• Skating is $10 and includes admission and skate rental Payable by cash or credit card (Visa/MasterCard/AmEx).
• Children under the age of 4 are free with paid adult admission and must be accompanied on the ice at all times.
• Bumper car punch cards are available for $10 and are valid for 5 rides each. These cards are sold on-site and valid all season. Bumper cars operate on limited hours, times change seasonally. See the bumper cars section of this page for more information.

• Children age 4 and under are FREE with a paid adult
• If you are spending $60 or more

HOURS: Pre-Holiday Hours Nov 4 - Dec 14

• Mon + Tues: 4p to 8p
• Wed + Thurs: 12p to 8p
• Fri: 12p to 10p
• Sat: 10a to 10p (10a to 3p split ice with bumper cars operating)
• Sun: 10a to 8p

Holiday Season Hours Dec 15 - Jan 1

• Open Daily: 10a to 10p

Post Season: Jan 2 - Feb 19 (hours subject to change)

• Mon + Tues: 4p to 8p
• Wed + Thurs: 12p to 8p
• Fri: 12p to 10p
• Sat: 10a to 10p (10a to 3p split ice with bumper cars operating)
• Sun: 10a to 8p

In the case of unseasonably warm or inclement weather, please call 513-297-6069 for the rink status.

Bumper cars are made possible thanks to Decal Impressions! Bumper cars operate on limited hours at this time (weekends from 10a-3p).

Bumper car punch cards are available for $10 and are valid for 5 rides each. These cards are sold on-site and valid all season. Bumper cars operate on limited hours, times change seasonally, see below for a full list of hours.

ALL BUMPER CAR RIDERS MUST:

• Be 5+ years old, at least 42 inches tall, and under 300 lbs.
• Wear flat, closed-toe shoes
• Remain seated while inside the bumper car
• Secure any personal belongings inside the bumper car
• Read and abide by all rules, and listen to verbal instructions

RINK AND BUMPER CAR RULES:

• No skating in opposite direction
• No fast skating, weaving in and out, or figure skating "jumps" permitted
• No food or drinks on the ice
• No sitting or climbing on the railings
• No street shoes on the ice
• No horseplay or foul language
• No smoking on the rink platform or ice
• No backpacks or large purses on the ice or on your lap in a bumper car
• No pets
• No carrying children while skating
• No children in lap in bumper cars
• Do not use mobile phones or cameras while skating or riding bumper cars
• No Riders or skaters under the influence of alcohol or drugs permitted
• No Riders who are pregnant or who have a medical condition that could be aggravated as a result of the ride are permitted
• Bumper Car operators must be 5+ years old, at least 42 inches tall, and under 300 lbs
• You are welcome to bump other cars, but do not bump into the walls of the rink
• Staff reserves the right to ask any patron to leave the ice for disobeying rules, endangering themselves or others

Waivers- Upon entering the rink area you agree to the following 

Participants and/or their parent(s) or guardian(s) understand, acknowledge, and agree that activities on ice are inherently dangerous and physically demanding activities.  Participating skater and/or bumper car rider assume full responsibility for any risk of injury, property damage, or death while participating in activities at this establishment.

Participants and/or their parent(s) or guardian(s) hereby waive any and all claims including, but not limited to, bodily injury including death and property damage they may have against Fountain Square Management Group LLC and all sponsors for the ice rink establishment and their subsidiaries, affiliates, partners, officers, directors, employees, agents, and volunteers arising out of Participant’s use of the ice skating rink and all surrounding areas.

Participants and/or their parent(s) or guardian(s) hereby release and hold harmless Fountain Square Management Group LLC and all sponsors of the ice rink establishment and their subsidiaries, affiliates, partners, officers, directors, employees, agents, and volunteers from any and all liability for any loss, damage, or expense that the Participants or their respective heirs, assigns and legal representatives may suffer as a result of Participant’s use of the ice skating rink, from any cause whatsoever, including but not limited to negligence or breach of contract on the part of Fountain Square Management Group LLC and all sponsors of the ice rink establishment, in the operation, supervision, design, maintenance, or condition of the ice surface or of the ice rink and all surrounding areas.

Participants agree to abide by the “Ice Rink Rules” as posted around the ice rink platform and will follow the instructions of the operating staff of the rink.  Failure to follow these codes of conduct may result in the termination of Participant’s use of the rink, the rental ice skates, bumper cars and the surrounding areas without refund. Participant permits Fountain Square Management Group LLC to use any photographs, videotapes, recordings or any other records taken while on the ice skating rink premises for publicity, advertising, or any other legitimate purpose.

Although the rink can stay cold up to about 60 degrees air temperature in dry weather, warm temperatures with high humidity or rain can make the rink unskatable and cause it to be closed temporarily. Please call 513-297-6069 or visit our Facebook page for rink status.

The WGU Ohio Warming Tent and ice rink may be reserved for events. To make a reservation or to inquire about availability, please visit our Host an Event page.

Rink amenities include:

• We offer rental skates in Youth sizes 8-4, Women’s sizes 5-13 and Men’s sizes 5-13. Figure and hockey skates are available.
• Concession tent serving snacks and beverages including hot and cold drinks, and alcoholic beverages.
• Cubbies are located on the rink platform.
• The WGU Ohio Warming Tent is available for patrons who want to warm up, have a snack, or take a break.
• Traction Aids: Adult size traction aids for parents that want to WALK with their kids on the ice. Note: Individuals without proper footwear are NOT permitted on the ice. 
• Dual Blade Adjustable Skates for Kids: These strap onto sneakers and allow the child to learn to balance without injury. Please check with rink staff onsite for available sizes.

Convenient and secure parking available in the Fountain Square Garage with entrances on both Vine Street and Walnut Street.

Additional parking is available just a block away at the 84.51 garage at 120 W. 5th Street, with entrances on both 5th and 6th Streets, The Foundry Garage at 526 Race Street, or the 4th & Race garage at 411 Race Street with entrances on Elm and Race streets. More parking information is available here: https://www.3cdc.org/where-to-park/ 

Need to refuel after an afternoon of skating? Stop by the concession stand for a hot or cold drink and quick snack. We proudly serve Coca-Cola products. Additionally, we offer beer, wine and select spirits. The Fountain Bar is open daily, rink entry is not required to enjoy the Fountain bar.

Every 2 to 3 hours, skaters must clear the ice for 15-20 minutes while the rink is resurfaced.