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About Akins Arena at The Classic Center

Welcome to Akins Arena at The Classic Center, Athens’ versatile indoor arena that hosts everything from concerts and hockey to large-scale events. Opened December 13, 2024, the venue sits at 300 North Thomas Street in downtown Athens and is part of The Classic Center campus. With a capacity of up to 8,500 for concerts and 5,500 for hockey, Akins Arena is a central gathering place for residents and visitors alike. We’ve got you covered with seating details, parking options, transit access, and trusted hotel and dining partners to make planning easy.

Whether you’re catching a UGA Ice Dawgs game, a high-energy concert, or a special event, secure your seats with confidence. We provide up-to-date seating information (including SeatGeek’s interactive chart) and practical tips on getting there, parking, and nearby stays and bites. If you’re traveling for an event, consider our affiliate partner recommendations for hotels and restaurants to enhance your visit.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Name: Akins Ford Arena (formerly Classic Center Arena, 2022–2024).
  • Location: 300 North Thomas Street, Athens, GA 30601.
  • Venue type: Indoor arena within The Classic Center campus.
  • Capacity: Up to 8,500 for concerts; 6,460 end-stage concerts; 5,500 for hockey.
  • Opened: December 13, 2024.
  • Transit: Served by Athens Transit at the Athens Multimodal Transportation Center.
  • Parking: On-site secure parking deck with North Thomas Street (Level 5) and East Broad Street (Level 1) entrances.
  • Nearby hotels: Partner hotels include Hotel Indigo (500 College Ave) and Rivet House, with other downtown options nearby.
  • Notable tenants/events: UGA Ice Dawgs (2024–present); Athens Rock Lobsters (FPHL) (2024–present); regular concerts and large-scale events (e.g., Billy Strings in 2026).
  • Seating chart: Official seating information is complemented by SeatGeek's interactive seating chart.