Venue: Ice House Sports Complex
Town: Chenango, US
Capacity: 1,200

The Riverbend Ice Center is a 1,200-seat ice rink located in Chenango, New York. The Riverbend Ice Center, located in Chenango, New York, just outside Binghamton, has a long history in the Southern Tier region. Originally known as the Polar Cap Ice Rink, it was built to serve the growing demand for ice sports, including hockey and figure skating, in the early 1980s. Over the decades, the rink underwent several changes in ownership and management, eventually being rebranded as the Ice House Skating Rink in the 1990s. Despite these changes, the rink maintained its role as a cornerstone of the local ice sports community. When it first opened as the Polar Cap Ice Rink, the facility quickly became a vital hub for local hockey teams, figure skating clubs, and families looking for recreational skating options. The rink was one of the few facilities in the region at the time, providing much-needed ice time for high school hockey teams, youth leagues, and figure skaters. As Polar Cap Ice Rink, the venue hosted various tournaments and events, becoming a go-to location for regional competitions. It also offered public skating sessions, which became a popular activity, especially during the winter months when residents sought indoor recreation. In the 1990s, under new ownership, the rink was renamed the Ice House Skating Rink. The rebranding marked a new era for the facility, with updated programming and a renewed focus on community engagement. The rink continued to serve as the home for local hockey leagues, figure skating lessons, and public skating events. Its central location made it a popular venue for youth hockey and adult leagues, as well as for high school teams in the Southern Tier. Throughout its time as Ice House Skating Rink, the facility had a strong connection to local sports programs. In addition to ice hockey and figure skating, the rink also offered birthday parties, special events, and skate rentals. In 2024, new owners acquired the facility with plans to ren