ECAC Women’s Hockey Championship | Lake Placid | March 6-7, 2026
- Herb Brooks Arena 2634 Main Street Lake Placid, NY, 12946 United States (map)
ECAC Women’s Hockey Championship Skates Into Lake Placid March 6–7, 2026
Championship college ice hockey action at Herb Brooks Arena in the Olympic Center.
Herb Brooks Arena in Lake Placid. Photo courtesy ORDA.
College hockey’s fiercest rivals head to the Adirondacks this March as the ECAC Women’s Hockey Championship claims its new home in Lake Placid. On March 6–7, 2026, the top four teams in the Eastern College Athletic Conference converge at the legendary Herb Brooks Arena for a high-stakes showdown on historic ice.
For hockey fans searching for the best sporting events in the Adirondacks, this is a can’t-miss weekend. The championship not only crowns a conference champion—it secures a coveted berth in the NCAA Division I Women’s Ice Hockey Championship.
Championship weekend schedule.
Friday, March 6, 2026
Semi-final Game One | 4:00 pm – Teams TBD
Semi-final Game Two | 7:00 pm – Teams TBD
Saturday, March 7, 2026
Championship Game | 5:00 pm – Teams TBD
The four competing teams will be announced after the ECAC quarterfinals conclude on March 1, 2026. Once the matchups are set, expect fierce rivalries, packed stands, and playoff intensity from puck drop to final horn.
Contenders for this year’s ECAC championship may include teams from Colgate, Cornell, Quinnipiac, Clarkson, Yale, or Princeton.
Historic ice, modern legends.
Few arenas in the world carry the weight of history found inside Herb Brooks Arena. This is the same sheet of ice where Team USA defeated the Soviet Union in the 1980 Winter Olympics’ unforgettable “Miracle on Ice.”
Today’s athletes lace up in the very building that helped define American hockey lore.
As of 2026, Lake Placid now serves as the official home for both ECAC Hockey Championships—men’s and women’s. Both tournaments culminate in the same storied venue, sending conference champions from the Adirondacks straight to the NCAA Division I Championships. That dual designation further cements Lake Placid’s status as a premier college hockey destination.
Why this event matters.
The ECAC Women’s Hockey Championship showcases some of the nation’s top collegiate talent. Many players competing this weekend will move on to professional leagues and international play. Fans have the rare opportunity to watch tomorrow’s stars battle for conference supremacy in an intimate, electric setting.
Playoff hockey delivers a different level of urgency. Every shift carries weight. Every blocked shot matters. Overtime looms large. The atmosphere builds with each save, each breakaway, each goal that sends the crowd roaring.
For longtime college hockey devotees, this weekend offers tradition, rivalry, and championship drama. For newcomers, it provides the perfect introduction to the speed, skill, and strategy that define Division I women’s hockey.
Make a weekend of it in Lake Placid.
The thrilling fast-paced action of the women’s ice hockey.
March in Lake Placid pairs perfectly with championship hockey. Visitors can explore the Olympic Center, stroll Mirror Lake, or grab dinner at one of the village’s cozy restaurants between games. With winter still holding the High Peaks in its grip, the town feels alive with energy.
Families, alumni, students, and traveling fans will find plenty to do before and after the games. The compact downtown makes it easy to park once and enjoy the entire weekend on foot.
Tickets and event details.
Fans can find ticket information, updates, and announcements—including the final four teams after March 1—through the official ECAC Hockey website and the Lake Placid Olympic Center’s website and social media channels. Advance ticket purchases are strongly recommended, especially for Saturday’s championship game.
When the puck drops on March 6, the road to the NCAA tournament runs straight through Lake Placid. Championship dreams, historic ice, and Adirondack atmosphere collide for one unforgettable weekend.
ECAC Championship at Herb Brooks 1980 Arena.
The newly designed hospitality suites offer an elevated viewing experience, while the renovated restrooms and concourse ensure convenience and accessibility for all visitors. The state-of-the-art LED event and broadcast-quality lighting create an electrifying atmosphere that enhances the excitement of every game.
Additionally, the arena now boasts a cutting-edge air handling and dehumidification system for optimal ice conditions, expertly maintained by a newly acquired electric Zamboni that glides across the rink. In Lake Placid, every detail has been thoughtfully considered to provide an unparalleled hockey experience.
For more information and to purchase tickets online, visit the Olympic Center website.
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