The UC Health Ice Rink, presented by Fifth Third has MOVED 2 blocks West to Elm Street Plaza. Click below for info!
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The UC Health Ice Rink, presented by Fifth Third has MOVED TO ELM STREET PLAZA.
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- Skating is $10 and includes admission and skate rental Payable by cash or credit card (Visa/MasterCard/AmEx).
- Children ages 3 and under are free with paid adult admission and must be accompanied on the ice at all times.
- Children ages 3 and under are free with paid adult admission and must be accompanied on the ice at all times.
- Follow the rink on Facebook for special event and promotions including discount days
HOURS:
Pre-Holiday Season: November 2nd - December 19th (hours subject to change)
- Monday - Wednesday | 3p - 8p
- Thursday & Friday | 3p - 10p
- Saturday | 9a - 11p
- Sunday | 9a - 8p
- *Thanksgiving Day (November 28th) | 12p - 10p
*Black Friday (November 29th) | 9a - 11p
Holiday Season: December 20th - January 5th (hours subject to change)
- Monday - Sunday | 9a- 11p
Post-Holiday Season: January 6th - February 17th (hours subject to change)
- Monday - Wednesday | 3p - 8p
- Thursday & Friday | 3p - 10p
- Saturday | 9a - 11p
- Sunday | 9a - 8p
In the case of unseasonably warm or inclement weather, please call 513-297-6069 for the rink status.
RINK 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
- Do not use mobile phones or cameras while skating
- No skaters under the influence of alcohol or drugs permitted
- 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 skaters 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, 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 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 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.
- Skate Aids: Push along aids that help skaters keep their balance, made possible thanks to our sponsor, Decal Impressions!
- 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.
Bumper cars will not be returning for the 2024/2025 season. After an enjoyable 3 seasons, our bumper cars have reached the end of their useful life. Rather than buying a new fleet at this time, we have decided to focus on the skating experience.