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Father David Bauer Olympic Arena Tickets

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About Father David Bauer Olympic Arena

Welcome to Father David Bauer Olympic Arena, a trusted Calgary venue with a storied history in ice hockey and figure skating. Capacity sits at 1,750 seated for hockey, with standing room extending beyond 2,000. The arena features an Olympic-size ice surface (200' x 100') and sits adjacent to the Norma Bush Arena. Whether you’re catching a Dinos game, a national or international event, or a community showcase, we’ve got you covered with straightforward, no-fuss ticket options and dependable venue details.

Located at 2424 University Dr NW in Calgary, this venue is a cornerstone of western Canadian hockey and a notable stop for events dating back to the 1988 Winter Olympics. Below you’ll find practical seating information, parking guidance, transit options, and nearby hotel and dining recommendations to help plan your visit.

Accessibility and convenience are part of the experience. Free parking is available for most Dinos home games, with paid parking at the northeast entrance and at the adjacent Norma Bush Arena. The venue is accessible via Calgary Transit, with the University (NW line) and Banff Trail LRT stations nearby. Bus connections including routes 9, 19, 20, and 90 provide easy access from various parts of the city. For visitors traveling from out of town, we also highlight nearby hotels such as Aloft Calgary University (a short walk away) and downtown options like Fairmont Palliser and Calgary Marriott Downtown for comfortable stays close to the action.

Events at Father David Bauer Olympic Arena have included the 1988 Winter Olympics ice hockey and compulsory figure skating, the 2008 IIHF World Women’s U18 Championship, and the annual Mac’s AAA Midget hockey tournament. When you buy with us, you’re getting a straightforward path to secure your seats for all the action, with reliable information and friendly support.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Capacity: 1,750 seated for hockey (standing room >2,000).
  • Address: 2424 University Dr NW, Calgary, AB T2N 3Y9, Canada.
  • Venue type and rink: Ice hockey arena with an Olympic-size ice surface (200' x 100'); attached Norma Bush Arena nearby.
  • Seating chart: No public, event-specific seating chart is published; official capacity is 1,750.
  • Parking: Free parking is available for most Dinos home games; paid parking available at the northeast entrance and at the nearby Norma Bush Arena.
  • Transit: Accessible by Calgary Transit; closest LRT stations include University (NW line) and Banff Trail with bus connections (e.g., routes 9, 19, 20, 90).
  • Nearby hotels: Aloft Calgary University (2359 Banff Trail NW) within walking distance; Fairmont Palliser (133 9th Ave SW) in downtown Calgary; Calgary Marriott Downtown (110 9 Ave SE) nearby.
  • Notable events hosted: 1988 Winter Olympics ice hockey games and compulsory figure skating; 2008 IIHF World Women's U18 Championship; annual Mac's AAA Midget hockey tournament.
  • Renaming/demolition: Formerly Foothills Arena; renamed Father David Bauer Arena in the mid-1980s (renaming linked to Olympic renos). No demolition activity reported.