HOLIDAY ICE RINK IN PERSHING SQUARE CELEBRATES 18TH SEASON WITH A HOST OF FREE EVENTS TO BRIGHTEN THE HOLIDAYS

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LOS ANGELES – ‘Tis the season to celebrate with a host of free events to bring people together at the 18th annual, HOLIDAY ICE RINK® IN PERSHING SQUARE, open everyday November 12, 2015 through January 18, 2016.

Surrounded by stunning skyscrapers, the unique Pershing Square setting transforms into a winter wonderland with a host of free community and special events, along with a low skate admission price.

Join our “Spin into the Season” campaign to give the gift of health and happiness this season by taking a spin around the rink during Wednesday 11:30am sessions on 11/18, 12/2, and 1/6. Proceeds will benefit Children’s Hospital Los Angeles. Info on how you can gather pledges and get involved is available at: www.holidayicerinkdowntownla.com.

FREE SPECIAL EVENTS THIS SEASON:

DJ Spotlights: Thursdays evenings, November 19; December 3, 10, 17, 2015 & January 7, 14, 2016 from 7:00pm to 9:30pm
Get your skating groove on with deejay HowLy whose style is reminiscent of an old school turntablist with a blend of cutting edge new school vibes. The DJ Master has shared the stage with artists like Bruno Mars, Far East Movement, Lil Jon and Willow Smith, to name a few.

Knott’s Merry Farm Presents, a Snoopy Skating Showcase Tuesday, December 1 at 4:00pm
The famous lovable pup and friends perform a special “mini” showcase with festive music and holiday costumes as a prelude to the holiday skating spectacular “Merry Christmas Snoopy!,” at Knott’s Merry Farm this holiday season select dates from Nov. 20 through Jan. 3.

Holiday Hounds on Ice: A Red Carpet Parade & Contest Wednesday, December 9 at 3:00pm
Bring your four-legged friend out to the rink in full holiday attire for a canine red carpet strut on the ice. Loads of furry fun and pooch prizes awarded.

Single in the City: Thursday, December 17 from 8:30pm to 9:30pm
Celebrate being single in the city and bring your friends to chill out and meet new faces. Presented with Catch Matchmaking, the evening skating session boasts interactive games, door prizes, and pure fun.

Polar Bear Skate: The Los Angeles Edition: January 1, 2016 from 2:30pm to 3:30pm
Grab your sunglasses and swim suit to “take the plunge” with a skate around the rink as the LA version of the traditional New Year’s Polar Bear plunge into frozen water. Skaters of all ages are invited to dress in beach attire for an invigorating welcome to 2016. Prizes awarded.

Fun on Ice, a weeklong event presented by LA 18 Television, January 4-10, 2016: A celebration of diversity and culture with various activities that unite all ages in the spirit of togetherness and festive fun.

SHARE THE FUN! Follow and tag us in all your pictures at the rink for a chance to win fun prizes throughout the season!

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