All rink sessions are 60 minutes on split or full ice: 

• Split ice sessions (rink + bumper cars) will cost $15 per person and include admission, ice skates, and unlimited bumper car rides during your 1- hour session.
• Ice Skating sessions will cost $10 per person for admission and include skate rental.
• Children under the age of 3 are FREE and do not need to be included on your reservation upon checkout
• If you are spending $60 or more, use code FSQFAM at checkout to save 20% off your purchase

Only 80 guests will be allowed per session, and we will be cleaning and re-setting for approximately 30 minutes between each session.

All sales are final and reservations are non-refundable. Please be sure to review all of the rules, bumper car requirements, and COVID19 information before booking and paying for you session. 

The ice rink will operate 7 days a week, hours may vary and can be found on our reservation calendar when it goes live on on November 2nd.

From November 7-December 18, the rink will operate on split ice Sunday- Thursday with bumper cars and ice skating for all sessions. Friday and Saturday will consist of a mix of split ice and full ice skating sessions. We will continue to modify this schedule as we enter the busy holiday season and ask for your patience as we navigate integrating bumper cars and reservations simultaneously.

In the case of unseasonably warm or inclement weather, please call 513-381-0782 or visit our Facebook page for rink status.

This year, patrons will be able to enjoy a new unique experience, the addition of brand new bumper cars, made possible thanks to DBL Law, Decal Impressions, HGC Construction, and the Rotary Club of Cincinnati! Bumper Cars will operate alongside ice skating from Nov. 7 to Feb. 15, and may be driven by adults as well as children ages 7 and up.

ALL BUMPER CAR RIDERS MUST:

• Be 7+ years old, at least 42 inches tall, and under 300 lbs. Children ages 3-6 years old are permitted to ride in the lap of someone age 16+, as long as combined weight limit doesn’t exceed 300lbs.
• 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

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS FOR ICE BUMPER CARS:

Riders will be brought out to the cars for the start of the session as a group. Please wait in line, and an attendant will direct you to your bumper car.

• To get into bumper car: there is a scooped area between the front of the car and the joysticks. Sit at the top of the scoop (bottom facing into car) and slide into the seat.
• To go forward, push both joysticks forward away from you. To go backward, pull both joysticks back toward you. To turn left, tap on the left joystick. To turn right, tap on the right joystick. To stay in place, do not press the joysticks.
• When the ride is over, the cars will start to beep. Drive your car back to the rink wall, or ask an attendant for help returning the car.
• Remain in your seat until are cars are returned to the wall. An attendant will help you out of your car if you need assistance

“HGC is excited to sponsor 3CDC’s Bumper Cars on Fountain Square. We can think of no better way to let out the pent-up aggression 2020 has served up than strapping in and unleashing bumper havoc on friend and foe alike.” – Paul Moran, VP Marketing & Communications, HGC Construction

"It’s hard to walk around Cincinnati without bumping into someone who has been touched by The Rotary Club of Cincinnati. We’re all about making connections to meet community needs and to support the friendly, giving spirit of Cincinnati. We’re proud to sponsor this new way to bump into each other on Fountain Square." – Brett Lebhar, 2020-2021 Rotary Club of Cincinnati President

“DBL Law is happy to sign on to be a sponsor of 3CDCs Bumper Cars on Fountain Square. Our attorneys and staff look forward to ‘bumping’ into clients and friends.” – Bob Hoffer, Managing Partner, DBL Law

“Since 2020 has been a wreck, we thought bumper cars on the Square made perfect sense. Keeping our city center having fun is a priority for Decal Impressions, and this seemed like a great way for the community to embrace the chaos.” – Bryan Vielhauer, Owner, Decal Impressions

 

RINK AND BUMPER CAR RULES:

• MASKS ARE REQUIRED AT ALL TIMES ON THE RINK, RINK PLATFORM, AND WARMING TENT
• 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
• 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 7+ years old, at least 42 inches tall, and under 300 lbs. Children ages 3-6 years old are permitted to ride in the lap of someone age 16+, as long as combined weight limit doesn’t exceed 300lbs.
• You are welcome to bump other cars, but do not bump into the walls of the rink
• Staff reserves the right to ask any rider to leave the ice for disobeying rules, endangering themselves or others

Waivers- accepted digitally at checkout

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.

Assumption of the Risk and Waiver of Liability Relating to Coronavirus/COVID-19 

COVID-19 Warning

The novel coronavirus, COVID-19, has been declared a worldwide pandemic by the World Health Organization. COVID-19 is extremely contagious and is believed to spread mainly from person-to-person contact. Fountain Square Management Group (FSMG) has put in place preventative measures to reduce the spread of COVID-19; however, FSMG cannot guarantee that you or your child(ren) will not become infected with COVID-19. Further, utilizing this facility could increase your risk and your child(ren)’s risk of contracting COVID-19. I voluntarily agree to assume all of the foregoing risks and accept sole responsibility for any injury to my child(ren) or myself (including, but not limited to, personal injury, disability, and death), illness, damage, loss, claim, liability, or expense, of any kind, that I or my child(ren) may experience or incur in connection with my or my child(ren)’s attendance or participation (“Claims”). On my behalf, and on behalf of my children, I hereby release, covenant not to sue, discharge, and hold harmless FSMG, its employees, agents, and representatives, of and from the Claims, including all liabilities, claims, actions, damages, costs or expenses of any kind arising out of or relating thereto. I understand and agree that this release includes any Claims based on the actions, omissions, or negligence of FSMG its employees, agents, and representatives, whether a COVID-19 infection occurs before, during, or after utilizing this facility.

Our Warming Tent and ice rink may be reserved for events. To make a reservation or to inquire about availability, please complete the form below.

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Rink amenities include:

• We offer rental skates in Youth sizes 4-8, Women’s sizes 5-13 and Men’s sizes 5-13. Figure and hockey skates are available.
• Concession tent serving snacks and beverages.
• Lockers are located on the rink platform. Secured lockers available for rent.
• 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 parking available in the Fountain Square Garage with entrances on both Vine Street and Walnut Street.

Additional parking is available just one block away at the 84.51° Garage.

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 and wine.