branding policy, based on the history of the Birkebeiner. Originally the administration had suggested the new larger hall be named Håkons Hall, after Haakon Haakonarson, later king of Norway, while the smaller hall would be named Sveres Hall, for Sverre Sigurdsson. During the political debate, a number of female councilors suggested that the smaller hall be named Kristins Hall, for Sigurdsson's daughter Kristina Sverresdotter, which was passed by the city council. Kristin and Håkon would be used to name the mascots for the Olympics. Kristins Hall has had small renovations throughout the years, including an upgrade in 2007 which included new ice hockey sideboards, a new ice machine, a new lighting system, and a new handball floor. On April 25, 2018, Lillehammer IK was given permission to sell the name "Kristins Hall" to an investing company in the upcoming future, this may allow the financial support for a potential jumbotron or new seating. In December 2018, new lighting was introduced in the rafters of the arena, allowing a more exciting atmosphere for the spectators. On January 31, 2019, Lillehammer IK along with the Lillehammer Municipal Council completed a deal with Eidsiva Energi for 6 million NOK (1,2 million for 5 years) to give the name rights to Eidisva. The new arena name is Eidsiva Arena and the deal will commence on May 1, 2019. The deal will start a renovation process in Kristins Hall, including a new roof, new seating and a video scoreboard. Facilities The municipally owns and operates venue is located at Stampesletta, about from the town center of Lillehammer, Norway. With a gross area of , it consists of three main sections: an ice hockey rink, a combined handball and floorball court, and a curling rink. The venue has eight locker rooms, of which two are designed for judges and referees, a weight room, a long, four-track sprint track, meeting rooms, three kiosks, VIP facilities and a cafeteria. The handball hall has an artificial surface measuring . The ice rink is certified by the Norwegian Ice Hockey Association to hold 3,197 spectators, but can accommodate up to 4,000 people in special circumstances. The cooling and heating systems for Håkons Hall and Eidsiva Arena are connected, allowing them to function as energy reserves for each other. Tenants and events The ice rink is the home of Lillehammer IK, which plays in GET-ligaen, the premier ice hockey league in