Ice Skating in Downtown LA - Prices, Hours and FAQ
An enchanting holiday activity, ice skating in downtown LA guarantees to delight everyone, from first-time gliders to experienced skaters. Come visit us for merrymaking, outdoor fun and guaranteed smiles at Holiday Ice Rink Pershing Square.
Open daily November 20, 2025 through January 11, 2026, downtown LA’s favorite ice skating destination is must-do entertainment for all.
SKATING SESSIONS AND HOURS
[60] minute sessions that start every 1.5 hours
12:00pm - 10:00pm Daily
Check our calendar of events for special events and closed sessions.
ICE SKATING RINK PRICES
General admission including skate rental: $22
Locker Rental: $5
Skate Helper: $6
Gloves: $5
Socks: $5
RENTALS
Skate rental is included in the price of admission. Figure and hockey skate sizes range from toddler’s size 8 to adult’s size 15. You may also bring your own ice skates.
For beginning skaters under 48" tall, we offer Skate Helpers: Penguin & Polar Bear Helpers that glide with the skater along the ice and helps with balance and control. Skaters must be able to stand on their own and push the Helper by themselves. Others cannot push them.
For safety considerations, Skate Helpers cannot be rented to anyone over 48" tall and are rented at the discretion of the Rink Manager. These can be rented rinkside or from the Skate Shop, onsite only. Limited quantity and available on a first-come basis.
LOCKERS AND CONVENIENCES
Lockers may be rented for $5 and typically hold a couple of pairs of shoes, a medium-size handbag and a few small purchases. Based on first come, first serve basis.
Restrooms are located in Pershing Square Park. Since skates may not be worn outside the ice rink, we recommend you use the facilities before skating.
PRIVATE PARTIES
Available on select Mondays, Tuesdays & Wednesdays from 4:30pm - 7:30pm. Guest capacity: 250pp. Cost: $10,000. Private parties are not available November 24 - 28, 2025 and December 22, 2025 - January 2, 2026. Click here for more information.
RAIN POLICY
Rebook your Session:
Rebooking can only be accomplished online. To rebook your session, please open the confirmation you received via email. Just above the yellow "Your Ticket" section, click "Change booking" to rebook. From there, you can choose another available session.
Cancellations:
If your ice-skating session prematurely ends or is canceled due to inclement weather or the threat thereof, your tickets are valid for any new date and time that is available on or before January 11, 2026.
WHAT TO WEAR
While the weather for ice skating in downtown LA is rarely frightful, the temperature on the ice may range from balmy to chilly. We recommend layers and, if prone to frigid fingers, gloves. We do sell both gloves and socks if you forget them.
GETTING HERE
Located in the heart of downtown LA, our ice skating rink can be found in Pershing Square at:
532 South Olive Street
Los Angeles, CA 90013
We are easily accessible by car or Metro:
Car: Underground parking is available on a first come, first served basis at the Pershing Square Parking Garage.
Metrolink: Take Metrolink to Holiday Ice Rink!
Metro: Skip the hassle of driving and parking and Go Metro. Take the Metro B Line or the D Line to Pershing Square Station. Plan your trip using the Trip Planner below.
Pick up a Metro Bike and go for a ride in downtown Los Angeles. There’s a Metro Bike Share Station at Pershing Square, on Olive & 5th. Find a station near you at metro.net/bikeshare.
THINGS TO DO
Can’t wait to see you Downtown! Make it a day and take advantage of all the amazing things that DTLA has to offer. Check out exciting, festive light installations like Grand Illuminations or Sparkle at The Bloc, grab an unforgettable meal at any of the award-winning restaurants in our restaurant guide. Discover a new coffee shop using our Coffee Trail to fuel up for your skate or get some holiday shopping done with our Shopping Guide. Make the most of your time and see all that DTLA has for the holidays at www.downtownla.com/holidays.
SKATE IN THE HEART OF DOWNTOWN SAN FRANCISCO
A holiday tradition, ice skating in Union Square promises to bring a smile to everyone’s face and delight you and your skating partners – big and small, young and old. Join us for festive, fun ice skating in Union Square from November 6, 2024 through January 20, 2025. Plan your visit to The Safeway Holiday Ice Rink in Union Square presented by Kaiser Permanente – the other cool place to be this winter!
Visit our website at: https://unionsquareicerink.com
