Big Dipper Ice Arena

  • 3 upcoming events
  • 1920 Lathrop Street, Fairbanks, Alaska 99701
  • 1,857 capacity
  • Opened 1968
  • Home of Fairbanks Ice Dogs

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3 upcoming events

Minnesota Wilderness at Fairbanks Ice DogsJan 21, 2027from $42.00Minnesota Wilderness at Fairbanks Ice DogsJan 22, 2027from $42.00Minnesota Wilderness at Fairbanks Ice DogsJan 23, 2027from $42.00

Getting there

Around Big Dipper Ice Arena:

  • No train, subway or light-rail station within 1 mile — most people drive, take a rideshare or a bus.
  • 63 public parking lots and garages within 0.6 miles

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Straight-line distances from the venue. Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors.

Good to know

What's on at Big Dipper Ice Arena this week?
Nothing in the next 7 days. The next event is Minnesota Wilderness at Fairbanks Ice Dogs (Thu, Jan 21).
How many people does Big Dipper Ice Arena hold?
About 1,857 people at full capacity (Wikidata). The real number depends on the event layout.
Who plays at Big Dipper Ice Arena?
Big Dipper Ice Arena is home to Fairbanks Ice Dogs.
Is Big Dipper Ice Arena indoors?
Yes. Big Dipper Ice Arena is an indoor venue, so the weather only matters for getting there and back.
How do I get to Big Dipper Ice Arena by public transit?
There is no train, subway or light-rail station within 1 mile of Big Dipper Ice Arena and no bus stop close by, so most people drive or take a rideshare.
Is there parking near Big Dipper Ice Arena?
Yes. OpenStreetMap shows 63 public parking lots and garages within 0.6 miles. Event-day prices are usually higher, and many lots can be booked ahead.