You got a guy™ for venue tickets

HAM Recreation Complex Tickets

Now selling

Upcoming Events at HAM Recreation Complex

Loading current ticket availability

The HAM Recreation Complex is a versatile, indoor multipurpose campus recreation facility located at 5 Edgewood Rd, Durham, NH 03824. With a history dating back to the Snively Arena era (1965–1995) and a major expansion in 2016, this 158,000-square-foot complex houses three wood-floor courts, two racquetball courts, an international squash court, a bouldering wall, an indoor track, and multiple studios. There are no fixed seating arrangements; spectator setup depends on the event configuration, making it ideal for intramural tournaments, Campus Recreation programs, and UNH Events & Conferences demonstrations. We’ve got you covered with practical details on parking, transit, and nearby lodging and dining to help you secure your plans with ease.

Parking is convenient with the Edgewood Road Visitor Lot directly adjacent to HAM Recreation Complex. Metered parking in the Edgewood Lot is the best available price per hour from 7am–9pm. Other campus lots may require permits or pay-by-phone, so plan ahead. Public transit and campus shuttles from UNH guide travelers to the Durham campus area. If you’re visiting for an intramural tournament or a Campus Recreation program, we’ll help you navigate the space and schedule. For convenience, consider staying near UNH with highlighted partner hotel and dining options below.

Facility overview

  • Location: 5 Edgewood Rd, Durham, NH 03824
  • Size & layout: 158,000 sq ft facility with 18,000 sq ft of fitness space
  • Spaces: three wood-floor courts, two racquetball courts, international squash court, bouldering wall, indoor track, multiple studios
  • Seating: no fixed seating; capacity and spectator setup vary by configuration
  • Events: intramural tournaments, Campus Recreation programs, and UNH Events & Conferences showings
  • History: originally Snively Arena (1965–1995); renamed Hamel Recreation Center in honor of Dana Hamel; expanded in 2016

Parking & transportation

  • Edgewood Road Visitor Lot is adjacent to the HAM Recreation Complex
  • Metered parking in Edgewood Lot: the best available price per hour, 7am–9pm
  • Other campus lots may require permits or pay-by-phone via campus options
  • Public transit: UNH campus transit and other public transit options are available; check Traveling to Campus and Public Transit guidance for details

Nearby hotels & dining

  • Holiday Inn Express Durham – UNH (on campus) — convenient for visitors attending events at HAM Recreation Complex
  • The Garrison Hotel & Suites Dover-Portsmouth (nearby in Dover, NH) — a comfortable option within a reasonable drive
  • Nearby dining: look for campus-area eateries and nearby restaurants, with affiliate partner recommendations for convenient meals

Affiliates & official resources

For event-specific details, schedules, and facilities usage, refer to UNH Events & Conferences and Campus Recreation pages. Follow official channels for the latest updates and bookings.

Good to know

Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Address: 5 Edgewood Rd, Durham, NH 03824.
  • Venue type: indoor multipurpose campus recreation facility (not a typical music venue).
  • History: originally Snively Arena (1965–1995); renamed Hamel Recreation Center after benefactor Dana Hamel; expanded in 2016.
  • Facility scope: 158,000 sq ft with 18,000 sq ft of fitness space; features include three wood-floor courts, two racquetball courts, an international squash court, a bouldering wall, indoor track, and multiple studios.
  • Seating/chart: no fixed seating; event capacity and spectator setup depend on configuration (courts and multiuse spaces).
  • Parking: Edgewood Road Visitor Lot adjacent to Hamel Rec; metered parking (Edgewood Lot) $1.85/hour 7am–9pm; other campus lots require appropriate permits or pay-by-phone. Source: UNH Transportation pages.
  • Transit: UNH campus transit/public transit options available; see Traveling to Campus and Public Transit guidance for details.
  • Nearby hotels: Holiday Inn Express Durham – UNH (on campus); The Garrison Hotel & Suites Dover-Portsmouth (nearby in Dover, NH).
  • Notable events hosted: former UNH hockey games at Snively Arena (1965–1995); current use includes intramural tournaments, Campus Recreation programs, and events operated through UNH Events & Conferences (e.g., Demonstration Kitchen events).