Pete Palangio Arena serves as North Bay’s dual-pad recreational ice facility, offering versatile spaces for tournaments, training camps, and multi-day events. This community-focused venue successfully hosts a diverse range of ice sports including minor hockey, adult leagues, figure skating, ringette, and public skating sessions, accommodating participants of all ages and skill levels.
The facility features twin regulation-sized rinks (180′ x 85′ each) that enable efficient tournament scheduling and simultaneous games with minimal downtime, supported by twelve team change rooms providing ample space for tournaments and multi-team events. Comfortable viewing areas accommodate approximately 150 spectators per side with warm seating for families and fans, while an on-site boardroom with capacity for 60 people serves as an ideal space for coaches’ meetings, tournament briefings, or registration. Convenient amenities including concessions, and professional ice maintenance ensure a quality experience for all participants. Two hundred parking spaces accommodate teams, families, and tournament staff with easy access, and summer ice availability extends programming opportunities beyond traditional seasons.
Located in North Bay’s east end, the facility offers convenient highway access via Seymour Street and Wallace Road, making it easily accessible for visiting teams. Just ten minutes away, the Waterfront District features the Heritage Train & Carousel, Chief Commanda II dinner cruises, sandy beaches, marina, and Kate Pace Way walking trail. Cultural attractions including Canadian Forces Museum of Aerospace Defence, and Dionne Quints Museum showcase regional history, while outdoor adventures at Duchesnay Falls trails, Laurier Woods Conservation Area, Education Trails, Laurentian Ski Hill, and Canadore Sportsplex which offer year-round recreation. Downtown North Bay’s diverse restaurants, shops, and services are within minutes of the facility. With experienced staff and proven programming infrastructure, Pete Palangio Arena provides reliable operations for events of all sizes.
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