ICE SKATING INFORMATION AT
UNION SQUARE ICE RINK

A holiday tradition, ice skating in Union Square promises to bring a smile to your face and delight to all who visit—big and small, young and old. Join us for festive, fun ice skating in Union Square from Wednesday, November 1, 2023 – Monday, January 15, 2024.

Plan your visit to The Safeway Holiday Ice Rink in Union Square presented by Kaiser Permanente–the coolest place to be this winter!

SKATING SESSIONS AND HOURS

[60] minute sessions that start every 1.5 hours:

November 1 - December 17
10:00am – 11:00pm Daily 

December 18 - December 29
8:30am - 11:00pm Monday - Friday
10:00am - 11:00pm Saturdays & Sundays  

December 30 - January 15
10:00am – 11:00pm Daily 

The ice rink will close at 9:30 p.m. on December 31, 2023. Check our calendar of events for special events and closed sessions.

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ADMISSION

General Admission including skate rental: $20
Children 8 and under including skate rental: $15
Locker Rental: $5
Skate Helper: $6
Gloves: $5
Socks: $5

The Safeway Holiday Ice Rink in Union Square presented by Kaiser Permanente has a “No Refund Policy”. It does provide for refunds in very limited circumstances only – when a session is canceled or there is an extraordinary circumstance. If a refund is issued, it will not include the Convenience Fee.

A portion of ticket proceeds generously benefits the community through the San Francisco Recreation and Parks Department.

BUY TICKETS

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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 under 48 inches tall, 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. Others cannot push them.

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.

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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.

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PRIVATE PARTIES

Private Parties: Available on select Mondays and Tuesdays during the 5:30pm & 7:00pm sessions. On or before 12/19/23: Rate for private party is $5000. Rates for private parties in January: $4500. Sessions are not open to the public if sold to a private party.

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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 15, 2024.

The Ice Rink has an “Exchange Only Policy”. It does provide refunds in very limited circumstances only, or there is an extraordinary circumstance. If a refund is issued it will not include the Convenience Fee.

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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.

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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.

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.

Public Transit: If taking public transit, the SFMTA’s transit trip planner provides the most comprehensive schedules and routes for all options, including:

• BART from the East Bay or south of San Francisco. Exit at the Powell Street station
• Muni public transit lines converge at Union Square, the 2, 3, 5, 6, 7, 9, 38, 38R, J, K, M, N, T trains. Metro riders please exit at Union Square/Market St. station. at Union Square
• Powell-Mason and Powell-Hyde cable car lines stop in Union Square
• San Francisco’s historic trolley car “F” line stops nearby at Market and Powell Streets
• Take Caltrain to the San Francisco 4th & King stop, transfer to Muni bus line 30 or 45 & get off at Stockton/Sutter

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EATING HERE

For a dining experience, visit our sponsoring restaurant John’s Grill. Located a quick two block walk from the ice rink.

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