Railroad Park Set To Bring Back Ice Skating For Winter

BIRMINGHAM, AL - One of Birmingham's most popular winter attractions just got a little bigger and better, as Railroad Park announced this week its ice skating rink will return this weekend with a larger rink and other enhancements. The 50’ by 80’ rink has 500 more square feet than last year’s rink, creating a roomier skating

experience. Just as last year, the rink will be positioned on the brick surface on Railroad Park’s Regions Bank 17th Street Plaza. The rink opens Saturday, November 25 and will remain open seven days a week through January 1, only closing on Christmas Day.

“When a guy proposed to his girlfriend on the first day the rink was open last year, we knew we
had something special,” said Camille Spratling, Executive Director, Railroad Park Foundation.
“The community really made us a part of their traditions. People had their birthday parties here
and their holiday parties. It was a treat to see everyone come together in a new way here at
Railroad Park. Thanks to everyone’s support, we’re able to bring the rink back even bigger this
year, with enhancements on and off the ice to create a more memorable experience."

“Ice skating in Railroad Park will be a holiday tradition for years to come, and we are proud to be
a part of that tradition,” said Bill Bowron, President and CEO of Red Diamond Coffee and Tea, the premier sponsor of the attraction. “We’re big fans of anything that brings people together like this. When we consider our region’s revitalization over the last decade, we speak in terms of business development and job growth. But we also speak of enhanced quality of life that spreads throughout our communities. An
outdoor ice rink inside an award-winning green space in the middle of the city is a tangible
reminder of the growth around us.”

In partnership with the Pelham Ice Rink, there will be free ice skating lessons each Saturday
morning and skating demonstrations each Sunday afternoon. Every Wednesday from 11am to
1pm is the Viva Health Lunch Break Skate, with $2 off each ticket for those who join in for a
midday skate. Every Monday will be Mommy & Me and Daddy & Me at the rink, with $2 off the
price of a ticket for parents skating with children. Follow Railroad Park on Facebook, Instagram,
and Twitter for updates on additional special events throughout the season.

Hours of operation for the rink are 11am to 9pm Sunday through Thursday, 10am to 10pm Friday and Saturday. Tickets including skate rental cost $12 for adults, $10 for children under 12 and may be purchased at the rink. Tickets are valid for the entire day.

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