Robson Square Ice Rink 2025–26

📅 November 28, 2025 – February 28, 2026
📍 Robson Square, Downtown Vancouver
⏰ Daily: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM

Celebrate one of Vancouver’s most cherished winter traditions as the Robson Square Ice Rink returns for the 2025–26 season! Whether you're skating with friends, sharing a romantic winter moment, or enjoying a fun family outing, Robson Square offers a magical outdoor experience in the heart of downtown.

This iconic rink invites visitors of all ages to enjoy affordable skating, lively entertainment, festive programming, and the joy of winter in Vancouver.

❄️ About the Robson Square Ice Rink

From November through February, the Robson Square Ice Rink transforms into a sparkling winter playground. Skaters can enjoy:

• A fully covered outdoor rink (open regardless of weather—unless the ice becomes unsafe)

• A festive downtown atmosphere surrounded by city lights

• Affordable rentals and family-friendly programming

• Special holiday performances and themed entertainment

✨ New for 2025–26: Destination Downtown Performances

This winter features an expanded entertainment lineup as part of the Destination Downtown initiative. On select evenings, skaters will enjoy:

• Live music

• Dance performances

• Artistic showcases

• Cultural programming

Visit the Destination Downtown website via the Robson Square homepage to view the full performance calendar.

⛸ Skate Rentals & Fees

Helmets are FREE with skate rental
Payment accepted: VISA, MasterCard, AMEX, Debit
Skate rental ends 30 minutes before closing.

🕒 Hours of Operation

Daily: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM

Holiday Hours

• Dec 24 (Christmas Eve): 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

• Dec 25 (Christmas Day): 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM

• Dec 26 (Boxing Day): 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM

• Dec 31 (New Year’s Eve): 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM

• Jan 1 (New Year’s Day): 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM

Closures may occur due to warm weather. Call the Robson Square Hotline at 604-646-3554 for real-time updates.

🎶 Twelve Days of Christmas – Live Music (Dec 13–24, 2025)

Enjoy a festive soundtrack of live performances while you skate. Highlights include:

• Vancouver Tuba Christmas

• Tamara Rhodes Trio

• Perry Ehrlich’s ShowStoppers

• PK3 Jazz Trio

• BC Regiment Band

• Rumba Calzada

• Deep Cutzzz

• Daryle Dean Flamenco Guitar

• DJ Mike So? & J’aded

• DJ Barron S

• Malcolm Aiken

• Scott Robertson’s Swing Patrol (Dec 24)

Plus a special New Year's Eve set with DJ El-Niño on Dec 31.

⚠️ Safety Reminders

For everyone’s enjoyment and safety:

• Helmets mandatory for children 12 and under

• No figure skating or hockey

• Forward skating only

• No earphones, food, or beverages on the ice

• No carrying children while skating

• Wheelchairs and strollers must use helmets; attendants must wear skates or ice grips

Skating is inherently risky — please enjoy responsibly.

🔗 Official Website

For updates, schedule changes, and more details, visit:
👉 Robson Square Ice Rink Official Website

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