The «Bolshoy» Ice Dome is part of the complex of facilities operated by the International Ice Hockey Federation (IIHF). The complex includes the «Bolshoy» Ice Dome, the “Shayba” Arena and a training rink. All Ice Hockey venues are located in close proximity to one other, providing maximum comfort for athletes and guests of the Games.

The «Bolshoy» Ice Dome complex will have a capacity of 12,000 seats and will be covered by a dome. The design of the «Bolshoy» Ice Dome is based on the image of a frozen drop and will be principally silver once complete.

After the Games, the «Bolshoy» Ice Dome will serve as an ultra-modern, world-class multi-purpose sports and entertainment center.

The name of the Ice Dome highlights the characteristics of this sports venue. The "Bolshoy" will be one of the biggest Olympic venues for hosting events and will house the most popular sport of the Winter Olympics, ice skating. Equally, the word "Bolshoy" is understandable and familiar to representatives of many different countries, evoking an instant association with Russia’s Bolshoy Theatre, the traditions of the Russian school of ballet, figure skating, ice hockey and other achievements of the biggest country in the world.