Ice Hockey Match Tickets at Lappi Arena Rovaniemi
- DurationAbout 3 hours (one match with pre-match show)
- Open onScheduled match days at Lappi Arena during the ice hockey season; the booking calendar shows available dates
- Meeting pointCollect your ticket before the match at the team hockey office, Rovakatu 11, Rovaniemi, or at the ticket booth at the main entrance of Lappi Arena
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Overview
Watching ice hockey is one of the most authentic things to do in Rovaniemi in the evening. Finland lives for this sport, and at Lappi Arena, about 2 km from the city centre, the local Rovaniemi team plays league matches in Mestis, the second-highest Finnish league, with a pre-match show and a lively crowd of local fans. Our default ticket gives you a seat in the premium stands A and B, the best seats in the arena; basic stands, a business lounge ticket with a pre-match buffet for adults, and a private VIP box for groups are also available. You collect your ticket at the team office in town or at the arena ticket booth, then enjoy about three hours of fast, family-friendly action.
Highlights
- League ice hockey match at Lappi Arena, Rovaniemi
- Premium seats in stands A and B with the default ticket
- Pre-match show and real local fan atmosphere
- Family services in the arena, including a play area
- Arena just 2 km from Rovaniemi city centre
- Business lounge ticket with pre-match buffet (18+)
- Private VIP box with Lappish small dishes for groups
- Indoor evening activity, whatever the weather
Full Description
Lappi Arena in Rovaniemi
Lappi Arena is Rovaniemi's large indoor sports and events hall, about 2 km from the city centre. In winter it is the stage for the local ice hockey team, and on match nights the building fills with fans in team colours, food kiosks and families arriving straight from work and school.
Getting there is easy: it is a short taxi ride, a local bus or a pleasant walk of around half an hour from the centre on cleared winter paths. Allow time to collect your ticket before the match and to find your seat for the opening show, which starts the evening. Once inside, you can take off your heavy winter layers and settle in for the evening.
Ice hockey, the sport of Finland
Ice hockey is the most popular and most followed sport in Finland, and the national team's successes are celebrated across the country. The Rovaniemi team plays in Mestis, the second-highest league level, where matches are fast, physical and full of passion.
A match consists of three periods of 20 minutes of playing time with breaks in between, so the whole evening lasts about three hours. Even if you have never watched hockey before, the speed of the puck, the skating and the crowd reactions make it easy to follow and exciting from the first face-off. Watching from the stands, you also feel how much the local team means to the people of Rovaniemi.
Seats, lounge and VIP box
With the default premium ticket you sit in stands A and B, the best seats in the arena. In the basic stands you may sit in any free seat of your category; some seats are marked with stickers for season ticket holders and must be left empty.
For a more special evening, the business lounge ticket gives adults aged 18 and over access to the first-floor lounge with a pre-match buffet meal and dedicated seating in the stands. Groups can book a private VIP box with a platter of local Lappish small dishes and spring water, with one price for the whole box. All categories share the same match atmosphere; the choice depends on comfort and the size of your group.
The match-night experience
Match nights are designed for the whole family, from the pre-match show to the final buzzer. The arena has food and drink kiosks and a children's play area, and the local fans are friendly and happy to explain the rules to visitors.
It is one of the best Rovaniemi indoor activities when it is very cold outside or after a day of safaris. Food and drinks may not be brought in, and strollers, pets and glass objects are not allowed, so travel light and buy snacks at the arena kiosks. For many visitors it becomes one of the most memorable evenings of a winter trip to Lapland, a chance to share local life rather than just watch it.
Itinerary
- Collect your ticketPick up your ticket at the team hockey office, Rovakatu 11, or at the arena main entrance ticket booth before the match.
- Arrive at Lappi ArenaReach the arena about 2 km from the centre and find your seat in your ticket category.
- Pre-match showEnjoy the opening show and the build-up of the crowd before the 18:30 face-off.
- Three periods of ice hockeyWatch three 20-minute periods of league ice hockey with intervals for snacks and the play area.
- Final buzzerCelebrate with the local fans and head back to the city centre, about three hours after arrival.
What's included
- Entry to the league ice hockey match
- Seated place in the basic stands
- Pre-match show and match-day atmosphere
Not included
- Food and drinks from the arena kiosks
- Transport to the arena
Is this right for you?
Great for
- Groups who want privacy — a private option is available
- Travellers who want a proven choice — rated 4.9/5 by past travellers
Not suitable for
- Baby strollers (not allowed inside)
- Pets
Meeting point
Collect your ticket before the match at the team hockey office at Rovakatu 11 in Rovaniemi, or at the ticket booth by the main entrance of Lappi Arena, about 2 km from the city centre. The booking voucher alone is not accepted at the gate, so allow time to exchange it.
Important information
- Exchange your voucher for a ticket at the team office or the arena ticket booth before entry
- In the basic stands, sit in any free seat of your category; seats with stickers belong to season ticket holders
- Outside food and drinks, glass objects, pets and baby strollers are not allowed
- Smoking and vaping indoors are not allowed
- The business lounge ticket is for adults aged 18 and over only
- Match dates follow the league season; available dates appear in the booking calendar
- Dress warmly for the walk to and from the arena
Good to know
Frequently Asked Questions
Straight answers to what travellers ask us most, before they book.
Is this a shared or a private experience?
The stand and lounge tickets are seats in a public match. The private VIP box option gives your group its own box.
How long does an ice hockey match take?
About three hours including the pre-match show, three 20-minute periods and the intervals.
Is hotel pickup included?
No. The arena is about 2 km from Rovaniemi city centre and easy to reach by taxi, bus or on foot.
What is included?
Entry to the match with a seat in your chosen category. The business lounge adds a pre-match buffet, and the VIP box adds a private box with a Lappish small-dish platter and spring water.
Where do I get my ticket?
Collect it at the team hockey office, Rovakatu 11, Rovaniemi, or at the main entrance ticket booth of Lappi Arena before the match.
Is the price per person or per group?
Stand and lounge tickets are per person, with a child price for ages 7 to 15 in the stands. The VIP box has one price for the whole group. The booking panel on this page shows the current prices.
Is it suitable for children?
Yes, matches are family events with a play area in the arena. Children aged 7 to 15 have their own ticket in the stands, and the business lounge is for adults only.
Is the arena accessible?
Lappi Arena is a modern indoor venue; tell us about any mobility needs when booking and we will check the best seating with the venue.
When is the ice hockey season in Rovaniemi?
The league season runs through the autumn and winter months, with matches on scheduled evenings; the booking calendar shows the available dates.
What should I bring?
Your voucher, warm clothes for the trip to the arena and a card for the kiosks. Outside food and drinks are not allowed.
Is it worth watching ice hockey in Rovaniemi?
Yes. It is an authentic local evening out in a country where hockey is the national passion, and it is an indoor activity whatever the weather.
How do I book and confirm?
Choose the match date and ticket category in the booking panel. Our team confirms your booking on WhatsApp within minutes and explains where to collect your ticket.
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