
ICE SKATING INFORMATION AT
UNION SQUARE ICE RINK
Join us for festive, fun ice skating in Union Square from Wednesday, November 5, 2025 – Monday, January 19, 2026.
SKATING SESSIONS AND HOURS
[60] minute sessions that start every 1.5 hours:
November 5, 2025 - January 19, 2026
10:00am – 11:00pm Daily
NOTE: The ice rink will close at 9:30pm on December 31, 2025. Check our calendar of events for special events and closed sessions.
ADMISSION
General Admission including skate rental: $22
Children 8 and under including skate rental: $17
Locker Rental: $5
Skate Helper: $6
Gloves: $5
Socks: $5
RENTALS
Ice Skates
Figure and hockey skate sizes range from toddler’s size 8 to adult’s size 15. If you'd like to bring your own skates, let us know upon arrival and we'll put $5 back on the credit card used in your original order.
For beginning skaters 12 and under, we offer Skate Helpers: Penguin & Polar Bear Helpers that glide with the skater along the ice and help with balance and control. Skaters must be able to stand on their own and push the Helper by themselves. One skater per Skate Helper at a time.
For safety considerations, Skate Helpers cannot be rented to anyone taller than 48". These can be rented rink side 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 are large enough to hold a couple of pairs of shoes, a medium-size handbag and a few small purchases.
Restrooms are located in the Union Square Parking Garage. Since skates may not be worn outside of the ice rink, we recommend you use the facilities before putting on skates.
For your convenience, you may also purchase gloves and socks for $5 each.
PRIVATE PARTIES
Available on select Mondays, Tuesdays & Wednesdays from 4pm - 7pm. 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 20, 2025.
WHAT TO WEAR
As with most activities in San Francisco, the key to comfortable ice skating in Union Square is to wear layers; the temperature on the ice may range from chilly to warm, depending on the time of day, the number of skaters and the amount of energy one exerts. Gloves and hats always help. We do sell both gloves and socks if you need them.
GETTING HERE
Located at 333 Post Street in San Francisco, our ice rink sits in the heart of Union Square near the corner of Geary and Powell Streets. Numerous transportation options are available, and we encourage environmentally-friendly considerations such as walking, biking, riding Muni, taking BART or ridesharing.
Public Transit: Muni takes you directly to the rink! Take: 2, 5/5R, 7, 9/9R, 38/38R, T, J, K, M, N, L, Powell-Hyde Cable Car or the historic F-Line (See SFMTA’s transit trip planner)
You can also take BART from the East Bay or south of San Francisco. Exit at the Powell Street station.
Drive: If driving, signs lead to Union Square from most area freeways. Area parking garages provide plentiful parking options.
Walk: If walking from North Beach or Chinatown, take Grant Street south through the Chinatown gate to Maiden Lane, then turn right.
Bike: Bike paths are located nearby on both Market Street and Post/Sutter streets. Nearby parking garages offer bike parking.
EATING HERE
For a dining experience, visit our sponsoring restaurant John’s Grill. Located a quick two block walk from the ice rink.
STAYING HERE
Marriott San Francisco Union Square
Celebrate the magic of the season with this special holiday package that is sure to create memories. Enjoy ice skating surrounded by twinkling lights and festive decorations at the Holiday Ice Rink in Union Square, located just one block from the hotel. Package includes up to four ice skating admission tickets and complimentary ice skate rentals. Book today! When booking, be sure that the promotional code “HOL” appears in the Corporate/Promotional code box. Valid stay dates: November 20-January 18, 2026.
Galleria Park Hotel
Find your merry this holiday season in the City by the Bay. San Francisco is something extra special during the holidays, and we can't wait for you to unwrap the city's gifts. Experience the magical Holiday Ice Rink in Union Square, an urban winter wonderland unlike any other, with our Union Square Ice Skating Package! Enjoy up to 15% off room rates per night and up to 4 ice skating tickets (skate rental included). Click here to book and use promo code SKATE.
Hilton Hotels of San Francisco
Make the Hilton Hotels of San Francisco your cheerful holiday home base in the city. Get daily complimentary self-parking at our hotel garage. In and out garage privileges permitted. Book the Park and Stay package to receive two (2) Union Square Ice Rink tickets with skate rentals with your booking. To book your stay, visit hiltonsanfranciscounionsquare.com or Parc55.com and use the code “RPPSG1”.
Grand Hyatt San Francisco
Experience the magic of the holidays at the Grand Hyatt San Francisco, perfectly located in the heart of downtown and just steps from the iconic Holiday Ice Rink in Union Square. Embrace the festive spirit as you enjoy a stay filled with seasonal charm and convenience. With world-class shopping, holiday markets, and vibrant city decorations all within walking distance, the Grand Hyatt San Francisco offers the perfect setting to celebrate the season in style. Let us be your home for the holidays. Book today!
Things to Do
Cirque du Soleil ECHO
November 20-January 18, 2026
Experience the magic of Cirque du Soleil ECHO, where poetry, stagecraft, daring acrobatics, and cutting-edge technology come together to explore the delicate balance between people, animals, and the world we all share. This 20th Big Top show offers bold new visuals, a unique aesthetic, and vibrant characters that bring a universe of color and wonder to life.
Special Offer for Holiday Ice Rink Friends & Family: Use this link to save up to 20% off select seats/dates. Groups of 10+, save 25% and reduced handling fees; contact moc.lielosudeuqric@nosduH.haraS for details. Offer valid through January 18.
Winter Walk Presented by JP Morgan Chase
December 13–24, 2025
Winter Walk Presented by JP Morgan Chase, San Francisco’s signature holiday event, returns to Union Square December 13–24 for a 12-day celebration that transforms two blocks of Stockton Street into a festive holiday destination.
Organized by the Union Square Alliance and with support from the Office of Mayor Daniel Lurie, the Office of Economic and Workforce Development (OEWD), JP Morgan Chase, Amazon, and the Build Group, this annual event will once again feature a holiday marketplace, food trucks, family-friendly stage programming, holiday decor, and seasonal drinks.
Event Dates: December 13 – 24
On Stockton St. between Post & O’Farrell St.
Hours of Operation: Mon-Wed, 11:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. | Thurs-Sun 10 a.m. – 9 p.m.
Check out our website at www.visitunionsquaresf.com, and follow our Instagram @unionsquaresf for the latest updates.
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