Session: January - March
 
For questions regarding SHL, please email pegulaicearena@psu.edu. 

 

Figure Skating Programming

Pegula Ice Arena offers a variety of figure skating programming, including Learn to Skate, ASPIRE Program and private lessons.

 

To view upcoming classes, click here: Activity List

Pegula Ice Arena offers figure skating classes for ages 2.5 to adults of all levels. Our programs are part of Learn to Skate USA and sanctioned by United States Figure Skating (USFS). Classes are offered in 6-week sessions throughout the year. 

Skaters Ages 3-5: Snowplow Sam 
Skaters Ages 6-16: Basic Skills 
Skaters Ages 17+: Adult Learn to Skate 

*For skaters under 3 years old, please contact pegulaskating@psu.edu about our special pre-school aged classes.*

All skaters are required to join Learn to Skate USA. 
Learn to Skate USA Membership: 

  • Membership is $18.50 for annual membership.
  • Membership year is June 30-July 1. 
  • To purchase a membership, please go to Learn to Skate USA.
  • A membership number is required to complete Learn to Skate class registration. 

Learn to Skate Pricing

6-week Session $90

To view upcoming classes, click here: Activity List

Some Helpful Resources for Beginning Skaters:

For any questions on figure skating programs offered at Pegula Ice Arena, please call 814-865-4102 or email PegulaSkating@psu.edu.

The Youth and Adult ASPIRE program are designed to help skaters transition from the beginning skating levels to more advanced skating elements. ASPIRE programming includes on-ice and off-ice programming. Available to skaters Pre-Free Skate and above, and Adult 4 and above.

To view upcoming classes, click here: Activity List

For any questions on the ASPIRE program offered at Pegula Ice Arena, please call 814-865-4102 or email PegulaSkating@psu.edu.

Pegula Ice Arena's Pro Staff offers private lessons for all levels of skaters throughout the week. 

  • Private lessons can take place during public skating or freestyle sessions. Only Pegula Ice Arena’s Pro Staff may give lessons during public skating or freestyle sessions. 
  • The skater, or interested party, must contact the instructor of their choosing directly.

For additional questions about our coaches or private lessons, please email PegulaSkating@psu.edu.

Join Us at Pegula Ice Arena for Your Next Event!

Pegula Ice Arena has a variety of spaces available to host your next social event, business meeting, networking function, corporate party, or any other event! We look forward to hosting you in the beautiful Pegula Ice Arena.

If interested in hosting your event at Pegula Ice Arena, please contact Deb Campbell dac38@psu.edu or call us 814-867-1300. 

Both NHL-size sheets of ice are available to rent on an hourly basis, as scheduling permits. The ice can be rented out for skating, hockey, curling, and even broomball!

If interested in renting ice time at Pegula Ice Arena, please contact pegulaicearena@psu.edu or call us at 814-865-4102.

Our birthday parties are booked during select public sessions. The public session schedule for the upcoming month is published around the middle of the current month. Once the schedule is released, bookings will open for the available party dates.

Guests have use of the party room 30 minutes before and 30 minutes after the public session. The room will be decorated and have the paper products out and cupcakes plated when guests arrive. Outside food and drink is not permitted; goodie bags may be handed out to guests as they leave the party. For safety reasons, helium balloons, candles and piñatas are not permitted in the facility. Skate aids are not available during public skates.

All party packages include admission, skate rentals, cupcakes (3 dozen), bottled water and juice pouches, themed tablecloths, plates, napkins for eighteen guests (birthday guest of honor is included in the eighteen count). The specific packages are listed below (if you are at the arena, there is a look book at the skate rental counter that shows various package set ups). There are three levels – cupcake, cupcake with pizza (6 pizzas cut in 8 or 10 slices) or cupcake with Subway (2 sub platters). Packages range from $250-$550. The maximum seating capacity for each party room is twenty-one guests; additional guests are $14-$25 based on the package.

Hockey Valley also includes goalie photo stand in, goodie bags with hockey ducks, hockey stick pencils and candy, and premium centerpieces. There is also the option to choose Gatorade for a beverage.

Glow Crazy also includes glow sticks, bracelets and necklaces, glow glasses, centerpieces, and wall décor. There is also the option to choose Gatorade for a beverage.

Hip Hip Hooray also includes an inflatable unicorn as part of the décor, and upgraded wall décor.

Dinosaurs also includes a small dinosaur for each guest and a dino wall hanging.

Winter Wonderland includes inflatable snowmen as décor.

Classic Birthday has no additional add ons.

If interested in booking a party at Pegula Ice Arena, please email us at pegulaicearena@psu.edu or call the arena at 814-867-1300.

University and Community Groups

Pegula Ice Arena offer University and Community group opportunities in hockey, figure skating and curling. 

Penn State Ice Lions, the University’s men’s club hockey team, are proud members of the American Collegiate Hockey Association (ACHA). They compete at the Division II level and have a reputation for being a highly competitive team.  

Click here if you are interested in learning more about the Penn State Ice Lions.

The Penn State Women’s Ice Hockey Club is a proud member of the ACHA Women’s Division I Ice Hockey League. They compete in both league and non-league games with the goal of reaching the national championships at the end of the season. 

Click here if you are interested in learning more about the Penn State Women’s Ice Hockey Club.

State College Youth Ice Hockey Association (SCYIHA)

The State College Youth Ice Hockey Association is the local travel hockey program. 

Click here if you are interested in joining or learning more about SCYIHA Travel Hockey.

 

State College Ice Hockey Club

The State College Ice Hockey Club is for State College High School students to play for their school. 

Click here to learn more about State College Ice Hockey Club.
 

Nittany Hockey League (NHL)

The Nittany Hockey League is a local adult hockey league. 

Click here if you're interested in joining or learning more about NHL.

 

Happy Valley Special Hockey (HVSH)

The mission of Happy Valley Special Hockey is to remove barriers so that individuals with disabilities may participate in the sport of hockey in an inclusive, positive and supportive environment and use the game to develop characteristics such as dependability, self-reliance, confidence, concentration, service to others, and personal accountability.

Click here to learn more About HVSH.

  

Penn State Student Figure Skating Club (PSSFSC)

The Penn State Figure Skating Club is for Penn State students of all skill levels and abilities.

Click here to learn more about the Penn State Student Figure Skating Club.

Nittany Valley Figure Skating Club (NVFSC)

The Nittany Valley Figure Skating Club's mission is to encourage participation in the sport of figure skating in our community. All ages and skills are welcome. 
Click here to learn more about The Nittany Valley Figure Skating Club.

 

Penn State Curling Club

Penn State Curling Club is a registered competitive club sport at Penn State that travels intercollegiately in the USA College Curling National Tournament. From October to February, PSCC competes in tournaments called bonspiels to earn points that will qualify them a spot in the National Championship in March.

Click here to learn more about Penn State Curling Club.

Nittany Valley Curling Club  (NVCC)

Nittany Valley Curling Club is the community curling club serving the central PA and State College area.

Click here to learn more about Nittany Valley Curling Club.

We Are Hiring!

Pegula Ice Arena is looking for motivated and friendly individuals to join our team. Apply today!

Click here to browse available positions at Pegula Ice Arena.

Email us at pegulaicearena@psu.edu to let us know you want to sign up for our newlsetter! 

About the Arena

The Pegula Ice Arena is a premier ice facility for the community as well as home to Penn State's men's and women's ice hockey teams. The facility was brought to fruition by an initial $88 million donation - the largest in University history - from Terry and Kim Pegula, who, through their gift, helped Penn State realize its goal of Division I hockey. At the ceremonial groundbreaking on April 20, 2012, the Pegulas added $14 million to the project to lift the total donation to $102 million.

The state-of-the-art amenities have allowed Pegula Ice Arena to host national ice shows, National Hockey League pre-season games, and the 2022 NCAA Women's Hockey Frozen Four, with another Frozen Four coming in 2026.

Today the Pegula Ice Arena is open 350 days a year with millions of visitors through the building each year. From lessons, to youth tournaments, public skating sessions and college hockey games, there's always something going on at Pegula Ice Arena!

FACTS

  • Construction Groundbreaking: February 2012
  • Ceremonial Groundbreaking: April 20, 2012
  • Building Opening: September 9, 2013
  • Capacity: 5,704 (Arena rink); 300 (Community rink)
  • Size: 200,000 square feet

PARKING

DIRECTIONS

 

LIVEBARN

Pegula Ice Arena is now a LiveBarn Venue. If you can’t make it to the rink, you can still stay connected by watching all events Live and On-Demand.

LiveBarn is a subscription service that allows you to watch events Live or On Demand for 30 days. Your subscription allows you to watch streams from any LiveBarn- installed venue across the US & Canada.

10% DISCOUNT- PROMO CODE- peg1-live

  • Save and share 30 second highlights
  • Download entire games/practices
  • Tag highlights while watching live, in-venue

Existing subscribers can update their profile to our venue’s promo code. 
For more information, visit livebarn.com. Download the LiveBarn iOS App or the LiveBarn Android App for easiest mobile viewing- or the LiveBarn tvOS on AppleTV for home theatre viewing. 

*Excludes all NCAA activity*

Click here to sign up for LiveBarn.

 

Skate Sharpening

Skate sharpening is available at Pegula Ice Arena! Please bring skates to the Skate Rental Desk inside Gate C of Pegula Ice Arena. 

Skate Sharpening Pricing

Regular Sharpening (Hockey and Figure Skates) $8
Quick Sharpening (Hockey and Figure Skates)
*Completed within 24 Hours between drop off and pickup)		 $12
High End Figure Skate Sharpening $25

Click here for Penn State Men’s Ice Hockey tickets.

Penn State Women's Ice Hockey is free admission.

Contact Us!

Phone: 814-865-4102
Email: pegulaicearena@psu.edu

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