Welcome to the Robson Square Ice Rink!

December 1, 2023 – February 29, 2024

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.

 

Theme Nights
Jan. 14 – Feb 21., 2024

Join us for theme nights at the Robson Square Ice Rink each Wednesday between Jan. 24 and Feb. 21, 2025. From 5:00pm until 9:00pm the rink will be transformed into a skating event. The music and lighting will match each theme to create a fun night for all ages. Participants dressed according to the theme will be eligible for a complimentary hot chocolate.

This season’s themes are as follows:

DATE	THEME
January 24, 2024	Jersey Night
January 31, 2024	Country Night
February 7, 2024	Latino Night
February 14, 2024	Early 2000s Night
February 21, 2024	Neon Night