Now-Jan. 18
The coolest place for the hottest holiday happenings, HOLIDAY ICE RINK® IN PERSHING SQUARE kicks off its amazing 18th season for ice skating under the sun and stars in the heart of downtown Los Angeles, open everyday November 12, 2015 through January 18, 2016. Encircled by towering skyscrapers, the stunning pop-up icescape transforms Pershing Square into a winter wonderland with a host of free community and special events, along with a low skate admission price. The yuletide traditions continue with DJ Thursday nights, skating exhibitions, Single in the City Skate night, a Snoopy on Ice Showcase, the Winter Holiday Festival and the Polar Bear Skate, among others. The rink is easily accessible by car, bus or Metro (Pershing Square stop). A partnership with Metro allows riders to receive a $1 skating session discount by showing their Metro transit receipt/pass. There is also convenient underground parking. General admission is $9. Figure skate and hockey skate rental is $4. Group rates and private party options are available. Skate session admission tickets can be purchased online in advance or at the rink. SPONSORS: LA Sports AM570; KOST 103.5; KIIS 102.7; LA Weekly; LA 18-TV; 34 Univision; La Opinion and Metro. Non-profit beneficiary: City of LA Department of Recreation & Parks. Pershing Square: 532 South Olive Street, Los Angeles 90012. Info line: 213.624.4289; Skate session admission $9; Figure and hockey skate rental $4. Purchase tickets at the rink or in advance at: www.holidayicerinkdowntownla.com. Official payment processor: PayPal