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About Charles V. Keating Centre

Welcome to the Charles V. Keating Centre, a multi-purpose on-campus arena and conference centre at St. Francis Xavier University in Antigonish, Nova Scotia. With a main arena that seats 1,582 and can accommodate up to 200 standing, plus an auxiliary arena for practice and skating, the Keating Centre hosts AUS hockey, national-level events, community activities, and university functions. The on-site box office and event services make ticketing straightforward, and nearby parking and transit options help you plan a smooth visit. Whether you’re catching a competitive game or a campus event, we’ve got you covered with practical details to secure your seats with ease.

Getting to the Keating Centre is easy for locals and visitors alike. On-campus parking includes designated spots near the venue, with daytime campus parking permits available at the Box Office. Transit services from Antigonish Community Transit and Maritime Bus provide regional options, and St. Francis Xavier University emphasizes walkability around campus. Nearby lodging includes the on-campus StFX Summer Hotel, along with Antigonish Evergreen Inn, Coastal Inn Antigonish, and Maritime Inn Antigonish—great choices for a convenient stay. For performers and fans alike, the Keating Centre continues to host AUS Hockey Championships and national hockey events, including history with CIS/CAA-level play. If you’re planning an visit or event, secure your seats through our easy process and rely on local knowledge to make the most of your trip.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Location: 4130 University Ave, Antigonish, NS B2G 2W5, Canada.
  • Main Arena capacity: 1,582 seated + up to 200 standing; Auxiliary Arena for practice and skating.
  • Venue type: On-campus multi-purpose arena and conference centre with on-site box office and event services.
  • Seating chart: Publicly published seating diagrams are not easily accessible; box office contact is Emma White (Box Office Coordinator) for arrangements.
  • Parking: On-campus parking with designated spots near Keating Centre; daytime permits required on campus; permits can be purchased at the Keating Centre Box Office.
  • Transit: Antigonish Community Transit and Maritime Bus provide regional transit options; StFX also notes campus walkability.
  • Nearby hotels: On-campus StFX Summer Hotel; additional local options include Antigonish Evergreen Inn, Coastal Inn (Antigonish), and Maritime Inn Antigonish.
  • Notable events hosted: AUS Hockey Championships; CIS/CAA-level national hockey events (notably the 2006 CIS Women’s Ice Hockey Championships).
  • Renaming/demolition: The facility is sometimes referred to as the Charles V. Keating Millennium Centre; it remains active under the Keating Centre name.