Where to park, beer options

Akins Ford Arena makes its debut Friday, while the Rock Lobsters simultaneously make their debut in Athens as the city’s first professional sports team.

The $151 million addition to the Classic Center will open its doors for the first time Friday after more than two years of construction leading up to its grand opening.

For those attending Friday’s game, questions still remain for fans who are in an arena for the first time.

Learn more here before heading to the first event at Akins Ford Arena.

Where can I park for Akins Ford Arena and the Rock Lobsters game?

Parking is available in the Classic Center parking deck and the ACC Courthouse deck. If you park on the Classic Center Deck, exit on Level 2 to enter Akins Ford Arena.

Is there a ceremony before the Rock Lobsters game?

Yes. A chamber ceremony will take place on the plaza outside the arena at 4 p.m., followed by a ribbon cutting and plaza party at 4:45 p.m. with live music, balloon animals, face painting, yard games, drinks and concessions.

There will be a red carpet walk-out for the players at 5:00 p.m. and a Battle of the Bands with Asymptomatics at 5:15 p.m

When do the doors open for the Rock Lobsters game?

Doors open at 5:45 p.m. for season ticket holders who have early access. Doors open to the general public at 6 p.m. Puck drop occurs shortly after 7:00 p.m

What concessions are available at Akins Ford Arena?

Hot dogs, pretzels, popcorn, homemade kettle chips and dip, chicken tenders, quesadillas, smash burgers, veggie burgers, wings and BBQ are concession stand foods. Coca-Cola is a founding sponsor and its products are served.

The arena will also feature a Your Pie concession stand and portable Chick-Fil-A King of Pops stations.

What beer will be available at Akins Ford Arena?

Terrapin and Miller Lite are official partners of the arena, as are White Claw, Mike’s Hard Lemonade, Tito’s Vodka, Cazadores Tequila and Casamigos Tequila.

These will be available for purchase throughout the arena.

What is the Rock Lobsters record?

The Rock Lobsters are off to a hot start in the Federal Prospects Hockey League with a 9-2-0 record and 22 points. The Lobsters are fifth out of seven teams in the Continental Division, but have played six fewer games than league leader Baton Rouge (32 points).

Who will the Rock Lobsters play on Friday?

The Rock Lobsters play back-to-back games on Friday and Saturday against the Blue Ridge Bobcats of Wytheville, Virginia. Athens won two away games in October, 3-2 and 10-2.

What promotion is happening on Friday for the Rock Lobsters game?

The first 1,000 fans through the door will receive a commemorative inaugural season puck.

How many seats will Akins Ford Arena have?

The arena seats 5,500 fans for the Rock Lobsters and UGA Ice Dawg games. It can accommodate up to 8,500 people for concerts and other events.

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