Utah Mammoth Ice Center Opens with Free Public Practice

New facility in Sandy offers skating, hockey programs, and fan access to team practices

Published on Feb. 10, 2026

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The Utah Mammoth officially opened the Utah Mammoth Ice Center in Sandy, Utah, with a series of public activities from February 20 to 22, 2024. The highlight included the team's first open practice on February 21, allowing fans and community members to experience NHL-standard ice facilities firsthand and engage with the sport of hockey. The center aims to foster local interest in hockey by providing diverse skating and hockey programs available to all ages beginning February 23.

Why it matters

The new Utah Mammoth Ice Center represents an investment in growing the sport of hockey in the region, providing accessible facilities and programming for the community to learn, play, and connect with the local NHL team. By blending sporting excellence with community focus, the center positions itself as a catalyst for increased hockey participation and fan engagement.

The details

The ice center offers a variety of activities designed to serve the entire community, emphasizing player development and recreational enjoyment. These include foundational skating and hockey training, public skate sessions, youth hockey pathways, and adult league opportunities. The facility also features on-site skate rentals, skate-assist devices, and food and beverage concessions. Beyond on-ice activities, the center offers rental options for various community uses such as birthday parties, team meetings, and private gatherings.

  • The Utah Mammoth officially opened the Utah Mammoth Ice Center in Sandy, Utah, with a series of public activities from February 20 to 22, 2024.
  • The team's first open practice was held on February 21, 2024.
  • The center's diverse skating and hockey programs will be available to the public starting February 23, 2024.
  • The Learn to Skate program will run for seven weeks, starting on March 16, 2024.
  • The 16-week recreational adult league will begin in the spring of 2024.

The players

Utah Mammoth

The local NHL team that the Utah Mammoth Ice Center is associated with.

Smith Entertainment Group

The company that oversees the operations and commercial strategy of the Utah Mammoth Ice Center.

Chris Barney

The president of revenue and commercial strategy at Smith Entertainment Group, who emphasized the center's dual purpose of serving the community and the team.

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What they’re saying

“This facility was built to be a resource for the community as much as it is for our team.”

— Chris Barney, President of revenue and commercial strategy, Smith Entertainment Group

“In addition to bringing two new NHL-standard regulation ice rinks into Utah's hockey landscape, this is a place where fans can engage with the team and the community can learn the game of hockey, grow their skills, and form connections that extend beyond the rink. This is an investment in the future of hockey in Utah, and we're extremely excited to give the next generation a place to fall in love with the game.”

— Chris Barney, President of revenue and commercial strategy, Smith Entertainment Group

What’s next

The Utah Mammoth Ice Center will continue to offer a variety of public skating sessions, youth hockey programs, and adult recreational leagues throughout the year, with the goal of growing the sport of hockey in the local community.

The takeaway

The Utah Mammoth Ice Center's strategic introduction of broad programming alongside community-accessible facilities underscores a determined effort to grow hockey's presence in the region, positioning the center as a catalyst for increased participation and fan engagement that will influence Utah hockey culture for years to come.