Robson Square Ice Rink
Welcome to the Robson Square Ice Rink!
December 1, 2022 – February 28, 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.
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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 Thursday: | 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM |
| Friday and 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) | 12:00 PM 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 11:00 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.
Theme Nights
Jan 25 – Feb 22, 2023
Join us for our annual theme nights at the Robson Square Ice Rink, each Wednesday between Jan 25 and Feb 22, 2023 from 5:00pm until 9:00pm. Participants dressed according to the theme will be eligible for a complimentary hot chocolate.
| DATE | THEME |
|---|---|
| January 25, 2023 | Hockey Night |
| February 1, 2023 | Tropical Night |
| February 8, 2023 | Country Night |
| February 15, 2023 | Electric Neon Night |
| February 22, 2023 | Around the World (wear something representing a country) |
All the theme nights are open to people of all ages and are fun for everyone. Admission is free and the skate rentals are only $5.00!