Free Ice Skating in Downtown Vancouver at Robson Square
The Robson Square ice rink will be open starting December 1st for free ice skating in Downtown Vancouver and they have long hours and fun-filled days! With music, a festive atmosphere, and affordable options, it’s a highlight of the annual activities calendar in the heart the city.
Robson Square Ice Rink Hours | Holiday Entertainment

Robson Square Ice Rink Hours
- Date: December 1, 2025 to February 28, 2026
- Hours: Daily from 9:00am to 9:00pm
- Address: 800 Robson Street, Vancouver
Skate rentals are $5, ice cleats $2, and sharpening $5 when available. VISA, Master Card, AMEX and Debit. Includes tax. Helmets free with skate rental. Helmets are mandatory for everyone 12 years and under.
| Holiday Hours | |
|---|---|
| Christmas Eve (December 24th) | 9:00am to 5:00pm |
| Christmas Day (December 25th) | 11:00am to 5:00pm |
| Boxing Day (December 26th) | 9:00am to 9:00pm |
| New Year’s Eve (December 31st) | 9:00am to 9:00pm |
| New Year’s Day (January 1st) | 9:00am to 9:00pm |
Twelve Days of Christmas – Entertainment Schedule
Enjoy free, live entertainment leading up to New Year’s Eve:
| Date | Time | Act |
|---|---|---|
| December 13 | 1:30pm – 3:20pm | Vancouver Tuba Christmas |
| December 13 | 6:00pm – 9:00pm | Tamara Rhodes Trio |
| December 14 | 2:30pm – 4:15pm | Perry Ehrlich’s ShowStoppers |
| December 14 | 6:00pm – 9:00pm | PK3 Jazz Trio |
| December 15 | 6:00pm – 9:00pm | British Columbia Regiment Band Society |
| December 16 | 6:00pm – 9:00pm | Rumba Calzada |
| December 17 | 6:00pm – 9:00pm | Top Line Vocal Collective & Friends |
| December 18 | 6:00pm – 9:00pm | Deep Cutzzz |
| December 19 | 6:00pm – 9:00pm | Daryle Dean Flamenco Guitar |
| December 20 | 12:00pm – 1:15pm | The Heartbeats |
| December 20 | 6:00pm – 9:00pm | DJ Mike So? & J’aded |
| December 21 | 2:30pm – 4:15pm | DJ Barron S |
| December 21 | 6:00pm – 9:00pm | DJ Barron S |
| December 22 | 6:00pm – 9:00pm | Marlin Ramazzini |
| December 23 | 6:00pm – 9:00pm | Malcolm Aiken |
| December 24 | 1:00pm – 4:00pm | Scott Robertson’s Swing Patrol! |
| December 31 | 6:00pm – 9:00pm | DJ-El-Niño |
Enjoy a hot chocolate, the Downtown Vancouver atmosphere, and this low cost activity for the whole family. Follow the rink online for updates throughout the season.
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