**Celebrate the Holiday Season at the Holiday Ice Rink Pershing Square!**
The holiday season is right around the corner, and with it comes hot chocolate, festive cheer, and cozy ugly Christmas sweaters! While Los Angeles is famous for its sunny weather, the city transforms into a winter wonderland with exciting seasonal activities. One of the highlights? The return of the **Holiday Ice Rink Pershing Square**, downtown’s beloved outdoor ice-skating rink, from **Thursday, November 20, 2025, to Sunday, January 11, 2026**.
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### Annual Opening Celebration
**Kick off the holiday magic at the Opening Celebration on Thursday, November 20, from 5–7 p.m. at Pershing Square**. This event marks the official start of Los Angeles’ largest outdoor ice-skating rink season. Enjoy dazzling on-ice performances featuring a hula hoop skate show, choreography from LA Ice Theater, and adrenaline-packed tricks by extreme ramp skaters. Off the rink, delight in lively entertainment, complimentary treats from Sprinkles, and warm holiday beverages. Once the festivities wind down, lace up your skates and be among the first to glide across the ice!
**Tickets are available at [www.holidayicerinkdowntownla.com](http://www.holidayicerinkdowntownla.com).**
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### Special Event Programming for 2025–26
#### DJ Spotlight Nights
**Select Thursdays • December 4 – January 8 • 7 p.m. to close**
Get ready to groove every Thursday night at DJ Spotlight! LA’s hottest DJs spin genre-spanning sets—from soul and funk to disco, new wave, ’90s throwbacks, and modern pop. Join the musical journey and skate to your favorite hits all night long.
#### Classical Sundays (Presented by Classical California)
**Every Sunday • Noon & 1:30 p.m. Sessions**
Experience the serene side of skating! Each Sunday, immerse yourself in the soothing sounds of classical music presented by Classical California. Glide gracefully as timeless melodies elevate your skating experience.
#### Learn to Curl (Hosted by the Hollywood Curling Club)
**Saturdays: December 20, December 27 & January 3 • 9:30–10:30 a.m. • $25**
Looking for a unique winter activity? Try a one-hour Learn-To-Curl lesson with the Hollywood Curling Club! Enjoy learning the basics of curling and the camaraderie of fellow participants, all while sliding stones across the rink.
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### Visitor Information
– **Location:** 532 South Olive Street, Los Angeles, CA
– Easily accessible by car, bus, Metro (Pershing Square Station), or Metrolink.
– **General Admission (includes skate rental):** $22
– **Locker Rental:** $5
– **Skate Helpers:** $6
– **Tickets:** [Buy online here](http://www.holidayicerinkdowntownla.com)
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### Private Parties
Private rink sessions are available on select Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays from 4:30–7:30 p.m. Please note, private parties are **not** available from November 24–28, 2025, and December 22, 2025 – January 4, 2026.
**Private Party Rate:** $10,000
*(Sessions are not open to the public during private parties.)*
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### About the Holiday Ice Rink Pershing Square
For over 25 years, the Holiday Ice Rink Pershing Square has welcomed more than 45,000 skaters and over 221,000 spectators each year, bringing festive fun to Angelenos and visitors alike. Beneficiary: **City of Los Angeles Department of Recreation & Parks**.
**2025–26 sponsors include:** DTLA Alliance, Classical California, Metro, and Metrolink.
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Don’t miss out on the quintessential Los Angeles ice-skating experience this holiday season! For more details and tickets, visit [www.holidayicerinkdowntownla.com](http://www.holidayicerinkdowntownla.com).
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