Lecom Event Center

LECOM Event Center is a multi-purpose arena in downtown Elmira, New York, available to organisers planning sporting events, expos, fundraisers and private gatherings. Formerly known as First Arena, the venue brings together an arena floor, a regulation ice rink, an indoor turf field and a range of event spaces under one roof. Its scale and flexible facilities make it suitable for both community occasions and larger productions.

Organisers can enquire about hosting expos, fairs, banquets, tournaments and other private events. The ice can be booked for practices, league play, clinics, showcases and one-off sessions, with locker room access available for groups. Private skating and roller hockey options provide alternatives for teams, families and corporate groups. The indoor turf field is offered for sports, camps, clinics, parties and group activities throughout the year.

For smaller celebrations, the centre offers birthday packages that combine a reserved gathering area with skating, or provide private use of the turf field. Ice-party options include skate hire, while the turf package includes sports equipment, refreshments and party extras. The arena also has luxury suites for private hospitality and food service and bars within the building. These amenities can support guest comfort during events, though arrangements depend on the specific booking.

The venue regularly hosts concerts, family shows, hockey and community events, and organisers can contact the team to discuss availability and requirements for their own plans. With ice, turf and arena-floor settings to choose from, LECOM Event Center can accommodate a broad range of event formats in a central Elmira location.