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A ribbon cutting ceremony took place today (August 14) at the new M&T Bank Center located at Mohawk Harbor in Schenectady. This event marks the official opening of the Capital Region's newest entertainment venue, which is situated near the Rivers Casino and Resort. The $55 million facility features a 2,200-seat hockey arena for Union College's men's and women's hockey teams. The seating can be expanded to accommodate 3,600 people for conventions, trade shows, and other events.
The ribbon cutting happened at the main entrance of the M&T Bank Center at 11 a.m. City, county, and state officials, along with representatives from the Galesi Group, Union College, and M&T Bank, will be in attendance. According to Post Star, the venue is part of Schenectady's ongoing revitalization efforts, joining the $650 million Mohawk Harbor development that includes an amphitheater, apartments, hotels, and more.
The M&T Bank Center's first public event will feature a performance by country singer Lee Brice on September 6, with special guest David J. Tickets for the concert are available now. Union College women's hockey will debut at the center on September 26 against Franklin Pierce, while the men's team will play their first game on October 4 against Army/West Point.