Harding Mazzotti Arena

Harding Mazzotti, LLP Secures Naming Rights to Iconic Glens Falls Arena in Major Community Investment

Former Cool Insuring Arena Becomes Harding Mazzotti Arena in Five-Year Deal to Boost Local Sports, Entertainment, and Economic Growth

Glens Falls, NY (July 24, 2025) – Harding Mazzotti, LLP is proud to announce that it has entered a five-year naming rights agreement with the Adirondack Civic Center Coalition, officially renaming the former Cool Insuring Arena in Glens Falls, NY to Harding Mazzotti Arena. This strategic partnership reflects the firm’s deep commitment to strengthening communities across the region by supporting spaces and experiences that bring people together.

Harding Mazzotti LLP managing partner, Paul Harding, said, “Harding Mazzotti’s partnership with the Adirondack Civic Center Coalition to sponsor Harding Mazzotti Arena underscores our commitment to improving the communities we serve and call home. Adirondack Thunder Hockey, and the other events hosted at Harding Mazzotti Arena, will provide unparalleled family activities for both residents and visitors alike, and stimulate economic activity and investment in our communities. We look forward to a successful partnership for many years to come.”

The Harding Mazzotti Arena was first known as the Glens Falls Civic Center and later named the Cool Insuring Arena in 2017. Over the years the facility has been home to the Adirondack Thunder (ECHL affiliate of the New Jersey Devils), Adirondack Red Wings (AHL affiliate of the Detroit Red Wings), the Adirondack Stampede Rodeo, NCAA Basketball, the Harlem Globetrotters, WWE, Adirondack Youth Hockey, and a number of high school sports finals and championship tournaments. In addition, the arena has hosted a myriad of high-powered entertainers including Luke Combs, Kenny Rogers, Breaking Benjamin, Alice Cooper, and The Grateful Dead for its opening concert in 1980.

“We’re thrilled to announce our new naming rights partnership with Harding Mazzotti LLP, and proud to welcome fans to the Harding Mazzotti Arena,” said Arena General Manager Jeff Mead. “This venue has drawn millions of fans over the years and continues to be a cornerstone of downtown activity, driving excitement and business throughout the region. We’re deeply grateful to Cool Insuring Agency, Inc., including Tony Mashuta, Jack Bienick, Mike Grasso, and Ira Neifeld for their steadfast support since 2017 and their commitment to our community and events. This next chapter promises even more for our fans, our partners, and our city. We look forward to creating a long-lasting partnership with the Harding Mazzotti family.”

In addition to being an unparalleled regional sports and entertainment venue, Harding Mazzotti Arena features the newly renovated Heritage Hall on the Mezzanine level. Heritage Hall offers a nearly 6,200 square foot handicap accessible banquet space that can be divided into smaller spaces as needed, and features a professional kitchen, full-service bar, state-of-the-art audiovisual equipment, and customizable lighting. Heritage Hall is available for banquets, receptions, ceremonies, conferences, birthday and holiday parties, corporate events, and more – making Heritage Hall the premiere event space in Glens Falls.

Arena History Fun Facts

  • Originally called the Glens Falls Civic Center, the facility was  built in 1979 just south of the city’s center.
  • On May 8, 1980, the Grateful Dead played the first concert at the Glens Falls Civic Center.
  • The Who kicked off their 25th Anniversary Tour at the arena on June 21, 1989.
  • In 1982, Iron Maiden performed here for the first time.
  • On May 5, 1986, Mike Tyson, at 19 years old, defeated James Tillis at the arena for his 20th consecutive professional career victory.
  • The first of the jam band Phish’s ten “Halloween costumes” premiered here on October 31, 1994. Phish played the complete White Album by The Beatles during a three-set show that night.
  • The “Hometown Classic” basketball game between BYU and Vermont took place here on December 8, 2010. It marked a homecoming for BYU star Jimmer Fredette, who had led Glens Falls High School to the New York State Class A championship game at this facility in 2007. In front of 6,300 spectators, Fredette’s BYU Cougars won 86–58.

About the Adirondack Thunder

The 2015–16 season marked the debut of the Adirondack Thunder, an ECHL professional ice hockey team. Based in Glens Falls, New York, the franchise is connected to the AHL’s Utica Comets and the NHL’s New Jersey Devils. The Harding Mazzotti Arena is where the Thunder host their home games.

After the Adirondack Flames of the AHL were moved to Stockton, California, to become the Stockton Heat, the Thunder came to Glens Falls. In their inaugural season, the Thunder became the first Adirondack hockey team to qualify for the playoffs in a decade.

During the 2023–24 season, the Thunder won twelve straight games, setting a team record. They finished with 97 points and the best record in team history, going 43-18-7-4. For the first time since 2018, Adirondack took home the North Division title. Additionally, it was the first time an Adirondack hockey club has won a series at home since 1992, and they also won their first and second round series on home ice.

Single game, season, and flex tickets are available for the upcoming home games this season!

Adirondack Thunder Mascot Gunnar helping put up the Harding Mazzotti Arena sign

Upcoming Events at Harding Mazzotti Arena

From Adirondack Thunder games, to other events, musical acts, comedy shows, and more, there’s always something going on at Harding Mazzotti Arena!