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About Buccaneer Arena
Buccaneer Arena is a historic multi-purpose ice venue located at 7201 Hickman Road in Urbandale, Iowa. With a seating capacity of 3,461 and standing room for about 700, the arena has hosted a range of events from college hockey tournaments to MASL2 action. While the USHL games shifted to RecPlex in 2024 due to ice-prep considerations, Buccaneer Arena remains an active site for other tenants and events, preserving its legacy as a central hub for ice sports and community gatherings in the Des Moines area.
Whether you’re attending a game, a concert, or a special event, we’ve got you covered with practical details about seating, parking, transit, and nearby lodging and dining options to help you plan a smooth visit.
Note: Seating charts are available through Etix for Buccaneer Arena, and venue name changes over the years reflect its storied history in the Des Moines metro.
Parking is available at arena events, typically at standard venue rates. The venue is served by Des Moines Area Regional Transit Authority (DART), with routes along Hickman Road, including Route 92 Hickman, making it accessible from various Des Moines neighborhoods. For travelers planning an overnight stay, Hotel Renovo Des Moines Urbandale (Hilton Tapestry) offers a convenient option within the area, along with multiple Des Moines-area hotels within a short drive. Nearby dining options include a range of casual to sit-down spots to suit pre- or post-event plans. If you’re securing tickets for a future event, check the specific event page for date specifics, as schedules can change and some events may be subject to updates.
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Seating, Parking & Venue Information
- Location and address: 7201 Hickman Road, Urbandale, IA 50322
- Venue type: multi-purpose ice arena (home to USHL and MASL2 tenants historically)
- Capacity: 3,461 seats, with standing room for 700
- Seating chart: available via Etix seating chart for Buccaneer Arena
- Parking: arena parking available at events (typical venue pricing noted by sources such as Stadium Journey)
- Transit: served by Des Moines Area Regional Transit Authority (DART); nearby routes along Hickman Road (e.g., Route 92 Hickman)
- Nearby hotels: Hotel Renovo Des Moines Urbandale (Hilton Tapestry); multiple Des Moines-area hotels within a few miles
- Notable events hosted: 2007 College Hockey America tournament; MASL2 Iowa Demon Hawks (2023–present); MASL W Championship Weekend hosted in Des Moines at Buccaneer Arena
- Renaming/demolition: venue has changed names several times (Des Moines Ice Arena, Metro Ice Sports Arena, 95-KGGO Arena) and is not demolished; USHL use shifted to RecPlex in 2024 for 2024-25
- Recent status: 2024 relocation of USHL games to RecPlex for the 2024-25 season due to ice-prep issues; ongoing use by other tenants and events