Sullivan Arena is a multipurpose indoor Arena situated in Anchorage, Alaska. It is also popularly known as “The Sully”. The arena has a seating capacity of 6,290 and 6,490 with standing room for ice hockey. It can accommodate About 8000 visitors for the basketball games and 8700 during the concerts. More than 8900 visitors can be accommodated at the Sullivan Arena during combat sports such as boxing, wrestling, and MMA. Sullivan Arena seating chart helps in finding seats.
Construction of the indoor Arena in Anchorage began in 1981 and was completed in 1983. The indoor arena is officially named George M. Sullivan Arena, but it is commonly known as Sullivan Arena. It was renovated in 2015 to provide the latest facilities. It is the most popular and largest indoor Arena in Alaska. First Horizon Coliseum is the largest Arena in the United States, with a capacity of over 22000 and can accommodate approximately 35000 visitors after the expansions. It is the home of the Anchorage Wolverines Ice Hockey team. It has had previous tenants in basketball, indoor football and athletics. Currently, it is used mainly to host Ice Hockey, combat sports, concerts, conferences, and other similar indoor events.
The Municipality of Anchorage owns Sullivan Arena, and All In 49 (Anchorage Wolverines) operates it.
Sullivan Arena Quick Facts
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Venue | Sullivan Arena |
| Address | 1600 Gambell Street, Anchorage, AK 99501 |
| Opened | 01/02/83 |
| Type | Indoor multi-purpose arena |
| Primary current use | Ice hockey, concerts, family events and other entertainment |
| Hockey capacity | 6,290 seated / 6,490 with standing room |
| Basketball capacity | 7987 |
| Concert capacity | Up to 8,751 |
| Boxing/wrestling capacity | 8935 |
| Ice surface | 200 × 100 ft |
| Main hockey tenant/events | Anchorage Wolverines; UAA Seawolves also have selected games |
| Parking | Approximately 1,600 spaces shared with the surrounding sports complex |
| Public transit | Anchorage People Mover bus service |
| Bag policy | No bags/backpacks/purses; small clutch or wallet permitted |
| Re-entry | Not permitted for ticketed events |
Sullivan Arena Seating Chart
The seating layout of the stadium shows the location of seats inside the arena. The major seating sections are situated on the 100 level, and their locations are shown on the seating chart with numbers. General admission area, premium seating sections, hockey rink, visiting team section, home team section, etc are also indicated on the map.
The map of the stadium helps in finding the seats inside the Sullivan Arena. The detailed map of the arena in Anchorage shows the location of all seating sections with row numbers. The seating layout is quite helpful during the Anchorage Wolverines Ice Hockey home games.
The coloured map shows the location of VIP seats, group seats, general seating sections, reserved sections, and premium sections. The location of Beer Garden section is in red. The best seats at Sullivan Arena are in sky blue and are located in premium seating. It is among the most expensive areas.
Accessible seats are limited inside the stadium and these are available with pre-booking. It is advised to pre-book accessible seats due to limited availability and high demand at “The Sully Arena”.
Sullivan Arena Concert Seat Map
During the concerts the performance stage is set up on the rink with on field arrangements to accommodate the additional guests. The location of performance stage and general seats with temporary expansions are shown on the concerts seating layout.
The seats behind the stage are generally not usable during the end-stage layout. In the center-stage layout at Sullivan Arena, it can accommodate approximately 8700 visitors, the maximum capacity for concerts. A ring is placed in the center of the rink for professional wrestling/boxing. The stadium’s capacity during combat sports exceeds 8900 visitors.
Sullivan Arena Best Seats
The colour coded map help seeing choosing the best sections at the Sullivan Arena. The sections near the midfield offer a good view, and these are sections A and B. The sections f and G on the upper level are also good and provide an elevated view. The sections on the lower level are on the higher side, while the upper-level sections are affordable.
| Seating Type | Best For | Pros | Cons |
|---|---|---|---|
| Best Overall Seats | Hockey fans wanting the best overall view | Sections 110-114 and 109-113 provide excellent center-ice/near-center views; good perspective of both ends | Usually more expensive than corner/end sections |
| Best Budget Seats | Value for money | Sections 205-217 upper bowl can provide a good elevated view; center-side upper sections such as 211-214 are preferable | Farther from the ice; some upper sections may be general admission depending on event |
| Premium & VIP Seating | Luxury & exclusive experience | Sections 101 and 103 are designated VIP in the current Wolverines configuration; premium hospitality is available for selected events | Limited availability and substantially higher prices |
| Seats to Avoid | — | Corner/end sections can still be acceptable for fans prioritizing price | Sections 101-104 and 119-125 at extreme ends/corners give a less balanced view; highest upper-corner areas are less desirable |
The sections in front of the performance stage offer a good view and atmosphere. It is advisable not to choose seats in the last rows and in extreme corners.
Sullivan Arena Parking Map
On-site parking is available for approximately 1600 vehicles, and it is shared between Ben Boeke Ice Arena and other outdoor Sports venues.
The parking map shows the on-site parking location. The map also shows other parking lots near the stadium. Accessible parking is available for visitors. It is advisable to pre-book parking, if available, before the Anchorage Wolverines games and other big events. Visitors can click this link to learn more about parking, directions and other information.
The Anchorage People Mover bus network is a good option in the city, and bus stops are within walking distance of Sullivan Arena.
Sullivan Arena Bag Policy
| Item | Policy |
|---|---|
| Backpacks | ❌ Not allowed |
| Purses | ❌ Not allowed |
| Totes | ❌ Not allowed |
| Camera bags | ❌ Not allowed |
| Small clutch/wallet | ✅ Allowed if under 4.5 × 6.5 inches |
| Medical bags | ✅ Allowed up to 12 × 12 × 6 inches, subject to security screening |
| Parental bags | ✅ Allowed up to 12 × 12 × 6 inches, subject to screening |
| Coolers | ❌ Not allowed |
| Briefcases | ❌ Not allowed |
| Laptops/tablets | ❌ Not allowed under the standard venue policy |
| Outside food/drinks | ❌ Not allowed |
| Re-entry | ❌ Not permitted |
Sullivan Arena Events 2026
| Day & Date | Event | Category |
|---|---|---|
| Friday, October 2, 2026 | UAA Seawolves vs. Denver Pioneers | NCAA College Hockey |
| Saturday, October 3, 2026 | UAA Seawolves vs. Denver Pioneers | NCAA College Hockey |
| Friday, October 9, 2026 | Anchorage Wolverines vs. Minnesota Wilderness | NAHL Hockey |
| Saturday, October 10, 2026 | Anchorage Wolverines vs. Minnesota Wilderness | NAHL Hockey |
| Sunday, October 11, 2026 | Anchorage Wolverines vs. Minnesota Wilderness | NAHL Hockey |
| Saturday, October 17, 2026 | Anchorage Wolverines vs. Wisconsin Windigo | NAHL Hockey |
| Saturday, October 24, 2026 | Anchorage Wolverines vs. Kenai River Brown Bears | NAHL Hockey |
| Friday, October 30, 2026 | Anchorage Wolverines vs. Kenai River Brown Bears | NAHL Hockey |
| Friday, November 6, 2026 | Anchorage Wolverines vs. Minnesota Mallards | NAHL Hockey |
| Saturday, November 7, 2026 | Anchorage Wolverines vs. Minnesota Mallards | NAHL Hockey |
| Thursday, November 19, 2026 | Anchorage Wolverines vs. Springfield Jr. Blues | NAHL Hockey |
| Friday, November 20, 2026 | Anchorage Wolverines vs. Springfield Jr. Blues | NAHL Hockey |
| Saturday, November 21, 2026 | Anchorage Wolverines vs. Springfield Jr. Blues | NAHL Hockey |
| Wednesday, November 25, 2026 | Anchorage Wolverines vs. Kenai River Brown Bears | NAHL Hockey |
| Thursday, December 31, 2026 | UAA Seawolves vs. Colorado College Tigers | NCAA College Hockey |
Sullivan Arena Events 2027
| Day & Date | Event | Category |
|---|---|---|
| Friday, January 1, 2027 | UAA Seawolves vs. Colorado College Tigers | NCAA College Hockey |
| Saturday, January 9, 2027 | Anchorage Wolverines vs. Kenai River Brown Bears | NAHL Hockey |
| Friday, January 15, 2027 | Anchorage Wolverines vs. Fairbanks Ice Dogs | NAHL Hockey |
| Saturday, January 16, 2027 | Anchorage Wolverines vs. Fairbanks Ice Dogs | NAHL Hockey |
| Friday, February 5, 2027 | Anchorage Wolverines vs. Minnesota Mallards | NAHL Hockey |
| Saturday, February 6, 2027 | Anchorage Wolverines vs. Minnesota Mallards | NAHL Hockey |
| Friday, February 20, 2027 | UAA Seawolves vs. Alaska Fairbanks Nanooks — Alaska Airlines Governor’s Cup | NCAA College Hockey |
| Friday, February 26, 2027 | UAA Seawolves vs. Lindenwood Lions | NCAA College Hockey |
| Saturday, February 27, 2027 | UAA Seawolves vs. Lindenwood Lions | NCAA College Hockey |
| Friday, March 5, 2027 | Anchorage Wolverines vs. Fairbanks Ice Dogs | NAHL Hockey |
| Saturday, March 6, 2027 | Anchorage Wolverines vs. Fairbanks Ice Dogs | NAHL Hockey |
| Friday, March 12, 2027 | Anchorage Wolverines vs. Kenai River Brown Bears | NAHL Hockey |
| Saturday, March 20, 2027 | Anchorage Wolverines vs. Kenai River Brown Bears | NAHL Hockey |
| Thursday, March 25, 2027 | Anchorage Wolverines vs. Janesville Jets | NAHL Hockey |
| Friday, March 26, 2027 | Anchorage Wolverines vs. Janesville Jets | NAHL Hockey |
| Saturday, March 27, 2027 | Anchorage Wolverines vs. Janesville Jets | NAHL Hockey |
| Friday, April 2, 2027 | Anchorage Wolverines vs. Fairbanks Ice Dogs | NAHL Hockey |
| Saturday, April 3, 2027 | Anchorage Wolverines vs. Fairbanks Ice Dogs | NAHL Hockey |
| Friday, April 9, 2027 | Anchorage Wolverines vs. Wisconsin Windigo | NAHL Hockey |
| Saturday, April 10, 2027 | Anchorage Wolverines vs. Wisconsin Windigo | NAHL Hockey |
| Friday, April 16-Sunday, April 18, 2027 | Great Alaska Sportsman Show | Outdoor Sports Show |
