Thanks for a great season at the UC Health Ice Rink presented by Fifth Third Bank. See you in late 2023!
Thanks for a great season at the UC Health Ice Rink presented by Fifth Third Bank. See you in late 2023!
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The UC Health Ice Rink, presented by Fifth Third Bank is closed for the season.
Please be sure to review pricing, rink rules, and bumper car requirements on this site before purchasing your non-refundable spot. Scroll down and click 'book now' to view our detailed calendar.
The ice rink features two different kinds of sessions:
- Bumpers + Skating: $15 - During this split ice-session, a barrier will divide the rink into two sections, with skaters on one side and cars on the other. As a patron, you can enjoy both sides.
- Skating Only: $10 - During this session, the entire ice is available for ice skating.
- See our event calendar for special events that may vary from the descriptions above.
- Please note our system accepts major credit and debit cards only (Visa, Master Card, Discovery, American Express)
A few quick tips:
- After booking, please review your confirmation email for information on arrival, rescheduling, weather updates and more.
- All reservations are non-refundable.
- If you have urgent questions please call 513-297-6069 during rink hours. For all other inquiries, email fsqassistant@3cdc.org.
WEATHER POLICY
If the rink staff needs to make changes or cancelations due to weather, all patrons with a reservation will be contacted via email to reschedule. No refunds will be given.
Still have questions? Check out the answers to FAQ's here.
- Split ice sessions (rink + bumper cars) costs $15 per person and include admission, ice skates, and unlimited bumper car rides during your 90 minute session. Duration on special events may vary.
- Full ice sessions (ice skating only sessions) costs $10 per person for admission and include skate rental for a 90 minute session. Duration on special events may vary.
- Children age 4 and under are FREE and do not need to be included on your reservation upon checkout. 5 and older must have a paid admission to enter. Children age 4 and under may skate but cannot use the bumper cars and must be accompanied by a paid adult on the ice.
- Due to capacity limits, anyone age 5 or older must have a reservation to be on the rink platform, even if not participating in skating.
- If you are spending $60 or more, use code FSQFAM at checkout to save 20% off your purchase
- Be sure to enter this coupon code before paying, we can not issue refunds or partial refunds if you miss the coupon code.
Please be sure to review all of the rules, bumper car requirements, and other information in the menu below before booking and paying for your session.
Please note our system accepts major credit and debit cards ONLY. Reservations made with PayPal, Venmo, Cash App and other 3rd party payment systems will not go through, and your money will likely be held by that 3rd party payment system for several weeks. If you experience a problem with PayPal, Venmo, Cash App or other payment systems you will need to reach out to them directly.
- Children age 4 and under are FREE and do not need to be included on your reservation upon checkout. 5 and older must have a paid admission to enter. Children age 4 and under may skate but cannot use the bumper cars and must be accompanied by a paid adult on the ice.
- If you are spending $60 or more, use code FSQFAM at checkout to save 20% off your purchase
- Be sure to enter this coupon code before paying, we can not issue refunds or partial refunds if you miss the coupon code.
- Discount codes cannot be applied to gift card purchases.
The ice rink will operate 7 days a week, hours and session types may vary and can be found on our reservation calendar here.
In the case of unseasonably warm or inclement weather, please call 513-297-6069 or visit our Facebook page for rink status. If the rink staff needs to make changes or cancelations due to weather, all patrons with a reservation will be contacted via email to reschedule. No refunds will be given. You may need to check your spam filter for this email, which comes from the Peek system.
Bumper cars are made possible thanks to DBL Law, Decal Impressions, HGC Construction, and the Rotary Club of Cincinnati!
When you enter the ice rink, a line will form for bumper car rides. Patrons may get in line to ride the bumper cars as many times as they would like in their 90 minute session. When skating is available, patrons may go between the two activities, but ice skates may not be worn in bumper cars.
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- 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.
Your reservation is non-refundable.
If the rink staff needs to make changes or cancelations due to weather, all patrons with a reservation will be contacted via email to reschedule. No refunds will be given. You may need to check your spam filter for this email, which comes from the Peek system.
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 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.
- Cubbies are located on the rink platform.
- 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.
- You have the option to purchase a gift card through the Peek system.
- Once purchased, the recipient will receive an email from Peek with a code to book their gifted session and the gift message from you.
- Purchase a gift card here.
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, wine and select spirits. The Fountain Bar is open daily, rink reservations are not required to enjoy the Fountain bar.