Hockey Gameday

Clear Bag Policy

As a part of an ongoing commitment to safety and security, aligning with the best practices at major entertainment and athletics venues, the University of Notre Dame instituted a Clear Bag Policy for all events in the Compton Family Ice Arena.

Full Guidelines

General Information

Accessibility

ADA Seating (including fans using wheelchairs)

Any guests requiring special assistance are urged to make ticketing arrangements with the Murnane Family Ticket Office in advance of home hockey games.

On Game Day, accessibility seat exchange options will be available at the Compton Family Ice Arena Ticket Office. Ticket booths will open one hour prior to gates though guests are still encouraged to make arrangements in advance to help maximize your time on campus.

For further information, please contact the Murnane Family Ticket Office at 574-631-7356 or email at tickets@nd.edu.

Wheelchairs

The University is unable to provide guests with wheelchairs, scooters, or walkers, or store those items belonging to guests during events.

Open Captioning

Open captioning will be provided on the video board.

Cashless Venue

All vendors and concession stands inside Compton Family Ice Arena will no longer accept cash. Payment in the form of credit or debit card will be accepted. Additionally, all concession stands now accept Apple Pay, Google Pay, and Tap To Pay.

Elevator

An elevator is available for guests needing assistance and is located at the northeast corner of Compton. Access is available to the main level and upper concourse.

Emergency Evacuation

In the event of an emergency evacuation, a public address announcement will be made. Uniformed officers and stadium personnel will assist guests in exiting the stadium in an orderly manner.

Gates and Doors Open

Compton Family Ice Arena public entrances open 60 minutes prior for general ticket holders and 90 minutes prior to puck drop for O’Brien’s patrons.

Metal Detectors

Compton Family Ice Arena utilizes metal detectors at all entrances. 

After having bags checked, guests will pass through the metal detectors and then have tickets scanned for entry to the venue. Entrants will not be required to remove belts, cell phones, coins, jackets, jewelry, watches, wallets, shoes or other small objects.

Fans are encouraged to arrive early at the venue to ensure a sufficient amount of time for screening.

Parking

Please allow adequate time when arriving on campus to park prior to the event. Fans are encouraged to park in either the Compton Lot or Innovation Park. See the parking map below.

Things to know: 

  • Tailgating is prohibited
  • Parking is free
  • Inbound traffic patterns will start 1.5 hours prior to the event 
  • Outbound traffic patterns be in place for 1 hour post event or until all traffic is cleared
  • Parking attendants will be available to assist guests 2 hours before all home hockey games. 
  • Please note: On days the University is hosting a hockey game simultaneously as a basketball game, shuttle services will be provided.

Parking Map

Permitted Items

When planning your visit, please note the following are permitted inside the Compton Family Ice Arena:

  • Binoculars
  • Blankets
  • Cameras with lenses shorter than six (6) inches (without cases, must adhere to Clear Bag Policy)
  • CDC approved masks
  • Cell phones
  • Clear plastic, vinyl, or PVC bags that do not exceed 12” x 6” x 12” with logo on one side only to not exceed 4.5” x 3.4”
  • Clutch bag, with or without handle/strap, or wallet not to exceed 4.5” x 6.5”
  • Empty (non-glass) personal water bottles (i.e. Yeti)
  • Hand-held radios
  • Hand sanitizer (not to exceed 4 oz.)
  • Medical bags or equipment (subject to additional screening)
  • One-gallon clear plastic bags (such as Ziploc or Hefty)
  • Pumps for nursing mothers (subject to additional screening)
  • Cameras, cell phones, hand-held radios, and small umbrellas are allowed as long as they do not compromise the view or experience of others. Permitted items above, including diapers, wipes, and other supplies for babies and small children, should be placed in an approved clear bag.

Cameras, cell phones, hand-held radios, and small umbrellas are allowed as long as they do not compromise the view or experience of others. Permitted items above, including diapers, wipes, and other supplies for babies and small children, should be placed in an approved clear bag.

Prohibited Items

When planning your visit, please note the following are NOT permitted inside the Compton Family Ice Arena:

WEAPONS OF ANY KIND ARE PROHIBITED ON CAMPUS

  • Aerosol cans or bottles
  • Alcohol or alcohol containers
  • Animals (Service Dogs are permitted)
  • Artificial noisemakers (including whistles)
  • Bags and containers that do not meet the Clear Bag Policy
  • Cameras with lenses longer than six (6) inches
  • Drones or Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS)
  • Fireworks or explosives
  • Food or beverage
  • Glass bottles
  • GoPro or selfie sticks
  • Halloween-style masks
  • Laser or pen pointers
  • Projectors/projection devices
  • Signs, banners, and balloons
  • Strollers
  • The throwing of any object at any time
  • Use of tobacco products and e-cigarettes
  • Use or possession of marijuana, and other illegal drugs
  • Weapons/Firearms
  • Any other items deemed dangerous or inappropriate
Service Animals
  • Animals are not permitted in the Compton Family Ice Arena, except for service animals or service animals in training that accompany individuals with disabilities. The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) defines ‘service animals’ as ‘dogs that are individually trained to do work or perform tasks for people with disabilities.’ Dogs whose sole function is to provide comfort or emotional support do not qualify as service animals under the ADA and, therefore, are not permitted.
  • See an usher if a Service Animal needs to visit a relief area (for exit and re-entry purposes).
Wheelchair (Companion/Storage/Rental)
  • Rental/Storage: The University is unable to provide guests with wheelchairs, scooters, or walkers, or store those items belonging to guests during events.
  • Tickets: Reserved seating areas for patrons utilizing a wheelchair or scooter or for those with mobility limitations are located throughout the stadium. Seating is available to patrons and one companion. Please contact the ticket office for seating availability in these areas.

 

Wi-Fi/Internet

Free Wi-Fi is available at Compton Family Ice Arena on the ND-guest network.

Arena Maps

Level 1

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Level 2

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Lower Level

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Concessions

  • Concession stands throughout the Compton Family Ice Arena will feature a variety of menu items for purchase.  
  • General concessions will open one hour prior to the start of the game and remain open until the middle of the third period.

Concession Maps

Level 1

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Level 2

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Rockne Brat

After last year’s success, Notre Dame Athletics continues to offer the “Rockne Brat”. Included at concession stands across Compton, this delicious specialty brat will be smothered in jalapeño mustard and caramelized onions. Part of the proceeds from each brat sold will support our student-athletes through the Rockne Athletics Fund.

The Rockne Athletics Fund provides Notre Dame student-athletes with the necessary resources to be champions in the classroom, community, and their respective sport. To become a member of this program and receive exclusive membership opportunities, click the button below!

Rockne Athletics Fund
Section 2 – Ben’s Pretzels
  • Ben’s pretzel w/ dipping sauce
  • Dipping sauce
  • Cheese, sweet mustard, icing
  • 20oz Dasani
  • 24oz fountain soda
  • 32oz souvenir soda
Section 5 - Walking Tacos
  • Dorito walking taco
  • Frito walking taco
  • Cotton candy
  • Boxed candy
  • 20oz Dasani
  • 20oz bottled soda
  • 20oz SmartWater
Section 6 – Grab 'n Go
  • Hot dog
  • Bratwurst
  • Rockne brat
  • Connie’s cheese pizza
  • Connie’s sausage pizza
  • Shamrock pretzel
  • Cheese cup
  • Nachos ‘n cheese
  • Popcorn bucket
  • Popcorn box
  • Cotton candy
  • M&M’s
  • M&M’s Peanut
  • Sour Patch Kids
  • Nerd Clusters
  • 20oz Dasani
  • 24oz fountain soda
  • 32oz fountain soda
  • 12oz hot cocoa/coffee
  • 16oz souvenir hot cocoa/coffee
  • 20oz Yeti tumbler
Section 13 – Junbuggies Tacos
  • Mama grande quesadilla
  • Loaded steak nachos
  • Milas churros delight
  • American taco
  • Leyva street tacos
  • Churros
  • Cotton candy
  • M&M’s
  • M&M’s Peanut
  • Sour Patch Kids
  • Nerd Clusters
  • 20oz Dasani
  • 24oz fountain soda
  • 32oz souvenir soda
  • 12oz hot cocoa/coffee
  • 16oz souvenir hot cocoa/coffee
Section 14 - Chick-Fil-A
  • Chick-Fil-A chicken sandwich
  • Waffle cut potato chips
  • Chocolate fudge brownie
  • 20oz Dasani
  • 20oz bottled soda
  • 20oz SmartWater
Section 16 – Ice Cream
  • 6oz mini melts
  • 8oz mini melts
  • Ben’s cocoa
Section 17 – Hot Dogs & More
  • Hot dog
  • Bratwurst
  • Cheeseburger
  • Fries
  • Shamrock pretzel
  • Cheese cup
  • Nachos ‘n cheese
  • Popcorn bucket
  • Popcorn box
  • Cotton candy
  • M&M’s
  • M&M’s Peanut
  • Sour Patch Kids
  • Nerd Clusters
  • 20oz Dasani
  • 24oz fountain soda
  • 32oz souvenir soda
  • 12oz hot cocoa/coffee
  • 16oz souvenir hot cocoa/coffee
  • 20oz Yeti tumbler

Mezzanine

Section 106 - Hot Dogs & More
  • Hot dog
  • Bratwurst
  • Shamrock pretzel
  • Cotton candy
  • Cheese cup
  • Nachos ‘n cheese
  • Popcorn box
  • Boxed candy
  • Chips
  • 20oz Dasani
  • 20oz bottled soda
Section 113 – The Loft Grille
  • The Slapshot Special*
  • Hot dog
  • Bratwurst
  • Shamrock pretzel
  • Popcorn box
  • Cheese cup
  • Cotton candy
  • Boxed candy
  • 20oz Dasani
  • 20oz bottled soda
  • 20oz SmartWater

 

* Slapshot Special is a rotating specialty item.

Section 117 - The Loft Tap
  • Domestic beer
    • Coors Light
    • Miller Lite
    • Michelob Ultra
    • Yuengling
    • Labatt Blue
  • Premium beer
    • Bells Two Hearted Ale
    • Stella Artois
    • Modelo Especial
  • Craft
    • Guinness
    • Harp (when available)
    • Smithwicks (when available)
  • Seltzer
    • High Noon
    • White Claw
  • Wine
    • Red & white – varies per game

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Contact Information

Murnane Family Ticket Office
113 Joyce Center
Notre Dame, IN 46556
Open M-F 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Closed on major holidays