In 2017, with county support, Gallatin Ice was able to Raise the Ice Barn to build a second facility and rink adjacent to Haynes Pavilion. Phase 1 of the Finish the Ice Barn campaign was completed earlier in 2025 and added new seating on the east side of the arena, as well as a jumbotron to the north wall. Phase 3, still to come, will include a new central entry and expanded concessions area.
This critical renovation to the west side of the facility marks Phase 2 of the campaign. Once complete, at the end of 2026, the "Ice Barn" will be renamed the Bottcher Families Community Ice Center and will have:
- Seating to accommodate up to 1,500 fans
- A new mezzanine and broadcast booth for announcing and media coverage
- A restaurant & pub, Blue Line Club, on the 2nd floor mezzanine with a viewing balcony
- New locker rooms for MSU Men’s and Women’s Hockey and the Bozeman Icedogs
- Expanded restrooms throughout the facility
- An Executive Suite (Founders Club) offering exclusive, enclosed seating and dedicated food & beverage service for members
A portion of the total project—$1.5 million—will be funded through public donations and the seat naming rights available for purchase on this page.