Game day at Van Andel Arena in Grand Rapids: Great Lakes Invitational
December 29 and 30, 2026 at Van Andel Arena, Grand Rapids
About this event
On December 29 and 30, 2026, Great Lakes Invitational comes to Van Andel Arena in Grand Rapids.
About Great Lakes Invitational
The Great Lakes Invitational (GLI) is a four-team National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) men's ice hockey tournament held annually at Van Andel Arena in Grand Rapids, Michigan, around the New Year's holiday. It was previously held in Detroit as part of College Hockey in the D.
Event details
- Date
- December 29 and 30, 2026
- Time
- 3:30 PM local time
- Venue
- Van Andel Arena
- Address
- 130 Fulton West, Grand Rapids, MI 49503, United States
- Price
- Price not announced yet
- Category
- Sports · Ice hockey
Upcoming dates (2)
Venue & getting there
130 Fulton West, Grand Rapids, MI 49503
How to get to Van Andel Arena
- Greyhound BusBus stop440 m
5 min walk - Rapid Central StationBus stop440 m
6 min walk - Grand Rapids, Michigan Vernon J. Ehlers StationTrain740 m
9 min walk
Parking
4 car parks within walking distance, the closest 90 m away.
Hotels near Van Andel Arena
- Residence Inn220 mCheck prices
- Canopy by Hilton250 mCheck prices
- Courtyard Grand Rapids Downtown250 mCheck prices
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Your visit to Van Andel Arena
- Date
- December 29 and 30, 2026
- Getting there
- Greyhound Bus (bus stop), 440 m – about 5 min on foot
- Parking
- 4 car parks within walking distance, the closest 90 m away
- Staying nearby
- 10 hotels within walking distance; the closest is Residence Inn (220 m)
Also at Van Andel Arena that week
Good to know
When is “Great Lakes Invitational”?
Great Lakes Invitational takes place on December 29 and 30, 2026.
Where is “Great Lakes Invitational” held?
Venue: Van Andel Arena, 130 Fulton West, Grand Rapids, MI 49503, United States.
How much are tickets for “Great Lakes Invitational”?
Prices have not been published yet. Follow the ticket link for the latest information from the official seller.
Where can I buy tickets for “Great Lakes Invitational”?
Tickets are sold by Ticketmaster. The ticket button on this page takes you straight to the official listing, with live availability and the final price.
How do I get to Van Andel Arena by public transport?
The closest stop is Greyhound Bus (bus stop), 440 m from Van Andel Arena – roughly 5 minutes on foot.
Can I park near Van Andel Arena?
There are 4 car parks within walking distance; the nearest is 90 m away.
