San Jose's iconic circular ice rink opens its doors to skaters tonight with special pricing of only $5. There will also be a grand opening celebration at 6pm in front of the rink. All of the details including operating hours are in the press release below.
Toyota / Kristi Yamaguchi Downtown Ice
Iconic outdoor ice rink open daily Nov. 17, 2017 - Jan. 15, 2018
Featured community attraction during U.S. Figure Skating Nationals Dec. 29-Jan. 7
SAN JOSE – Downtown Ice will host thousands of families from all over the Bay Area for a traditional and unforgettable skating experience Nov. 17-Jan. 15 at the Circle of Palms, 120 S. Market St.
The rink will also be an attraction for the thousands of families and fans coming to downtown San Jose Dec. 29-Jan. 7 for the U.S. Figuring Skating National Championships, where selections for the U.S. Olympic team will be made.
Toyota has joined Kristi Yamaguchi as title sponsors. Swenson and Linda L. Lester are presenting sponsors of the 8,100-square foot skating rink. Yamaguchi and the sponsors will usher in the new season at a ceremony on Opening Night (Nov. 17) at 6 p.m.
The iconic circular rink is designed so that skaters can easily and safely negotiate around the circle of 32 palms each adorned by LED lights, creating a magical experience day and night.
Downtown Ice hours, pricing and specials are posted at http://downtownicesj.com. In general, during November, early December and after the holidays in January, Downtown Ice is open 5-9 p.m. Monday-Thursday; 5 p.m.-midnight on Friday; noon-midnight on Saturday; and noon-9 p.m. on Sunday. During the winter break, the rink is open 11 a.m.-midnight daily. Special hours apply to the holidays.
Admission is $15 for children 10-under and $17 for skaters 11-older. Those who bring their own skates will be admitted for $10. Senior and military are admitted for $15.
The rink phone number is (408) 291-0525. Parking information is at http://parksj.org.
Downtown San Jose experiences a magical holiday season, attracting more than a half million visitors. Downtown Ice is located within steps of Christmas in the Park displays, which occupies Plaza de Cesar Chavez starting Nov. 24 and will extend its season until Jan. 7. Hotels are booked with parties, museums and galleries have special exhibitions and the performing arts venues and arena have packed schedules.
Downtown Ice and Christmas in the Park are partially supported by participants in the 5-kilometer Google Santa Run Silicon Valley to be held on Dec. 17. Dress up in costume and run a 5-kilometer race as lights descend on downtown. A children’s division will also be participating along with a costume contest with great prizes, some fun mileage markers and surprises along the course. Sign up at www.santarunsv.com.
San Jose Downtown Association has produced Downtown Ice for 22 years. This will be the 14th year in the Circle of Palms (starting in 2004).
When: Open daily Nov. 17, 2017 – Jan. 15, 2018
Nov. 17 – 18
Friday: 5 p.m. - midnight
Saturday: Noon - midnight
Nov. 19 – 25 (Thanksgiving Week)
Sunday: Noon - 9 p.m.
Monday - Tuesday: 5 – 9 p.m.
Wednesday: 2 p.m. – midnight
Thursday/Thanksgiving: 2 p.m. – midnight
Friday - Saturday: 11 a.m. - midnight
Nov. 26 – Dec. 2
Sunday: Noon - 9 p.m.
Monday - Thursday: 5 - 9 p.m.
Friday: 5 p.m. - midnight
Saturday: Noon - midnight
Dec. 3 – Dec. 17
Sunday: Noon - 10 p.m.
Monday - Thursday: 5 - 10 p.m.
Friday: 5 p.m. – midnight
Saturday: Noon - midnight
Dec. 18 – Jan. 6 (Winter Break – note special holiday hours*)
Daily: 11 a.m. - midnight
*Christmas: 2 p.m. - midnight
*New Year’s Eve: 11 a.m. – 10:30 p.m.
*New Year’s Day: Noon - midnight
Jan. 7 – 13
Sunday: 11 a.m. - 9 p.m.
Monday - Thursday: 5 - 9 p.m.
Friday: 5 p.m. - midnight
Saturday: Noon – midnight
Jan. 14 –15
Sunday: 11 a.m. - midnight
MLK, Jr. Day: 11 a.m. - 9 p.m.
Admission:
Children 10 & younger, Seniors and Military: $15
11 years & older: $17
Bring your own skates: $10
Cash, Paypal, Visa, Mastercard and Discover Card accepted.
Admission includes ice time and rental skates (skate sizes range from toddler 8 to men's 15).
Skate all you want (no in-and-out privileges)/ First-come, first-serve.
Address (starting November 17): 120 S. Market St., San Jose, CA 95113
Phone: (408) 279-1775 (SJDA); (408) 610-4055 (rink starting Nov. 18)
Details: http://downtownicesj.com
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The San Jose Downtown Association (SJDA), established 1986, is a non-profit group of business and property owners working to improve the vitality and livability of downtown San Jose. SJDA advocates on issues that affect downtown business and property owners; enhances the image of downtown and attract new visitors through year-round marketing, public relations, and special events; and collaborates with its Property-Based Improvement District (PBID) for ongoing improvements to downtown’s cleanliness, security, aesthetics and delivery of services.
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