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3.5
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G2655BWgaryk
Clearwater, FL663 contributions
Nice Arena
Sep 2019
The First Arena in Elmira New York is a great place to see a hockey game or a concert. Parking is very convenient and close to the arena.
Written April 3, 2020
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Stacey Williams
Ithaca, NY3 contributions
Fun for the whole family
Jan 2020
We came to watch the Elmira Enforcers. Great Times were had here. Took husband and the kids. We all had fun. Prices were reasonable
Written February 23, 2020
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ThisisBox
Elmira, NY172 contributions
Clean
Dec 2019 • Friends
We go to the hockey games mostly at the arena. It is well maintained. The bathrooms and stands are usually pretty clean. There are food choices and several beer venders around the arena, so the lines aren’t all that long.
Written December 30, 2019
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Jodie W
Elmira, NY116 contributions
Small town arena
Nov 2018 • Couples
Well, went to a hockey game that was great but for the first 15 minutes the fire alarm was going off. No one seemed concerned or made an effort to turn it off. Otherwise, the arena is nice, great views from everywhere. We were in a suite which is great, decent arena food & had alot of fun.
Written May 14, 2019
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MegsW19
Advance, NC39 contributions
Hockey
Apr 2019 • Couples
I work with one of the FHL teams and my husband and I recently traveled to First Arena. I was very impressed with this arena. It is probably on of the nicest in the FHL. They know how to put on a good show and keep the crowd involved. Their pregame show is also pretty good.
Written April 30, 2019
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JohnandJane
Elmira, NY968 contributions
Current fate is unknown
Nov 2016 • Solo
A good sized and under utilized venue within the "city" of Elmuira. in addition to hockey games has been used for concerts, wine tasting events, trade shows, etc.
Written August 10, 2017
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Patrick F
Hornell, NY54 contributions
Elmira PBR
May 2017 • Couples
First Arena, home to the Elmira Jackals (Ice Hockey). Was there for the Elmira PBR. Professional Bull Riders event. Not so much a rodeo as a rodeo has many events. Lots of contestants rode and many regional participants were part of the mix. It was good to see some local talent. Production was well done. Good announcer and entertainment. The whole event was like a minor league ballgame compared to professional but that's what we expected. Food was typical of an Arena: hotdogs, nachos, burgers, fries, etc.
The seats were not exceptional spacious but the suites looked inviting.
We'll definitely return to First Arena for more local events!
Written May 22, 2017
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Matt
Elmira, NY37 contributions
Former home of the Elmira Jackals
Apr 2017
Not really sure what to think of this arena anymore, as our hockey team has folded, and no one really knows what the future holds for it.
Written April 23, 2017
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aircotim
Corning, NY3 contributions
Ok
Jan 2017 • Family
OK facility. Could be great with the right people! Have been going for 8 years and have only ever had an OK experience!
Written February 17, 2017
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Jack F
Horseheads, NY33 contributions
Great Experience!
Jan 2016
The First Arena has great views from any seat you are sitting in! The Jackals are always great, and so is the food!
Written November 20, 2016
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