Robson Square Ice Rink
Welcome to the Robson Square Ice Rink!
December 1, 2023 – February 29, 2023
This winter, renew a classic Vancouver tradition and enjoy some old-fashioned fun. Robson Square’s outdoor skating rink is open, so celebrate winter in style with skating in the heart of downtown Vancouver. It’s a magical place to enjoy the winter season with your friends, family and loved ones.
Rentals
| Item | Cost |
|---|---|
| Skate Rental | $5.00 |
| Ice Cleat Rental | $2.00 |
| Skate Sharpening (when available) | $5.00 |
We now accept payment via VISA, Master Card, AMEX and Debit.
*Prices above include tax
*Helmets are FREE OF CHARGE with skate rental.
Skate rental ends 30 minutes prior to close.
BE COOL & SAFE
We strongly recommend the use of a CSA approved helmet while skating.
A fall on the ice can result in SERIOUS HEAD INJURY.
Helmets are mandatory for everyone 12 years and under.
This year we are introducing a RELEASE OF LIABILITY, WAIVER OF CLAIMS AND ASSUMPTION OF RISKS AGREEMENT when you choose to skate at the Robson Square Ice Rink. As a condition of skating at Robson Square, you will be required to agree to this Release Agreement at the time of purchase.
Hours of Operation
**Please note, our Friday and Saturday hours have changed.**
| HOURS OF OPERATION | |
|---|---|
| Sunday to Saturday: | 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM |
| HOLIDAY HOURS | |
|---|---|
| Christmas Eve (December 24th) | 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Christmas Day (December 25th) | 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Boxing Day (December 26th) | 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM |
| New Year’s Eve (December 31st) | 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM |
| New Year’s Day (January 1st) | 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM |
Ice Rink Closures, Schedule Changes & Events:
Watch here for updates or call the Robson Square Hotline 604-646-3554.
Please be advised that warm weather leads to warm ice! Robson Square Ice Rink may need to close unexpectedly.
Rules for Safer Skating
FOR THE SAFETY AND ENJOYMENT OF ALL, ICE RINK USERS MUST COMPLY WITH THE FOLLOWING RULES:
- A fall on the ice can result in SERIOUS HEAD INJURIES – Robson Square Ice Rink provides skating helmets FREE OF CHARGE. Please see skate rental staff for more information.
- Children in strollers and people in wheelchairs must wear helmets; attendants must wear skates or grips (available at the skate rental)
- Permitted footwear limited to skates or grips.
- Forward skating only with the flow of traffic.
- Figure skating and hockey are not permitted.
- No reckless skating.
- Children must be supervised by an adult.
- Do not carry children or infants on the ice.
- No earphones or cellphone use permitted on the ice.
- Do not sit on the rink railing
- No food, beverages, umbrellas or pets on the ice.
SKATING IS INHERENTLY RISKY. Please enjoy the Robson Square Ice Rink facilities and equipment AT YOUR OWN RISK.
Twelve Days of Christmas
Join us for live Christmas music from the Robson Square stage!
| DATE | TIME | ACT |
|---|---|---|
| December 13 | 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM | Top Line Vocal Collective |
| December 14 | 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM | Caviar & Lace Quartet |
| December 15 | 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM | Rumba Calzada |
| December 16 | 2:30 PM to 4:15 PM | British Columbia Regiment Band Society |
| December 16 | 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM | Marlin Ramazzini Group |
| December 17 | 12:00 PM to 1:15 PM | Tuba Christmas |
| December 17 | 2:30 PM to 4:15 PM | Daryle Dean Flamenco Acoustic |
| December 17 | 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM | DJ Barron S |
| December 18 | 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM | Playlist |
| December 19 | 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM | Amanda Wood Trio |
| December 20 | 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM | Santa's Brass |
| December 21 | 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM | Malcolm Aiken Quartet |
| December 22 | 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM | PK3 Jazz Trio |
| December 23 | 2:30 PM to 4:15 PM | ShowStoppers |
| December 23 | 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM | DJ-El-Niño |
| December 24 | 2:30 PM to 4:15 PM PM | Karla Sax |
| December 24 | 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM | Phat Santa Swing! |
| December 31 | 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM | DuoTones |